Address to Greenburgh Democratic Committee YONKERS, NY — June 2, 2019 — I just came from attending a Gay Pride event. We all should be proud of who we are. I am proud and honored to be here today and ask for your support to be your Democratic Nominee for Westchester County Court Judge. I an in my twentieth year …
Statement From Bronx Borough President Diaz Regarding The New York State Reproductive Health Act
THE BRONX, NY — January 17, 2019 — “For far too long women in New York State have not had the right to make their own choices about their healthcare sufficiently protected and codified into law. Thankfully, that is set to change. I support New York’s Reproductive Health Act and believe that it is a critical step forward in both …
Bronx Man Convicted in White Plains Federal Court in Connection With Fatal Carjackings of Two Livery Cab Drivers in Yonkers
WHITE PLAINS, NY — September 8, 2018 — Geoffrey S. Berman, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced on Friday, September 7, 2018, that Tyrone Felder, a/k/a “Man Man,” was found guilty of participating in the fatal carjackings of two livery cab drivers: Maodo Kane, who was killed in The Bronx on August 5, 2014, …
Showcase Cinemas Re-Opens Concourse Plaza Multiplex Cinemas
Launches Limited Time 5-5-5 Deal! Bronx Movie-Goers Can Once Again Enjoy the Latest Blockbuster Films THE BRONX, NY — August 25, 2018 — Showcase Cinemas announced that renovations at Concourse Plaza Multiplex Cinemas located at 214 E 161st Street, Bronx, NY 10451 have been completed. The theatre re-opened on Friday, August 24th. To celebrate the re-opening, Showcase Cinemas launched a 5-5-5 …
Engel Statement on Charlottesville Anniversary
Congressman Eliot L. Engel issued the following statement: WESTCHESTER, NY— August 12, 2018 — “One year ago today a heinous demonstration of racial hate turned violent, leaving one young woman dead and a nation reeling. In the year since that infamous day, we have seen no clear attempt by this President to denounce those responsible for the horror in Charlottesville, or …
Statement From Bronx Borough President Diaz
RE: PR Gov. Ricardo Rossello $15-Per-Hour Minimum Wage for Public Works THE BRONX, NY — August 3, 2018 — “With the devastation that Hurricane Maria left behind, this increase in wages for public construction workers in Puerto Rico is a big victory for the people who rebuilding the island,” said Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. “While Puerto Rico continues …
Westchester House Members Announce $2,478,109 for Rye Playland North Boardwalk
WESTCHESTER, NY— July 27, 2018 — Westchester Congress Members Eliot Engel (NY-16), Nita Lowey (NY-17) and Sean Patrick Maloney (NY-18) are pleased to announce that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded $2,478,109 in federal funds as partial reimbursement to Westchester County for repairs to Rye Playland’s North Boardwalk. The funding will help pay for repairs made to the …
Engel Statement on Tonight’s Deadline to Reunite Separated Families
“This type of ineptitude is staggering, even for this President and his team.” WASHINGTON DC — July 25, 2018 — “Tonight marks the second court ordered deadline for the Trump Administration to reunite separated children with their families. Much like the first deadline, this too will pass with the job having not been completed. “The President’s cruel ‘zero-tolerance’ policy has been …
New York Based Country Bank Honored with Prestigious 2018 Burke Award
NEW YORK, NY — June 20, 2018 — Country Bank was bestowed with the highest honor by the Burke Rehabilitation Hospital’s board of trustees at the 23rd Annual Burke Award Dinner. The award was presented on Thursday, June 7th at Brae Burn Country Club in Purchase, New York. The Burke Award Dinner recognizes individuals or groups who have made significant …