Articles by: Michael Benjamin

Team Bronx (L to R) (Mike Massie, Max Makarczuk, Sheldon Rector and Harris Keane) were joined by PGA Professional, Nick Novak (2nd from the left).

Disabled Vets Tee Up At PGA REACH ‘Secretary’s Cup’

Military Veterans with Disabilities Tee-it-Up at “Secretary’s Cup,” 9-Hole Golf Match Prior to 2016 PGA Championship Week   PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America, hosted the inaugural “Secretary’s Cup,” on Sunday, July 24th at Fiddler’s Elbow […]

by · July 31, 2016 · Military, News, Sports, Veterans

Profile America: July Mail Call

In July 1963, the postal service introduced the ZIP code to help speed mail service.

by · July 31, 2016 · History, Profile America

Profile America: Medicare Anniversary 

On this day 50 years ago, President Lyndon Johnson signed the Social Security Amendments, which established Medicare and Medicaid.

In Aftermath of 421-a Demise, Bronx Leads the Boroughs in First Half of 2016

In Aftermath of 421-a Demise, Bronx Leads the Boroughs in First Half of 2016

The number of residential permits issued by the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) dropped by more than half in the 12 months after the demise of the 421-a program but remained roughly on par with the annual numbers […]

by · July 29, 2016 · Breaking News, Housing, News
De Blasio’s Watergate Moment 

De Blasio’s Watergate Moment 

From the mind of blogger, Gary Tilzer, @unitedNYblogs 

Cuomo Announces Plan To Ensure Mental Health Equity 

​GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES ACTION TO ENSURE INSURERS COMPLY WITH MENTAL HEALTH EQUITY STANDARDS  Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the Department of Financial Services has issued guidance to ensure that insurers do not unfairly discriminate against individuals facing mental […]

by · July 27, 2016 · Uncategorized
DNC Political Round Up

DNC Political Round Up

Democratic Convention edition New York Democrats led by Governor Cuomo, US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie cast NY’s delegate votes for favorite daughter, Hillary Clinton, thus making her the first female presidential nominee of a major political party.  […]

by · July 27, 2016 · Bronx Politics, News

WYSK: Trump Courts Evangelical Votes 

Trump Recognizes the Value of Evangelicals in America | Sen. Rev. Rubén Díaz, Sr. You should know that in his acceptance speech on Thursday, July 21, 2016, as the Republican Party Nominee for President of the United States of America, […]

Baby Food Festival

Fremont, Michigan–home to Gerber Baby Food– is celebrating the 25th annual National Baby Food Festival, which began Wednesday and ends Saturday.

by · July 22, 2016 · Profile America
Photo Op-ed: The Two Faces Melissa Mark-Viverito 

Photo Op-ed: The Two Faces Melissa Mark-Viverito 

Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito tries to have both ways as she assists the Rivington deed cover up as she criticizes it.

CITY WARNS PREGNANT NEW YORKERS AGAINST TRAVEL TO ZIKA-AFFECTED AREAS

CITY WARNS PREGNANT NEW YORKERS AGAINST TRAVEL TO ZIKA-AFFECTED AREAS

Health Department launches new campaign reminding New Yorkers about Zika travel warning and sexual transmission.

by · July 21, 2016 · Government, Health, News, Women
Gun Buyback At Bronx Churches 

Gun Buyback At Bronx Churches 

Turn in operable handguns & assault rifles for $200 on Saturday, August 6, from 10-4pm.

Profile America: National Junk Food Day

Today is National Junk Food Day, which celebrates the naughty temptations on offer at fast food joints.

by · July 20, 2016 · Profile America
New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman

LIVESTREAM: AG Schneiderman Reveals Results of Volkswagen Investigation

TODAY – Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman and Massachusetts AG Maura Healey will make a joint announcement on their investigation into Volkswagen at 12:30 PM. A link to the live stream feed can be found here. The link will be working […]

Third Annual New York Black Expo, July 30

Third Annual New York Black Expo, July 30

The Third Annual New York Black Expo takes place on Saturday, July 30, 2016 at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel in Manhattan. On this day visitors will experience a cultural business expo with business, motivational, entrepreneurial and financial seminars, Black Legacy and Leadership […]