Project BOOST Celebrated By Klein, BX School Administrators & Parent Coordinators

Project BOOST Celebrated By Klein, BX School Administrators & Parent Coordinators

To kick off the new school year and celebrate Project BOOST, State Senator Klein hosted a dinner at F&J Pine Restaurant with parents and school principals. Project BOOST (Building Options and Opportunities for Students), a program targeting elementary and middle […]

by · August 30, 2014 · Bulletin Board, Local News
Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 30, 2014

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 30, 2014

Photo by Annie Boller

by · August 30, 2014 · Photos
Photo c/o Beth Fertig

Pre-K Expansion Ready, Despite Delayed Contracts

Over 50,000 children have been enrolled into NYC’s Pre-K for All since Thursday. The free Pre-K for All initiative has been a heavily covered and invested topic for Mayor Bill de Blasio’s campaign. While expanding free full-day Pre-K to all […]

by · August 29, 2014 · Domestic News, News
Jeff Klein endorsed by UFCW Union Local 2013 for Reelection

Jeff Klein endorsed by UFCW Union Local 2013 for Reelection

State Senator Jeff Klein has received the endorsement of the United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 2013 for the coming election. Mark Carotenuto, President of UFCW Local 2013, said, “We are proud to announce our support for Senator Jeff […]

by · August 29, 2014 · Local News
78th Assembly District Public Forum RESCHEDULED For September 4th AT DEVIL DOG USA INC.

78th Assembly District Public Forum RESCHEDULED For September 4th AT DEVIL DOG USA INC.

The forum goes on! Despite a setback, The Bronx Chronicle is proud to announce the rescheduled 78th Assembly District Public Forum will occur on September 4th, 2014 at 7:00PM at DEVIL DOG USA INC., which is located at 4555 3rd […]

by · August 29, 2014 · Announcements, Local News
CASH FOR GUNS Program September 20th

CASH FOR GUNS Program September 20th

The NYPD, along with BP Ruben Diaz’s and DA Robert Johnson’s offices are coordinating a “CASH FOR GUNS” program on Saturday September 20th, which in the past has successfully removed firearms from Bronx streets. Anyone who turns in an operable […]

by · August 29, 2014 · Bulletin Board, Local News
49th Precint on the lookout for Birchall Ave. Shooting Suspect

49th Precint on the lookout for Birchall Ave. Shooting Suspect

The 49th Precinct Detective Squad is on the lookout for he suspect of a shooting that happened on August 20th at 5:15PM at Birchall Ave.  The shooting victim appears to be in stable condition, albeit with a leg injury. If […]

by · August 29, 2014 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 29, 2014

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 29, 2014

Photo by Annie Boller

by · August 29, 2014 · Photos
“Voices from East of Bronx Park” Oral History Project In Search Of Volunteers

“Voices from East of Bronx Park” Oral History Project In Search Of Volunteers

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Interview your neighbors, family, and friends… JOIN US! Pelham Parkway-Van Nest, Allerton, and Morris Park Libraries are hosting the following interviewer trainings for our neighborhood oral history project: Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library Trainings: Saturday, October 25th 2:30 – […]

by · August 28, 2014 · Bulletin Board
“Borough President’s Cup” Little League Championship a Home Run for “Bronx Bombers”

“Borough President’s Cup” Little League Championship a Home Run for “Bronx Bombers”

On Tuesday, BP Ruben Diaz Jr., with the NY Yankees and AT&T, hosted the fourth annual “Borough President’s Cup” Little League Championshop, which featured a match between the 2013 champions Grand Slam Little League and challengers the Bronx Bombers, who […]

by · August 28, 2014 · Local News
Van Cortlandt Park to Receive $1.8 Million in Improvements

Van Cortlandt Park to Receive $1.8 Million in Improvements

More than $1.8 million in state and municipal capital grants will be used by the NYC Parks Department to improve Van Cortlandt Park, as announced by State Senator Jeff Klein and Council Member Andy Cohen.  The funding will bring many […]

by · August 28, 2014 · Bulletin Board
Fake Military Lawyer Busted At Bronx Veterans Hospital

Fake Military Lawyer Busted At Bronx Veterans Hospital

A Coast Guard ex-petty officer lied about being a former military lawyer as reported in the New York Post: “His awareness of courtroom decorum was lacking’’ to say the least, a Hempstead court source told The Post. Kenneth Goldstein, 51, of Queens […]

by · August 28, 2014 · Local News
Despite Postponed Forum, 78th Assembly Dem Primary Challenger Tirado Addressed Constituents

Despite Postponed Forum, 78th Assembly Dem Primary Challenger Tirado Addressed Constituents

When life hands you lemons, plow through and make lemonade. That’s exactly what 78th Assembly Candidate, Fernado Tirado, did despite the postponement of a public forum between himself and Assemblyman Jose Rivera. On Tuesday, the 78th Assembly Public Forum was […]

by · August 28, 2014 · News, Politics
Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 28, 2014

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 28, 2014

Photo by Annie Boller

by · August 28, 2014 · Photos
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