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Thruway Authority files lawsuit against Mario Cuomo Bridge contractors
NEW YORK – The New York State Thruway Authority has filed a multimillion dollar lawsuit against the contractors used for the construction of the Mario Cuomo Bridge, saying dozens of cables didn't meet durability specifications.The bridge connecting Westchester and Rockland counties was supposed to last 100 years, but now, just six years after it was unveiled, 61 of the 192 cables need to be replaced, according to the Thruway Authority, which operates the bridge."This was built to be a generational bridge to last for generations and what was delivered to us was not," said Frank Hoare, executive director of the...
North Rockland Community Residents Voice Concerns Over Thiells Roundabout Construction
Thiells, NY – Nearby residents of an area of North Rockland have raised significant frustrations over a county construction project that has disrupted their daily lives since it began in June. The project, taking place on Suffern Lane and Hammond Road in Thiells, aims to improve traffic flow but has sparked frustrations among those living nearby.
Repairs to address Mario M. Cuomo Bridge safety concerns could cost millions
Just six years after the Mario M. Cuomo Bridge opened between Rockland and Westchester counties, issues with the cables that hold up the nearly $4 billion bridge are causing safety concerns that could cost millions to fix, but who is going to foot that bill?The New York State Thruway Authority wants to make it painfully clear that there's nothing wrong with the cables holding up the Mario Cuomo Tappan Zee Bridge."There's no safety issue here, no need for the public to be concerned," said New York State Thruway Authority Executive Director Frank Hoare. "The bridge is safe, it's strong."There is...
Many New York Residents Infected With Deadly Virus From Insects
Hudson Valley residents and someone from Long Island were bitten by mosquitoes carrying a deadly virus. First Person In New York State To Test Positive For West Nile In 2024. Earlier this week, a Long Island man became the first person in New York to test positive for West Nile Virus in 2024.
12 Restaurants In Westchester County With Health Code Violations
These 12 restaurants in Westchester County had more than 5 health inspection violations each last month. Westchester County has published a list of restaurants that had 5 or more health code violations during their latest inspections in July. **Non-restaurant locations included. 1. EDO JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE. 140 MIDLAND AVENUE, PORT...
Town of Ramapo Grows Impatient as LED Lights Installed Could Take O&R Years to Turn On
The town of Ramapo has installed two-thousand LED lights around town but Orange and Rockland Utilities hasn’t turned them on yet. Ramapo’s chief of staff Monday told “The Morning Show” they’re considering going to the Public Service Commission to file an official complaint. Montal says the lights take seven minutes to turn on, but O&R has said it’ll take three years…
New policy will change how N.J. police respond to some mental health calls
TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey state attorney general is changing the state's use-of-force policy after two fatal police shootings of people experiencing mental health crises.Attorney General Matthew Platkin says this is the first statewide policy of its kind and will require all police departments in New Jersey to coordinate with mental health professionals when they're responding to a call for a barricaded person, a situation he says overwhelmingly involves people experiencing an emotional crisis and is the most likely call to end in an injury.The policy will also require all New Jersey police departments to train their tactical teams...
Lodi Celebrates the Long-Awaited Grand Opening of Amazon Fresh
LODI, NJ - The first person in line for the Thursday morning Amazon Fresh grand opening arrived at 8 p.m. on Wednesday night. One Lodi resident and her son had set up camp chairs outside the newest Amazon store the previous night. She said it was a bit cold, but had a heavy coat and multiple layers. She said she was looking forward to the giveaways and great sales. She called herself "a major Amazon customer." For her efforts, she received a $100 gift card.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER By the morning, the...
Old Tappan won’t throw in with proposed ‘four-town’ ambulance service study
PASCACK VALLEY—Following discussion at its Aug. 19 meeting, the Old Tappan Borough Council decided not to participate in a planned four-town study of joint ambulance services. However, the mayor emphasized that they remain committed to increasing daytime coverage for the local ambulance corps. Old Tappan’s decision leaves three neighbors—Hillsdale,...
CDC warning for NJ: Rising virus cases as temperatures heat up
☑️There are more cases of dengue in 2024 so far than all of 2023. ☑️All of the cases in New Jersey were contracted from out-of-country travel. ☑️Those who are infected don't get sick but suffer from symptoms. The CDC issued a warning about record increases in cases...
Hillsdale DPW returns from WCL; ‘final design’ in on community center
HILLSDALE—A top public works official informed the Borough Council on Aug. 13 that all DPW operations, including office staff and light vehicles, have moved back from temporary offices in Woodcliff Lake to the local DPW facility. Earlier this year, the DPW relocated its office operations and some lighter vehicles...
These North Jersey towns are hottest zip codes for homebuyers in 2024 so far
As buyers continue navigating North Jersey's seemingly unpredictable housing market, some towns have become more sought-after than others. Whether it's due to home prices, access to a downtown, proximity to New York City or the number of amenities available, these areas have become homebuying hubs as we slightly pass the 2024 half-way...
Local Scouts Complete Trek at New Mexico's Philmont Ranch
GOLDENS BRIDGE, N.Y. - Early Monday morning, a group of dedicated young adventurers from the Greater Hudson Valley Council returned home after completing an arduous 12-day trek at the Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico. The crew, consisting of male and female scouts aged 14-17 from Westchester, Duchess, Hudson, and Rockland Counties, successfully navigated Itinerary 12-11, a 60-mile conservation trek that earned them the prestigious 50-Miler Award. Leading the crew was Marc D., a rising Fox Lane 11th grader and assistant Senior Patrol Leader of Goldens Bridge Troop 154, whose leadership, experience, and determination were instrumental in guiding...
Supervisor Spotlight – Ramapo’s Michael Specht
When Michael Specht began working part time at Ramapo Town Hall, he never would have imagined that 19 years later he would be elected to serve as the Town Council Supervisor. “I always was interested in politics, but I never thought I would be in it”, admitted Specht.
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