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Parkchester 80 Years Later: A Brief History of a City Within a City

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the opening of Parkchester in The #Bronx, home to over 30,000 residents. Learn about the history of this city within a city.

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the opening of Parkchester in The Bronx—one of the largest condominium projects in the country today.

As a child I was always fascinated by taking shopping trips with my mother to Macy’s and the many stores there. The architectural elements of the development kept me entertained for hours.

Early History

From 1861 to 1938, the 129 acre site that…

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Metro Optics Celebrates 40 Years Serving The Bronx

In a climate that is ever-increasingly threatening to small businesses, whenever one reaches a major milestone, we make it a point to celebrate them. This year, Metro Optics is entering their 40th year in business serving our borough but they're no ordinary mom and pop shop.

In a climate that is ever-increasingly threatening to small businesses, whenever one reaches a major milestone, we make it a point to celebrate them.

This year, Metro Optics is entering their 40th year in business serving our borough but they’re no ordinary mom and pop shop.

What began as a small optical practice in Parkchester in 1978 blossomed into a business which now employs almost 50 people…

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BronxMama & Metro Optics Kids' Eye Health Event, Tomorrow!

BronxMama & Metro Optics Kids’ Eye Health Event, Tomorrow!

Join BronxMama at Metro Optics‘ flagship location tomorrow at the Throggs Neck Shopping Center at 815 Hutchinson River Parkway for a fun and free and important event on eye health for kids!

From 11AM to 1PM, the first 50 kids to arrive will get a special goodie bag, not to mention tasty drinks from Morris Perk all while enjoying hands on educational activities activities and discussions on eye…

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