Archive for May, 2018

Truman Wins Beat The Street Competition

Truman Wins Beat The Street Competition

It rained all week, until this afternoon, and the weather was perfect for the Beat the Streets Benefit at Pier 17 in the Seaport District of Lower Manhattan tonight. The United States showed up with an impressive effort, claiming nine […]

by · May 18, 2018 · Sports
Josefina Medina, 95, and her daughter Lydia Cardona were reunited after a 5-year separation.--Photo by David Greene

Mother, 95, and Daughter Reunited After 5-Years

Mother, 95, and Daughter Reunited After 5-Years by David Greene Many of the elderly residents at the 65-bed ArchCare at St Vincent’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, celebrated Mother’s Day with a special brunch held for residents, who were joined by […]

by · May 18, 2018 · News
BOROUGH PRESIDENT DIAZ & CONGRESSMAN ESPAILLAT FILE DISCIPLINARY GRIEVANCE AGAINST NEW YORK ATTORNEY FOLLOWING OUTCRY FROM CONSTITUENTS

BOROUGH PRESIDENT DIAZ & CONGRESSMAN ESPAILLAT FILE DISCIPLINARY GRIEVANCE AGAINST NEW YORK ATTORNEY FOLLOWING OUTCRY FROM CONSTITUENTS

BOROUGH PRESIDENT DIAZ & CONGRESSMAN ESPAILLAT FILE DISCIPLINARY GRIEVANCE AGAINST NEW YORK ATTORNEY FOLLOWING OUTCRY FROM CONSTITUENTS Today, Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. sent a letter and filed a formal legal complaint to the Departmental Disciplinary Committee for the First […]

by · May 18, 2018 · Bulletin Board
Center for Media and Peace Initiatives

Media and Diaspora Strategies: Sub Saharan Africa, May 18

Is it worth it to engage journalists to expand democratic participation? Join the conversation on the participation of journalists in democratic expansion in Sub Saharan Africa with guest speaker, Dr. Michael Onolomemen. Sponsored by the Center for Media and Peace […]

Bronx Terminal Market. Credit: Chun Lai Photography

Spring Into Fitness at Bronx Terminal Market

  “SPRING INTO FITNESS” AT BRONX TERMINAL MARKET A FREE HEALTH AND WELLNESS EVENT SERIES THURSDAYS IN MAY! May is Wellness Month in the Bronx! Bronx Terminal Market is celebrating with the introduction of a new health and wellness experience, […]

BRONX DISTRICT ATTORNEY DARCEL D. CLARK STATEMENT ON PROSECUTION OF PUBLIC USE OF MARIJUANA

BRONX DISTRICT ATTORNEY DARCEL D. CLARK STATEMENT ON PROSECUTION OF PUBLIC USE OF MARIJUANA

Where The Pols Are, May 18

Where The Pols Are, May 18

Governor Andrew Cuomo is in Albany with no public schedule. 8:30 AM – New York City Public Advocate Letitia James attends the Eagle Academy Foundation Awards Breakfast, Gotham Hall, 1356 Broadway, Manhattan. 10:00 AM – “The Brian Lehrer Show” features […]

Chairman Crowley, Rep. Meng Convince NYC Department of Education to Launch First Dual Language Program in Bengali

Chairman Crowley, Rep. Meng Convince NYC Department of Education to Launch First Dual Language Program in Bengali

Chairman Crowley, Rep. Meng Convince NYC Department of Education to Launch First Dual Language Program in Bengali (Washington, D.C.) — Today, Congresswoman Grace Meng (D-Queens) and Congressman Joe Crowley (D-Queens, the Bronx), Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus, announced that […]

by · May 18, 2018 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Week Concert 2018, May 20

Bronx Week Concert 2018, May 20

Bronx Week 2018 Concert – The Bronx is flourishing with an amazing diversity of talent. We want to continue this growth by encouraging everyone to come out and empower those taking center stage, showcasing their talents. The concert features Coro, […]

Bronx Week 2018 Veterans’ Appreciation Day Breakfast

Bronx Week 2018 Veterans’ Appreciation Day Breakfast

On May 14, 2018, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and the Bronx Veterans’ Advisory Council hosted the annual Bronx Veterans’ Appreciation Day Breakfast, as part of Bronx Week 2018. The event pays tribute to the men and women who […]

by · May 17, 2018 · Bulletin Board
Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Thomas. Photo Credit: Attorney General's Office

BREAKING: Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Thomas Indicted on Larceny Charges

Today, Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Thomas was been indicted by a grand jury on larceny charges for allegedly stealing campaign funds and failing to disclose funds that he used for personal expenses. Back on March 12, then-Attorney General Eric T. […]

Bronx Week 2018 Family Day Olympiad

Bronx Week 2018 Family Day Olympiad

On Saturday, May 12, 2018, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and New York City Parks & Recreation co-hosted the first-ever Family Day Olympiad as part of Bronx Week 2018. The inaugural Family Day Olympiad, which was co-sponsored by High […]

by · May 17, 2018 · Bulletin Board
PARADE, FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL, AND CONCERT — Sunday, May 20

PARADE, FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL, AND CONCERT — Sunday, May 20

PARADE, FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL & CONCERT – Sunday May 20 The Parade – Bronx Pride is on display as celebrities, marching bands community organizations, schools, sports teams and civic groups march along Mosholu Parkway, highlighting the best of the […]

Breaking the Fast Together: Ramadan Iftar Dinner, May 31

Breaking the Fast Together: Ramadan Iftar Dinner, May 31

Congressman Joseph Crowley has not announced his position

Chairman Crowley on the Holy Month of Ramadan

Chairman Crowley on the Holy Month of Ramadan (Washington, D.C.) – House Democratic Caucus Chairman Joe Crowley (D-Queens, the Bronx) released the following statement in recognition of the start of Ramadan: “I want to extend my best wishes to the […]

by · May 17, 2018 · Bulletin Board