Thursday, September 29 — International Coffee Day is just two days away, but for all of coffee’s historic popularity, some otherwise appreciative consumers respond poorly to its caffeine jolt. The solution dates to early in the 20th Century, when Ludwig Roselius, […]
A Heart Even Bigger Than The Diamond By Christopher Saunders Early Sunday morning on September 25th, Fernandez and two friends passed away in a boating accident near Miami Beach. When Jose Fernandez, age 24, pitched anything was possible. He was […]
By Rich Mancuso/Sports Editor For another game the New York Yankees remain in the hunt for a wildcard spot in the American League. Tuesday night in the Bronx, and with the inevitable of elimination at their hands, the Yankees lived […]
Retired members of the NYPD joined family members of longtime patrolman Daniel Busch, for a bench dedication on Saturday, September 17. A longtime resident of the Amalgamated Houses, the plaque was placed on a park bench near the carousel at […]
A THOUSAND NEW YORKERS PLAN PROTEST TO SAY NO TO CITY’S JEROME AVENUE REZONING PLAN UNLESS CITY COMMITS TO COMMUNITY’S DEMANDS ADVOCATES BELIEVE CITY HEARING MARKS OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS COMMUNITY CONCERNS AND PUSH FOR LABOR STANDARDS, DEEPER AFFORDABILITY AND ANTI-DISPLACEMENT […]
Plainsong Definition: (noun) the ancient traditional unisonal of the Christian Church, having its form set and its use prescribed by ecclesiastical tradition. Synonyms: Gregorian chant, plainchant Usage: He appears familiar with the plainsong, and has based a symphony and portions […]
BRONX, NY – State Senator Jeff Klein (D-Bronx/Westchester) and Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj (D-Bronx) held the Stand Up to Violence Second Anniversary Peace March and Rally on Thursday. Members of the community gathered to celebrate the success of the SUV program […]
Dozens of community members as well as current and retired police officers joined the family of Lieutenant Thomas Clesse for the annual 5K run & walk organized in his honor. Joined by 49th Precinct Commanding Officer Captain Keith Walton, participants […]
By Frank V. Vernuccio, Jr., Esq. Tehran’s progress in missile technology points to the regime growing from a regional power to a major international threat. Iran’s missile technology advances, despite international sanctions. Portions of Iran’s missile technology may soon rank among the […]
Wednesday, September 28 — Los Angeles was founded by the royal Spanish governor of California 235 years ago this month. The town had grown to some 650 residents when the Mexican Revolution overthrew Spanish colonial rule in 1821. California was among […]
Fordham vs Penn, 31-17 By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor After a bye week the Fordham University football Rams returned to Rose Hill Saturday and took care of business on Homecoming Day before a large crowd with a 31-17 win over […]
LEHMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS ANNOUNCES SPECTACULAR 36TH ANNIVERSARY 2016-17 SEASON Featuring Latin and Popular Music Concerts EDDIE PALMIERI, LA INDIA, WILLIE COLON, TITO ROJAS, THE HABANA BOYS, JOSE ALBERTO “EL CANARIO” & SEPTETO SANTIAGUERO, EL DEBARGE, TANK & […]
Tuesday, September 27 — On this date in 1772, America’s first medical licensing law was enacted by the colony of New Jersey. A licensing board was set up with three members, and the practice of medicine was forbidden without the approval […]
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