Quote of the Day: October 15, 2018
What do we live for, if it is not to make life less difficult to each other? George Eliot (1819-1880)
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Word of the Day: October 15, 2018
periwig Definition: (noun) A wig for men that was fashionable in the 17th and 18th centuries. Synonyms: peruke Usage: He wears an immense periwig, flowing down over his shoulders. Discuss.
BRONX ELECTED OFFICIALS TO AMTRAK: GET ON BOARD WITH METRO-NORTH EXPANSION
BRONX ELECTED OFFICIALS TO AMTRAK: GET ON BOARD WITH METRO-NORTH EXPANSION In a letter to Anthony R. Coscia, Chairman of the Board of Amtrak, the borough’s elected officials are demanding that the rail company cease its actions that are currently […]
A Greater Threat than 9/11
As Americans paused this month in remembrance of the 9/11/01 attacks, a far greater threat is rapidly maturing. Russia and China have extensively ramped up their military development in recent years. Moscow now has, for the first time, a lead […]
SENATOR RIVERA STATEMENT ON THE NEWLY CONFIRMED SUPREME COURT JUSTICE
SENATOR RIVERA STATEMENT ON THE NEWLY CONFIRMED SUPREME COURT JUSTICE It is enraging to see a person so unfit for public service and lacking the integrity required by the Supreme Court of the United States of America claiming a lifetime […]
Injured Firefighter in Pelham Bay
By Rich Mancuso FDNY answered a 911 call and responded to a fire before 9pm Sunday night on the third floor of a building at 1656 Mayflower Avenue in Pelham Bay. Numerous units responded along with emergency personnel. A firefighter […]
Partnerships for Parks Community Connections: An Evening of Networking for Park Volunteers – October 23
Partnerships for Parks Community Connections: An Evening of Networking for Park Volunteers Event To Be Held On October 23, 2018 October 11, 2018 — NEW YORK, NY — Partnerships for Parks is proud to announce that the 5th annual Community Connections event, recognizing New York […]
Bartow-Hell Haunted Mansion – October 27
Bartow-Hell Haunted Mansion Saturday, October 27, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Come, if you dare, for a frightful scare and see the mansion decorated for Halloween! Watch out for spirits and other creatures as you intrepidly make your way through […]
BP DIAZ & FAT JOE LAUNCH PUBLIC SCHOOL SNEAKER INITIATIVE
BP DIAZ & FAT JOE LAUNCH PUBLIC SCHOOL SNEAKER INITIATIVE Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., together with hip-hop legend and Bronx native Fat Joe, today announced the launch of a new initiative designed to increase student performance in four […]
Jail Protesters Shutdown Local Officials Protest of New Jail
Jail Protesters Shutdown Local Officials Protest of New Jail by David Greene In one of the more bizarre press conferences in recent memory, several local elected officials were shouted down and heckled by young protesters– despite both groups being against […]
Matters of Faith: Leadership is not for the Timid
By Rev. J. Loren Russell “If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging. If it is giving, give generously. If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously. And if you have a gift for showing kindness […]
Garnes: Jets Will Even Record Sunday
By Sam Garnes Editors Note: Sam Garnes is a former all-city player from the Bronx who attended DeWitt Clinton High School. A first round draft pick of the Giants he is one of the few who started as a safety […]
Yankees Lose Didi To Tommy John Surgery
By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor The hurt of a ALDS series loss to the Red Sox continued on another level for the Yankees Friday afternoon. General Manager Brian Cashman at a season ending briefing with media at Yankee Stadium revealed […]
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