Bronx Chronicle Quote of the Day: February 23, 2016
There is an old-time toast which is golden for its beauty. “When you ascend the hill of prosperity may you not meet a friend.” Mark Twain (1835-1910)
There is an old-time toast which is golden for its beauty. “When you ascend the hill of prosperity may you not meet a friend.” Mark Twain (1835-1910)
smattering Definition: (noun) A small, scattered amount or number. Synonyms: handful Usage: Her skin had a healthy glow, and her nose was dotted with a smattering of freckles.
Pope Paul II (1417) Born in Venice as Pietro Barbo, Pope Paul II was the successor of Pope Pius II, and the nephew of Pope Eugene IV. A Renaissance pope, he patronized printing, beautified and improved Rome, and collected antiquities. […]
The “Rites” of Spring for New York baseball By Rich Mancuso/Sports Editor The seven week countdown has started to opening day in the Bronx when the first pitch is thrown at Yankee Stadium. But the defending NL champion […]
‘Deadpool’ Tops US and Worldwide Box Offices Fox’s ‘Deadpool’ did it again topping the U.S. and global box offices with a $195 million second weekend and in the process almost reaches the half billion plateau at a breakneck pace. Kung Fu […]
Coach’s Corner: “The Keys To Success” — Patience In today’s Coach’s Corner, Coach Lynn lays out his keys to success for fathers eager to become the best dad they possibly can be… for a lifetime! Coach Stevan Lynn is […]
WISE HEALTH CARE CONSUMER MONTH The nation’s first college of pharmacy was founded in Philadelphia on this date in 1821, an appropriate anniversary to note that many healthcare organizations prescribe February as Wise Health Care Consumer Month. The “Rx” […]
Six Vie In 17th Council District Race Today, the special election for the 17th City Council district. Polls will be open for voters to cast their ballots from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Voters can find out where to vote using the […]
Julio Pabon — Bronx Not 4 Sale Julio Pabon — Bronx Not For Sale On Twitter: @JulioPabonBX Campaign website: Julio Pabon For City Council Facebook: Julio Pabon In this nonpartisan special election Mr. Julio Pabon will be running on the independent Bronx Not For […]
FIRST TELEPHONE DIRECTORY In the early days of the telephone, knowing who had one and what the number was quickly became a problem. The first telephone directory in the U.S. was published on this date in 1878 in New […]
LEHMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS presents Celebrating 30 Years of Freestyle Music with 15 Groups! FOREVER FREESTYLE 10 Featuring TKA/K7, Betty of Sweet Sensation, Judy Torres, Cynthia, Johnny O, Rockell, Joe Zangie, Fascination, Pretty Poison, Nayobe, C-Bank, Trilogy, Tonasia, Laissez […]
Dear New Yorkers: The New York State Comptroller’s Office is conducting a survey on noise in New York City neighborhoods and would like you to take the survey. Research has demonstrated that noise can adversely impact public health. For example, […]
I profess not to know how women’s hearts are wooed and won. To me they have always been matters of riddle and admiration. Washington Irving (1783-1859)
preachment Definition: (noun) A tiresome or unwelcome moral lecture or discourse; tedious sermonizing. Synonyms: homily Usage: Don’t torment me with your preachments now, unless you want to kill me outright.
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