Tag: Bronx

Marble Hill Borough Dispute Goes Back To American Revolution

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By Joseph Morales

               Marble Hill is a busy residential and commercial neighborhood located on the northside of the Broadway Bridge in Manhattan. It is the only part of Manhattan that is not part of an island. The neighborhood has two main streets, W 225th St and Broadway that make up the community’s commercial fabric. W 225th St east of Broadway is home to several major retailers including Target and Marshalls. On the other hand, Broadway is a hub for small mom and pop businesses including pharmacies and delis. The neighborhood has a dense population and many residents live in the Marble Hill Houses NYCHA development. The community is also home to the John F. Kennedy High School Campus, which is home to seven schools including Bronx Law & Finance and Bronx Theatre that primarily serve students from throughout The Bronx. The neighborhood is well served by mass transit with access to the 1 train, Metro-North and a slew of bus lines including the Bx9 and Bx10.

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New Sites On Your Commute: Manne Institute At Bronx Science

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By Joseph Morales

         The Bedford Park-Lehman College area is one of the largest transit hubs in The Bronx. The area has access to 6 bus lines as well as the 4, B and D trains also within a 10 minute walk.  Many of the major destinations here are educational institutions including the Bronx High School of Science, Lehman College and High School Of American Studies at Lehman College. Transit is very important to the community thriving as many students who attend these schools come from all over the city and use transit to get to the area.

          Outside of students, the area is largely frequented by those transferring from bus to bus. When transferring at the Paul Av/W 205th St stop, across the street from The Bronx High School Of Science, many riders may notice what appears to be a massive construction site. Look a little closer, and you will notice a unique, modern building with glass windows around it. So many riders may wonder, what will this building be used for?

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