Archived press releases and statement from past years.
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. announced today his appointment of Lilliam A. Perez as the Bronx representative to the newly-created New York City Civic Engagement Commission. “Lilliam A. Perez…
BRONX, NY – April 23, 2019 – Kingsbridge Heights Community Center (KHCC) will host a Spring Luncheon to mark the agency’s 45th Anniversary on May 7, 2019. The event, titled “Empowerment…
In a letter to Mayor Bill de Blasio, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. is calling out the city for its lack of any real commitment to community input in…
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued the following statement regarding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Online Purchasing Pilot Program, which was launched today in New York State by…
On Sunday, April 14, 2019, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. attended the “Kings Stop Killing Kings” anti-violence march and rally. The march took place on the Grand Concourse, beginning…
In recognition of Immigrant Heritage Week, health system urges immigrant New Yorkers to “Seek Care without Fear” NYC Health + Hospitals and the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs today re-released…
Today, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. held a press conference to highlight a specific case of tenant neglect carried out by the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), noting…
NEW YORK—Mayor Bill de Blasio announced today that Lorraine A. Cortés-Vázquez will serve as Commissioner of the Department for the Aging. As Commissioner, Cortés-Vázquez will work to advance DFTA’s mission…
Drinking Water Storage Will be Under Greater Scrutiny for Health of At-Risk New Yorkers New York City Hall — The City Council today approved a bill that will require New…
On Thursday, April 4, 2019, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. joined with New York State Assembly Member Aravella Simotas to host the annual Bronx Greek Heritage Celebration at St.…