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FARIÑA ENCOURAGES PARENTS TO GET INVOLVED BY RUNNING FOR AN EDUCATION COUNCIL SEAT

FARIÑA ENCOURAGES PARENTS TO GET INVOLVED BY RUNNING FOR AN EDUCATION COUNCIL SEAT

CHANCELLOR FARIÑA ENCOURAGES PARENTS TO GET INVOLVED BY RUNNING FOR AN EDUCATION COUNCIL SEAT   The 36 Community Education Councils include 32 District Councils and Four Citywide Councils, one each for High Schools, English Language Learners, Special Education and District […]

by · February 13, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Education News
New Proposed Zoning for PS311

New Proposed Zoning for PS311

Proposed new zoning for PS311 is marked in magenta outline and magenta color over old zoning.

by · February 10, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Education News
College Financial Aid and Dealing with College & Trade School Debt Workshop

College Financial Aid and Dealing with College & Trade School Debt Workshop

Do you need help applying for financial aid for college  or dealing with leftover college or trade school debt?   Attend these opportunities for assistance:   Fordham Bedford Community Services/ New York Cares presents An Evening Financial Aid Workshop with one-on-one FAFSA assistance. […]

by · January 26, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Education News
Column from Westchester Square Zerega Improvement Organization (Sandi Lusk)

Column from Westchester Square Zerega Improvement Organization (Sandi Lusk)

Post by Contributor Sandi Lusk Last week Woody and I attended a meeting about the new Westchester Square Branch Library to be built on Lane Avenue in the Square. The NYPL VP for Government and Community Affairs, the VP for […]

College Goal NY – Sunday, February 1st – Herbert H. Lehman HS

College Goal NY – Sunday, February 1st – Herbert H. Lehman HS

The beginning of the year marks the start of the Financial Aid season. For the 7th consecutive year, Herbert H. Lehman High School will host College Goal NY – A FAFSA Completion Event<http://www.collegegoalny.org> (CGNY) on Sunday, February 1st. 1.  High […]

by · January 7, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Education News
ESOL Classes @ Morris Park Library

ESOL Classes @ Morris Park Library

by · January 6, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Education News
Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library Events – September 2014

Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library Events – September 2014

The September 2014 calendar of events for the Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library, located on Barnes Avenue between Pelham Parkway South and Lydig Avenue, is attached.  As usual, please post, distribute, and promote as you please.Some highlights: * How Do I Get Paid For… Who I […]

by · September 2, 2014 · Bulletin Board, Education News

Bronx Borough President Diaz, Jr. & the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

Here is our own Bronx Borough President taking the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. WAY TO GO, BP Diaz, Jr.!!! https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=772296886149297&set=vb.102942666418059&type=2&theater

Honda Thefts – Be Aware!

Hello All, I’ve noticed as of late an increase in the thefts of Honda’s in the Bronx in the past two weeks or so. Thieves are stealing Civic’s and Accord’s model years 1990 through 2000. These Honda models have been […]

by · August 20, 2014 · Bulletin Board, Education News

Bill Twomey, Bronx Historian, Remembered

I am sad to report that a dear good friend and hero of mine, Bill Twomey (2nd from left) has passed away. He was one of the first people to get me addicted to Bronx History and learning more about […]

2 Free NY Public Library programs at the Pelham Bay branch in June

June 7 – “The History of the American Flag” – in celebration of the upcoming Flag Day celebration, American Legion Commander Joseph Mondello will give a brief history of our American flag, followed by a video presentation and a free […]

1ST Annual Patrol Borough Bronx Youth Poetry Slam

1ST Annual Patrol Borough Bronx Youth Poetry Slam Youth & NYPD Communicating   For the 1st time ever youth and community got the opportunity to communicate with the New York Police Department in the Annual Patrol Borough Bronx Youth Poetry […]

Bronx Walk Now for Autism Speaks Draws Thousands of Families to Orchard Beach

On a brisk and bright morning, thousands of families and supporters for autism research participated in today’s walk at Orchard Beach for Autism Speaks, an organization dedicated to increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders, to funding research into the causes, […]

Senator Klein, Other Bronx Politicians Advocate Plan Making College Affordable at Fordham Event

Senator Jeff Klein organized a press conference yesterday at Fordham University, where he outlined a plan he is putting forward in the state senate to make college more affordable for New York families.   “This plan will help New York […]

Meet the Farmer

Come and see the farmer Cheryl Rogowski. Learn about community supported agriculture.