Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. today announced the formation of the Community Board District Office Management Task-force, which is designed to examine best practices, policies and procedures on important issues facing all 12 community boards in the Bronx.
NYC Parks Commissioner Adrian Benepe will join Council Member James Gennaro, members of Queens Community Board 8, the Flushing Meadows Corona Park Conservancy, and boating groups to cut the ribbon on $1.27 million in sustainable improvements to the area south of Flushing Meadows Corona Park’s Meadow Lake.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for New York City until 11:00 PM tonight.
More protective national air quality standards for ozone and fine particles are now in effect. The AQI has been adjusted to reflect this change. This may lead to an increased frequency of air quality advisories despite recent improvements in air quality.
New York State Air Quality Hotline: (800) 535-1345
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SYRIAN REBELS TURN TIDE. Using Captured Armaments Against The Military.
The Syrian government's own tanks and weapons are now being used against them in another twist as clashes continue taking place in Aleppo and Damascus.
US SENATE COULD GO HOME SOON. Without Considering Internet Security.
Legislation sponsors attempt to overcome GOP resistance to the measure but appear short of the votes needed for it to pass the bill.
THE JUDGE MAY DECLARE A MISTRIAL. During Drew Petersen Trial.
City Island Images is proud to announce another winner of The City Island Society of Clam-diggers and Mussel-suckers. This award is given to any and all exemplary City Island citizens, who receive the most votes and highest community support. Kudos to Jackie Kyle Kall!
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Below is a listing of the 890 educational institutions who have created a profile on HigherEdJobs. If the school has a current profile, a link to it will appear on every one of their postings. Use these Institutional Profiles to learn more about the university or college you are considering, and to help you decide if it is a place you where you would like to be.
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As the United Nations prepares to deliver food relief to people in Aleppo, the UN observer mission in the country renewed its call for the Government and the opposition to refrain from further violence after reports of an increase in fighting and the use of heavy weaponry in the city over the past 72 hours.
On this first day of August, local police officials are going around handing out summonses to anyone who is illegally parked.
City Island Images has received tips from residents telling us that their cars were ticketed for failed inspection stickers, expired registrations and drivers license issues. Be aware this will cause you to pay a hefty fine, in case you happen to be the unlucky culprit.
FREE Bronx Seaside Trolley on Friday August 3rd from 5:30pm to 9:30pm, leaving hourly on the half hour, from Pelham Bay Station and going to The Bartow Pell Mansion Museum then on to City Island for an evening of Art, Music and Fine Dining. Take advantage of special offers when you show your Trolley Card at participating establishments.
Only available from the driver on the Trolley.
Bronx Seaside Trolley
August 3rd, 2012
Events & Promotions
Bartow Pell Mansion Museum
895 Shore Rd. 718-885-1461
5:30pm - 8:30pm
I have spent my time commenting here and in other places attempting to reveal what I believe to be anti American and anti Constitutional behavior in our government, I see it on both sides of the aisle but primarily in the current White House.
I have not spoken or wrote about Mr. Romney, I figured that I will deal with him on the same subjects after he hopefully attains the presidency.
The letter he wrote which I have included below, is a simple and concise communication by what appears to be an American, speaking plainly in American terms about American values and goals.