Where's That UN Peace Plan?

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Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and the United Nations Security Council have strongly condemned deadly bomb attacks in Damascus today, and called for an end to the ongoing violence in the Middle Eastern country.

“The Secretary-General reiterates his urgent call on all sides fully to comply with their obligations to cease armed violence in all its forms, and to protect civilians, as well as to distance themselves from indiscriminate bombings and other terrorist acts,” Mr. Ban’s spokesperson said in information provided to the media.

ISLAND CURRENT

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SUPER PORGY FISHING
Author: Capt. Chris (captchris@islandcurrent.com)
We had the ISLAND CURRENT III, ISLAND CURRENT IV, & ISLAND CURRENT II on the porgy grounds. All the Captains were very please with both the SIZE & NUMBERS of this excellent spring run of Western Sound.

Night fishing has been picky; however, the size of the bass have been quality in the 20 to 30 pound class.

SAILING DAILY at 8 AM PORGY EXPRESS and Night fishing every night for Striped Bass at 6:30 PM. To purchase tickets please call ZERVE at 212.209.3370 or book online at www.islandcurrent.com.

BRONX CENTERIANS

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They are very special because they're much older older and wiser than most. Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. today hosted The Bronx annual Centenarian Celebration as a part of Bronx Week 2012.

This event celebrates the lives of senior Bronxites who have lived to see an entire century. Borough President Diaz presented citations to the borough’s wisest for holding the secrets to a long life.

SUMMER FITNESS PROGRAM

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You may be talking to friends on the telephone about vacation plans, or online searching for great summer getaway deals, exciting outdoor activities, and sunny beaches. But are you prepared for shorts, swimsuits, and summer fun? If you're not as fit and healthy as you would like to be, you can breathe easy. It's not too late to get in shape for the summer months — and these reports from Harvard Medical School can show you how.

TOUR CITY ISLAND, New York

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City Island Images is proud to announce walking tours of City Island and surrounding areas.

Our small tour groups will meet @ the last stop on the #6 SUBWAY, Pelham Bay Station. We will then take the #29 Bus to City Island, where we will begin our journey. Depending on the tour and dates, our stops will include Pelham Cemetery, City Island Historical Society/Museum, The Old Schoolhouse, PS 175, Yacht Clubs, Restaurants, Galleries, Shoppes, Orchard Beach, Pelham Bay Park, Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum. We will finish at the end of City Island Avenue and return to Pelham Bay Station #6 SUBWAY.

FIREWORKS TONIGHT...ETC

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The following assorted fireworks celebrations are on the NYC fireworks calendar for 2012, including Summer Festivals @ Orchard Beach, Coney Island Boardwalk Show, post-game baseball spectaculars and of course the big July 4 event sponsored by Macy’s.

BLOOMBERG @ BRONX BREAKFAST

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Borough Borough President DIAZ to HOST THE 14th Annual
‘Bronx Bankers Breakfast’ Mayor Bloomberg Guest Speaker

Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. will once again host the largest networking event of its kind in the Bronx, the 14th Annual Bronx Bankers Breakfast. The event is produced in partnership with the Business Initiative Corporation of New York and the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation (BOEDC).

This year’s event will also feature a special appearance by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, who will be on hand as a special guest speaker.

5/9/12 News & Information Service 24/7

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DEADLIEST SYRIAN EXPLOSIONS. 55 Killed; Dozens Injured.

OBAMA'S GAY MARRIAGE. On Hollywood Fundraiser Trails.

US GOVERNMENT SUNBURN RISKS. Skin Cancer Dangers.

HUDSON/EDWARDS TRIALS. Deliberations and Wrap Up.

INDONESIAN PLANE CRASH. No Survivors Expected.

UNGA CONDEMNS BOMB ATTACK

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Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has condemned a bomb explosion which occurred in the vicinity of a convoy of UN observers in Syria, injuring several Syrian soldiers accompanying the delegation, Mr. Ban’s spokesperson said today.

The observers, part of the UN Supervision Mission in Syria (UNSMIS), were on their way from Damascus for a visit to the southern city of Dar’a, under Syrian army escort. They had crossed a military checkpoint on the road approaching the town when the improvised explosive device detonated, shortly before midday today.

OBAMA ON GAY MARRIAGE

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What do you think? It was truly a historic moment as President Barack Obama voiced support for same-sex marriage, thereby becoming the first sitting commander-in-chief to do so.

Over the years, he mentioned his views on the issue were "evolving," but never expressed outright open support—just the belief that gays and lesbians should have access to the same civil rights as married couples.

What do you think? Will it gain him additional support, or will it hurt his chances for re-election?

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