PSA: Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Expected Today
The National Weather Service and New York City Emergency Management have warned New York City residents of impending thunderstorms and heavy rain expected to hit the area Monday afternoon.
New Yorkers will be Required to Separate Compost From Trash — or Expect A Fine
The City Council signed off on a slew of bills on Thursday that will mandate New Yorkers to separate their food and yard scraps from the trash as lawmakers attempt to cut down on the amount of garbage being sent to landfills.
Stay Indoors When You Can, The Air Quality in NYC Is Very Bad
The red haze and smell of smoke that is causing New Yorkers to seek shelter is originating from forest fires in Canada and slipping along the Jet Stream of air working its way down the east coast. Despite having travelled thousands of miles, the smell and air pollution is still overwhelming.
NYC Launches Open Streets Initiative For Shabbos in Staten Island
New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced today the launch of two new Open Streets on Staten Island to support Shabbos in partnership with the borough’s Jewish community.
20 Mile Per Hour Speed Limit For NYC? What Do You Think?
Crown Heights representative to New York State, Brian Cunningham, released a Twitter poll today asking if you support a 20 mile per hour speed limit as the State Senate approaches the possible passing of Sammy’s Law.
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.
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