Amidst reports of heavy fighting, United Nations observers in Syria are concerned over the escalation of violence in the city of Homs, a Syrian opposition stronghold.

“UN observers reported heavy fighting in Rastan and Talbiseh, north of the city, with artillery and mortar shelling, as well as firing from helicopters, machine guns and smaller arms,” the spokesperson for the UN Supervision Mission in Syria (UNSMIS), Sausan Ghosheh, said in a statement today.

Yesterday, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. joined thousands of others to celebrate Boricua pride at the National Puerto Rican Day Parade.

Borough President Diaz paraded up 5th Avenue to the tune of “Bomba y Plena,” thanks to the musical group Los Pleneros de la 21, who marched with Diaz and dozens of staffers and supporters.

It was too good to last, if you didn't mind the probability of getting harassed by teenagers, while enjoying a deal on Tuesdays, when $6 movie tickets bought you the most recent film releases. But this Bronx theater has been sold $30M, making it one of the largest recent sales in The Bronx. Whitestone Multiplex Cinemas is located at 2505 Bruckner Boulevard

SEIZURE CAUSES HIT AND RUN? Police Investigate John Bryson Accusations.
Police officials charge John Bryson with felony hit-and-run following two LA CA area accidents that left him injured and unconscious. He may have suffered a seizure.

IRAQ PRESIDENT: Premier's Critics Have Not Gathered Enough Votes.
Opponents of Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki have failed to generate enough support to bring him down in a no confidence vote, according to a statement posted on the Internet by Iraq's president.

RAIN STOPS DJOKOVIC VS NADAL. But Nadal Wins French Open Again!

City Island Images is proud to announce the winners of this year's City Island Society of Clam-diggers and Mussel-suckers. This annual award will be given each and every year to any and all exemplary City Island community citizens, who receive the most votes and highest community support. Kudos to Susan and Ron!

The City Island Society of Clam-diggers and Mussel-suckers was formed to recognize those exceptional individuals who, over time, have made extraordinary contributions to the character and quality of their City Island community and culture.

Below are the criteria: