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Visit from Berenice Gartner from 41 Univision A T Lado
We had a great turnout. Many people from the community came to share their concerns. Thank you Univision, Berenice Gartner, and the community for a successful event.
Read MoreMAYOR DE BLASIO SIGNS LANDMARK LEGISLATION TO REFORM COMMERCIAL WASTE COLLECTION INDUSTRY at El Puente
El Puente hosted the signing of Landmark Legislation to reform the Commercial Waste Collection Industry. The historic and groundbreaking commercial waste zones bill was championed by Councilmember Antonio Reynoso and received unwavering support from Mayor Bill de Blasio. El Puente was chosen as the host site because of its nationally recognized environmental justice legacy and…
Read MoreYMCA Youth & Government Mock Legislature
In November, 10- 8th grade students were able to participate in the YMCA Youth & Government Mock Legislature in Albany, where they got to present bills and learn how bills get passed. We presented two bills, universal healthcare for all under 18 and a further expansion on single-use plastics in stores. We are happy to…
Read MoreEl Puente Academy Celebrates El Dia De Los Muertos
NBN Neighborhood Champion Award Presented to El Puente
Chancellor Richard Carranza – inaugurates the Luis Garden Acosta Center for Liberation at MS 50 El Puente Community School.
WEPA Festival 2019
Caminata 2019 Puerto Rico
September 21, 2019
Read MorePuerto Rican Day Parade in Bushwisk
We were honored and proud to walk in the National, as well as Bushwick’s 1st annual Puerto Rican Day Parade.
Read MoreEl Puente Honored at RAICES Gala
We are proud to announce that our dearest founder, Luis Garden Acosta, was honored this May by RAICES at their gala. The award was accepted by our own Dr. Frances Lucerna, Co-founder & Executive Director. The presentation included these lovely words by Lisette Sosa-Dickson, the Executive Director of the Spanish Speaking Elderly Council – RAICES: Luis…
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