WEATHER WATCH

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The threat for severe weather and flash flooding across the Mid-Atlantic
was supposed to diminish during the late evening once the sun went down. However, rains and thunderstorms continue to be supported
along the coast and into the Southeast as the front moves off the
Mid-Atlantic coastline overnight tonight.

More moderate precipitation wrapped around the surface low is still possible in southern New England tonight and early Friday morning as well. Behind this system, high pressure will move in bringing cooler and dryer air with it on Friday and into the weekend.

Superman Is An Immigrant.

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The story of Superman and his motto for truth, justice and the American Way is something that has connected Americans for decades.

It's a story that reminds us that the greatest powers we have - truth and justice - don't require "super" anything. They are within all of us.

WE are all the American Way.

As the new Superman film "Man of Steel" hits theaters this Friday, Define American is excited to team up with the Harry Potter Alliance’s "Imagine Better Network," to launch the “Superman Is An Immigrant” Campaign - and we need your help - add your story:

Have Another Sip of The Bubbly!!!

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Researchers have announced that drinking one to three glasses of champagne a week may counteract the memory loss associated with aging, and could help delay the onset of degenerative brain disorders, such as dementia.

Sober scientists at the University of Reading have actually proven that the phenolic compounds found in champagne can improve spatial memory, which is responsible for recording information about one's environment, and storing the information for future navigation.

CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Following the announced resignation of CIA Deputy Director Michael Morell, this move paves the way for the first woman to take that job.

43 year old Avril Haines is a White House lawyer who has worked in the State Department and Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Although Haines has reportedly never worked in an intelligence post before, her work at the White House has been steeped in intelligence-related matters.

Michael Morell was involved in the drafting of those ill fated White House talking points on Benghazi. He says he is leaving to spend more time with his family.

CELEBRATE FATHERS DAY

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When it comes to equal days of honor, have you ever wondered why dads get funny ties and moms get diamond-heart necklaces and why folks spend 40% more on Mother’s Day than Father’s Day?

Never mind the statistics, just come out and celebrate by taking Dad out to America's favorite past time. Baseball, 1864 Style.

Watch The New York Mutuals in Period Baseball Game for Father's Day on Sunday, June 16, 1–3:00 p.m.

Celebrate Dad with a Father’s Day “base ball match.” The New York Mutuals play with 1864 rules, balls, bats, and uniforms—but no helmets or gloves! After the game, kids get to join in the fun with a game of rounders with team members. Dad can also enjoy a free tour of the Mansion, a look at the historic Pell treaty on view in the Museum…and a raffle for the game ball!

Registration requested. Cost $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children 6–17; members $8 adults, $6 seniors, $3 children 6–17

Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum is located at 895 Shore Road, Pelham Bay Park, Bronx, New York. To reach us by public transportation, take the #6 Lexington Avenue Local subway to Pelham Bay Park station, followed by the Westchester Bee-Line #45 bus direct to the mansion gate.

NYC PARKS FOUNDATION

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NYC Parks Foundation is continuing their free, eight-week Senior Fitness Program through June! Various activities are being held in parks throughout the city, including Yoga on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Pelham Bay Park at 9 AM. All activities are free for seniors ages 60 and over. Class sizes for Yoga are limited and open on a first-come basis. To register and receive more information about the activities, please call (718) 760-6999

http://www.cityparksfoundation.org

Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum

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Treaty Talk

Thursday, June 13

7:30 p.m.

In celebration of the Pell Treaty now on display at BPMM, Pelham and New Rochelle
town historians Blake Bell and Barbara Davis discuss Thomas Pell, the local Native
Americans, and the impact of their 1654 "treaty." Join us to learn more about this
fascinating period of New York history.

Cost free
Registration requested 718.885.1461 or info@bpmm.org [mailto:info@bpmm.org]
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HISPANOS UNIDOS DE AMERICA

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As US Congress slowly moves closer and closer to necessary immigration reform, I decided to drive out to Mount Kisco, New York, where my journey as a new resident of The United States of America began. Thankfully, I have since become a proud citizen of USA.

"Boardwalk Empire"

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HBO films is on City Island once again for "Boardwalk Empire". There is no parking along portions of the avenue.

Reverend Pastor Ezra Hongchang Yew tells City Island Images the producers are using the 162 year old Trinity Methodist Church for a location shoot. He says the church, which is located on 113 Bay Street and City Island Avenue should be back to normal by weeks end.

You can watch from the comfort of your own home and view all the activity right here on City Island Images "Live Cam"

NYC FLOODING DANGERS

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NYC officials project that nearly 800,000 residents could be living in flood zone that cover a quarter of the city's land by the year 2050. This dire prediction comes about as rising water levels and other effects of global warming occur.

They also say that of 90-degree days in NYC could triple to Birmingham, Alabama temperatures. Finally, approximately 8 percent of the city's coastline could be subject to flooding from high tides.

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