ITALIAN EARTQUAKE RELIEF

Here's a statement we received from Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz 's office:

BP MARKOWITZ STATEMENT ON EARTHQUAKE IN ITALY

"The devastating news coming out of Italy hits us especially hard in Brooklyn, where our vibrant Italian-American community is mourning the souls lost in the earthquake and praying for the tens of thousands of residents left injured or homeless. I am proud to say that Brooklynites have always responded to those in crisis around the globe by opening up their hearts and wallets, so I urge them--and all New Yorkers--to contribute to earthquake relief efforts in any way possible. My office has also spoken to the Italian Consul General in New York to offer our condolences and a helping hand as we come together to help Italy recover and rebuild from this terrible disaster."  

(Note: For updates on the earthquake and information on victims, your viewers/readers/listeners can visit the Embassy of Italy website at www.ambwashingtondc.esteri.it/ambasciata_washington )

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For additional information, or to learn how you can help, please use this link: Earthquake Relief 

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UPDATE (2:45 PM)

On Wednesday, April 8, Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz will be joined by members of the Italian-American community and elected officials to announce the creation of a fund to assist Italy earthquake victims and their families, as well as to express their solidarity with the people of Italy.