Izania Gonzalez

Named after the first bridge in New York and buried under layers of concrete, the 0.31 square miles of Kingsbridge has a rich history. During the 19th century, the Kingsbridge neighborhood belonged to the town of Yonkers, along with Riverdale and other areas of the northwest Bronx. In 1874, the Kingsbridge area was cut off from Yonkers and given to New York City. Nick Dembowski, president of the Kingsbridge Historical Society said the area wasn’t officially named until 1693.

Posted Friday, January 31, 2025 12:06 pm It’s a place that's become part of people’s weekly routines. It’s a place that they go to interact with the vendors and with their neighbors.” Since its founding by Gerald Goldsmith in 1967, the Riverdale YM-YWHA at 5625 Arlington Ave. has been a community staple, offering a variety of programs for all ages.