Articles by: The Bronx Chronicle
Profile America: On Our Tows
This year marks the centennial of the invention of the tow truck.
Whose Birthday Is It? December 5, 2016
Paul Painlevé (1863) A mathematical prodigy, Painlevé embarked on a career devoted to science, but he turned to politics after the Dreyfus Affair sparked his interest. In World War I, he held several French cabinet posts and was briefly premier […]
Quote of the Day: December 5, 2016
A just fear of an imminent danger, though there be no blow given, is a lawful cause of war. Francis Bacon (1561-1626)
Word of the Day: December 5, 2016
Arid Definition: (adjective) Lacking moisture, especially having insufficient rainfall to support trees or woody plants. Synonyms: Waterless Usage: Only a few succulents managed to survive in the arid climate.
Suspected Sex Worker Cannibal Chops Off John’s Penis To ‘Eat’
Both the Daily News and DNAinfo are reporting on a Bronx man was found dead in his bathtub Saturday night after a suspected male sex worker chopped off his penis, according to police. Responding officers from the 44 Precinct found the unidentified […]
Old Tales and Historic Facts of the Bronx River Walk Tour by Stephen DeVillo & Nilka Martel
The Bronx River has inspired a plethora of stories and historic facts that generated numerous publications. One such book titled The Bronx River in History & Folklore, written by noted historian and longtime BCHS member Stephen Devillo, captures the essense […]
Whose Birthday Is It? December 2, 2016
Otto Dix (1891) A German painter and printmaker, Dix fought in World War I and returned haunted by what he had witnessed. After experimenting with Impressionism and Dada, he arrived at Expressionism and began producing works depicting nightmarish scenes of […]
Quote of the Day: December 2, 2016
The fortunes of war more than any other are liable to frequent fluctuations. Miguel de Cervantes (1547-1616)
Toastmasters Holiday Shindig – December 13th
Join Us as we celebrate this Holiday Season at our joint Toastmasters Holiday Shindig with the Bronx Advanced Toastmasters Club on Tuesday – December 13, 2016- 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm at the College of New Rochelle, Co-Op City Campus, […]
Word of the Day: December 2, 2016
Fulminate Definition: (verb) To issue a thunderous verbal attack or denunciation. Synonyms: Rail Usage: He fulminated against corruption in governmental institutions.
Bronx Chamber’s November 30th B2B Networking Event, Tonight
The Bronx Chamber of Commerce hosts an Evening Business Networking Event on Wednesday, November 30th, from 6:00-8:00pm, at Residence Inn by Marriott at the Hutch Metro Center Atrium. Bring business cards. Shake hands. Share ideas. Meet your business peers. Walk away […]
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