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Few members of local communities, across the country, and the city, are as readily and visibly identified with the word “hero” as firefighters. Long before the September 11th attacks, and the tragic loss of life that claimed 343 members of the FDNY, the men and women who daily protect our communities have been recognized for their valor and sacrifice. Within New York City, the presence of Latino firefighters has grown, if slowly. According to the Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR), a non-profit legal organization that has joined a federal lawsuit aimed at having the FDNY diversify its ranks, New York City has the least diverse fire department of any major city in America.
Local female residents gathered in Inwood this week to learn and practice self-defense techniques taught by Sensei Milton Oliver, martial arts instructor, in a class sponsored by State Senator Adriano Espaillat.
Story and photos by Marisol Rodríguez
In a classroom overlooking Isham Park, a group of women dressed in gym clothes came together this past Thurs., Sept. 1st to learn a valuable tool of empowerment: self-defense.
Photo courtesy of Celia Rabinowitz
The question of survival, and of what comes next, hangs heavy in the air these days, as the city marks the decade anniversary of September 11th.
Story by Gloria Pazmiño and Sherry Mazzocchi
Photos by Gloria Pazmiño
“I believe the men and women of this precinct want and care to improve the quality of life issues of this community, and we understand the seriousness of recent crimes,” said new 34th Precinct Deputy Inspector Barry Buzzetti, addressing a crowd of neighborhood residents, local business owners, and community leaders gathered in the auditorium at the Isabella Geriatric Center during a town hall held on Thurs. Sept. 1st.
Frank Paga (left) and Crystal Clarity (center) worked alongside 15 high school students, including Adam Palermo (right), to design and paint an anti-violence mural on the exterior walls of the office of Community League of the Heights (CLOTH). PHOTO: Gloria Pazmiño
Residents of Northern Manhattan will now have a constant reminder of their talented neighborhood youths every time they walk past the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) offices on the corner of Amsterdam Avenue and West 159th Street. A new anti-violence mural was unveiled this past Thurs. Sept 1st during a dedication ceremony attended by community leaders, residents and youth artists.
La clásica comida para llevar para muchos latinoamericanos, la empanada es típicamente rellena de sabrosos sabores tales como pollo o carne, y algunas veces también es rellena de queso derretido y espinaca.
Historia y fotos por Gloria Pazmiño
Una empanada es una pequeña masa de pan relleno. La masa, rellena de carne, queso, o fruta puede ser horneada o frita, dependiendo del chef y su receta. La empanada es un alimento de la cocina latinoamericana, una comida rápida, y en el Norte de Manhattan hay un restaurante que se está haciendo su nombre proveyendo la variedad más fresca de la adictiva merienda.
The Corp Boyz, the Washington Heights-based musical group, are not interested in waiting.
The trio of aspiring, well-spoken performers does not believe that they are at the mercy of good fortune or fate for their success. Instead, Mark “Tana” Melendez, Johnathan “Jay Wise” Perez and Alex “Chaos” Dore are committed to standing out for their talent and hard work. But the Latin hip-hop/dance group is not merely interested in creating success for themselves.
Bruce’s Garden, located at the eastern most side of Isham Park in Inwood, commemorates the life of Port Authority police officer Bruce Reynolds. It’s also a place to reflect and find solace.
Whenever people learn that the day of my birthday in conversation, there is always a pause. It is followed, often, by a slight groan, sometimes accompanied by an apology.
El Jardín de Bruce, en la parte oriental del Parque Isham en Inwood, conmemora la vida del oficial de policía de la Autoridad Portuaria Bruce Reynolds. Es también un lugar para reflexionar y encontrar alivio.
Cuando la gente se entera en conversación sobre el día de mi cumpleaños, siempre hay una pausa. La cual sigue, a menudo, por un gemido leve, a veces acompañado de una disculpa.
Fresh Youth Initiatives (FYI) recently celebrated the completion of its summer camp programs, which included different community service components, with a ceremony at the organization’s headquarters on West 171st Street. Participants were awarded trophies and gold medals as a sign of recognition and appreciation.
Story and photos by Gloria Pazmiño
Summer of service came to an emotional end for the Summer Camp and Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) crews at Fresh Youth Initiative (FYI) on Fri., August 19th.
Apenas había un ojo seco en la casa mientras los participantes recordaban su “memoria favorita” de su experiencia de verano en un círculo donde se unían de las manos.
Historia y fotos por Gloria Pazmiño
El verano de servicio llegó a un emotivo final para los equipos del Programa Campamento y Empleo de Verano para Jóvenes (SYEP, por sus siglas en inglés) en ‘Fresh Youth Initiative’ (FYI) el viernes, 19 de agosto.
August 29 – September 3
Hometown hero, Irina Falconi, made quite an impression at this year’s U.S. Open. Even though the 23rd seed Sabine Lisicki eventually defeated her, Irina has established herself as one of the fastest rising US players on tour. She has also been part of the resurgence of American female tennis players on the world stage.
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