The Throggs Neck Merchants Association has matured into a formidable force in northeast Bronx economics over the past four years, and at its dinner dance, the organization honored three individuals who help make that so. Comment.
Jimmy DiDomenico, owner of Jimmy’s Pizza & Grill on Bruckner Boulevard, wanted to help the students from the Primavera Italian language program learn about pizza. So h instead of having the kids watch him make the food, why not let them make their own? Comment.
The combined Theodore Korony American Legion Post 253 and Joe Mazzariello Toy Drive will continue on into its third decade, with close to 750 toys distributed to nine organizations in the borough. Comment.
Joseph Petraglia of Throggs Neck, then 3 years old, was outdoors with his mother Geanine last winter when she told him to put his hat and gloves on, or else he would catch a cold. Comment.
Most visitors New York Tennis Club on Harding Avenue come in from Manhattan, Westchester or even the west Bronx. But if the club’s management is successful, Throggs Neck and the northeast Bronx will be well represented on its courts in the near future. Comment.
Community activist Rose Foley, a mainstay of the school board, community board, and civic organizations for over 50 years, has passed away at the age of 85. Comment.
Artist Daniel Hauben has been painting Bronx street scenes ifor three decades, and recently took his easel indoors to the Arthur Avenue Retail Market. Comment.
The members of the Rijkelijkhuizen family from De Lier, Netherlands have visited many places on their trans-Atlantic sailing journey, and many more still to visit. But they will always remember their week in the Bronx. Comment.