L-R: Lynda Johnson Robb, President  Jimmy Carter, Luci Baines Johnson, Rosalynn Carter. Photo by Michael A. Schwarz

LBJ Foundation Honors President Jimmy Carter With The 2016 Liberty And Justice For All Award

ATLANTA — The LBJ Foundation has awarded its most prestigious prize, the LBJ Liberty and Justice for All Award, to former President Jimmy Carter in recognition of his leadership in public service and his tireless efforts toward peace and human rights. […]

by · January 14, 2016 · News
Profile America: Financial Wellness Month

Profile America: Financial Wellness Month

FINANCIAL WELLNESS MONTH Profile America — January is Financial Wellness Month, appropriately timed to the confluence of New Year’s resolutions and holiday bills. It’s a time to set new goals for financial freedom and moderation in spending; for people to understand […]

Dabo Swinney of Clemson University Named 2015 Paul “Bear” Bryant Coach of the Year

Dabo Swinney of Clemson University Named 2015 Paul “Bear” Bryant Coach of the Year

HOUSTON /PRNewswire/ — Dabo Swinney of Clemson captured the 30th annual Coach of the Year award at the American Heart Association’s Paul “Bear” Bryant Awards. Clemson rattled off 14 straight wins to start the 2015 season, and Swinney guided the Tigers to […]

by · January 14, 2016 · Sports
Hot Stove Rumor Mill: Cespedes eying Mets return. Could be a reality

Hot Stove Rumor Mill: Cespedes eying Mets return. Could be a reality

Cespedes eying Mets return: Could be a reality by Rich Mancuso   A week ago there was every reason to understand there was no chance of Yoenis Cespedes returning to Citi Field and solving the lack of that big bat […]

by · January 14, 2016 · Breaking News, News, Sports
The Bronx Loses One of its Own – In memorial of Thomas J. Hefter Sr.

The Bronx Loses One of its Own – In memorial of Thomas J. Hefter Sr.

The Bronx loses one of its own In memorial of Thomas J. Hefter Sr. Thomas J. Hefter Sr. passed away December 10, 2015, with his children by his side. Son of Mary and Al born and raised in The Bronx […]

by · January 13, 2016 · Announcements, Bulletin Board, Obituary
Bronx DA: “Dr. Val” Faces More Charges for Practicing Dentistry Without a License

Bronx DA: “Dr. Val” Faces More Charges for Practicing Dentistry Without a License

  (Bronx, NY – January 12, 2016) – She called herself “Dr. Val” – and was indicted last year on charges of practicing dentistry without a license in Riverdale.  Today, Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark announces that VALBONA YZEIRAJ […]

by · January 13, 2016 · Bulletin Board, Crime
Bronx DA: Shooter Sentenced in the Killing of Korean Chef

Bronx DA: Shooter Sentenced in the Killing of Korean Chef

  (Bronx, NY – January 12, 2016) – Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark announces that 24-year-old DOMINICK DAVIS has been sentenced to 25-years-to-life, in addition to 10 years plus 5 years post-release supervision, to run consecutively, for the April […]

by · January 13, 2016 · Bulletin Board, Crime
Council Member King to Host Funding Workshop for FY17

Council Member King to Host Funding Workshop for FY17

Council Member King to Host Funding Workshop for FY17   BRONX – New York City Council Member Andy King will hold a workshop on Thursday, Jan. 21, for community-based organizations that would like to apply for discretionary funding from his […]

by · January 13, 2016 · Bulletin Board

Statement from Borough President Diaz RE: Gov. Cuomo’s Agenda on MWBE Procurement

  “Today’s announcement by Governor Cuomo is welcome news. As a member of the Regional Economic Development Council, I’ve worked with the governor on a number of MWBE-related issues. This includes including streamlining MWBE certification standards between the City and […]

by · January 13, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Chronicle Quote of the Day: January 13, 2015

Bronx Chronicle Quote of the Day: January 13, 2015

Like all weak men he laid an exaggerated stress on not changing one’s mind. W. Somerset Maugham (1874-1965)

by · January 13, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Chronicle Word of the Day: January 13, 2015

Bronx Chronicle Word of the Day: January 13, 2015

shogunate Definition: (noun) A form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.). Synonyms: monocracy, dictatorship Usage: The people had philosophical problems with the shogunate, but they had […]

by · January 13, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Mobile Mammography FREE! 1/25/16

Mobile Mammography FREE! 1/25/16

BP Diaz Invites You to MLK Interfaith Service 1/18/16

BP Diaz Invites You to MLK Interfaith Service 1/18/16

by · January 13, 2016 · Bulletin Board
CIVIL RIGHTS ROUNDTABLE on JANUARY 22nd

CIVIL RIGHTS ROUNDTABLE on JANUARY 22nd

by · January 13, 2016 · Bulletin Board
SBHS Festival Youth Choir at The Vatican
(courtesy of Saint Barnabas High School)

Saint Barnabas High School Students Return from Vatican – Mass with Pope Francis

Saint Barnabas High School students are back from their performance at the Vatican in Rome. Bronx, NY — After a seven day whirlwind adventure, Saint Barnabas High School students have returned from their invitation to sing at a special Vatican […]