Archive for December, 2016

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Yankees Sheffield Key to The Future

By Christopher Saunders Justus Sheffield was one of the many of prospects shipped in by Brian Cashman at this year’s trade deadline. Behind outfielder Clint Frazier, he was the second most significant asset acquired in exchange for  reliever Andrew Miller. […]

by · December 16, 2016 · Sports
Toys Giveaway In The Bronx, 12/20

Toys Giveaway In The Bronx, 12/20

  Senator Ruben Diaz annual “Toys Giveaway In The Bronx” co-sponsored with City Councilman Rafael Salamanca, Jr. and Hon. Ed Cox, NY State Republican Party on December 20, 4PM at IS 216, 977 Tiffany Street, Bronx NY 10459.

Chase Edmonds Named First Team AP All-America

Chase Edmonds Named First Team AP All-America

Chase Edmonds Named First Team AP All-America Fordham University junior running back Chase Edmonds was named a First Team Associated Press All-American it was announced today. This marks the third straight year that he has earned All-America honors. Edmonds, a […]

by · December 16, 2016 · Sports
New Yorkers rally at NYC pension meeting calling for full fossil fuel divestment

New Yorkers rally at NYC pension meeting calling for full fossil fuel divestment

New Yorkers rally at NYC pension meeting calling for full fossil fuel divestment As global commitments surpass $5 trillion, New Yorkers call out pensions for lagging, urge full divestment from fossil fuels and reinvestment in communities New York, NY — […]

Diaz: Cuomo Calling A Special Session to Kill New York City’s Taxi Industry

Diaz: Cuomo Calling A Special Session to Kill New York City’s Taxi Industry

Sen. Diaz Accuses Governor Cuomo of Calling A Special Session to Kill New York City’s Taxi Industry.

Profile America: Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”

Profile America: Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”

Friday, December 16 — One of the most familiar and cherished Christmas stories has been around a long time — 173 years in fact. Tomorrow marks the anniversary of the 1843 publication of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” with sales starting […]

by · December 16, 2016 · Profile America
Whose Birthday Is It? December 15, 2016

Whose Birthday Is It? December 15, 2016

Jean Paul Getty (1892) The son of an oil millionaire, Getty was an American industrialist who increased his fortune and became the richest man in the world by acquiring oil companies and obtaining rights to a tract of land in […]

by · December 15, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Quote of the Day: December 15, 2016

Quote of the Day: December 15, 2016

The civility which money will purchase, is rarely extended to those who have none. Charles Dickens (1812-1870)

by · December 15, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Word of the Day: December 15, 2016

Word of the Day: December 15, 2016

Sloven Definition: (noun) One who is habitually careless in personal appearance or work. Synonyms: Slob, Pig Usage: I could better eat with one who did not respect the truth or the laws than with a sloven and unpresentable person.

by · December 15, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Eovaldi: Washed up at 27 Years Old

Eovaldi: Washed up at 27 Years Old

By William Coppola On November 28th, the Yankees released Nathan Eovaldi, putting an end to his attempt, to be a starting pitcher in their five man rotation. Here is a guy, who can throw 98-100 for seven innings. He has […]

by · December 15, 2016 · Sports
PARKCHESTER ANNUAL KWANZAA CELEBRATION

PARKCHESTER ANNUAL KWANZAA CELEBRATION

‘CREATING UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY’ is proud to announce Parkchester’s Annual Kwanzaa Celebration at St. Helena Church, (DOWNSTAIRS IN THE GYMNASIUM) ON THE CORNER OF WESTCHESTER AVENUE # 6 TRAIN TO PARKCHESTER OR CASTLE HILL AVENUE. This joyous occasion will […]

Screening of “Divided by Diversity” tonight at 6:30 P.M. at The Bronx Museum sponsored by Justice League NYC.

‘Divided By Diversity’ Film Screening

Screening of “Divided by Diversity” tonight at 6:30 P.M. at The Bronx Museum on 1040 Grand Concourse (165th Street). This event is sponsored by Justice League NYC and will be followed by a panel with the full cast and the director. […]

Statement by Senator Ruben Diaz on the Resignation of New York City’s Administration for Children’s Services Commissioner Gladys Carrión

Statement by Senator Ruben Diaz on the Resignation of New York City’s Administration for Children’s Services Commissioner Gladys Carrión

Statement by Senator Rev. Ruben Diaz on the Resignation of NYC’s Administration for Children’s Services Commissioner Gladys Carrión December 12, 2016 Statement by Senator Ruben Diaz on the Resignation of New York City’s Administration for Children’s Services Commissioner Gladys Carrión […]

Police guard the crime scene after Jose Morales, 41, was shot dead at the corner of East 175 Street and Weeks Avenue on Sunday, December 11. Photo by Edwin Soto

MAN SHOT DEAD IN MOUNT HOPE.

By David Greene  ​One man is dead and a second remains in critical condition after a double shooting in the Mount Hope section. Police were called to East 175 Street and Weeks Avenue, at just after 7 p.m. on Sunday, […]

by · December 15, 2016 · Crime, News
Councilman Andy King

NYC Council Member Andy King Expresses Satisfaction January Date Set For Departmental Trial for NYPD Officer Richard Haste

NYC Council Member Andy King Expresses Satisfaction January Date Set For Departmental Trial for NYPD Officer Richard Haste In Ramarley Graham Shooting “While I am extremely grateful that a date has been set for the departmental trial of Officer Richard […]