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Saturday, February 15, 2014

Bronx News (Bxnews.net): Miss USA, Students Give Valentines to Vets

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Senator Klein and Miss USA 2013 Erin Brady, joined by student choirs from P.S. 14 and P.S. 83, hosted “Valentines for Veterans” at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center. The event marked Senator Klein’s 19th year hosting the event for local veterans. After the program, Senator Klein, Miss USA and children from P.S. 83 helped distribute valentines and gift bags prepared by children at 25 schools across the Bronx.

Senator Klein said: "The sacrifice our veterans have 

made in protecting our country and defending our freedom is invaluable. For nearly 20 years, I have proudly hosted 'Valentines for Vets,' an event that coincides with the National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans, as a way to show thanks to our local veterans. With a visit from Ms. USA, a musical performance from the P.S. 83 Children's Choir and Valentines written by students from more than 25 local schools, this event offers a way for us to show our appreciation for the contributions made by local American heroes."

"The National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans gives
everyone a chance to let our veterans know just how very much they are appreciated," said Medical Center Director, Dr. Erik Langhoff, “We were excited to welcome Miss USA, Erin Brady, our P.S. 83 students and Senator Klein. Their participation just heightens the celebration and brings a special note of cheer to our veterans.”

The Valentines for Veterans event coincides with a week of national and local celebrations commemorating veteran patients as part of the National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans. The National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans seeks to spread awareness and appreciation for veterans by encouraging citizens to visit hospitalized veterans in their communities.


Friday, February 14, 2014

Bronx News (Bxnews.net): Man Flashes 83-yr-old in Nursing Home

Bronx News (Bxnews.net): Man Flashes 83-yr-old in Nursing Home: Sick SOB Sought Man Flashes 83-yr-old in Nursing Home By Dan Gesslein BRONX, NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 14- Police are searching for a man who ...

Man Flashes 83-yr-old in Nursing Home


Sick SOB Sought
Man Flashes 83-yr-old in Nursing Home


By Dan Gesslein

BRONX, NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 14- Police are searching for a man who exposed himself to an elderly patient at a Bronx nursing home.

Cops released surveillance video of the man, they said, flashed an 83-year-old woman inside Rebekah Rehab and Extended Care Center, located at 1070 Havemeyer Avenue. The man entered the facility at around 3 a.m. on February 11. Cops say he walked into an 83-year-old woman’s room and exposed his genitalia before fleeing the location. The victim did not sustain any injuries.

The suspect is described as a heavy set male between the ages of 20 and 25. 

Anyone with information is urged to call CRIMESTOPPERS at (800) 577-TIPS. The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at WWW.NYPDCRIMESTOPPERS.COM or by texting their tips to 274637 (CRIMES) then enter TIP577.

All calls are strictly confidential.

Thursday, February 13, 2014

Bronx News (Bxnews.net): Will Gardner Stay in Pinstripes?

Bronx News (Bxnews.net): Will Gardner Stay in Pinstripes?: Will Gardner Stay in Pinstripes? By Howard Goldin BRONX, NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 13- New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner traveled from ...

Will Gardner Stay in Pinstripes?



Will Gardner Stay in Pinstripes?

By Howard Goldin

BRONX, NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 13- New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner traveled from South Carolina this week for the 34th Annual Thurman Munson Awards Dinner to support the AHRC New York City Foundation. 

Gardner was among several New York sports stars who were honored for their off-the-field efforts in bettering the lives of others as well as their athletic accomplishments. Among the 2014 award recipients were hurler Dillon Gee of the New York Mets, defensive specialist Anton Rolle of the New York Giants, former Knicks and Nets forward Bernard King, who was voted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2013, and former MLB pitching standouts David Cone and Jim Kaat, both currently baseball broadcasters.

These philanthropic occasions have raised more than $12 million that has been used to better the lives of approximately 15,000 children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

Each of the honorees expressed their gratitude when speaking with the press and praised Munson even though Gardner, Gee and Rolle were born after Munson had died. 
Gardner said of the award, “It’s a good honor. I’m humbled by it. It definitely means a lot.” He offered praise of Munson, “He played hard. He played the game the right way. He set an example for the younger players.”

Gardner, who was drafted by the Yankees in the 3rd round of the 2005 First-Year Player Draft, has been with the organization since that day. Although in 2013 he had a batting average of 273 with a single season high in home runs and runs batted in, his name was often mentioned in trade rumors during the off-season. Gardner reacted to questions of how it affected him, “It’s hard to ignore it [a rumor]. It always follows you.”

The thought of Gardner being traded for a starting pitcher intensified when the Yankees signed Jacoby Ellsbury as a free agent, the center fielder of the Red Sox in 2013. Gardner explained his reaction, “I felt like I did pretty well last year. I didn’t see it coming. We have the same skill set; you wonder what’s going to happen.”

Gardner put a positive face on playing with his new alter ego teammate, “Hopefully, we’ll push each other to be better. I’m sure he’ll help us win a lot of games. He makes our team better.”

As both men are center fielders, usually bat in the lead-off spot in the batting order and are known for their speed on the base paths and in the outfield, Gardner used words regarding his place on the team next year that show uncertainty, “I don’t really have any expectations of where I’ll be playing [position] or where I’ll be batting [in the order]. Until I hear otherwise, I’m planning to go to Spring Training and prepare to help this team. Until something happens, I expect to be a Yankee.”

Since last season ended, Gardner explained he was “enjoying my time at home in South Carolina with my wife and sons [ages 3 and 5].” Of the annual trek to Spring Training, he remarked, “It’s always an exciting time of the year [although] it’s tough to leave home. My goal is to be physically and mentally prepared for the season”, said Gardner. 

Gardner was enthusiastic when asked his opinion of the off-season transactions of the Yankees, “Right now, I like our chances. Every year, we get new faces and everybody gets along pretty well. I’m excited to see what these new guys can do.it reminds me of the 2008-9 off-season.”

Gardner is referring to the last season, 2008, when the Yankees failed to qualify for the playoffs, and then signed costly free agents like C.C. Sabathia and Mark Teixeira and won the World Series title in 2009.

How Gardner will fare in 2014, whether or not he will still be a member of the Yankees and where the team will finish in the standings cannot be determined at this time. Many unexpected events can take place before October, even before April. 

On February 7, it was announced that Alex Rodriguez was withdrawing his law suit against MLB and the MLBPA. Thus, his suspension of 162 games will probably remain in effect. On February 11, Masahiro Tanaka will be holding a press conference at Yankee Stadium. Those are just the first of many unforeseen events that will take place.

Bronx News (Bxnews.net): Tanaka to Become Newest Yankee Ace?

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