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Senator Diaz Sr.’s Latest “You Should Know” Bulletin, On Jeff Klein And The IDC

“It is Music to Some People’s Ears and Painful to Others” is the title of yesterday’s post from Senator Ruben Diaz Sr. who has both endorsed East Bronx Senator Jeff Klein, who faces a primary challenge from former Councilman Oliver […]

by · May 14, 2014 · Local News

Governor Cuomo Announces $60 Million in NY-Sun Funding Available

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced yesterday that $60 million is now available through the third round of the statewide NY-Sun Competitive PV initiative, as New York State continues to expand its portfolio of clean, renewable solar energy. “By supporting the […]

by · May 14, 2014 · Local News
Bronx Responds To #BringBackOurGirls

Bronx Responds To #BringBackOurGirls

     

by · May 13, 2014 · Local News, World News

2014 National Association of Police Organizations TOP COPS White House Awards

Joined by Vice President Joe Biden, Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson and other top officials, President Barack Obama honored 53 law enforcement professionals at the White House’s East Room yesterday, stating, “The United States owes a debt to the police […]

by · May 13, 2014 · Domestic News

Happy Small Business Week From President Obama

“Today marks the beginning of National Small Business Week, a time to highlight the crucial role that America’s small businesses play in our economy. Employing millions of Americans and creating nearly two out of three new jobs, America’s small businesses […]

by · May 13, 2014 · Domestic News

Joint Statement By Mayor De Blasio And Comptroller Stringer Regarding The City’s Labor Reserve

“The Executive Budget includes funding for labor reserves associated with the recently agreed upon United Federation of Teachers contract. The accounting treatment for some aspects of expenditures associated with the agreement is subject to varying opinions by expert accountants. In […]

by · May 13, 2014 · Local News

Congressman Crowley Announces Legislation To Improve Returning Veteran Healthcare

Ahead of Memorial Day, Congressman Joe Crowley announced legislation today that he has authored with the goal of Improving how doctors provide care for veterans.  The bill mandates that doctors ask their patients if they have served in the armed forces, […]

by · May 13, 2014 · Domestic News, Local News

Memorial Day 2014 At Van Nest Memorial Park

by · May 13, 2014 · Local News

NYPD Recruits Muslim Immigrant Informants

The New York Times has reported that since the 9/11 attacks, the NYPD has engaged in a practice of establishing a cohort of informants from Muslim immigrant communities immigrants.  The informants are tasked with snooping on other Muslims in public places. […]

by · May 12, 2014 · Local News
Congressman Serrano Honors Mike Greco Of Deli Fame

Congressman Serrano Honors Mike Greco Of Deli Fame

by · May 12, 2014 · Local News
Congressional Majority Leader Visits Parkchester Charter School Today

Congressional Majority Leader Visits Parkchester Charter School Today

Congressman Eric Cantor, a representative from Virginia who as Majority Leader is the second most powerful member of Congress, will tour the Bronx Charter School for Excellence this morning and participate in a roundtable discussion with students, parents, and local […]

by · May 12, 2014 · Domestic News, Local News
49th Precinct CO McCormack Introduces Himself

49th Precinct CO McCormack Introduces Himself

by · May 12, 2014 · Local News

Meet Doc Gooden At The Cesar Presbott Foundation Event Next Week In Morris Park

  Cesar Presbott is currently the NY Yankees Area Scout and has been working in the New York City area for more than 20 years. Prior to winning championships with the  Yankees, Presbott was just a NYC cap driver with […]

by · May 11, 2014 · Local News

Bronx Volunteer Of The Year Awards Thursday

The Bronx Volunteer of the Year Awards will take place Thursday at Bronx Museum of the Arts from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m.  Awards will be presented to outstanding volunteers and attendees will learn the inspiring stories of the people who uplift the borough.  The […]

by · May 11, 2014 · Local News

Bronx Green Roof Tour

As part of Bronx Week, a Green Roof Tour will take place Monday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.  The tour will visit several buildings in the Bronx that have green roofs, which provide a broad range of environmental benefits, making the […]

by · May 11, 2014 · Local News