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VIDEO – La Lechonera Criolla

As part of our upcoming series the Bronx Eats, this is La Lechonera Criolla.

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Centenarian Boulevard Merits Preservation, Commission Says

A historic designation would bring new rules and grants to the Grand Concourse.

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VIDEO – Mike Amadeo: Rey of the Bolero

Mike Amadeo, 76, is an icon of Latin music in the Bronx.

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In the Bronx, Paterson’s Troubles Highlight Sports and Politics

Several Bronx politicians say they didn’t get or want pricey World Series tickets.

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Dozens Pitch In to Save a Life

Bronx woman races against time for emergency liver transplant.

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Fans Fight for Piece of Old Yankee Stadium

Gate 2 from the old Stadium is scheduled for demolition in June.

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VIDEO – A Bronx Church Helps Displaced Haitians Get Legal Status

The Haitian Congregation of the Good Samaritan is helping Haitians come to New York.

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VIDEO – Bronx Small Businesses Missing Out on Savings

Less than 1% of small businesses take advantage of energy conservation programs.

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VIDEO – Puerto Ricans have highest asthma rate in nation

A study from the government shows that Puerto Ricans have the highest asthma rate amongst all ethnic groups in the country.

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No Ice, so Kids Learn to Skate on Plastic

As the world is watching the Winter Olympics, there is only one opportunity for children to learn how to skate in the Bronx — on a 20-by-30-foot plastic skating surface.

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VIDEO – In Fitness, Keeping the Eye on the Ball

After-school program keeps Bronx schoolers in shape.

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Center Receives $200,000 to Fight Obesity and Hunger

The state grant will be used for free food and nutrition workshops.

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Yankee Stadium Has a New Wild Pitch: Standup Comedy

The new Yankee Stadium has more to offer than just baseball.

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Yankees Bring World Series Trophy to a 75-year-old Fan

A 75-year-old Yankees fan had her dream come true after seeing the World Series trophy.

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Pitchers, Catchers and a Neighborhood Awakening

Metal security gates sprayed with graffiti are locked down on nearly an entire block of shops and bars on River Avenue, which peddle everything from beers to blankets to fans during the season. Photo by: Alec Johnson

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Flower Shop Owners Avoid Recession’s Thorns

Some Bronx flower shops were still busy Monday delivering Valentine’s Day bouquets.

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VIDEO – After 64 Years, I Love You Still

Bronx residents Rose and Herbert Nelson met and married in 1946.

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VIDEO – Romantic Bronx

For Valentine’s Day, couples in the Bronx have their own special ways to celebrate. Photo by: Yasmina Guerda

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For Seniors, Snow Means Skipping “Chicken Day”

The snow day is over, but life’s still not back to normal in the Bronx. Photo by: Elif Ince

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“Colors of Africa” on Display in New Exhibit

South African artist Ezequiel Mabote brings the “Beauty of Africa” to the Bronx.

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    VIDEO – Celebrating the Newest Country in the World

    Hundreds gathered at an event in Eastchester, Bronx on Saturday, February 13 to celebrate Kosovo's second year of independence.
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    VIDEO – A Mosque’s Call to Prayer

    A mosque in the Bronx will once again seek a sound permit to amplify the Muslim call to prayer.
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