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THIRD GRADE STUDENTS FROM INWOOD TO RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERFORMANCE BY MUSICIANS AND PERFORMERS OF THE NEW YORK CITY BALLET
Students from Zeta Charter Schools, Where Many Take Dance and Music Lessons from Kindergarten, Will Host Musicians and Performers of the New York City Ballet for an Exclusive Performance of New Work, ...
William Garnett Jr.
HONOREE PROFILE
May 21, 2019
ISSUE:
2019 VETERANS' HALL OF FAME
William Garnett Jr.
US Army | Private First Class
Private First Class, William W. “Sackie” Garnett Jr. was born in Elmont on November 28, 1942 and has remained a lifelong resident, returning to Elmont after his service in the Vietnam War.
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Ion Victor Antonescu (1882)
Antonescu was dictator of Romania during World War II when his country was part of the Axis. He had a close relationship with Adolf Hi**er, who lauded the Romanian's "breadth of vision." Antonescu ordered the 1941 Odessa Massacre that claimed the lives of at least 25,000 Jews, though some estimates suggest an even higher death toll. In 1944, Antonescu was overthrown in a coup and later convicted of war crimes and executed. In his final letter to his wife, what did Antonescu encourage her to do? More...
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While solitude with dreams is glorious, solitude without them has few charms.
Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874-1942)
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remonstrance
Definition:
(noun) An expression of protest, complaint, or reproof, especially a formal statement of grievances.
Synonyms:
expostulation, objection
Usage:
M'Lellan turned a deaf ear to every remonstrance, and kept on his willful way. Discuss.
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Construction Continues Without A City Mandated Community Monitoring Committee on Pelham Parkway
By Robert Press
The so-called Community Board 11 Pelham Parkway Task Force which was to oversee the Capitol Project of the Water/sewer improvement to install a much larger water and sewer line along the entire length of Pelham Parkway for ...
Construction Continues Without A City Mandated Community Monitoring Committee on Pelham Parkway By Robert Press The so-called Community Board 11 Pelham Parkway Task Force which was to oversee the…
1 Bronx Pride 2021
By Robert Press
It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon for those who came to show off their Bronx Pride on Alexander Avenue. While this year's event was not as large as the 2019 Bronx Pride Event, it certainly was much larger than the 2020 Bronx Pride event that ...
1 Bronx Pride 2021 By Robert Press It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon for those who came to show off their Bronx Pride on Alexander Avenue. While this year's event was not as large as the 2019…
Rally to Update the Community on Proposed Drug Clinic at 2500 Williamsbridge Road
By Robert Press
This flyer was distributed in the community around 2500 Williamsbridge Road to update the community on the over year long empty building owned by Carnegie Hill Institute that had been the proposed site of a drug ...
Rally to Update the Community on Proposed Drug Clinic at 2500 Williamsbridge Road By Robert Press This flyer was distributed in the community around 2500 Williamsbridge Road to update the community on…
To The Editor:
We have a County Legislator here in Rochester who has been accused of committing sexual harassment by thirteen women. His lame excuse in one of the cases is that he intended to send an obscene photo to his wife and not to the victim. This reminds me of ...
To The Editor: We have a County Legislator here in Rochester who has been accused of committing sexual harassment by thirteen women. His lame excuse in one of the cases is that he intended to send an…
BRONX PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL LEADERS URGE RESIDENTS TO VOTE EARLY
As Early Voting Begins in First Citywide Ranked Choice Contest, the Importance of Voting Early Has Never Been Greater
**School Leaders Available for Interviews**
(BRONX, NY) – With the start of early voting this weekend, New Yorkers throughout the five boroughs will be ...
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. Annual LGBT Pride Celebration
By Robert Press
There was no LGBT Pride Celebration in 2020, and in 2021 the celebration was held outdoors of the Riverdale Y in Riverdale. The crowd was smaller than in the past when the event was held at Billy's Sports Bar ...
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. Annual LGBT Pride Celebration By Robert Press There was no LGBT Pride Celebration in 2020, and in 2021 the celebration was held outdoors of the Riverdale Y in…
WEDNESDAY: THE HUDSON COMPANIES, BRP COMPANIES AND ELH-TKC CO-HOST RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY FOR LA CENTRAL A & B
New 100 percent affordable development will bring nearly 500 new units to the Melrose section of The Bronx
Project also features a state-of-the-art YMCA, BronxNet studio space and dynamic new retail options
NEW YORK (June ...
