NEW YORK—Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced that he has appointed Eric Phillips Press Secretary. As Press Secretary, Phillips will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Mayor’s press office. Phillips has served as a Deputy Communications Director since […]
Senator Klein Hosts Chart-Topping Band Orleans at RiverFest Klein, local elected officials, KRVC, and families enjoy chart-topping music group at annual RiverFest celebration Bronx – State Senator Jeff Klein (D-Bronx/Westchester), joined by Congressman Eliot Engel, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, Councilman […]
Avella bill passed by Senate encourages recycling of all plastic bags without onerous fees Albany, NY— The New York State Senate on Tuesday passed legislation by State Senator Tony Avella (D-Queens), and supported by Independent Democratic Coalition members, to […]
In so complex a thing as human nature, we must consider, it is hard to find rules without exception. George Eliot (1819-1880)
stymie Definition: (verb) Hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of. Synonyms: blockade, obstruct, embarrass, hinder Usage: He worked to improve his athletic skills, but his weak knees stymied his progress at every turn.
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (1921) Philip is the husband of Queen Elizabeth II. The son of Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark and Princess Alice, who was a great-granddaughter of Queen Victoria, he was raised in Britain and served […]
nyc.gov/parks Connect with NYC Parks This Week in Parks: Jun 10, 2016 – Jun 15, 2016 Citywide Highlights Salsa Party in Sunset Park this Friday Kick off the Puerto Rican Day festivities with live salsa music, dancing, food, and a […]
BP Diaz Report Highlights Over $9.4 Billion in Total Bronx Development Since 2009.
On Friday, June 10, 2016 join Councilmember Salamanca for the Grand Opening of his new district office at 1070 Southern Boulevard in the Bronx.
This year’s Cereal City Festival kicks off this evening with a parade in downtown Battle Creek, Michigan.
These little grey cells. It is up to them. Agatha Christie (1890-1976)
camarilla Definition: (noun) A group of confidential, often scheming advisers. Synonyms: cabal, faction, junto Usage: The people thought the war was for a righteous cause, but in truth, it was the brainchild of a greedy camarilla that hoped to profit […]
New York City Department of Design and Construction Receives Four Awards From the Construction Management Association of America Projects in the Bronx, Manhattan, Staten Island and Brooklyn Recognized for Excellence (New York, NY – June 7, 2016) […]
Les Paul (1915) Paul began playing country music at 14, later switched to jazz, and started his own trio in 1936. Considered one of the finest jazz guitarists, he was famous for his amazing versatility. Dissatisfied with the sound of […]
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