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Harry Reid Endorses Chuck Schumer to Replace Him

Last Friday, Senator Harry Reid announced that he will not be seeking reelection in 2016 and has endorsed New York Senator Chuck Schumer to succeed him after he retires. Serving as a Senator from Nevada since 1987, Reid has previously […]

by · April 1, 2015 · Op Ed, Politics

SWING INTO SPRING | 2015 Spring Season

LEHMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTS ITS 2015 SPRING SEASON Lehman Center for the Performing Arts will warm your heart and get you into the Swing of Spring as it continues its amazing season with these HOT new shows added to its 2015 roster.  […]

by · April 1, 2015 · Bulletin Board
Williamsbridge Oval Park 2015 Easter Eggstravaganza

Williamsbridge Oval Park 2015 Easter Eggstravaganza

by · April 1, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Holidays
Ms. Nathalia Fernandez. Credit: Miriam Quin

Assemblyman Gjonaj Hosts Women of Distinction Breakfast

Women of Distinction Honored in the 80th Assembly District by Koi Germany   A number of female community leaders were honored this past Saturday at a breakfast ceremony at F&J Pine Restaurant in the Bronxdale section of the Bronx. Hosted […]

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: April 1, 2015

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: April 1, 2015

by · April 1, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Photos
April Events at the New York Botanical Garden: Bronx Green-Up and the NYC Compost Project

April Events at the New York Botanical Garden: Bronx Green-Up and the NYC Compost Project

Dear Friends, Spring is here, which means it’s time to start planting or transplanting the first crops of the season outside and turn those compost piles. Bronx Green-Up kicked off the growing season with our annual seed giveaway and special […]

by · March 31, 2015 · Bulletin Board
The Bronx Community Mourns the Passing of Joseph Oddo

The Bronx Community Mourns the Passing of Joseph Oddo

Many of us knew Joseph Oddo through his community work and his participation in various community groups. Mr. Oddo was part of the Pelham Bay Taxpayer Association, Pelham Grand Community Board, and on the board for Saint Theresa’s Church. He […]

DC37, City Reach Living Wage Agreement

District Council 37 leaders and city officials have agreed to a living wage for thousands of public service workers previously earning $10 per hour or less. Union and city officials recently signed a memorandum of understanding that boosts wages to $11.50 […]

by · March 31, 2015 · Government, Labor

Bronx Chronicle Mourns Passing of Fmr Managing Editor Joseph Oddo

It is with great sadness that The Bronx Chronicle staff announce the passing of our former managing editor, Joseph Oddo. Joseph Oddo was a good friend of our owner and publisher, Sal Conforto. “I am truly saddened by the death […]

BronxTalk: Arlene Alda Talks ‘Just Kids From The Bronx’

Did you see last night’s BronxTalk with Arlene Alda (wife of M*A*S*H star, Alan Alda) author of the highly-acclaimed ‘Just Kids from the Bronx’? Ms. Alda spoke with host Gary Axelbank about writing her book, conducting interviews with some of […]

Understanding Money: Time for a Brand New Hustle

Understanding Money: Time for a Brand New Hustle

Time for a Brand New Hustle By John Burnett   Today, positive news about the financial health of the American economy abound. Newspaper and digital media headlines regularly report on the stock market reaching all-time highs, a stronger dollar and […]

Financial Focus: The Apple iWatch

Financial Focus: The Apple iWatch

$5 for a $1 hamburger As a financial advisor, product vendors will sometimes reach out and invite me to their “product announcement” conferences. Considering it was “Apple” and the “iWatch,” I decided I had to go. But after the iWatch preview, […]

by · March 31, 2015 · Op Ed, Technology
Order Sons of Italy in America presents 15th Annual Dinner Dance Fundraiser

Order Sons of Italy in America presents 15th Annual Dinner Dance Fundraiser

by · March 31, 2015 · Bulletin Board

German Pilot Treated For ‘Suicidal Tendencies’

German officials confirmed Monday that Germanwings co-pilot Andreas Lubitz received lengthy psychotherapy before receiving his pilot’s license. Prosecutors in Duesseldorf, where Lubitz had an apartment, said the psychotherapy occurred over an extended period before he received his pilot’s license, and […]

by · March 31, 2015 · World News
Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: March 31, 2015

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: March 31, 2015

by · March 31, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Photos