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The NYPD says five female teens have gone missing from a foster home on Howe Avenue in the Castle Hill section between May 14 and June 7. -Photo by David Greene By David Greene  Bronx Voice July 1, 2025 BRONX - The NYPD is asking for the public's help in locating five female teenagers who have gone missing from a group home in Castle Hill—the teens disappeared on different days within a 24-day span. All of the teens were from a group home on Howe Avenue that is run by the non-profit Catholic Guardian Services (CGS) which is affiliated with and shares office space in the same building as the Archdiocese of New York. According to the NYPD, Jy-Lee Connor, 14, went missing after she left the group home at 7 p.m. on May 14 and has not returned. She is described as female with brown eyes, 5 foot 6’ tall and weighs 120 pounds. Jayleen Suarez, 15, was reported missing after she left the home at 7:30 a.m. on ...

Health Care Innovator Honored

Dr. Mark Levy, President and CEO of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Honored with Morris Heights Health Center Community Innovator Award 

Dr. Mark Levy, President and CEO of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Dr. Mark Levy, President and CEO of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield


Bronx Voice 

July 8, 2024


NEW YORK - Dr. Mark Levy, President & CEO of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield HP, was honored with the 2024 Community Innovator Award by MHHC Foundation (Morris Heights Health Center Foundation) at its 22nd Annual IMPACT Awards Gala. 


Dr. Levy was recognized for his unwavering commitment to building health systems that deliver excellent care to vulnerable populations.


The 2024 IMPACT Awards Gala, themed "It Takes a Village," also recognized outstanding contributions in four additional categories: Community Builder, Civic Leadership, Heart of the Community, and Local Hero. The event highlights the collective efforts required to create thriving communities and the importance of collaborative action.


"The Community Innovator Award spotlights the dedication of our entire Anthem team in providing quality healthcare to New Yorkers for over eight decades," said Dr. Levy. "We are extremely honored to be recognized and remain committed to serving our communities and ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all."


Throughout his career, Dr. Levy dedicated efforts to improving the health of New Yorkers by fostering coalitions, engaging with communities, and building high-performing teams. Under his visionary leadership, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield's Health Plan recently received the Health Equity Accreditation Plus for its Medicaid Plan from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). This accolade underscores Anthem's industry leadership in creating solutions that ensure equitable access to high-quality healthcare.


The MHHC Foundation, founded in 1981, is dedicated to enhancing the quality of healthcare services and ensuring access to comprehensive, affordable care for underserved communities. The Foundation supports many initiatives, including health education programs, wellness services, and community outreach, all aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing disparities.

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