Pope: Gypsies Are One Of The Groups Most Vulnerable To New Forms Of Slavery

“New civil, cultural and social approaches, and a new pastoral strategy for the Church” against “modern forms of persecution, oppression and slavery” are necessary to face the situation of gypsies throughout the world, said Pope Francis during this morning’s audience […]

by · June 5, 2014 · World News

Mayor Bill de Blasio Announces Bet with Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti on Rangers-Kings Stanley Cup; Loser to Help Perform Rendition of Rival City’s Song on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Preceding Game 1 of the 2014 Stanley Cup Final, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a bet with Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti.  If the New York Rangers win, Mayor Garcetti will help perform a rendition of Frank Sinatra’s “New York, […]

by · June 5, 2014 · Uncategorized

Mayor de Blasio and Fire Commissioner Cassano Honor Members of FDNY at 145th Medal Day Ceremony

Mayor Bill de Blasio and Fire Commissioner Salvatore J. Cassano today presided over the 145th annual Fire Department (FDNY) Medal Day Ceremony at the 69th Regiment Armory in Manhattan. This annual event honors more than 65 members of FDNY who […]

by · June 5, 2014 · Local News

Yesterday’s Local Sports Scores

American League Yesterday, 7:05 PM Yankee Stadium, Bronx, New York Oakland Athletics (37-22) New York Yankees (29-29 7 – 4 Final 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R H E Athletics 0 0 0 1 1 2 […]

by · June 5, 2014 · Local News

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: June 5, 2014

Photo by Annie Boller

by · June 5, 2014 · Photos

Programs at the Parkchester Branch Library

by · June 4, 2014 · Bulletin Board

The Calm Before The Storm: J.Lo Concert Stage Erected

Photos via Facebook (Rebecca Borrero)

by · June 4, 2014 · Photos, Uncategorized

Archbishop To Fordham Conference: New Media Needs New Evangelization

Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò calls for new teaching approach in a time of “instant communication.”  Photo by Dana Maxson/Fordham University Something unique happened at this year’s Annual Catholic School Executive Leadership Dinner held last week. Participants incorporated a tweet into […]

by · June 4, 2014 · Local News

This Week’s BronxTalk With Gary Axelbank

  Click here to watch this week’s BronxTalk with Gary Axelbank episode.  

by · June 4, 2014 · Uncategorized

Governor Cuomo Announces Wager With California Governor Jerry Brown On Rangers-Kings Stanley Cup

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced an interstate wager with California Governor Jerry Brown on the matchup between the New York Rangers and the Los Angeles Kings in the 2014 Stanley Cup Final, which begins Wednesday, June 4. If the […]

by · June 4, 2014 · Sports

Youth Art Unveiling In Building Lobby

Here’s a video of a group of students from P.S. 95 who unveiled their artwork during a ceremony in the lobby of a nearby building at 1504 Sheridan Avenue. Chestnut Holdings, an owner and manager of residential buildings throughout the […]

by · June 4, 2014 · Local News

With Public School Pre-K Placement Announcements Thursday, Mayor de Blasio Lays Out Options Available to Every Family

This Thursday, parents who have applied to public school pre-K programs will hear back from the Department of Education regarding placements. In preparation, yesterday, the City launched an online application process to help parents find and apply for high-quality CBECC […]

by · June 4, 2014 · Local News

Mayor de Blasio And Chancellor Fariña Applaud Ratification Of Historic United Federation of Teachers Contract

Mayor Bill de Blasio and Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña applaudedTuesday’s full ratification of a United Federation of Teachers contract, which will usher in reforms that transform New York City schools and support the teaching profession—and do so within the City’s […]

by · June 4, 2014 · Local News

Senator Diaz Sr. Weighs In On The Working Family Party Endorsement Of Govenor Cuomo

Senator Ruben Diaz Sr. released this “You Should Know” press release yesterday regarding Governor Andrew Cuomo’s support from the Working Families Party, that has chosen to endorse the Governor but snub his good friend and our local neighbor Senator Jeff […]

by · June 4, 2014 · Local News

Community Board 11 Adds One New Member

Michael Rivadeneyra will become Community Board 11’s newest member and only member under 45, as the only new appointment in this year’s annual application process.  The thirty-something Morris Park resident and new father currently serves as Director of Government Relations […]

by · June 4, 2014 · Local News