Archive for February, 2016

Bronx Chronicle Quote of the Day: February 27, 2016

Bronx Chronicle Quote of the Day: February 27, 2016

The idol of today pushes the hero of yesterdayout of our recollection; and will, in turn, besupplanted by his successor of tomorrow. Washington Irving (1783-1859)

by · February 27, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Chronicle Word of the Day: February 27, 2016

Bronx Chronicle Word of the Day: February 27, 2016

immiscible Definition: (adjective) That cannot undergo mixing or blending. Synonyms: unmixable Usage: When two immiscible liquids, such as oil and water,are shaken together, an emulsion is produced.

by · February 27, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Chronicle Birthday of the Day February 27, 2016

Bronx Chronicle Birthday of the Day February 27, 2016

John Steinbeck (1902) Steinbeck was an American writer perhapsbest remembered for his strong, Pulitzer Prize-winning sociological novel The Grapes ofWrath, which is widely considered one of thegreat American novels of the 20th century. Hislater novels include Cannery Row, The Pearl,and […]

by · February 27, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Lily Tomlin Wins Lifetime Achievement Honor at the 53rd Annual ICG Publicist Awards

Lily Tomlin Wins Lifetime Achievement Honor at the 53rd Annual ICG Publicist Awards

Lily Tomlin Receives  Lifetime Achievement Award The International Cinematographers Guild Publicists recently held its 53rd Annual ICG Publicists Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Legendary comedian/actress Lily Tomlin received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Sally Field. Tom Ortenberg, CEO of Open Road Films, was presented […]

by · February 27, 2016 · Entertainment, News, Television
Profile America: Charlotte Ray, America’s First Black Female Law Student

Profile America: Charlotte Ray, America’s First Black Female Law Student

EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT Saturday, February 27 —  On this date in 1872, America’s third female law student was graduated. But this third was a first. Charlotte Ray was a freeborn African-American, and the first black woman to graduate law school. With her […]

by · February 27, 2016 · Cultures, Profile America
Book Talk: Two Bronx-born Writers Talk ‘Soulless’

Book Talk: Two Bronx-born Writers Talk ‘Soulless’

Two Bronx Guys Talk Books, Writing and Soulless by Larry Benjamin Last month, Fantasy Works Publishing debuted new adult urban-contemporary fantasy author, Ismael Manzano with the release of Soulless. Ismael Manzano was born and raised in New York City, and has lived his […]

by · February 26, 2016 · Arts & Artists, Literary Review
Comptroller Stringer toured businesses with CASA Bronx on Friday, February 19

Comptroller Stringer toured businesses with CASA Bronx on Friday, February 19

On Friday February 19th, New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer toured businesses on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx with Community Action for Safe Apartments (CASA) and the United Auto Worker Association. Other attending groups included Legal Aid Society, the […]

by · February 26, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Monroe College Honors Community Leaders at Black History Month Awards Dinner

Monroe College Honors Community Leaders at Black History Month Awards Dinner

Monroe College, a national leader in educating urban and international students, last night honored five community leaders for their public service and professional achievements at an awards dinner hosted by its School of Criminal Justice. The Black History Month Celebration […]

by · February 26, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Community Board 2 Bronx AIDS WALK

Bronx Community Board 2 Bronx AIDS WALK

by · February 26, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Chronicle Quote of the Day: February 26, 2016

Bronx Chronicle Quote of the Day: February 26, 2016

Our progress as a nation can be no swifter than our progress in education. John F. Kennedy (1917-1963)

by · February 26, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Chronicle Word of the Day: February 26, 2016

Bronx Chronicle Word of the Day: February 26, 2016

bluejacket Definition: (noun) An enlisted person in the US or British Navy. Synonyms: sailor Usage: The big steam pinnace went off to her ship to bring over a few bluejackets to furl my sails for me.

by · February 26, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Chronicle Birthday of the Day February 26, 2016

Bronx Chronicle Birthday of the Day February 26, 2016

Victor-Marie Hugo (1802) Hugo was a French poet, dramatist, and novelist. The son of a general, he was an accomplished poet before age 20. With his verse drama Cromwell in 1827, he emerged as an important figure in Romanticism. His […]

by · February 26, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Senators Klein & Savino Rally with 1199 SEIU to “Fight For $15” for Caretakers

Senators Klein & Savino Rally with 1199 SEIU to “Fight For $15” for Caretakers

“Taking Care of Caretakers” lays out wage increases resulting in $330 million in public assistance savings for the state, economic growth and less worker turnover NEW YORK, NY – Independent Democratic Conference Leader Jeff Klein (D-Westchester/Bronx) and State Senator Diane […]

by · February 26, 2016 · Government, Jobs, Labor, News
Before HBO Fight, Felix Verdejo Stops By Betances Center

Before HBO Fight, Felix Verdejo Stops By Betances Center

Verdejo ready for next step Saturday at the Garden   By Rich Mancuso   New York —  Felix Verdejo the 22-year old lightweight sensation from San Juan is on the verge of becoming the next boxing superstar from Puerto Rico. […]

by · February 26, 2016 · Sports
Profile America: Car Insurance

Profile America: Car Insurance

CAR INSURANCE Car insurance is both required and a major item in the budget of many households. The idea of insuring cars against accidents began this month in 1898 when the Traveler’s Insurance Company issued a policy to Dr.Truman Martin […]

by · February 26, 2016 · Profile America