REBATE CHECKS HARDLY SOLVE NY’S HIGH TAX ISSUE

REBATE CHECKS HARDLY SOLVE NY’S HIGH TAX ISSUE

REBATE CHECKS HARDLY SOLVE NY’S HIGH TAX ISSUE by Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb  Many homeowners are happy to receive a property tax rebate check in the mail. Every little bit helps, especially during the holiday shopping season. However, the […]

by · December 4, 2016 · Op Ed
Matters of Faith: Making Preparations

Matters of Faith: Making Preparations

‭‭‬‬‬‬‭‭MAKING PREPARATIONS! By Rev. J. Loren Russell, BA, MDiv. Luke 3:4-6 (KJV)‬‬ “As is written in the book of the words of Isaiah the prophet: ‘A voice of one calling in the desert, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make […]

by · December 4, 2016 · Matters of Faith, Religion

Profile America: Automated Parking

The Park-O-Mat garage was completely automated, and held 72 cars in 18 levels of space just 25 by 40 feet.

by · December 4, 2016 · Profile America

Bronx DA: Man Convicted of Murder in 2013 Shooting

by · December 3, 2016 · Bulletin Board, Crime
Is KAT vs. Porzingis the Next Great NBA Rivalry?

Is KAT vs. Porzingis the Next Great NBA Rivalry?

By Steven Simineri   “We have seen two brilliant performances from two 21-year-old stars in the league,” esteemed Knicks’ broadcaster Mike Breen gushed about Kristaps Porzingis and Karl-Anthony Towns as Towns shot free throws during the final minute of New […]

by · December 2, 2016 · Sports
Old Tales and Historic Facts of the Bronx River Walk Tour by Stephen DeVillo & Nilka Martel

Old Tales and Historic Facts of the Bronx River Walk Tour by Stephen DeVillo & Nilka Martel

The Bronx River has inspired a plethora of stories and historic facts that generated numerous publications. One such book titled The Bronx River in History & Folklore, written by noted historian and longtime BCHS member Stephen Devillo, captures the essense […]

by · December 2, 2016 · Bulletin Board, History
Whose Birthday Is It? December 2, 2016

Whose Birthday Is It? December 2, 2016

Otto Dix (1891) A German painter and printmaker, Dix fought in World War I and returned haunted by what he had witnessed. After experimenting with Impressionism and Dada, he arrived at Expressionism and began producing works depicting nightmarish scenes of […]

by · December 2, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Quote of the Day: December 2, 2016

Quote of the Day: December 2, 2016

The fortunes of war more than any other are liable to frequent fluctuations. Miguel de Cervantes (1547-1616)

by · December 2, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Toastmasters Holiday Shindig – December 13th

Toastmasters Holiday Shindig – December 13th

Join Us as we celebrate this Holiday Season at our joint Toastmasters Holiday Shindig with the Bronx Advanced Toastmasters Club on Tuesday – December 13, 2016- 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm at the College of New Rochelle, Co-Op City Campus, […]

by · December 2, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Word of the Day: December 2, 2016

Word of the Day: December 2, 2016

Fulminate Definition: (verb) To issue a thunderous verbal attack or denunciation. Synonyms: Rail Usage: He fulminated against corruption in governmental institutions.

by · December 2, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Gleyber Torres in the Arizona Fall League. Credit: Ryan "Moose" Morris

Yankees Next Derek Jeter?

Is Gleyber Torres the Yankees Next Derek Jeter? By Christopher Saunders The prize catch of the Arodis Chapman trade is nineteen year old shortstop Gleyber Torres, who was named the MVP of the 2016 Arizona Fall League despite being the […]

by · December 2, 2016 · Sports
Jeruys Familia, NY Mets

What to do with Dellin Betances and Jeurys Familia

By Steven Simineri A month ago, Wallace Matthews of NY Sports Day.com reported that the Yankees will be in hot pursuit of free agent closer Aroldis Chapman this winter. The day before, it was reported that Mets closer Jeurys Familia […]

by · December 1, 2016 · Sports
Loss to Sacred Heart: Fordham got Another Pre Conference Test

Loss to Sacred Heart: Fordham got Another Pre Conference Test

By Rich Mancuso/Sports Editor These are the games on the schedule that test a college basketball team before conference play starts up later this month. The Fordham Rams were aware that Sacred Heart would offer that challenge Wednesday night up […]

by · December 1, 2016 · Sports
Bronx Chamber’s November 30th B2B Networking Event, Tonight

Bronx Chamber’s November 30th B2B Networking Event, Tonight

The Bronx Chamber of Commerce hosts an Evening Business Networking Event on Wednesday, November 30th, from 6:00-8:00pm, at Residence Inn by Marriott at the Hutch Metro Center Atrium. Bring business cards. Shake hands. Share ideas. Meet your business peers. Walk away […]

Our Natuve Americans: Trying to protect THEIR homeland since 1492.

Profile America: Our Native Land

Profile America — Wednesday, November 30. As American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month concludes, it’s worth noting that much of the U.S. population lives in states and towns with names derived from those originally given them by America’s first […]

by · November 30, 2016 · Cultures, Profile America