The state ban on most forms of the controversial natural gas extraction technique known as “fracking” will soon expire. A film to be shown Monday explores the complex debate over whether fracking should be welcomed or feared.
While announcing the restoration of some child care services that had been targeted for cuts, the mayor’s plan projects that many agency budgets will see bigger reductions than earlier predicted.
(Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen)The New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx has a new Azalea Garden opening Saturday. (Photo by Larry Lederman)Earlier in the Bronx news roundup, we linked to this review of the New York Botanical Garden’s new Azalea Garden, which opens tomorrow. Garden spokesman Nick Leshi sent over these photos to whet your appetite. Enjoy.(Photo by Larry Lederman)
It’s a beautiful Friday in the Bronx, people. Enjoy. Now, let’s get down to business.Weather: As I mentioned in the brief pre-amble, it’s a beautiful day in the Bronx. Nary a cloud in the sky right now and temperatures are expected to top out in the low-70s. Enjoy it will it lasts – showers are forecast for Saturday and Sunday (at least until about noon and then it should clear up for the rest of Mother’s Day).
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