WEDNESDAY: THE HUDSON COMPANIES, BRP COMPANIES AND ELH-TKC CO-HOST RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY FOR LA CENTRAL A & B New 100 percent affordable development will bring nearly 500 new units to the Melrose…
Cases of Interest for the Week of June 14, 2021
*Appearances/Proceedings Will Be Virtual*
Monday, June 14, 2021
NO
CASES OF INTEREST
Check website for updates.
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
ADA
Judge
Part #
Status
Defendant Name
Case Details
Miras, J.
Marcus
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Hearing and Trial
Glenn Broadnax
Charged with second-degree Murder in a strangulation that occurred in the Bronx in 1997. Cold case was solved in 2018 after ...
Cases of Interest for the Week of June 14, 2021 *Appearances/Proceedings Will Be Virtual* Monday, June 14, 2021 NO CASES OF INTEREST Check website for updates. Tuesday, June 15, 2021 ADA Judge Part #
Ernesto "Che" Guevara (1928)
Guevara was a Latin American revolutionary who developed guerrilla warfare as a tool for revolution. Born in Argentina, Guevara traveled widely as a medical student and became convinced that only violent revolt would end the poverty he witnessed. He joined the Cuban Revolution and became one of Fidel Castro's most trusted aides before leaving to foster revolutions elsewhere. He was killed in 1967 while directing a guerrilla movement in Bolivia. What is the meaning of Guevara's nickname, "Che"? More...
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Ernesto "Che" Guevara (1928) Guevara was a Latin American revolutionary who developed guerrilla warfare as a tool for revolution. Born in Argentina, Guevara traveled widely as a medical student and…
There is nothing more deceptive than an obvious fact.
Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930)
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There is nothing more deceptive than an obvious fact. Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930)…
abscond
Definition:
(verb) To leave quickly and secretly and hide oneself, often to avoid arrest or prosecution.
Synonyms:
go off, run off, decamp, bolt
Usage:
Just as the case was about to go to trial, the lawyer panicked and absconded with his client's money. Discuss.
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abscond Definition: (verb) To leave quickly and secretly and hide oneself, often to avoid arrest or prosecution. Synonyms: go off, run off, decamp, bolt Usage: Just as the case was about to go to…
By Reverend J. Loren Russell
Ephesians 4:29 NKJV
“Let no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth, but what is good for necessary edification, that it may impart grace to the hearers.”
I read somewhere that "a well-read Bible is a sign of a well-fed soul." I believe that! You should be ...
By Reverend J. Loren Russell Ephesians 4:29 NKJV “Let no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth, but what is good for necessary edification, that it may impart grace to the hearers.
Biden's Defense Cuts
The Biden Administration has submitted its defense budget for the coming fiscal year. It provides a 1.6% increase. Since the current rate of inflation is 4.2%, it is, in real terms, a decrease of 2.6%. It totals $715 billion out of a $6 trillion total spending.
Contrary to popular belief, ...
Biden's Defense Cuts The Biden Administration has submitted its defense budget for the coming fiscal year. It provides a 1.6% increase. Since the current rate of inflation is 4.2%, it is…
Two Mayoral Candidates Make Campaign Stops the Bronx
By Robert Press
Tuesday afternoon Mayoral candidate Maya Wiley stopped by Montefiore Hospital to rally with the New York State Nurses Union to get a better program for the 200,000 non insured New Yorkers.
Candidate Wiley wants all New Yorkers to have health care, and ...
Two Mayoral Candidates Make Campaign Stops the Bronx By Robert Press Tuesday afternoon Mayoral candidate Maya Wiley stopped by Montefiore Hospital to rally with the New York State Nurses Union to get…
100 PERCENT - Primary Day 2021 Predictions
By Robert Press
Saturday June 12th begins Early Voting for Primary Day 2021, which will run nine days and end on Sunday June 20th. Primary Day where more than eighty-five percent of the voting occurs is Tuesday June 22nd. This year Rank Choice Voting will ...
100 PERCENT – Primary Day 2021 Predictions By Robert Press Saturday June 12th begins Early Voting for Primary Day 2021, which will run nine days and end on Sunday June 20th. Primary Day where more…
NY State Comptroller Di Napoli - Recent Trends and Impacts of COVID-19 on the Bronx
By Robert Press
While the press conference was at the Bronx Brewery in the Northeast Bronx Comptroller DiNapoli and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. had lunch at a nearby diner.
Comptroller Dinapoli holds up his report Recent Trends ...
