Profile America: The First Car Accident
The first recorded automobile accident involving two vehicles occurred on this date in 1896 in New York City.
The first recorded automobile accident involving two vehicles occurred on this date in 1896 in New York City.
Older Americans Month continues to be a time to celebrate those 65 and older through ceremonies, events and public recognition.
Celebrate Puerto Rican Culture with this exciting outdoor, all-day festival featuring live music entertainment, ethnic food, arts & crafts, and family-fun activities.
Sen. Jeff Klein, Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj, the Pelham Parkway Residents Council, and Stand Up to Violence rallied against gun violence at the Pelham Parkway Houses after 17-year-old Ackeem Davis was killed on Astor Avenue.
By Rich Mancuso St. Petersburg, Fla. – It would have been the strong pitching of Masahiro Tanaka Friday night for the New York Yankees at Tropicana Field that was a cause for optimism. The righthander threw seven shutout innings on […]
Today’s arrest is a major step forward in the pursuit of justice for Carey’s family and loved ones. I
One in six New Yorkers drinks alcohol to excess.
Voters think President Obama’s new overtime rule is a great idea, and almost four out of 10 say the new threshold should be even higher.
BID BRINGS BOLLYWOOD IN THE BRONX “The Bronx is diverse and this event gives us the opportunity to showcase the many businesses in the area along with the talents of various artists, groups and organizations,” said Lisa Sorin, Executive Director […]
The history of every country begins in the heart of a man or a woman. Willa Cather (1873-1947)
epicure Definition: (noun) A person devoted to refined sensuous enjoyment (especially good food and drink). Synonyms: gastronome, bon vivant, foodie, gourmet Usage: He fancied himself an epicure and dined out at the finest restaurants every night.
James Butler “Wild Bill” Hickok (1837) Hickok was an American frontier marshal, legendary marksman, and gambler. In 1861, while working as a stagecoach driver, he shot and killed outlaw Dave McCanles, earning a reputation as a gunfighter. After serving as […]
nyc.gov/parks Connect with NYC Parks This Week in Parks: May 27, 2016 – Jun 1, 2016 Citywide Highlights NYC Beaches Reopen This Weekend Get a start on the summer! All of our beaches open for swimming on Saturday, May 28. […]
Today, State Sen. Jeff Klein, Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj and others rally against gun violence in response to a recent shooting at Throggs Neck Houses.
Penguins beat the Bolts, 2-1, to advance to Stanley Cup Finals.
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