Democrats Split On Benghazi Investigation

With GOP Congressmen pushing a new invstigation of the Benghazi attack in 2012, Democrats are split in their support: As reported by the AP, “Democratic members of the US House of Representatives are weighing whether to participate in a new […]

by · May 9, 2014 · Uncategorized
Castle Hill And Middletown 6 Train Stations Reopen

Castle Hill And Middletown 6 Train Stations Reopen

Closed for seven months, the Castle Hill and Middletown Road Stations are now opened.  A full structural steel replacement was constructed at the Castle Hill Avenue station.  Middletown Road received new platform lighting and public address speakers. The first two […]

by · May 9, 2014 · Local News
Bronx Week Centenarian Celebration

Bronx Week Centenarian Celebration

On Wednesday, May 7, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted the borough’s annual centenarian celebration to pay tribute to Bronxites who are or will turn 100 years old in 2014. This Bronx Week event salutes seniors from throughout the […]

by · May 9, 2014 · Uncategorized

Pope Francis Addresses UN Officials Today, Calls For Redistribution Of Wealth

“Mr Secretary General,Ladies and Gentlemen, I am pleased to welcome you, Mr Secretary-General and the leading executive officers of the Agencies, Funds and Programmes of the United Nations and specialized Organizations, as you gather in Rome for the biannual meeting […]

by · May 9, 2014 · Uncategorized

Safe Disposal Event At Orchard Beach Saturday

Saturday, May 10 10 AM -4 PM   NYC residents should bring products such as pesticides, strong cleaners, mercury-containing devices, paints, oils, electronics, and medications to this year’s SAFE Disposal Events. Only NYC residential waste will be accepted.

by · May 9, 2014 · Uncategorized

Help Save The COVE Arts Program In Norwood

“The Knox Gates Neighborhood Association is asking the owners and management of Renewal Realty to keep The COVE in it’s current space!  Help us obtain 2,000 signatures!

by · May 9, 2014 · Uncategorized

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: May 9, 2014

Photo by Sal Conforto

by · May 9, 2014 · Photos
District Manager of Community Board 11 Jeremy Warneke addresses VNNA

District Manager of Community Board 11 Jeremy Warneke addresses VNNA

Jeremy Warneke, District Manager of Community Board 11, spoke last night at the Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance’s monthly community meeting. Warneke focused on the importance of community members using 311 to address problems within the neighborhood. Many members brought up […]

by · May 8, 2014 · Local News, News
Green Worker Cooperatives

Green Worker Cooperatives

Ever had a business idea and just didn’t know what to do with it? Tired of working for others and what to start our own business? Well, here is your opportunity to find out how you can go about living […]

by · May 8, 2014 · Uncategorized

“The Quality of Justice” To Host “After-Arrest & Beyond in The Bronx” Friday At Hostos

A Public Conversation on the after-arrest ecosystem in the Bronx and emerging non-profit interventions as they impact the quality of justice in the borough and the experiences of young adults in our City. Friday, May 9th, 2014 11:30 AM – […]

by · May 8, 2014 · Uncategorized

Have You Seen This Person?

The New York City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance locating the following missing person last seen on May 4, 2014 at 11:45 a.m. inside of 100 West Kingsbridge Road in the confines of the 52 Pct.

by · May 8, 2014 · Uncategorized
Bronx Week Business Day Breakfast Tuesday in Hunts Point

Bronx Week Business Day Breakfast Tuesday in Hunts Point

As part of this year’s Bronx Week celebrations, Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation will co-host a Business Day Breakfast on Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. at the Anheuser-Busch Distribution Center, 550 Food Center Drive, in Hunts Point. 

by · May 8, 2014 · Local News
Mayor Announces Requests for Proposals to Assess Flood Insurance Affordability and Develop Flood Risk Consumer Education Campaign

Mayor Announces Requests for Proposals to Assess Flood Insurance Affordability and Develop Flood Risk Consumer Education Campaign

Following vulnerability exposed by Hurricane Sandy, and in the aftermath of last week’s flooding, the de Blasio administration announced that it is launching two key studies, as well as a consumer education campaign, to better understand and communicate the impact […]

by · May 8, 2014 · Local News

Governor Cuomo Announces $16 Million in AmeriCorps Grants

Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced that New York State received approximately $10 million in competitive AmeriCorps funding from the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), which will support more than 1,500 AmeriCorps members statewide serving in 15 organizations to combat […]

by · May 8, 2014 · Local News

Yesterday’s Local Sports Scores

American League Yesterday, 10:05 PM Angel Stadium of Anaheim, Anaheim, California New York Yankees (18-15) Los Angeles Angels (16-17) 9 – 2 Final 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R H E Yankees 5 1 0 0 […]

by · May 8, 2014 · Uncategorized