Bronx Chronicle Word of the Day: November 16, 2015

Bronx Chronicle Word of the Day: November 16, 2015

tirade Definition: (noun) A long angry or violent speech, usually of a censorious or denunciatory nature; a diatribe. Synonyms: philippic, broadside Usage: Milady had listened to all this menacing tirade with a smile of disdain on her lips, but rage […]

by · November 16, 2015 · Bulletin Board
New York Yankees Thanksgiving Voucher Giveaway 11/19/15

New York Yankees Thanksgiving Voucher Giveaway 11/19/15

by · November 16, 2015 · Bulletin Board
NYCERS Urges Hedge Funds to Help Ease Puerto Rico Debt Crisis

NYCERS Urges Hedge Funds to Help Ease Puerto Rico Debt Crisis

NEW YORK CITY EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM URGES HEDGE FUND AND OPPORTUNISTIC FIXED INCOME MANAGERS TO HELP EASE PUERTO RICAN DEBT CRISIS In a letter sent to hedge fund and opportunistic fixed income managers, Trustees of the New York City Employees […]

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Manhattan Office Space Vacancies Rising; NBA Players Assn Leaving Harlem HQ

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Manhattan office space vacancies increased as new office construction progresses and office tenants are now considering Brooklyn offices desirable. Meanwhile, conversions and demolitions from office use to Condo and Hotel continue unabated.   […]

by · November 16, 2015 · Business, News
Get Involved! Join Your Local Community Board

Get Involved! Join Your Local Community Board

Borough President Diaz Urges Bronx Residents to Apply to Join their Local Community Board Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. is inviting Bronx residents to make a difference in their community by joining their local Community Board. The Office of […]

WYSK: Comptroller Scott Stringer Is Leaving The City Open To A Lawsuit

WYSK: Comptroller Scott Stringer Is Leaving The City Open To A Lawsuit

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW By Senator Rev. Rubén Díaz District 32 Bronx County   NYC Comptroller Scott Stringer, NYC Department of Homeless Services, NYC Police Department, and Acacia Network are Opening Themselves Up for a Lawsuit   You should know […]

Babies of The Bronx – Aynielle Caterina

Babies of The Bronx – Aynielle Caterina

Once again we feature an adorable Bronxite to bring some joy to your day! Today, meet Aynielle Caterina! Name: Aynielle Caterina Maruri-Rivera Parent(s): Camille Age: about 11 months Some of our readers might recognize this beautiful baby as she has […]

by · November 16, 2015 · Babies of The Bronx
Matters of Faith: WHEN YOUR ENEMY IS YOUR FRIEND

Matters of Faith: WHEN YOUR ENEMY IS YOUR FRIEND

WHEN YOUR ENEMY IS YOUR FRIEND By Rev. J. Loren Russell, BA, MDiv.   Psalms‬ ‭55:12-14‬ (‭GNB)‬‬ “If it were an enemy that mocked me, I could endure it; if it were an opponent boasting over me, I could hide […]

Bronx DA: Cases of Interest for the Week of November 16, 2015

Bronx DA: Cases of Interest for the Week of November 16, 2015

Cases of Interest for the Week of November 16, 2015 Monday, November 16th, 2015 ADA Judge Part # Status Defendant Name Case Details Oustatcher, A. Justice Barrett Part 60   Ongoing Trial DARRYL HEMPHILL Hemphill is charged with two counts […]

by · November 15, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Crime
Bronx Chronicle Quote of the Day: November 15, 2015

Bronx Chronicle Quote of the Day: November 15, 2015

Of all lies, art is the least untrue. Gustave Flaubert (1821-1880) http://www.thefreedictionary.com/_/shPg.aspx?t=q16754

by · November 15, 2015 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Chronicle Word of the Day: November 15, 2015

Bronx Chronicle Word of the Day: November 15, 2015

circuitous Definition: (adjective) Being or taking a roundabout, lengthy course. Synonyms: roundabout Usage: He prided himself on his sense of direction, so Jane refrained from mentioning that the route he had chosen was circuitous and unnecessarily long.

by · November 15, 2015 · Bulletin Board
Bronx Pets – Moulan

Bronx Pets – Moulan

Bronxite’s love their pets just as much as they love showing them off! Meet Moulan! Name: Moulan Owner: Helen Favorite Activity: Eating, sleeping, and chewing on her toys. Join us in welcoming the newest addition to the family of Sal […]

by · November 15, 2015 · Bronx Pets
Deadly New Year’s Eve Leads to Charges Nearly 3 Years Later

Deadly New Year’s Eve Leads to Charges Nearly 3 Years Later

(Bronx, NY – November 13, 2015) – ERION MECANI was a hard-working 23-year-old, the Albanian-born young man living in the Belmont section of the Bronx.  He was studying radiology at Long Island University and working as an Occupational Therapy assistant […]

by · November 14, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Crime
BREAKING NEWS: Suicide Bombings and Terrorist Attacks In Paris

BREAKING NEWS: Suicide Bombings and Terrorist Attacks In Paris

60 Dead, 100 Hostages in Paris Attacks At least 35 people were killed Friday in shootings and explosions around Paris, many of them in a popular concert hall where patrons were taken hostage, police and medical officials said. Two explosions, […]

by · November 13, 2015 · Breaking News, News, World News
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NY AG Clashes With DraftKings and FanDuel Over Legality of Online Fantasy Sports Gaming Sites

Fantasy Football Fans Attempted To Sack NY Attorney General Schneiderman Earlier today, 200 supporters of daily fantasy sports sites FanDuel and DraftKings gathered outside New York State Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman’s New York City office at 120 Broadway  to protest […]

by · November 13, 2015 · Consumer Rights, Government, Law, News, Sports