Archive for July, 2016

Whose Birthday Is It? July 6, 2016

Whose Birthday Is It? July 6, 2016

Annette Kellerman (1887) Kellerman was an Australian professional swimmer, vaudeville and film star, and writer. Her 1907 performance of “water ballet” is often credited with popularizing the sport of synchronized swimming. Kellerman was also known for advocating the right of […]

by · July 6, 2016 · Bulletin Board
NYPD Harmony Day Picnic 2016

NYPD Harmony Day Picnic 2016

by · July 6, 2016 · Bulletin Board

Free Rain Barrel Give-away

During heavy storms, runoff can overwhelm your street’s sewer system and in some cases cause street flooding. Using a rain barrel is a great way to both save on your water bill and alleviate flooding.   When:    Saturday, August […]

by · July 6, 2016 · Bulletin Board
FBI Finds Clinton Wrongdoing But Doesn’t Seek Punishment

FBI Finds Clinton Wrongdoing But Doesn’t Seek Punishment

FBI Director James B. Comey’s decision not  to indict Hillary Clinton should not be reviewed in terms of its effect on the 2016 campaign. Far more important is its effect on the federal system of justice, and its increasing susceptibility to […]

by · July 6, 2016 · Uncategorized
Vernuccio’s View: Campaign Regs Attack Free Speech

Vernuccio’s View: Campaign Regs Attack Free Speech

The trend towards restricting free speech through campaign finance regulations is gaining speed, on both the national and state levels. The supporters of these anti-First Amendment moves allege that they are seeking to reduce the influence of money in politics.  […]

by · July 6, 2016 · Vernuccio's View
American Hero: Dr. Roscoe C. Brown, Jr. RIP

American Hero: Dr. Roscoe C. Brown, Jr. RIP

Dr. Roscoe C. Brown — former president of the Bronx Community College, director of the Institute of Afro-American Affairs at New York University, professor at the CUNY Graduate Center, and Tuskegee Airman during World War II — passed away at […]

BP Diaz & Senator Klein Co-Host Annual Fireworks Extravaganza

BP Diaz & Senator Klein Co-Host Annual Fireworks Extravaganza

BOROUGH PRESIDENT DIAZ AND STATE SENATOR KLEIN CO-HOST ANNUAL FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA   On Thursday, June 30, tens of thousands of Bronxites and revelers from all over the region joined Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and State Senator Jeff Klein […]

by · July 5, 2016 · Bulletin Board

Small Business Event with the U.S. Small Business Administration in the Bronx

U.S. Small Business Administration will be in Morris Park on July 7th to talk with Small Businesses   U.S. Small Business Administration (“SBA”) representative Man-Li Lin is coming to the Morris Park Section of the Bronx to discuss how the […]

by · July 5, 2016 · Bulletin Board

BronxNet Prepares Bronx Residents to Produce TV

PREPARE TO PRODUCE YOUR OWN TV PROGRAM   As a Bronx resident, you have a choice between two locations where you can learn to create your own independent television program. BronxNet will conduct a cycle of television production workshops, from […]

by · July 5, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents Roberto Roena

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents Roberto Roena

LEHMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS presents Celebrating Historic 45 Years of Latin Fusion Apollo Sound! ROBERTO ROENA With Original Singers Tito Cruz, Sammy Gonzalez, Papo Sánchez & Carlos Santos Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents an exclusive one night only […]

by · July 5, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Pride Saturday July 16th

Bronx Pride Saturday July 16th

by · July 5, 2016 · Bulletin Board

In letter to Mayor de Blasio, Public Charter School Leaders Say 50 Schools Will Open Within Next Two Years, Creating Urgency for de Blasio to Use 150,000 Empty Classroom Seats

COALITION FOR EDUCATION EQUALITY: “WE WANT TO WORK WITH YOUR ADMINISTRATION TO FIND THE PUBLIC FACILITIES NEEDED FOR OUR SCHOOLS” New York, NY – The Coalition for Education Equality, comprised of public charter schools serving more than 40,000 New York City students, […]

by · July 5, 2016 · Bulletin Board

BP Diaz Appoints Judge Douglas McKeon to BronxNet Board of Directors

Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. has appointed Hon. Douglas McKeon, Administrative Judge for Civil Matters for the Supreme Court, 12th Judicial District, to the board of directors of BronxNet, the borough’s public television station.   “Judge McKeon has a […]

by · July 5, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Bronx DA: Cases of Interest for the Week of July 4, 2016

Bronx DA: Cases of Interest for the Week of July 4, 2016

Cases of Interest for the Week of July 4, 2016   Monday, July 4, 2016 ADA Judge Part # Status Defendant Name Case Details HOLIDAY FOURTH OF JULY All court parts except Arraignments will be closed.   Tuesday, July 5, […]

by · July 5, 2016 · Bulletin Board, Crime

Council Member Andy King To Offer Free Dental Services to Bronx Residents

The Office of Council Member Andy King, in cooperation with the NYUCD Dental Van team will be hosting free dental screenings on Saturday, Aug. 6, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the 2016 “High School of Contemporary Arts, Council Member […]