LEHMAN CENTER ATTRACTION

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THREE LITTLE PIGS meet Charlie's Angels in a hilarious Kung Fu Wolf Caper spoof of the classic children's story at Lovinger Theatre/Lehman College on Sunday, March 11 at 2 pm, 250 Bedford Park Blvd West and Paul Avenue, Bronx on the #4 & D Trains. Children will be introduced to the oboe, clarinet and bassoon in musical selections before the show. Music arranged by William Scribner. Adaption by Dante Albertie. Performance is appropriate for children 3 - 10. All tickets are $6. For tickets and information, please visit bronxartsensemble.org or call 718.601.7399.

IS IT TIME TO KICK SOME FANNIE & FREDDIE?

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Now that mortgage giant Fannie Mae says it once again has lost money in its fourth quarter, it is asking our US federal government for $4.57 billion to cover another deficit.

Washington-based Fannie said it lost $2.41 billion in the October-December quarter, as a result of lower home prices. Revenue was $4.53 billion.

Our government rescued Fannie and its brother Freddie Mac, back in September 2008 to cover their losses on bad mortgage loans. Since then, the Federal Housing Finance Agency has controlled their finances.

LEAP DAY TODAY

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If this were a perfect world we would always have an extra day to do whatever we wanted to do. City Island Images wishes to know how would you spend your extra day?

Would you be adventurous or would you sit back and relax? Send us a message that tells us how you plan to celebrate your extra leap day today!

You may respond here on the bottom, or write to us: admin@cimages.me

UN: NEARLY 8000 KILLED IN SYRIA

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The United Nations human rights chief said today that she is “appalled” at the recent escalation of violence in Syria and called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire to end the fighting and assist civilians.

As the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva began an urgent debate on Syria, High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay reported on a “rapidly deteriorating human rights and humanitarian situation” in which civilians continue to bear the brunt of the Government’s crackdown against the popular uprising that began last March.

Headlines 2/29/12

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ROMNEY BARELY WINS. Michigan and Arizona Primaries.

SNOWE'S SENATE MELTDOWN. Wont Seek Re-election.

LEAP DAY. The Oddest Day Of The Year.

SLUSH, SLEET EXPECTED. Temporary.

IRAN SANCTIONS. Begin Today.

NYC TAXI PLAN

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As the TLC prepares to roll out its five borough taxi plan, Council Member James Vacca will Chair an Oversight hearing on Thursday, March 1 to examine the length of time it takes for-hire vehicles to be inspected at its Woodside Inspection Center, both for new vehicles and renewals. Industry stakeholders have complained that the extensive delays force drivers to forgo weeks' worth of pay or encourages them to drive illegally while they await inspection in order to avoid lost wages.

The Bronx Redestricting

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There has been plenty of speculation on redistricting and how it will affect The Bronx.
Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. says its time to speak up now!

"For months, there has been countless speculation and innuendo concerning the future of our City's Congressional districts. Almost all of this discussion has revolved around carving up the Bronx in order to benefit other counties.

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