Assemblyman Guillermo Linares Jumps Into NY-13 Race

Assemblyman Guillermo Linares, the first Dominican-born person to be elected to office in the United States, is about to launch a bid for the 13th Congressional District being vacated by Rep. Charles Rangel in 2016. A source close to Linares […]

Bronx Chronicle Quote of the Day: November 4, 2015

Bronx Chronicle Quote of the Day: November 4, 2015

Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. Winston Churchill http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/w/winstonchu124653.html#F6oSYQbh32KgWB0L.01

by · November 4, 2015 · Bulletin Board

Man tells girlfriend he killed wife, she turns him in

Score one for the good guys! The New York Post reported today that a failed stock trader who for years has been the prime suspect in his wife’s murder was finally arrested Sunday after allegedly telling to his girlfriend about what […]

by · November 3, 2015 · Crime, News

BronxTalk: Bronx Zoning Proposals Under The Microscope

ZONING PROPOSALS ANALYZED ON BRONXTALK – On BronxTalk Monday night two Bronx community board chairmen analyzed the city’s latest zoning proposals.  Dr. Bola Omotosho from CB5 and Dan Padernacht from CB8 were quizzed by host Gary Axelbank about the series […]

Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance Monthly Meeting – 11.4.15 – 7:00 pm at Monsignor Fiorentino Apts

Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance Monthly Meeting – 11.4.15 – 7:00 pm at Monsignor Fiorentino Apts

by · November 3, 2015 · Bulletin Board
It’s Not Too Late To Get Your Flu Shot!

It’s Not Too Late To Get Your Flu Shot!

PEANUTS @ Bronx House

PEANUTS @ Bronx House

Charlie, Snoopy, Woodstock, Lucy or Peppermint Patty… Whoever your favorite character is, they all came alive via movie clips and free giveaway as EF Sports, Inc. and the Bharati Dance Academy hosted “A Peanuts KiNdA Day” at Bronx House. Peanuts is […]

by · November 3, 2015 · Bulletin Board
EDITORIAL: Don’t be discouraged. Go out and VOTE!

EDITORIAL: Don’t be discouraged. Go out and VOTE!

Today is Election Day. In Bronx County, voter turnout is again expected to be low. It’s an off-year and the only contests on today’s ballot are for District Attorney and judicial posts. GO OUT and VOTE! The contest for Bronx District […]

TODAY IS ELECTION DAY — VOTE TODAY

TODAY IS ELECTION DAY — VOTE TODAY

Today is Election Day in New York City. In Bronx County, there are contests for District Attorney, State Supreme Court and Civil Court. Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. If you are not sure where your poll site is located, click on the NYC […]

NYC Gen-Xodus: African American Gen Xers and Boomers Financially Stressed

NYC Gen-Xodus: African American Gen Xers and Boomers Financially Stressed

NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — A staggering 70% of African American Gen Xers say they may leave New York City when they retire, saying high debt, housing expenses and healthcare are hampering their ability to save, according to […]

New Hands-Free Technologies Pose Hidden Dangers for Drivers

New Hands-Free Technologies Pose Hidden Dangers for Drivers

Potentially unsafe mental distractions can persist for as long as 27 seconds after dialing, changing music or sending a text using voice commands, according to surprising new research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The results raise new and […]

by · November 3, 2015 · Technology
Bronx native Monell proud of his Mets teammates World Series run

Bronx native Monell proud of his Mets teammates World Series run

  Bronx native Monell proud of his Mets teammates despite falling short By Rich Mancuso   Sunday evening Johnny Monell watched his New York Mets teammates lose Game 5 of the World Series at his home in Southern New Jersey. […]

by · November 3, 2015 · Sports
Community Mourns for Halloween Crash Victims at Candlelight Vigil

Community Mourns for Halloween Crash Victims at Candlelight Vigil

Over 500 family, friends, and community members filled the street to mourn the victims of the fatal car crash that happened on Halloween. A section of Morris Park Avenue, from Bogart Avenue to Fowler Avenue, was blocked off to traffic […]

by · November 2, 2015 · Local News, News
The Peace Project – Album Release Concert, November 14

The Peace Project – Album Release Concert, November 14

Simply Entertainment Productions, in conjunction with MAS, Inc, presents Minister Jose E. Figueroa, Jr.’s ‘The Peace Project’ gospel album release concert on Saturday, November 14, 7pm at the Latino Pastoral Action Center, 14 W. 170th Street in the Bronx, NY. The […]

Brain Health Survey Infographic (PRNewsFoto/AARP)

AARP: Only 1 In 2 Adults Actively Maintaining Good Brain Health

New Survey Results Released with the Launch of the Global Council on Brain Health WASHINGTON, Oct. 27, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — In AARP’s latest survey on brain health, it found that although virtually every adult age 40 and over (98%) believes it […]

by · November 2, 2015 · Health & Nutrition