The New York City Anti-Violence Project Honors Montefiore’s Lissette Marrero On April 28, 2016 at HBO Headquarters, Montefiore Medical Center’s Lissette Marrero, MSW, Deputy Director of the Adolescent AIDS Program at Montefiore was honored with the Community Heroes Award from […]

Backbite, v.t.: To speak of a man as you find him when he can’t find you. Ambrose Bierce (1842-1914)

tyro Definition: (noun) A beginner in learning something. Synonyms: beginner, initiate, novice Usage: I once heard a pirate swear, but his best efforts would have seemed like those of a tyro alongside of Perry’s masterful and scientific imprecations.

Beatrice “Bea” Arthur (1922) Arthur was an American actress, comedian, and singer whose lengthy career began on the stage. In 1966, she won a Tony award for her role in the musical Mame. She went on to achieve fame on […]

State Lottery Revenues Would Fund $5000 Grants to One Senior at Every Participating Public or Private High School in State Citing the New York State Lottery’s heightened revenues, Assemblyman Luis Sepúlveda (D, Bronx) and Council Member Mark Treyger (D, Brooklyn) are […]

BRONX, NY – In celebration of Mother’s Day, State Senator Jeff Klein (D-Bronx/Westchester) hosted a bingo night at Clason Point Gardens on Friday.  The women of Clason Point gathered to enjoy an evening of fun, food, prizes, and games.    […]

As for jest, there be certain things which ought to be privileged from it—namely, religion, matters of state, great persons, any man’s present business of importance, and any case that deserveth pity. Francis Bacon (1561-1626)

multifarious Definition: (adjective) Having great variety; diverse. Synonyms: multifaceted, many-sided Usage: This famous old French trading post continued to be a rallying point for a multifarious and motley population.