CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
Hugh Carey, 1919-2011
Jarrett Murphy |
The former congressman who guided New York State through the 1970s fiscal emergency as governor, was 92. A 2010 biography reassessed Carey’s role during the days of crisis.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
The Lower Unemployment Rate: Getting Jobs, Or Giving Up?
Neil deMause |
A closer look at the national labor-market figures released last week suggest that the modest fall in the unemployment rate has more to do with people leaving the labor force than folks finding jobs.
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Bronx Events: Health Fairs & Screenings
Bronx News Network |
It’s National Health Center Week, and Bronx Community Health Network (BCHN) will be hosting a number of events at 10 Bronx locations to commemorate the occasion and raise public awareness about the health services they offer.There will be a health fair tomorrow at Poe Park (Grand Concourse and East 192nd Street) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring free health screenings and health information, interactive physical activity, nutrition demonstrations, and gifts.
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Bronx Events: Register for Kingsbridge Heights Community CenterFall Programs
Bronx News Network |
Like other community centers around the borough, the Kingsbridge Heights Community Center is registering now for its programs, including:
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Bronx Youth Journalism Initiative-Apply Now!
Bronx News Network |
Bronx News Network is recruiting now for the fall semester of the Bronx Youth Journalism Initiative-a free journalism program for Bronx high school students.
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Bronx News Roundup, Monday, Aug. 8
Bronx News Network |
Happy Monday, Bronxites! Your weather forecast for today calls for sunshine and temps in the high 80s.Story of the Day: Espada Spent the Most Senate Cash File photo by Jeanmarie Evelly Pedro Espada’s lavish spending habits have him back in the headlines again (just in case you’ve forgotten, see here.) State Senate documents released this week show that the
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Bronx News Roundup, Monday, Aug. 8
Bronx News Network |
Welcome back to the program, ladies and gentlemen of the Bronx and beyond.
