Archive for August, 2014

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State Health Department Using DNA Sequencing to Combat Foodborne Disease Outbreaks

Pinpointing the source of a salmonella outbreak may soon take less time and be more accurate, thanks to next generation DNA sequencing techniques being used at the New York State Department of Health’s Wadsworth Center Laboratories. The introduction of small, […]

by · August 18, 2014 · Local News

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 18, 2014

Photo by Annie Boller

by · August 18, 2014 · Photos
Bronx Native Missing In Nigeria, Family Seeks Help

Bronx Native Missing In Nigeria, Family Seeks Help

“The search for pilot Bill Fitzpatrick, 59, who most recently lived in Chelan, Washington, is complicated because it’s unclear if he disappeared in either Nigeria or Cameroon, CBS 2 reported. The married father of three was helping to fly missions […]

by · August 17, 2014 · Local News, World News
SUNY Maritime to Build New Seamanship Center

SUNY Maritime to Build New Seamanship Center

A a $1.5 million dollar state grant will enable the creation of a new Seamanship Center at SUNY Maritime, in Throggs Neck.  It will be constructed on existing available area on the basin, specifically on the deepwater college pier. The […]

by · August 17, 2014 · Local News
Bronx Street Origins Of The Day: Barnes Avenue

Bronx Street Origins Of The Day: Barnes Avenue

So, I have to face facts: my favorite book in the world, as in, what I’d want on a desert island is “History In Asphalt“, an encyclopedia of Bronx street names written by the late John McNamara.  (All apologies to Shakespeare, […]

by · August 17, 2014 · Local News
COMPTROLLER SCOTT M. STRINGER AUDIT REVEALS MISMANAGEMENT OF NEW YORK CITY’S TREE PRUNING PROGRAM LEADS TO POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS CONDITIONS ON CITY STREETS

COMPTROLLER SCOTT M. STRINGER AUDIT REVEALS MISMANAGEMENT OF NEW YORK CITY’S TREE PRUNING PROGRAM LEADS TO POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS CONDITIONS ON CITY STREETS

Parks’ negligence increases the risk that falling limbs will injure people and damage property The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation (Parks) has mismanaged the City’s street tree pruning program responsible for maintaining approximately 650,000 street trees citywide, […]

by · August 17, 2014 · Local News
A Sunny Saturday In Baychester

A Sunny Saturday In Baychester

^Valley Day, Baychester, 10469 @ Haffen Park MORE PHOTOS AND VIDEO LATER TODAY FOLKS. STAY TUNED! “Fun In The Son”, St. Philip & Neri

by · August 17, 2014 · Local News

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 17, 2014

Photo by Annie Boller

by · August 17, 2014 · Photos
Bronx Street Origins Of The Day: Eastchester Road

Bronx Street Origins Of The Day: Eastchester Road

So, I have to face facts: my favorite book in the world, as in, what I’d want on a desert island is “History In Asphalt“, an encyclopedia of Bronx street names written by the late John McNamara.  (All apologies to […]

by · August 16, 2014 · Local News
State Settles With Debt Collection Firm To Prevent Collection On Predatory Payday Loans

State Settles With Debt Collection Firm To Prevent Collection On Predatory Payday Loans

On Friday, Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman announced that his office reached a settlement with Forster & Garbus, one of the largest debt collection firms in New York State, to ensure that it does not file actions against New Yorkers […]

by · August 16, 2014 · Business, Local News
Israel Palestine Flags

Hamas Says Real Chance for Peace With Israel

In the midst of the current ceasefire between Israel and Gaza, The Guardian is reporting Hamas “doesn’t want more death but will only sign deal that meets Palestinian demands.” The Islamist organization said they are “not interested in more bloodshed” and […]

by · August 16, 2014 · News, Politics, World News
Senator Klein, Governor Cuomo & NYS Unity Delegation Visit Israel

Senator Klein, Governor Cuomo & NYS Unity Delegation Visit Israel

On Wednesday and Thursday, local Senator Jeff Klein, a descendent of Holocaust survivors, joined a New York State Unity Delegation led by Governor Cuomo on a visit to Israel to affirm the State of New York’s support for the nation, […]

by · August 16, 2014 · Local News, World News
Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 16, 2014

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 16, 2014

Photo by Annie Boller

by · August 16, 2014 · Photos
Bronx Pop Up Festival

Bronx Pop Up Festival

Join us for a free popup festival for Abundance in the Bronx! We showcase anything the community wants to exchange in fun and interesting ways! Popups, artists, trainings, skill shares, food and more will be happening!Please bring your toys, tools, […]

by · August 16, 2014 · Bulletin Board, Local Events
Ferguson Police Chief Thomas Jackson announces the name of Officer Darren Wilson as the man who shot and killed Michael Brown, 18, last Saturday.

Police Officer Identified in Fatal Ferguson Shooting

The Ferguson police officer who fatally shot 18-year old Michael Brown in a suburban St. Louis street has been identified Friday as Darren Wilson. After a week of intense public protests and aggressive police response, the Ferguson Police Department finally […]

by · August 15, 2014 · Domestic News, News