COMPTROLLER STRINGER AUDIT TO REVEAL TENS OF THOUSANDS OF BACKLOGGED REPAIRS AT NYCHA – LITTLE PROGRESS, DESPITE ASSURANCES

COMPTROLLER STRINGER AUDIT TO REVEAL TENS OF THOUSANDS OF BACKLOGGED REPAIRS AT NYCHA – LITTLE PROGRESS, DESPITE ASSURANCES

Repairs ‘fixed’ for purposes of record keeping as tenants continue to suffer   55,000 backlogged repairs Average 370 days to fix safety violations Housing authority says problem ‘fixed’ if tenant not home Stringer Announces Four-Part Reform Agenda to Bring Accountability […]

by · July 14, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Housing
Police Athletic League PLAYSTREETS at Van Nest Park

Police Athletic League PLAYSTREETS at Van Nest Park

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: July 14, 2015

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: July 14, 2015

by · July 14, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Photos

NEW YORKERS ALERTED TO SCAM TICKETS TO SEE POPE FRANCIS DURING VISIT TO NEW YORK

GOVERNOR CUOMO WARNS AGAINST SCAM TICKETS TO SEE POPE FRANCIS DURING VISIT TO NEW YORK Governor Andrew M. Cuomo warned New Yorkers of scams surrounding Pope Francis’ scheduled September visit, urging those interested to only get tickets from verified sources. […]

Brodsky: Obama Makes Good On Becoming A Transformational President

Brodsky: Obama Makes Good On Becoming A Transformational President

Obama To End Three More Wars: Vietnam and Cold War Finally Over, Civil War Next by Richard Brodsky Put aside ending the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. They weren’t so much divisive as the American people changed their mind, once the […]

by · July 13, 2015 · Op Ed
Wright: ‘Indeed, I Am a Candidate for Congress’

Wright: ‘Indeed, I Am a Candidate for Congress’

      Last month, using the simple statement, “I am indeed, a candidate for Congress,” Harlem Assemblyman Keith L. T. Wright kicked off his long anticipated bid to succeed the retiring Lion of Harlem, Rep. Charles B. Rangel. The […]

by · July 13, 2015 · Bronx Politics, News, Politics
Red Cross Blood Drive, July 14

Red Cross Blood Drive, July 14

  State Senator Rev. Ruben Diaz, Sr. will be sponsoring a Blood Drive through the American Red Cross on Tuesday, July 14, 2015 from 12 noon until 5PM at his District Office located at 900 Rogers Place. A Red Cross Mobile Unit will […]

by · July 13, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Health Fairs
EF Sports All-Star Basketball Game at the Sotomayor Center, July 15

EF Sports All-Star Basketball Game at the Sotomayor Center, July 15

6th Annual Soundview Park Summer Art & Music Festival

6th Annual Soundview Park Summer Art & Music Festival

On Sunday, July 12, 2015 it was a fun filled community day as hundreds came out for the 6th Annual Friends of Soundview Park’s annual celebration where the community and youth got an entire day to enjoy performances for all ages, fun and educational activities, as […]

BRONX DA: CASES OF INTEREST FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 13, 2015

BRONX DA: CASES OF INTEREST FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 13, 2015

Cases of Interest for the Week of July 13, 2015   Monday, July 13, 2015 ADA Judge Part # Status Defendant Name Case Details Miller, K. Justice Whiten Part B   Appearance ARTHUR MEREDITH Meredith is facing charges of Attempted […]

by · July 13, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Crime
Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: July 13, 2015

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: July 13, 2015

by · July 13, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Photos
SENATOR KLEIN & NEIGHBORHOOD INITIATIVES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION INSTALL NEW & IMPROVED PEEPHOLES FOR BRONX SENIORS

SENATOR KLEIN & NEIGHBORHOOD INITIATIVES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION INSTALL NEW & IMPROVED PEEPHOLES FOR BRONX SENIORS

Installations funded through $180,000 grant secured by Klein   New peepholes provide panoramic views of the outside; Improve access and functionality; Significantly boost safety & security for seniors and individuals with disabilities     BRONX, NY – State Senator Jeff […]

by · July 12, 2015 · Bulletin Board
Just Kids From The Bronx Panel Discussion

Just Kids From The Bronx Panel Discussion

On Thursday, July 9, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. participated in a panel discussion about the new book, Just Kids From The Bronx, authored by Arlene Alda, at the Barnes & Noble bookstore in Bay Plaza. Borough President Diaz, […]

by · July 12, 2015 · Bulletin Board
SENATOR KLEIN DONATES SUMMER BACKPACKS TO BRONX CHILDREN

SENATOR KLEIN DONATES SUMMER BACKPACKS TO BRONX CHILDREN

Klein secured $60,000 state grant to fund summer backpack giveaway for Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club and HELP Bronx homeless shelter   Local kids swing into summer with brand-new backpacks filled with books, jump ropes, sidewalk chalk and more […]

by · July 12, 2015 · Bulletin Board
Volunteers Needed By Albanian American Open Hand Assn

Volunteers Needed By Albanian American Open Hand Assn

  The Albanian American Open Hand Association is seeking volunteers.   Volunteers are invited to join Open Hand Association members on Sunday, July 12 from 1 – 5 PM to pack clothes. The gathering takes place this afternoon at OHA offices […]