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The NYPD’s Times Square substation has a new look, as it aims to be more welcoming to tourists and future NYPD officers.

A Worrying Uptick In Crime Across New York City

Chanel Richardson, Staff Reporter
January 11, 2021
“[Henry Hudson Monument has] a fluted Doric column standing upon a cubical plinth relieved with appropriate moldings. Not only is it one of the known landmarks in New York City, but it is probably the most impressive memorial to Hudson anywhere,” wrote Reverend William A. Tieck in the book 'Riverdale, Kingsbridge, Spuyten Duyvil.'

The Henry Hudson Monument: An Underappreciated Gem

Tzvi Kalb, Staff Reporter
January 10, 2021
“The people of the city are what make New York City so great. The unique culture of our city is a result of its inhabitants, and so as long as we are still here, then New York City is not dying any time soon,” said Kate Reynolds '21.

New York Strong

Margaux Reyl, Staff Reporter
January 8, 2021
A row of three netless hoops at the 111th Street courts in Riverside Park in Manhattan illustrate the poor quality of net maintenance that is to be found at some basketball courts around New York City.

Why Are There So Many Basketball Hoops Without Nets in New York City Parks?

Tobias Amstutz, Staff Reporter
January 5, 2021
The 96th Street subway station on the 1/2/3 lines is typically bustling with commuters. Currently, the station is almost empty, even during the evening rush hour on a Monday. Subway ridership has been down 70% since the start of the Coronavirus pandemic.

The MTA is Vital to New York City’s Fight Against Climate Change, But It is Collapsing

Peter Haywood, Staff Reporter
November 30, 2020
Using social media accounts is a great way to stay in touch with friends safely during the Coronavirus pandemic.

Staying Safe and Connected Socially During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Chanel Richardson, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2020
This is a synagogue in Kew Gardens Hills, located in one of the ‘red zones’ with high COVID-19 positivity rates. “The NYC government along with the state government should make a larger effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19 by implementing mask mandates. This would ensure that nobody leaves their homes without wearing a face covering of any sort, which would help to stop the spread of the Coronavirus,” said Jeff Guan ’21.

A Sudden Surge in COVID-19 Cases in New York City

Caleb Yam, Staff Reporter
November 19, 2020
Harris field remains empty as all Public Schools Athletic League (PSAL) sports are currently suspended due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

BxSci Strong: Our Athletes During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Ben Raab, Staff Reporter
November 16, 2020
Customers take advantage of indoor dining at Pho Bang restaurant in Manhattan, as temperatures drop with winter approaching.

The New Cost of Running a Small Business During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Jessica Zheng, Staff Reporter
November 12, 2020
Yasin Karim ‘21 works for Mohammed Mujumder, a candidate in the 18th district’s City Council election next year. “I help manage the other youth volunteers, since everything is so small. I help out in small parts whenever I can be of use, whether it is with some social media, website design, or just filling out forms and filing official papers,

Why Local Elections Matter: The Importance of the New York City Council

Tzvi Kalb, Staff Reporter
November 12, 2020
Harper Prentice ’22 visits The Metropolitan Museum of Art with her friends, Thomas Bakos ’22 and Genevive Morange ’22. “Besides wearing masks, undergoing temperature checks before entering, and following strict social-distancing measures, I would say that visiting The Met was very similar to pre-pandemic - which is extremely comforting in my opinion,” Prentice said.

Empty Museums: As Priceless as the Art

Samantha Cavusoglu, Staff Reporter
November 12, 2020
A copy of Salvador Dali's famous melting watches adorns the wall of Freedom Tunnel. This piece, like many of the more detailed in the tunnel, is located under the bright light of the grating. The brilliant lighting makes it seem as if the tunnel is a private gallery more than the haven for graffiti writers that it is. Photo taken with Canon PowerShot SX150 IS.

Graffiti as Art

Yuri Kazakov, Observatory Staff Reporter
December 5, 2016
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