MTA Proposes Increasing Subway, Bus Fare to $2.90
The MTA is proposing increasing the fare for New York City’s subways and buses to $2.90, a 15-cent increase from the current base price.
NYC Lost 5.3% of Its Population — Nearly Half-Million People — Since COVID, Most Heading South
New York City’s population is continuing to flounder in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic — and most city-dwellers have flocked to southern states, new data shows.
NYC’s Rat-Fighting Trash Container Plan Could Remove 150K Parking Spots
A program to curb the Big Apple’s booming rat population with new trash containers could eliminate 150,000 parking spots — more than the city’s outdoor dining and bike share programs combined, according to a report released Wednesday.
Mayor Adams Extends Successful Water Bill Debt Forgiveness Program That Saved New Yorkers $12 Million Already
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced New York City is extending the successful water bill amnesty program announced in January for an additional month — through May 31, 2023 — to help New Yorkers save money while also clearing debt.
Woke Pricing Might Be Coming For Parking Tickets Under New City Council Bill
Are you wealthy? You might soon be paying more for parking tickets under new NYC Council Bill than those of lesser means.
New York City Adds Message Alerts For Residents Living In Basements
The New York City Emergency Management Department is improving the way you receive emergency notifications from the City. Beginning today, April 26, Notify NYC subscribers can choose to receive two new messaging types – notifications regarding life-threatening weather conditions that may impact residents living in basement or cellar apartments and localized law enforcement announcements.
New NYC Garbage Rules Are Now in Effect
New garbage rules went into effect in New York City on Saturday, changing not only when but how New Yorkers can put their trash to the curb.
Con Ed Preps As Snowy Mix Forecast For NYC
It is going to be miserable weather tomorrow in NYC as forecasts show a wintery mix of snow and rain guarantied to make you want to stay home.
Assemblyman Simcha Eichenstein Hosts Mayor’s Office, NYPD Top Brass and Community Leaders for Pre-Purim Meeting
The Mayor’s Office, NYPD Top Brass, elected officials, Hatzolah, Shomrim and community leaders met at Assemblyman Simcha Eichenstein’s Office on Thursday and walked the streets of Boro Park to assure the community that Purim will be safe.
Travel Advisory Issued For Tuesday in New York City
The New York City Emergency Management Department today issued a travel advisory through Tuesday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for New York City in effect from 6 p.m. tonight to 1 p.m. Tuesday.
NYC Bracing for Biggest Snowfall of the Season, With as Many as 3 Inches Forecast
The Big Apple is bracing for its biggest snowfall of the season as a storm approaches with just a few weeks left in a winter where flurries have been a rare sight.
FDNY Wants to Up the Cost of Ambulance Rides by More Than 50%
The FDNY has proposed hiking up the price of ambulance rides by more than 50% — an increase the department says is necessary due to inflation and a pay bump for EMS workers.
Waste Setout Times Change Coming April 1st
As part of the city’s commitment to keeping the streets clean, and rat free, the NYC Department of Sanitation is implementing a new rule to reduce the time that trash, recycling, and curbside composting will sit on sidewalks. The new rule goes into effect April 1, 2023.
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New York State is Drawing New Assembly Districts, Brooklyn Will Have One Hearing To Express Your Opinion
We have new Assembly district lines that went into effect as of this year, and in two years, they will change again. There will be just ONE hearing scheduled in Brooklyn, and it will be February 15th at 4:00pm at Medgar Evers College.
With Over 96 Percent of City Workers Fully Vaccinated, Mayor Adams Announces COVID-19 Vaccination Will Become Optional for City Workers
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that — with more than 96 percent of city workers fully vaccinated against COVID-19 — the city will make vaccination optional for current and prospective city workers effective February 10, 2023.
NYC Program Offers Relief For Unpaid, Late Water Bills
A temporary water bill amnesty program has been launched in New York City to help New Yorkers save up to $150 million of interest when they pay their overdue water bills.
Up to 2 Inches of Snow Finally in NYC Weather Forecast
After more than 300 days without measurable snow, New York City could see 1 to 2 inches of accumulation in the middle of the workweek, forecasts show.
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