UEA Incoming Tips: Morning News Brief: 2 Fisher Houses open in Kingsbridge Heights for veterans, family

Thursday, May 23, 2019

Morning News Brief: 2 Fisher Houses open in Kingsbridge Heights for veterans, family

2 Fisher Houses open in Kingsbridge Heights for veterans, family

For nearly 30 years, the Fisher House Program has provided a home away from home for veteran patients and their families and now, the accommodations will be available in the Bronx.

TOP STORIES

Former NYU janitor graduates nursing school

Frank Baez graduated from New York University's nursing school Wednesday after working there three years ago as a janitor.

Arrest of Bronx man leads to discovery of arsenal of guns

An arrest made by police in connection to a domestic violence incident led to the discovery of an arsenal of guns.

Police: 20-year-old man shot in the leg at Bronx playground; suspect sought

Detectives are looking for a man in his mid-20s after a 20-year-old man was shot in the leg near a playground Wednesday.

What's Going On: May 23 - May 26

Here's a look at what's going on this weekend in the Bronx.

Poll: National Lucky Penny Day

It's National Lucky Penny Day. In 1793, the first pennies in the United States were made of copper. Do you carry a lucky penny with you?

Yankees honor 5 NYC students in LGBTQ community

Some of the biggest names in baseball came together at one of New York's historic landmarks to honor local students in the LGBTQ community.

'Sopranos' prequel movie films scenes in the Bronx

The Bronx provided the backdrop Wednesday for scenes in the upcoming "Sopranos" prequel movie.

Homeowner says he's been wrongfully ticketed for garbage next to his property

A new homeowner says he has been wrongfully slapped with multiple tickets for trash in front of his property that isn't his.

Police to add more patrols during summer season

This year, the program will include 70 additional officers on the streets -- bringing the total number of officers to 270.

Small business advisors help Kingsbridge owners comply with city, state laws

Advisors from the city Department of Small Business Services visited owners in Kingsbridge to offer advice on how they can remain in compliance with city and state laws.