I AM A NEW YORKER

I am a New Yorker
I do not live in the five boroughs or on the Island or Upstate
I may live hundreds or thousands of miles away
Or I may live just over the GW Bridge
But I am a New Yorker nonetheless

I am a New Yorker
Whatever took me out of New York:
Business, family or hating the cold
did not take New York out of me.
My accent may have faded and my pace may have slowed
But I am a New Yorker

I am a New Yorker
I was raised on Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and Rockefeller
Plaza,
The Yankees or the Mets
Orchard, Jones or Rye Beach or other beaches on the sound

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BLADE RUNNER MAY WALK

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A South African judge rules that Oscar Pistorius is guilty of culpable homicide, after freeing him from the more serious charge of premeditated murder.

Pistorius is the infamous double-amputee some rooted for in the London 2012 Olympics, who shot and killed his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp through a bathroom door.

The prosecution said he killed her on purpose, while the defense said it was a mistake because Oscar thought she was an intruder.’

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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As we approach another Summer's end, it is time once again to consider a new harvest and take note of all our blessings. Please keep in mind that every well-intentioned group’s solution to any issue must be considered with a precise balance. The absence of a critical attitude always has consequences. Any and all decisions require serious consideration.

The following are some suggestions for a balanced behavior:

LESS ALCOHOL, MORE TEA

LESS MEAT, MORE VEGETABLES

LESS SALT, MORE VINEGAR

LESS SUGAR, MORE FRUITS

LESS EATING, MORE CHEWING

LESS WORDS, MORE ACTIONS

City Island Senior Center At War?

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There are problems at the City Island Senior Center, which operates Monday - Friday from 9 am - 3 pm at Grace Episcopal Church.

I don't know if it was the tension of 9/11, the choppy waters surrounding City Island, or perhaps that super-moon, which tends to bring out plenty of wacky actions, but as City Island Images drove past the City Island Senior Center, there was loud yelling and we dare say some members blood pressures were probably trending on the high end.

NY/NJ TERRORISM TASK FORCE

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Thirteen years later, the war on terrorism is being expanded and the states of New York and New Jersey will bring together top officials from local, state and federal law enforcement and public safety offices to enhance security preparedness and coordination.

9/11 * NEVER FORGET * 9/11

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The world marks another anniversary of the infamous and criminal attacks on 9/11. This day is a time to remember lost and loved friends, colleagues and family members.

This Naval Academy Tribute To 9/11 Will Bring Tears To Your Eyes. | The Veterans Site Blog http://po.st/qg0Ann via @po_st

To say that 9-11-01 changed the lives of nearly every American who experienced it whether you were here in NYC and lived it, or watched this terrorist act on TV is certainly a huge understatement.

NFL FUMBLES

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National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell may have not only dropped the ball, but there may also be a red flag in the case of running back Ray Rice, who was seen in a video punching his then girlfriend.

His unacceptable defensive move has been that he had not seen the offensive video clips, which TMZ and The AP have reported on. As a result, Rice is out of a job for the tie being and an increasing number of critics think National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell should be next. NFL = Not Female Love?

NFL had Ray Rice video in April http://nyp.st/1tyf70u via @nypost

SUPERMOON

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NASA says sometimes it's hard to tell the difference between a Super-moon and a regular full moon, as clouds and haze can mask a difference in brightness.

Astronomers used to call them new moons or Perigean full moons, new or full moons closely coinciding with perigee, the moon’s closest point to Earth in its orbit.

NY STATE SENATE SEAT UP FOR GRABS

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NY Senator Jeff Klein faces two worthy opponents. One from within his own party, who has some name recognition. Former state Attorney General Oliver Koppell is challenging Klein bacause he says is breaking with fellow Democrats in the power-sharing deal that keeps Republicans in control of the Senate.

Koppell, also a former New York City council-member and state assemblyman, sys he decided to run because action on progressive issues has stalled during the alliance between Klein’s five-member Independent Democratic Conference and the Senate Republicans.

VOTE YOUR CONSCIENCE

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The Primary Election is being held TODAY September 9 2014. The voting centers are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

La Elección Primaria se llevará a cabo el 9 de Septiembre del 2014. Los centros de votación estarán abiertos desde las 6 a.m. hasta las 9 p.m.

初選將於2014 年9月9日星期二舉行。
投票處由早上6點開放到晚上9點。

2014년 9월9일은 선거날입니다. 투표소는 오전 6시부터 오후 9시까지 개장합니다.

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