Articles by: Omesh Persaud

Fordham BID Plans Complete Plaza Revamp

Fordham BID Plans Complete Plaza Revamp

As Fordham Road evolves , coming changes proposed by the Fordham Road BID outline a complete overhaul is Fordham Plaza, bringing the Bronx’s largest shopping district new and modern amenities to entice and entertain shoppers. The process should take approximately […]

by · August 20, 2014 · Business, Local News
NY 78th Assembly District PUBLIC FORUM  – OPEN FOR QUESTIONS

NY 78th Assembly District PUBLIC FORUM – OPEN FOR QUESTIONS

The Bronx Chronicle is proud to announce our first ever Public Forum on August 27th at 7:00PM, for the 78th Assembly District race between Assemblyman Jose Rivera and Candidate Fernando Tirado. This forum will provide an outlet for you to […]

by · August 15, 2014 · Local Events, Local News, Politics
New York Salutes America Fireworks Extravaganza

New York Salutes America Fireworks Extravaganza

The “New York Salutes America” event held in Orchard Beach on the evening of June 27th was a resounding success, bringing New Yorkers from all walks of life together for sun, fun, music, food, fireworks, and most of all, celebrating […]

by · June 28, 2014 · Local Events

Happy Father’s Day 2014

The Bronx Chronicle would like to wish a Happy Father’s Day to all of the dutiful fathers of the Bronx!

by · June 15, 2014 · Uncategorized
Our Massive 2014 Bronx St. Patrick’s Day Parade Gallery

Our Massive 2014 Bronx St. Patrick’s Day Parade Gallery

Despite the cold weather, the Bronx’s St. Patrick’s Day parade was a ton of fun.  The Bronx Chronicle was in full effect, with journalists Adam Bermudez, Annie Boller, Nilka Martell,  Kathleen Canzoniero, Omesh Persaud and contributor Robert Benimoff reporting, taking […]

by · March 17, 2014 · Local News, News, Photos, Special Sections
March 5th 2014 – Bronx Immigration Forum

March 5th 2014 – Bronx Immigration Forum

This past Wednesday evening in The Bronx an Immigration Forum sponsored by Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj was held at the Bronx House located in Pelham Parkway The panel consisted of representatives of various Federal agency’s Including The Department of Homeland Security, […]

by · March 10, 2014 · Uncategorized

Northwest Bronx Democrats Pass On Charlie Rangel, Support 2 Candidates

The Northwest Bronx Democrats have officially announced their position in the 13th Bronx Congressional race, and it seems as thought they are supporting 2 candidates,  State Senator Adriano Espaillat, and Community Activist Yolanda Garcia. This announcement stands in direct opposition […]

by · March 9, 2014 · Local News, News, Politics

2-alarm building fire on Matthews Avenue

A 2-alarm fire broke out on the 6th Floor of a Matthews Ave. building on Friday A woman trapped in the blaze was rescued successfully via ladder.  The woman says she is doing OK. Two minor injuries have been reported. […]

by · March 8, 2014 · Local News, News

Alaska’s Iditarod sled-dog race begins

The famed Iditarod sled-dog started without a hitch, and will take its contestants through 1,000 miles of wilderness and icy conditions over the next week. The traditional 11-mile jaunt through the state’s largest city has ceremoniously started the race, which […]

by · March 2, 2014 · Domestic News, News

After Putin’s ‘declaration of war’, Ukraine mobilizes military

Tensions are mounting between the US, Russia, and Ukraine, and Ukrainian Prime Minister Arsey Yatseniuk has officially started to mobilize the military in defense from an expected attack from Russia. As a response to Vladmir Putin’s declaration of his right […]

by · March 2, 2014 · News, World News

Gay rights group gets OK to join Boston St. Patrick’s Day parade

A gay rights group in Boston, MA has gotten the OK to march in the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day parade. It seems to be unclear whether MassEquality, one of the largest gay advocacy groups in Massachusetts, will be permitted to […]

by · March 2, 2014 · Domestic News, News

Mexico captures top drug kingpin ‘Shorty’ Guzman

PHOTO CREDIT: REUTERS/HENRY ROMERO It has been reported that Mexican authorities have captured their most wanted man, cartel kingpin Joaquin “El Chapo (Shorty in Spanish)” Guzman, with help from US agencies. A long running leader of Mexico’s deadly Sinaloa cartel, he […]

by · February 23, 2014 · News, World News

Carbon Monoxide Leak at Long Island restaurant kills man and poisons 28

Photo: Steve Silverman, AP Legal Sea Foods at the Walt Whitman Mall in Huntington Station suffered a fatal carbon monoxide leak, reportedly due to a faulty water heater flue pipe.  Carbon Monoxide had accumulated in the basement, poisoning restaurant manager […]

by · February 23, 2014 · Domestic News, News

3 wounded, including 79 year old woman, in Morris Park Ave shooting

A 79 year old woman and two teens were wounded during a shooting on Morris Park Ave. and White Plains Rd that happened today at 2:42pm. According to eyewitnesses, the woman was unfortunately caught in the crossfire of the shooting, […]

by · February 19, 2014 · Local News, News
Jeff Klein sponsors Bed Time Story Time featuring Mark Gjonaj

Jeff Klein sponsors Bed Time Story Time featuring Mark Gjonaj

On the evening of Friday, February 7th, the Morris Park Community Association held an installment of “Bed Time Story Time”, an event sponsored by Senator Jeff Klein and featuring Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj. Held in the evening, the event is tailored […]

by · February 8, 2014 · Bulletin Board