Archive for August, 2014

NYPD Weekly Crime Prevention Tip – One-Ring Phone Scam

NYPD Weekly Crime Prevention Tip – One-Ring Phone Scam

Police are warning residents about the “one-ring phone scam,” which uses auto-dialers to target cell phone numbers across the country. The danger to consumers is not in receiving the call, but in calling back. Scammers let the phone ring once […]

by · August 31, 2014 · Bulletin Board, Crime
NYPD Weekly Crime Prevention Tip – Credit Card Fraud & Identity Theft

NYPD Weekly Crime Prevention Tip – Credit Card Fraud & Identity Theft

Credit Card Fraud and Identity Theft are growing criminal enterprises and we need to do everything we can to prevent becoming a victim. The Director of Security for Capital One Bank suggests the following tip to help detect if your […]

by · August 31, 2014 · Bulletin Board, Crime
The Bronx YMCA will be hosting their 8th Annual Bon Appetit Fundraiser

The Bronx YMCA will be hosting their 8th Annual Bon Appetit Fundraiser

Fundraiser and Event unlike any other… YUMMY IN YOUR TUMMY!!! The Bronx YMCA will be hosting their 8th Annual Bon Appetit Fundraiser on September 10, 2014 from 6-9PM… Get a taste of the Bronx while offering a helping hand to […]

by · August 31, 2014 · Bulletin Board
Central American Culture & Heritage

Central American Culture & Heritage

Bronx Borough President Rubin Diaz Jr. Invites you to celebrate Central American Culture & Heritage Call 718-590-3522 to confirm your attendance

by · August 31, 2014 · Bulletin Board, Local Events
Bronx Pols Take Texas Senator Ted Cruz To Task On Inflammatory Remarks

Bronx Pols Take Texas Senator Ted Cruz To Task On Inflammatory Remarks

Politicians and other Bronx personalities took Senator Ted Cruz to task for disparaging remarks he made about the Bronx on Saturday. Speaking at a summit of the conservative group, “Americans For Prosperity,” Ted Cruz (R-Texas) said, “Now, I understand that […]

by · August 31, 2014 · Local News
Morris Park Community Association Meeting- September 10, 2014

Morris Park Community Association Meeting- September 10, 2014

The Morris Park Community Association will hold its next meeting on September 10, 2014. The Guest Speakers will be: Councilman Ritchie Torres of the 15th District Captain Timothy McCormack of the 49th Precinct

by · August 31, 2014 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 31, 2014

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 31, 2014

Photo by Annie Boller

by · August 31, 2014 · Photos
Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance Monthly Meeting

Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance Monthly Meeting

The Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance will hold its monthly meeting on September 3rd, 2014, at 7:00PM, in the Love Gospel Church, 475 Van Nest Ave (at the corner of Adams St.) The Guest Speaker will be Captain Timothy McCormack, of […]

by · August 30, 2014 · Bulletin Board
The Bronx Chronicle endorses Jeffrey Klein for re-election to the 34th State Senate District (Re-post)

The Bronx Chronicle endorses Jeffrey Klein for re-election to the 34th State Senate District (Re-post)

This is a re-post that was originally posted on July 2nd, 2014 The Bronx is growing, improving and, dare say, evolving.  New parks, business developments, shopping centers… Much is happening in our fair borough, and it’s easy to get lost […]

by · August 30, 2014 · Announcements, Local News
Bronx H.I.R.E. JOBS FAIR – September 3rd, 2014

Bronx H.I.R.E. JOBS FAIR – September 3rd, 2014

State Senator Jeff Klein and The Bronx Chamber of Commerce will be holding a Jobs Fair where Bronxites looking for work can interact with over 40 local companies that are hiring. There will be on-the-spot interviews and information about job […]

by · August 30, 2014 · Bulletin Board
Project BOOST Celebrated By Klein, BX School Administrators & Parent Coordinators

Project BOOST Celebrated By Klein, BX School Administrators & Parent Coordinators

To kick off the new school year and celebrate Project BOOST, State Senator Klein hosted a dinner at F&J Pine Restaurant with parents and school principals. Project BOOST (Building Options and Opportunities for Students), a program targeting elementary and middle […]

by · August 30, 2014 · Bulletin Board, Local News
Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 30, 2014

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 30, 2014

Photo by Annie Boller

by · August 30, 2014 · Photos
Photo c/o Beth Fertig

Pre-K Expansion Ready, Despite Delayed Contracts

Over 50,000 children have been enrolled into NYC’s Pre-K for All since Thursday. The free Pre-K for All initiative has been a heavily covered and invested topic for Mayor Bill de Blasio’s campaign. While expanding free full-day Pre-K to all […]

by · August 29, 2014 · Domestic News, News
Jeff Klein endorsed by UFCW Union Local 2013 for Reelection

Jeff Klein endorsed by UFCW Union Local 2013 for Reelection

State Senator Jeff Klein has received the endorsement of the United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 2013 for the coming election. Mark Carotenuto, President of UFCW Local 2013, said, “We are proud to announce our support for Senator Jeff […]

by · August 29, 2014 · Local News
78th Assembly District Public Forum RESCHEDULED For September 4th AT DEVIL DOG USA INC.

78th Assembly District Public Forum RESCHEDULED For September 4th AT DEVIL DOG USA INC.

The forum goes on! Despite a setback, The Bronx Chronicle is proud to announce the rescheduled 78th Assembly District Public Forum will occur on September 4th, 2014 at 7:00PM at DEVIL DOG USA INC., which is located at 4555 3rd […]

by · August 29, 2014 · Announcements, Local News