Matters of Faith: Making Old Things New

Matters of Faith: Making Old Things New

WHEN THE OLD BECOMES NEW By Rev. J. Loren Russell, BA, MDiv   Scripture Revelations 21:4 (NKJV) “And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be […]

by · March 13, 2016 · Matters of Faith
Letitia James, NYC Public Advocate

Op-Ed: Campaign For In-School Universal Free Lunch

Our Continued Fight for Free Lunch by Letitia James   There is a such thing as a free lunch and we know that thousands of the most vulnerable children in New York City would greatly benefit from it.   The […]

by · March 13, 2016 · Op Ed
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Op-Ed: Hillary Clinton vs Donald Trump

Political Corruption vs. Crazy Business Smart By Dennis A Conforto  It appears the presidential race is narrowing down to two candidates, Clinton and Trump. Hillary Clinton, in my opinion, is the most politically and morally corrupt candidate to ever run […]

by · March 13, 2016 · Op Ed
Hot Stove Report: New York Yankees Fans Receive An Early Glimpse Of The Future

Hot Stove Report: New York Yankees Fans Receive An Early Glimpse Of The Future

This post was originally published on Outside Pitch MLB Although Spring Training isn’t even a week old, the New York Yankees fans have already received great news. The organization’s top prospects – most notably Aaron Judge, Jorge Mateo and James Kaprielian – have displayed their talent on […]

by · March 13, 2016 · Sports
Despite exit from A-10 Fordham deserved NIT with 17 wins

Despite exit from A-10 Fordham deserved NIT with 17 wins

Despite exit from A-10 Fordham deserved NIT with 17 wins   By Rich Mancuso   They did not exit off the Barclays Center court with their heads down, and there was no reason why the Fordham men’s basketball team should […]

by · March 12, 2016 · Sports
Jonathon Simmons, San Antonio Spurs

Jonathon Simmons’ remarkable journey from nowhere to the San Antonio Spurs

Jonathon Simmons’ remarkable journey from nowhere to the San Antonio Spurs   By Steven Simineri   The San Antonio Spurs are known for finding players from all over the world, but with undrafted rookie swingman Jonathon Simmons, they signed a […]

by · March 12, 2016 · Sports
Quote of the Day: March 12, 2016

Quote of the Day: March 12, 2016

Principles have no real force except when oneis well-fed. Mark Twain (1835-1910)

by · March 12, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Word of the Day: March 12, 2016

Word of the Day: March 12, 2016

helicon Definition: (noun) A tuba that coils over the shoulder of themusician. Synonyms: bombardon Usage: As the marching band strolled by, Karen could seethat the small boy carrying the giant helicon wassweating profusely.

by · March 12, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Whose Birthday Is It? March 12, 2016

Whose Birthday Is It? March 12, 2016

Captain Charles Cunningham Boycott (1832) Boycott was the estate agent for the Earl ofErne, an absentee landowner in County Mayo,Ireland, at a time when the Irish Land Leaguewas pressing for agrarian reform. In 1880,Boycott’s refusal to reduce rents for tenantfarmers, […]

by · March 12, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Vice Chair Crowley Hosts 13th Annual Women’s History Month Celebration with Special Guest Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul

Vice Chair Crowley Hosts 13th Annual Women’s History Month Celebration with Special Guest Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul

Women Leaders from Queens, the Bronx Recognized for their Outstanding Contributions to Local Community (Bronx, NY) – On Monday, March 7th, Rep. Joe Crowley (D-Queens, the Bronx), Vice Chair of the Democratic Caucus, was joined by Guest of Honor New […]

by · March 12, 2016 · Bulletin Board
This Saturday is Family Arts ‘n Crafts Day!

This Saturday is Family Arts ‘n Crafts Day!

by · March 11, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Nat Geo Mundo Explorer Contest for Student World Travel

Nat Geo Mundo Explorer Contest for Student World Travel

Optimum Community and Nat Geo Mundo Kick-Off 2016 Nat Geo Mundo Explorer Contest At Celia Cruz High School Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and Actor John Leguizamo Participate   Bronx, NY, March 7, 2016.   Optimum Community and Nat Geo […]

by · March 11, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Wave Hill Events Mar 11–Mar 17

Wave Hill Events Mar 11–Mar 17

SAT, MARCH 12    FAMILY ART PROJECT: A LIVING WALL WITH GREEN GOLLY! With spring on the way, green is the focus this weekend! Be inspired by classical music, comedy and extraordinary storytheater for children in the Sarah and Geoffery Gund […]

by · March 11, 2016 · Bulletin Board, Parks
Quote of the Day: March 11, 2016

Quote of the Day: March 11, 2016

To believe in a child is to believe in the future. Through their aspirations they will save the world. With their combined knowledge the turbulent seas of hate and injustice will be calmed. They will champion the causes of life’s […]

by · March 11, 2016 · Bulletin Board
Word of the Day: March 11, 2016

Word of the Day: March 11, 2016

philippic Definition: (noun) A verbal denunciation characterized by harsh, often insulting language; a tirade. Synonyms: tirade, broadside Usage: Ferrars looked exceedingly angry, and drawing herself up more stiffly than ever, pronounced in retort a bitter philippic

by · March 11, 2016 · Bulletin Board