Profile America: The Hole Truth
The first 18-hole golf course in the U.S. opened this week in 1893 in Downer’s Grove, Illinois.
Articles by: Michael Benjamin
‘The Geyser Girl of Yellowstone Park’ Book Signing, July 20
Marking the Centennial of the National Park Service, author Myrtle Brooks will sign copies and read excerpts from her novel: The Geyser Girl of Yellowstone Park, a fable on man’s edification through nature’s examples.
CUNY Contract Agreement Ratified
DC 37 members employed by the City University of New York have overwhelmingly ratified a contract settlement by more than 98% of the vote.
Police Targeted In Baton Rouge Ambush, 3 Dead
A Missouri man ambushed and killed three law officers and wounded three others in Baton Rouge on Sunday during a time when police nationwide and in the Louisiana city in particular have been on high alert after five officers were […]
Senator Ruben Diaz to host “Abrazo Dominicano in New York,” July 22
Senator Ruben Diaz to host “Abrazo Dominicano in New York” at 3371 Eastchester Road, Bronx, NY, on Friday, July 22, 2016.
Profile America: Nuclear Power — Atoms for Peace
On this date in 1955, the Atomic Energy Commission sold electric power from a General Electric nuclear reactor.
Photo Op-ed: Two Mayors Leave Town During Corruption Scandals That Threaten Arrests
Mayor de Blasio is flying for a week-long vacation in Rome while his administration is being probed by several prosecutors amid questionable campaign fundraising and “pay-to-play” allegations.
Profile America: Tooth or Consequences
On this date in 1867, Harvard University opened the first dental school associated with a medical school.
Learn. Create. Produce Community Television.
There’s still time to sign up for community television production training with Bronxnet TV, July 18 to September 10, 2016.
Council Member Gibson Announces $21.9 Million Budget Enhancements for County District Attorneys
Council Member Gibson Announces $21.9 Million In Funding for County District Attorneys by Koi Germany, Staff Writer On the sunny steps of the Bronx Court House Council Member Vanessa L. Gibson, joined by Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark, Richmond County […]
Profile America: Online Shopping
On this date in 1995, Amazon.com launched its business of selling books online out of a two-car garage in Bellevue, Washington.
Bronx Summer Concert Series
Bronx Summer Concert Series, Sunday, July 17 at Orchard Beach, 1 PM.
Bronx REACH CHAMPS Worksite Wellness Forums, July 18-19
Worksite Wellness Forums, July 18-19, at 4101 White Plains Road, Bronx NY 10466.
Geyser Girl Book Signing, July 20
Book lovers and young readers are welcome on Wednesday, July 20, 1:00 PM at the Co-op City Barnes & Noble, Bay Plaza, The Bronx.
Profile America: Nickel and Diming
Motorists in Oklahoma City were confronted with America’s first parking meter this month in 1935.
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