Archive for July, 2019

Word of the Day: July 16, 2019

Word of the Day: July 16, 2019

colewort  Definition: (noun) A hardy cabbage with coarse curly leaves thatdo not form a head. Synonyms: borecole, kale Usage: Although he thought his aunt’s boiled colewort wasdisgusting, Harold politely ate the meal withoutcomplaint. Discuss. 

by · July 16, 2019 · Bulletin Board
“Sweet Pea” Was The Southpaw

“Sweet Pea” Was The Southpaw

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor A Reason They Called HIm “Sweet Pea” Pernell Whitaker was called “Sweet Pea” and the name fit. And from this perspective that was seen the first day we worked together at the boxing venue in […]

by · July 15, 2019 · Sports
Bronx DA: Cases of Interest for the Week of July 15, 2019

Bronx DA: Cases of Interest for the Week of July 15, 2019

Cases of Interest for the Week of July 15, 2019 Monday, July 15, 2019 ADAJudgePart #Status Defendant Name Case Details Kane, A.—FAAppearance Manuel Colon Charged with Attempted Murder in the second-degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon and additional charges. The defendant […]

by · July 15, 2019 · Bulletin Board
Bronx DA: Statement from Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark on Retirement of Corporation Counsel Zachary W. Carter

Bronx DA: Statement from Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark on Retirement of Corporation Counsel Zachary W. Carter

STATEMENT FROM BRONX DISTRICT ATTORNEY DARCEL D. CLARK ON RETIREMENT OF CORPORATION COUNSEL ZACHARY W. CARTER           “I congratulate Zachary W. Carter on his retirement after a lifetime of public service. His six years as the city’s Corporation Counsel capped […]

by · July 15, 2019 · Bulletin Board
Sal Conforto, publisher, The Bronx Chronicle

Editorial: New York City Sells Tax Liens.

This practice is one of the most hurtful to the elderly and minority property owners who fall in arrears on their property taxes. Each year tax lien sales impact communities that are struggling. In 2018 Our Communist Mayor Warren Wilhelm […]

by · July 15, 2019 · Editorials
The Bronx Chronicle Veteran of the Week

The Bronx Chronicle Veteran of the Week

Ralph A. Mottola | NY State Senate Ralph A. Mottola Award: Veterans’ Hall of Fame Year: 2005 Ralph A. Mottola is a highly decorated World Word II Army veteran and former Prisoner of War (POW) who served from 1943 to […]

by · July 15, 2019 · Bulletin Board, Veterans
Whose Birthday Is It? July 15, 2019

Whose Birthday Is It? July 15, 2019

Jacques Derrida (1930) Derrida was an Algerian-born French philosopher whose critique of Western philosophy encompasses literature, linguistics,and psychoanalysis. In his famously dense and complex writings, he attempted to take apart, or “deconstruct,” the edifice of Western metaphysics and reveal what he deemed its incompatible foundations. His thought is based on his disapproval of the search for an ultimate metaphysical certainty. Why was Derrida so controversial among many of his fellow philosophers? More…

by · July 15, 2019 · Bulletin Board
Quote of the Day: July 15, 2019

Quote of the Day: July 15, 2019

Acquaintance, n.: A person whom we know well enough to borrow from, but not well enough to lend to. A degree of friendship called slight when its object is poor or obscure,and intimate when he is rich or famous. Ambrose Bierce (1842-1914)

by · July 15, 2019 · Bulletin Board
Word of the Day: July 15, 2019

Word of the Day: July 15, 2019

collocation  Definition: (noun) The act of positioning close together (or sideby side). Synonyms: juxtaposition, apposition Usage: Nina gained notoriety among interior designers for herbrilliant collocation of unusual colors and shapes.Discuss.

by · July 15, 2019 · Bulletin Board
Empire Drops Opening Match In Bronx

Empire Drops Opening Match In Bronx

NEW YORK EMPIRE DROPS SEASON-OPENING MATCH TO THE SAN DIEGO AVIATORS, 23-11 John Isner and the New York Empire presented by Citi fell to the visiting San Diego Aviators, 23-11, on the opening night of World TeamTennis action from Cary […]

by · July 15, 2019 · Sports
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Vernuccio’s View: Selling Out to China

It is going to be difficult for Washington to overcome China’s unfair trade practices, espionage, and intellectual property theft when portions of the private sector and the political establishment refuse to acknowledge that the problem even exists. In a recent […]

by · July 14, 2019 · Vernuccio's View
Matters of Faith: A Restoration of Epic Proportions

Matters of Faith: A Restoration of Epic Proportions

By Rev. J. Loren Russell Jesus answered and said to him, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” ‭‭‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬ ‭‭‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬ John 3:3 (NKJV) A revival has been described by […]

by · July 14, 2019 · Matters of Faith, Religion
Coppola: Ready For More Bizarre Baseball Changes?

Coppola: Ready For More Bizarre Baseball Changes?

By William Coppola/ Sports Columnist Bronx Chrinicle Get ready fans, more changes could be on the way soon to the game of baseball or should we say the “Rob Manfred” game of baseball? On July 11th it was announced that Major […]

by · July 13, 2019 · Animal Issues, Sports
Empire Tennis Entertainment Lineup In Bronx

Empire Tennis Entertainment Lineup In Bronx

NEW YORK EMPIRE ANNOUNCES ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP AND NATIONAL ANTHEM PERFORMERS FOR FIRST SEASON AT CARY LEEDS CENTER FOR TENNIS & LEARNING Accomplished Recording Artist Vivian Sessoms and Actor James Bernard Highlight a Special Season Featuring Top Americans John Isner and […]

by · July 13, 2019 · Sports
FLUSHING, NY - 1984: Dwight "Doc" Gooden #16 of the New York Mets pitches during a 1984 season game at Shea Stadium in Flushing, New York. (Photo by Rich Pilling/MLB Photos via Getty Images)

Sad To Know “Doc” Is Still Fighting A Battle

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor Sad To Know Doc Is Still Fighting A Battle In this business of sports journalism you can take things to the heart. And from this perspective the news about Dwight Gooden arrested last month for […]

by · July 12, 2019 · Sports