Archive for May, 2014

Green Worker Cooperatives

Green Worker Cooperatives

Ever had a business idea and just didn’t know what to do with it? Tired of working for others and what to start our own business? Well, here is your opportunity to find out how you can go about living […]

by · May 8, 2014 · Uncategorized

“The Quality of Justice” To Host “After-Arrest & Beyond in The Bronx” Friday At Hostos

A Public Conversation on the after-arrest ecosystem in the Bronx and emerging non-profit interventions as they impact the quality of justice in the borough and the experiences of young adults in our City. Friday, May 9th, 2014 11:30 AM – […]

by · May 8, 2014 · Uncategorized

Have You Seen This Person?

The New York City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance locating the following missing person last seen on May 4, 2014 at 11:45 a.m. inside of 100 West Kingsbridge Road in the confines of the 52 Pct.

by · May 8, 2014 · Uncategorized
Bronx Week Business Day Breakfast Tuesday in Hunts Point

Bronx Week Business Day Breakfast Tuesday in Hunts Point

As part of this year’s Bronx Week celebrations, Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation will co-host a Business Day Breakfast on Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. at the Anheuser-Busch Distribution Center, 550 Food Center Drive, in Hunts Point. 

by · May 8, 2014 · Local News
Mayor Announces Requests for Proposals to Assess Flood Insurance Affordability and Develop Flood Risk Consumer Education Campaign

Mayor Announces Requests for Proposals to Assess Flood Insurance Affordability and Develop Flood Risk Consumer Education Campaign

Following vulnerability exposed by Hurricane Sandy, and in the aftermath of last week’s flooding, the de Blasio administration announced that it is launching two key studies, as well as a consumer education campaign, to better understand and communicate the impact […]

by · May 8, 2014 · Local News

Governor Cuomo Announces $16 Million in AmeriCorps Grants

Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced that New York State received approximately $10 million in competitive AmeriCorps funding from the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), which will support more than 1,500 AmeriCorps members statewide serving in 15 organizations to combat […]

by · May 8, 2014 · Local News

Yesterday’s Local Sports Scores

American League Yesterday, 10:05 PM Angel Stadium of Anaheim, Anaheim, California New York Yankees (18-15) Los Angeles Angels (16-17) 9 – 2 Final 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R H E Yankees 5 1 0 0 […]

by · May 8, 2014 · Uncategorized

National Fast Food Worker Strike Planned for May 15

Reuters is reporting that fast food labor organizers said in New York stated Wednesday that workers seeking better compensation and working conditions are planning strikes in 150 cities in the United States on May 15. According to Reuters, “U.S. fast-food workers taking […]

by · May 8, 2014 · Domestic News

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: May 8, 2014

Parkchester train station Photo by Nilka Martell

by · May 8, 2014 · Photos
Dominican Republic Human Rights Discussion at Lehman Next Week

Dominican Republic Human Rights Discussion at Lehman Next Week

by · May 7, 2014 · Uncategorized
Israeli Independence Day In The Bronx

Israeli Independence Day In The Bronx

Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted his annual celebration of Israel’s Independence yesterday at the Hebrew Institute of Riverdale (HIR). Diaz is pictured above at the event with Rabba Sara Hurwitz (center) of the HIR and Council Member Andrew Cohen […]

by · May 7, 2014 · Uncategorized

Women’s Health and Wellness Week

by · May 7, 2014 · Bulletin Board

Bronx Park East Community Association ” Team B-PECA”

by · May 7, 2014 · Bulletin Board

Pelham Parkway Neighborhood Association Meeting

by · May 7, 2014 · Bulletin Board
Tuesday’s Youth Speaks Forum With Councilman King and Public Advocate James

Tuesday’s Youth Speaks Forum With Councilman King and Public Advocate James

City Council Member Andy King was joined by New York City Public Advocate Letitia James (speaking below) at his annual “YOUTH SPEAKS” #Realtalk event on Tuesday afternoon at Evander Childs Campus on East Gun Hill Road. The free, annual event is […]

by · May 7, 2014 · Uncategorized