NY State Comptroller Di Napoli – Recent Trends and Impacts of COVID-19 on the Bronx By Robert Press While the press conference was at the Bronx Brewery in the Northeast Bronx Comptroller DiNapoli and…
New York's COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program to Begin Accepting Applications
Grants Available for Eligible Small Businesses and For-Profit Independent Arts and Cultural Organizations
Speaker Carl Heastie, Small Business Committee Chair Al Stirpe and Economic Development Committee Chair Harry Bronson announced today that New York will begin accepting grant applications ...
New York's COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program to Begin Accepting Applications Grants Available for Eligible Small Businesses and For-Profit Independent Arts and Cultural…
COURT GRANTS MOTION BY BRONX DA DARCEL CLARK TO DISMISS
OVER 6,000 MISDEMEANOR MA*****NA CASES
Includes Pending Cases and Bench Warrants
Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark announced that the Supervising Judge of Bronx Criminal Court, George A. Grasso, granted her Office’s motion to dismiss more than 6,000 cases that involved the charge of misdemeanor ma*****na possession or sale, during a proceeding today in the Bronx Hall of Justice.
District Attorney ...
COURT GRANTS MOTION BY BRONX DA DARCEL CLARK TO DISMISS OVER 6,000 MISDEMEANOR MA*****NA CASES Includes Pending Cases and Bench Warrants Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark announced that the…
Gene Wilder (1933)
Wilder was just 8 years old when his ailing mother's doctor urged him to try making her laugh. The boy took those words to heart and developed a passion for performing that eventually led him to Hollywood. He is best known for his roles in comedy classics like W***y Wonka & the Chocolate Factory and Young Frankenstein. He cowrote the latter film with producer and director Mel Brooks, and their screenplay was nominated for an Academy Award. Which film sequel's script beat them out? More...
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Gene Wilder (1933) Wilder was just 8 years old when his ailing mother's doctor urged him to try making her laugh. The boy took those words to heart and developed a passion for performing that…
It were not best that we should all think alike; it is difference of opinion that makes horse races.
Mark Twain (1835-1910)
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It were not best that we should all think alike; it is difference of opinion that makes horse races. Mark Twain (1835-1910)…
copious
Definition:
(adjective) Yielding or containing plenty; affording ample supply.
Synonyms:
plenteous, ample, rich
Usage:
I brought copious provisions for our camping trip, so even if we don't catch any fish, we'll have plenty to eat. Discuss.
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copious Definition: (adjective) Yielding or containing plenty; affording ample supply. Synonyms: plenteous, ample, rich Usage: I brought copious provisions for our camping trip, so even if we don'
Legislative Updates, New Grants, Events and Much More
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The Friday Extra
In this week's Friday Extra, Bronx Chamber President Lisa Sorin highlights our new member breakfasts (our first in-person events of 2021, and certainly not the last!) and an update on our June ...
Legislative Updates, New Grants, Events and Much More Please click View/Allow Images so you don't miss a thing! The Friday Extra In this week's Friday Extra, Bronx Chamber President Lisa Sorin…
Former Bronx Borough President Adolfo Carrión Endorses Fernando Cabrera, For Bronx Borough President Citing His Vision for Affordable Housing, Public Safety & Economic Recovery
On Friday June 5 Adolfo Carrión, former Bronx Borough President will announce his endorsement of Council Member Fernando Cabrera to be the next Bronx Borough President at ...
Former Bronx Borough President Adolfo Carrión Endorses Fernando Cabrera, For Bronx Borough President Citing His Vision for Affordable Housing, Public Safety & Economic Recovery On Friday June 5 Adolfo…
Graffiti clean up by City Council Candidate William Rivera in the 18th Council District
By Robert Press
Sunday was a graffiti clean up afternoon for City Council candidate William Rivera and his anti Graffiti crew as they stood in front of what was to be painted over. A couple of gallons of ...
Graffiti clean up by City Council Candidate William Rivera in the 18th Council District By Robert Press Sunday was a graffiti clean up afternoon for City Council candidate William Rivera and his anti…
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Breaking News: Tuesday morning protest outside of Bronx Housing Court as tenant activists demonstrate against MCI rent surcharges ("MCI basta ya"). Organizers of the demonstration were unknown at the time of the video recording.
Merry Christmas to our readers and Facebook followers from our publisher, Sal Conforto, our editors and staff. We look forward to sharing the news and features in the New Year. All the best to you.
