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• Bronx cop killed in Midtown mass shooting honored at vigil on anniversary of his murder

  28-07-2026 23:00 via amny.com
  
  Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch paid tribute in the Bronx on Tuesday to the life of Detective Didarul Islam on the first anniversary of his murder in last summer's Midtown mass shooting.At less than one year of age, Islam's son cried out as his granddaughter walked him by a photograph of the fallen cop. Although the tot could not yet fully grasp the measure of his loss, it was clear he joined his family's sorrow outside the 47th Precinct's stationhouse.The still-mourni
  
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• Harvesting Health Market returns for its fourth year, brings free farm-fresh produce to the Bronx

  28-07-2026 22:42 via bxtimes.com
  
  Dozens of neighbors stopped by the Museum of Bronx History in Norwood on July 16 to enjoy free vegetables and learn how to prepare a quick, nutritious meal out of them. Now in its fourth year, the Harvesting Health Market is back for another summer and will provide free produce at noon every other Thursday at 3266 Bainbridge Ave in Norwood until October 29 and every other Saturday at Morrison Plaza in Soundview until November 21. The market had  organic potatoes, beets, collard gr
  
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• Assembly Member Yudelka Tapia secures $149K for Lehman College’s CNA training program

  28-07-2026 22:18 via bxtimes.com
  
  Lehman College's CUNY on the Concourse announced Jul 28 that $149,000 capital funding secured by Assembly Member Yudelka Tapia will expand its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program.The funds will help modernize the equipment students use for hands-on learning, plus bring other upgrades to the campus at 2501 Grand Concourse, in Tapia’s district. The CNA program within the CUNY School of Continuing and Professional Studies provides an entry point or career change opportunity for
  
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• Review: ‘The Odyssey’ proves Christopher Nolan can conquer another classic

  28-07-2026 20:31 via bxtimes.com
  
  The power of a story is metaphysical, transcending the constraints of arbitrary human delineations like medium, race, and genre. A founding reference for most modern narratives, Homer's classic is often considered one of those stories that, if only due to a profoundly daunting aura, is functionally impossible to adapt.
  Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" works best because of Nolan's understanding that the pervasive ability of stories to connect with human hearts —whether sang, written, perf
  
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• New ‘Tropical Passage’ mural celebrates culture and community pride in Highbridge

  28-07-2026 19:46 via bxtimes.com
  
  Passersby on the Edward L. Grant Highway may have been surprised by the free hotdogs, burgers, and drinks being handed out on July 24. But what left the biggest impression may have been the new giant mural, “Tropical Passage,” created as part of a mission to uplift our borough. Kerry A. McLean, Vice President of Community Development at the Women’s Housing and Economic Development Corporation (WHEDco), explained that the idea for the mural came after WHEDco received a mult
  
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• Bronx Times Opinion | The Bronx needs more doctors. Federal policy can help

  28-07-2026 16:22 via bxtimes.com
  
  For me, medicine has always been personal. Growing up in the Bronx, I was fascinated by science and how it can improve lives.I knew I wanted to serve my community in my career, but it wasn’t until I began caring for my grandmother in high school—taking her to medical appointments, coordinating among doctors, and managing her medications—that I realized my calling in medicine.The experience taught me that being a doctor means being an advocate for your patient.And it’s a l
  
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• What’s happening | Act It Out, Talk It Out forum, camping, litter removal and more

  28-07-2026 16:01 via bxtimes.com
  
  Act It Out, Talk It OutFriday, July 31, 6-9 p.m.Commonpoint Bronx Center, 1665 Hoe Ave.FreeCome spend an evening at Act It Out, Talk It Out! Presented by the 42nd Precinct Neighborhood Safety Council, this mental health forum showcases improv with real-life actors and a therapeutic wellness panel. We will provide food, mental health resources, giveaways and more— bond with your community through a real, healthy crowd conversation!For more information, visit commonpoint.org/event/act-it-out
  
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