On December 19, 2017, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., AT&T and Chess in the Schools co-hosted the Bronx Borough President’s Annual Chess Challenge at the Bronx County Building’s Veterans’ Memorial Hall. More than 200 students from all over The Bronx participated in the tournament, which featured chess aficionados from grades 3-8 testing their skills…
“Today’s vote by the city council to pass police reform legislation is a commendable step towards justice in this city. We still have much work to do. “The ‘Right to Know’ package of legislation moves the ball forward on equal rights, improved police/community relations and a more fair and just City. “After much serious debate…
On Saturday, December 16, 2017, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. took part in the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo Toy Giveaway for the children of veterans and active military members. The annual event took place at the Bronx Zoo’s Schiff Family Great Hall, where approximately 75 veterans of all branches, and more than 200…
FIVE-BOROUGH BIKE SHARE: MAYOR DE BLASIO ANNOUNCES NYCDOT PLANS TO EXPAND PUBLIC BIKE SHARE WITH NEW “DOCKLESS” TECHNOLOGY City will review and select ideas to complement Citi Bike system by bringing bike sharing to more outer-borough neighborhoods, including in the Bronx and on Staten Island NEW YORK––Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that the NYC Department…
“Today’s vote by the FCC to roll back Net Neutrality is a complete catastrophe. Technology, data and free access to both is ingrained into every facet of our lives, and this vote is the first step towards an impending system crash for New York City and in fact the entire nation. Congress needs to intervene to protect…
On Wednesday, December 13, 2017, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted the borough’s annual Chanukah celebration at the Riverdale YM-YWHA. The event featured musical performances by the Kinneret Day & Riverdale Y Nursery Schools, as well as traditional Chanukah food and a menorah lighting ceremony. “Once again, I was proud to join my Jewish…
Deputy Bronx Borough President Aurelia Greene announced today that she would be retiring at the end of the year, following more than four decades of dedicated public service to the people of The Bronx and the State of New York. “My life’s greatest reward was being able to serve the constituents of The Bronx,” said…
“ART IN THE PARKS: ACTIVE OPEN SPACE” PROGRAM CREATES EIGHT NEW PUBLIC ARTWORKS IN SOUTH BRONX, EAST HARLEM AND CENTRAL BROOKLYN $100,000 investment encourages physical activity and healthy living in the Health Department’s Neighborhood Health Action Center areas December 12, 2017 – The Health Department, in partnership with NYC Parks, today announced the installation of…
“The people of New York City remain united against terror. While today’s attack on our subway system reinforces our need to be vigilant, it will not break our resolve to live our lives as we see fit. No cowardly attack can change the core of who we are as New Yorkers. “I especially want to…
On Thursday, December 7, 2017, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted the borough’s annual Christmas tree at The Bronx County Building. The ceremony took place featured the lighting of a Christmas tree, draped in hundreds of lights for the delight of the participants and the community-at-large. The event also included performances by The Celia Cruz…
