Young Voices, Powerful Beats: Mount Vernon’s Youth Shine
Photo above by Dennis Richmond, Jr., the Parking Lot of Foodtown of Mount Vernon Supermarket
If you were anywhere near North 3rd Avenue, East Prospect...
Jubilee Celebration Season with Rev. Dr. Richardson and Rev. Sharpton
Mount Vernon, NY — Civil rights icons Rev. Al Sharpton and Rev. Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson allowed me to speak with them Sunday, April 13th,...
Five Ways to Stop Gentrification Before It’s Too Late
The phrase ‘The old New York’ is a nostalgic reminder of a city transformed. Across America, gentrification is reshaping communities, displacing longtime residents, and...
Westchester County’s Black Students Are Getting Left Behind
In Westchester County, New York—a region known for its affluent suburbs and top-ranking schools—many might assume that every child enjoys equal access to quality...
The Silent Struggle: Why Young Black Men in Westchester Are Falling Behind
Young Black men in New York, particularly in Westchester County, are navigating a complex web of systemic challenges that hinder their potential. The statistics...