#NYCVotes #NYCPrimary Today is Primary Day in The Bronx and across the city and state. Our managing editor, Michael Benjamin, and the rest of The Bronx Chronicle staff urge you to vote today. Voters experiencing problems at their polling site should contact the state Attorney General's office by calling 800-771-7755 or emailing [email protected] between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. Tuesday.
It’s important for everyone, especially our young children, to learn how to be safe in and around water, including the bathtub. Our fitness correspondent @SusieQFitLife does a video report on the wonderful Aquababies swimming program at the New Settlement Community Center in the Bronx. Children, as young as 6 months old, are learning how to swim in the Aquatics program at New Settlement. SusieQ provides the 411 on the aquatics and water safety. Look for her report on Monday. For sneak peek, click on the link below:)
Reform Party Hosts 1st Mayoral Candidates Forum of 2017 -- March 28 [Video]
NY Governor Cuomo introduced Senator Bernie Sanders at this morning's breakfast for the New York delegation. Sanders brought a message of unity. Sanders praised Governor Cuomo's progressivism and support for $15 minimum wage. He used his time to expound on why Republican nominee Donald Trump is the wrong choice for America.
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie addresses the NY Delegation at the NY State Democratic Committee. Spkr Heastie calls for unity among all Democrats.
Earlier today, New York City Councilman Rafael Salamanca Jr delivered remarks at the Parkash Tenant Coalition news conference and rally at the Bronx Housing Court on the Grand Concourse. Public Advocate Letitia James spoke also.
Felix Verdejo and Chris Diaz appeared at the South Bronx National Puerto Rican Day Parade pre-parade street fair on East 152nd Street on Saturday afternoon. The pair fight in June 11 on the National Puerto Rican Day Parade on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, NYC.
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon delivered the Lehman Lecture today. He spoke in support of women's equality, climate change science, sheltering refugees, fighting H1N1, Ebola and Zika, and the possibility of a female successor.
Bronx businessman and community activist Julio Pabon announced that he is running in the February 2016 (tentative) Bronx Special Election for the 17th Council district. The incumbent Councilwoman Maria del Carmen Arroyo announced earlier this month that she’s resigning her South Bronx seat effective December 31. Pabón, a Democrat who ran against CM Arroyo in 2013, says that he is a different kind of candidate. "Historically the voices of the community have been shut out many times by its own political leaders." Pabón pledged to empower his community by engaging in participatory budgeting and involving local residents and stakeholders in any and all development plans. He says he will focus on the needs of small businesses, as well as seek to redress the effects of gentrification by maintaining affordable housing, and obtain criminal justice reform, economic and environmental justice. In New York City, special elections are held to temporarily fill vacancies in city offices resulting from an elected official’s resignation, removal, death, or permanent incapacitation. Under the City Charter, the special election must be called by Mayor de Blasio for the firat Tuesday at least 45 days after the office has been vacated. Typically, And that special election must be nonpartisan, ie, candidates may not run under the banner of a major political party such as the Democratic or Republican parties. Candidates will have twelve (12) days of the Mayor's proclamation to submit ballot petitions to the New York City Board of Elections. Mr. Pabón has indicated that he plans to run under the banner, "The Bronx Is Not 4 Sale." The name is a nod towards and recognition of local concerns regarding gentrification and its displacement of poor and working class people from South Bronx neighborhoods.
This morning, LIVE on OPEN BronxNet Televsion, Ramon Jimenez, Esq. & our op-ed contributor Juan Carlos Polanco debated the #OscarLopezRivera clemency movement. The debate was interesting but I'm not sure if Mr. Jimenez clearly made the case for clemency other than stating that OLR was a freedom fighter, not a terrorist as Mr. Polanco asserts. I have included a 30 second teaser segment from the debate this morning. I will post the link to OPEN later todayhis afternoon. When I posted JC's provocative op-ed taking on the movement to free Oscar Lopez Rivera, I had an idea that it would spark fiery debate. I'm pleased that Daren Jaime, host of OPEN, offered a venue for Ramon and JC to debate the issue beyond the confines of Facebook posts.
NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo followed up on today's op-ed in the NY Times supporting a $15/hr minimum wage for fast food workers by attending an SEIU 32BJ & HTC union supported #RaiseTheWage rally in Union Square, Manhattan. Bronx Congressman José E. Serrano also attended the rally. Labor sources confirmed that the rally wasn't planned until late Monday after the Assembly passed legislation raising the state minimum wage (and the arrest of Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos on federal corruption charges).
