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• Bronx Borough President commemorates fourth anniversary of deadly Twin Parks fire with wreath-laying ceremony

  12-01-2026 20:38 via bxtimes.com
  
  Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson hosted a wreath-laying ceremony at Bronx Borough Hall to honor the 17 victims who died in a fire at Twin Parks North West on the fourth anniversary of the incident, on Friday, Jan. 9.The Jan. 9, 2022, fire is one of, if not the deadliest, fires to occur in New York City over the last 30 years.Several community members joined Gibson in honoring the 17 lives lost.Among those on hand to pay their respects were New York State Assemblymember Yudelka Tapia, Ne
  
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• Column: Come to the next East Bronx History Forum meeting to learn about Baychester

  12-01-2026 20:32 via bxtimes.com
  
  A Happy New Year to everyone as we welcome in 2026. This month’s meeting will focus on the village of Baychester.The remains of Baychester can be found between both the Hutchinson River and Parkway, a segment of I-95 on its southern end and the eastern end abutted by the Hell Gate Line.Join us as we take a journey through the surprising transformation of what began as an unremarkable stretch of salt marsh into a lively fishing village. Over time, it attracted a growing population with a wi
  
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• What’s happening | A nature walk, music, comedy, volunteer work and more

  12-01-2026 20:25 via bxtimes.com
  
  VCP Nature Group WalkFriday, Jan. 16, 2-3 p.m.Riverdale Stables, 6394 BroadwayFreeTake a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Debbi has a wealth of knowledge about nature, plants and wildlife that she enjoys sharing.For more information, visit eventbrite.com/e/vcp-nature-group-walk-tickets-1978831864375.  Say Sumptin Comedy Vol. 6Saturday, Jan. 17, 7 p.m.La Bodega, 696 E. 135th St.$31.72Say Sumptin Comedy is back, and Black Rose is br
  
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• Bronx McDonald’s Owners kick off the new year with Three Kings Day Celebration

  12-01-2026 16:42 via bxtimes.com
  
  South Bronx McDonald’s owners Tony Rodriguez and Joseph Guerriera hosted their annual Three Kings Day celebration, also known as Día de los Reyes. The event was packed with community members, families and loved ones to commemorate the new year.Three Kings Day is celebrated 12 days after Christmas and is referred to as the Epiphany. The holiday celebrates the day the three wise men –also known as the Magi– who first saw baby Jesus and brought him gifts. Mexico, Spain, Pue
  
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