Articles by: Kathleen Canzoniero

Federal Regulations Make Flying with Pets Safer

Federal Regulations Make Flying with Pets Safer

Jack the cat, Mocha, Rocket, and Bea are just the few names of animals that have died while traveling on an airline carrier. New federal regulations are now making it safer for pets to travel. Starting in January the Department […]

by · August 27, 2014 · Domestic News, News, Pets
Bronx Bonding Experience: Ice Bucket Challenge Edition

Bronx Bonding Experience: Ice Bucket Challenge Edition

By now most people know about the Ice Bucket Challenge for the ALS Association thanks to the spread of viral videos on social media. You know, the videos were people pour buckets of ice water over themselves for charity. Now […]

The Bronx Chamber of Commerce recognizes its newest members!

Meet The Bronx Chamber of Commerce Newest Members

Babalu Restaurant was host to fun, food, drink and networking last night as 14 Bronx-based businesses were inducted into The Bronx Chamber of Commerce . As the night progressed, companies exchange pleasantries and contact information with skillfully payed live Latin […]

by · August 13, 2014 · Local Events, Local News, Photos
Social Issues Trailblazer Vito Marcantonio Honored at Woodlawn Cemetery

Social Issues Trailblazer Vito Marcantonio Honored at Woodlawn Cemetery

Yesterday the Vito Marcantonio Forum held the 60th anniversary of the of Congressman Vito Marcantonio’s death at Woodlawn Cemetery. Friends, supporters and admirers of the passionate advocate joined family members to hear stories of his innovative ideals for New York […]

by · August 10, 2014 · Local Events, Local News, Photos
Bronxites Take Back the Night on National Night Out Against Crime

Bronxites Take Back the Night on National Night Out Against Crime

Bronxites and police gathered on August 5th in over a dozen locations across the Bronx to celebrate the 31st annual National Night Out Against Crime. More than a dozen police precincts and community organizations put together events throughout the borough, […]

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: July 30, 2014

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: July 30, 2014

Bartow-Pell Mansion – Photo by Kathleen Canzoniero

by · July 30, 2014 · Photos
Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: July 29, 2014

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: July 29, 2014

Bartow-Pell Mansion – Photo by Kathleen Canzoniero

by · July 29, 2014 · Photos
Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: July 28, 2014

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: July 28, 2014

Orchard Beach – Photo by Kathleen Canzoniero

by · July 28, 2014 · Photos
Live Music, Italian Ices and Fun at Haight Avenue Block Party

Live Music, Italian Ices and Fun at Haight Avenue Block Party

On a cool summer day, Haight Avenue in the Bronx held their annual block party this past weekend. Kids were able to enjoy Italian ices while adults danced to music spun by a DJ from Top Notch Music Productions. Each […]

by · July 21, 2014 · Local Events, Local News
Horses and the Heat: Is That All There Is At Play Here?

Horses and the Heat: Is That All There Is At Play Here?

The horse carriage debate is in the news again after a video went viral showing a carriage horse outside during a hot weather suspension. Posted to Youtube on July 2nd, the video shows carriage driver and industry spokesperson, Christina Hansen […]

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: July 1, 2014

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: July 1, 2014

Pelham Parkway South – Photo by Kathleen Canzoniero

by · July 1, 2014 · Photos
VNNA Honors Those Who Have Impacted Van Nest

VNNA Honors Those Who Have Impacted Van Nest

Basking in the afterglow of their fourth anniversary and the recent groundbreaking of the new Van Nest Park, Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance held their fourth Annual Fundraiser. “Before we started this organization, Van Nest was getting from bad to worse […]

Ballists, The New York Mutuals, Play a Fizzing Game at Bartow-Pell Mansion

Ballists, The New York Mutuals, Play a Fizzing Game at Bartow-Pell Mansion

What perfect way to spent a weekend afternoon than by watching a good old game of baseball…1864 style. On a mild and breezy sunny day, Tom “Big Bat” Fesolowich announced that catching a ball on a bounce was considered an […]

by · June 18, 2014 · Local News, Sports
The Bronx Honors Veterans on Memorial Day (w/ GALLERY)

The Bronx Honors Veterans on Memorial Day (w/ GALLERY)

All across the Bronx, community members are marking Memorial Day with ceremonies by honoring those who gave their lives in war. At Peace Memorial Plaza, on the corner of Williamsbridge Road and Pelham Parkway, Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj spoke about the meaning […]

Army Veteran, Bronx Community Activist and Bronx Chronicle Head Sal Conforto honored at New York State Veteran’s Hall of Fame

Army Veteran, Bronx Community Activist and Bronx Chronicle Head Sal Conforto honored at New York State Veteran’s Hall of Fame

Army veteran, local community activist and our own editor-in-chief here at the Chronicle Sal Conforto was inducted by Senator Jeff Klein into the New York State Veteran’s Hall of Fame. Along with 57 other inductees, Sal is now representing the […]

by · May 21, 2014 · Features