Archive for May, 2017

Opinion: School Safety

Opinion: School Safety

School Safety Op-Ed By Petra Milter Over the past few years, I’ve seen the name “Osman Couey” come up a lot in the local news. The Harlem teacher has repeatedly made headlines as a child abuser, accused of hurting numerous […]

by · May 10, 2017 · Education News, Op Ed

Corrections Without Protections: The Increasing Dangers Facing New York’s Boldest Officers

The Netflix crew spent 3 days shooting along Williamsbridge Road in Morris Park.--Photo by David Greene

Netflix Series “Violet” Films in Morris Park [Gallery]

NETFLIX SHOOTS IN MORRIS PARK by David Greene A large film crew from Netflix spent several days filming at the popular Williamsbridge Tavern, located at 1556 Williamsbridge Road in the Morris Park section. The crew was filming the new series […]

by · May 9, 2017 · Local News, News
Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month

Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month

Tuesday, May 9 — By presidential proclamation, this month recognizes one of the nation’s fastest-growing population groups — those of Asian and Pacific American heritage. The observance began in 1978 with a joint congressional resolution honoring the arrival of the first […]

Noah Syndergaard, NY Mets pitching ace. Credit: bloggingmets.com

Mets Pitching Question Is Why The Rush?

By William Coppola For the past three years, we have heard nothing but amazing predictions about the young power arms of the New York Mets. We were told by all the experts how Matt Harvey was the second coming of […]

by · May 8, 2017 · Sports
Villa And Company Lead NYCFC To Another Win In The Bronx

Villa And Company Lead NYCFC To Another Win In The Bronx

By Rich Mancuso/Sports Editor David Villa is getting the help from his NYCFC teammates and that is part of the reason this team continues to have an impact in their first first nine games. The reigning MVP of the MLS […]

by · May 8, 2017 · Sports
Matt Harvey Sagas Adds to Mets Sinking Ship

Matt Harvey Sagas Adds to Mets Sinking Ship

By Christopher Saunders Just when you think nothing else could go wrong for the New York Mets it happens again. Injuries have crippled the starting pitching staff, dreadful start that has put the Mets at the bottom of the division, […]

by · May 8, 2017 · Sports
Global Youth Initiative 7/6/2017

Global Youth Initiative 7/6/2017

We are having our Diversity Is A Verb Youth Nation, kicking off our highly anticipated Global Youth Initiative 7/6/2017 at 12 pm(est) on the campus of Bronx Community College. Our Theme: Mind, Body, & Money! How to build it and keep it […]

CITY EXPANDING INITIATIVE OFFERING FREE, ON-SITE COMPLIANCE CONSULTATIONS THAT HELP SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS PREVENT COSTLY FINES AND PENALTIES

CITY EXPANDING INITIATIVE OFFERING FREE, ON-SITE COMPLIANCE CONSULTATIONS THAT HELP SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS PREVENT COSTLY FINES AND PENALTIES

CITY EXPANDING INITIATIVE OFFERING FREE, ON-SITE COMPLIANCE CONSULTATIONS THAT HELP SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS PREVENT COSTLY FINES AND PENALTIES Announced During National Small Business Week, New Resources Now Providing Business Owners With Information On Common Violations To Avoid Based On Their […]

by · May 7, 2017 · Bulletin Board
Matters of Faith:  Birthdays Are Times for New Resolutions

Matters of Faith: Birthdays Are Times for New Resolutions

Romans 12:1-2‬(‭NKJV)‬‬‬ “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be […]

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Profile America: National Pet Week

Sunday, May 7 — National Pet Week and Be Kind to Animals Week both begin their observances today. While pets are a source of companionship, many dogs provide protection and act as eyes for the blind. Less is expected of cats, […]

by · May 7, 2017 · Pets, Profile America
Word of the Day: May 6, 2017

Word of the Day: May 6, 2017

Exigency Definition: (noun) Urgent requirements; pressing needs. Often used in the plural. Synonyms: Need, Demand, Requirement, Necessity, Constraint, Won’t Usage: The reduction was caused by the exigencies of a wartime economy.

by · May 6, 2017 · Bulletin Board
Whose Birthday Is It? May 6, 2017

Whose Birthday Is It? May 6, 2017

Maximilien Francois Marie Isidore de Robespierre (1758) Robespierre was one of the leading figures of the French Revolution. He was elected to the National Assembly in 1789 and became an influential orator. After calling for the execution of the king […]

by · May 6, 2017 · Bulletin Board
Quote of the Day: May 6, 2017

Quote of the Day: May 6, 2017

God is for men and religion is for women. Joseph Conrad (1857-1924)

by · May 6, 2017 · Bulletin Board
Historic Riverside Church Moves Toward Divestment, Energy Efficiency, & Sustainability

Historic Riverside Church Moves Toward Divestment, Energy Efficiency, & Sustainability

Historic Riverside Church Moves Toward Divestment, Energy Efficiency, & Sustainability On Eve of 2017 People’s Climate March, Rockefeller Funded Church Announces Next Phase of Climate Advocacy Morningside Heights, NY – Long known for its commitment to social justice and moral leadership on […]

by · May 6, 2017 · Bulletin Board