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NYPD Implements Sammy's Law, Lowering Speed Limits in NYC to Enhance Pedestrian Safety
The new legislation known as Sammy's Law will see drivers adjusting to lower speed limits in New York City this week. Named after 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, who tragically lost his life in a traffic accident in 2013, the law empowers the city to set speed limits as low as 20 mph on specific streets and 10 mph on streets undergoing safety enhancements.
Major Company Laying Off Over 1,160 Workers In New York State
A large number of New Yorkers are looking for a new job. The layoffs come after a major company announced a merger. Paramount Global is laying off 15 percent of its employees. According to a New York State Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice, Paramount Global confirmed plans to lay off 1,168 employees in New York State.
NYC’s outdoor dining boom really is coming to an end — and owners blame new city rules: poll
Brunch may look a little different next spring. Over 44% of New York City restaurant operators said in a poll released Wednesday that they wouldn’t offer outdoor dining because of soaring government fees and a confusing application process. Some 214 restaurants out of 477 polled by the trade group the NYC Hospitality Alliance said they were not participating in the city’s new seasonal outdoor dining program because of high costs and a new byzantine permit process that would give them less space for tables and chairs. “It’s clear from this survey that improvements need to be made to the rules and requirements so...
Hasbrouck Heights Apprehend Irvington Resident Attempting to Steal Delivery Packages
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – The Hasbrouck Heights Police have arrested and charged a 31-year-old Irvington resident on multiple charges, including an attempt to intercept packages delivered to a home.On October 8th, 2024, at approximately 3:17pm, Hasbrouck Heights Police, including Officer Brian Donohue, Officer Kevin Condal, Officer Joseph Olivo, Officer John Mullins, Officer Johanna Sanchez, Officer Liam Cabri, Detective Sergeant Brad Dussault, and Detective Sergeant Nick Brunetti, responded to the 400 block of Burton Avenue on a report of a suspicious individual attempting to intercept packages at a residence.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET...
Deadline extended for EBT scam victims to claim money
NEW YORK (PIX11) — The Federal government will continue taking claims from New Yorkers scammed out of their EBT funds, two Brooklyn lawmakers announced Tuesday. In 2022, New Yorkers had EBT funds stolen from their accounts in a skimming scam that affected thousands. Assemblyman William Colton and City Council Member Susan Zhuang said the Human […]
Hateful vandals attack Rep. Adriano Espaillat’s office —again — after anti-Israel protests rock NYC
Hateful vandals smashed the glass facade of Rep. Adriano Espaillat’s Upper Manhattan office and flung red paint at it early Tuesday, the day after anti-Israel protests rocked the city. Photos show the paint dripping down the exterior of the office on West 181st Street near Bennett Avenue and pooling on the sidewalk — where the words “FREE GAZA” were scrawled in black. The Democratic congressman has been vocal in backing security funding for Jewish sites and speaking out in support of Jewish students attacked at such schools as Columbia University. “My name was on a flier of targeted sites that were going to...
Coconut Creek Police Officer Helps Pull Woman From Overturned Vehicle in New York While Visiting Family
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. — Officer Ethan Rodriguez of the Coconut Creek Police Department was recently in New York visiting family when he tapped his training and jumped into action after coming upon a traffic accident. On Monday, Coconut Creek police posted about his visit on social media. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERRodriguez was traveling with his father when they drove by the scene of a crash."I just told my dad to slow down, and I hopped out of the passenger seat," Rodriguez said.Rodriguez noticed a woman trapped inside the vehicle. While other civilians were unsure how...
Grimace takes the 7 train to the Mets game
NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) – Like many other Mets fans, Grimace took the No. 7 train to the Mets game at Citi Field Tuesday. The Amazins sold out Citi Field for Game 3 of the National League Division Series against the Phillies. Given the crowd, fans were encouraged to take public transit to the game. No […]
Eric Adams’ Deputy Mayor, Sheena Wright, Becomes 7th Senior Official To Jump Ship Amid Fraud Indictment
Ever since New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted on federal bribery and fraud charges last month, his office has become an avalanche of staffers jumping ship amid the sandal. According to the New York Times, six senior officials had already handed in their resignations after the news broke, and on Tuesday, long-time […]
Come Out To Meet Public Safety Officials at Bayonne Calming Sirens Event
BAYONNE, NJ - The Bayonne Police Department is presenting a sensory-friendly, quiet “Touch-a-Truck” program on Oct. 17th from 5 to 7 p.m. in the lower portion of the 16th Street park.“Bayonne Calming Sirens" is a free event, designed to allow the public to meet their first responders and learn about community resources focused on health and safety.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERIt will include the Bayonne Fire Department, the Bayonne Office of Emergency Management, McCabe’s Ambulance, as well as other state and local agencies.Created by Bayonne resident Elisha DeMaria in 2019, the event is similar to the annual Night Out Against Crime that takes place each August, but without all the noise.Special-needs children often react negatively to sirens and other loud sounds and this event is designed to allow these children to interact with first responders without things that otherwise might alarm them.The event is open to all children, special needs or not, but would have a very positive effect on the target audience, organizers say. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Beloved Bank of America Winter Village returns to Bryant Park
BRYANT PARK (PIX11) – It’s the most wonderful time of the year, time for Bryant Park’s Bank of America Winter Village. The annual holiday tradition returns to New York City on Oct. 25th and runs through March 2, 2025. As with previous years, 170 open-air holiday shops will line the walkways of Bryant Park while […]
Hundreds gather in Central Park to commemorate Oct. 7th attack
CENTRAL PARK, Manhattan (PIX11) — Hundreds have gathered in Central Park to commemorate the Oct. 7th attack. Families of victims, survivors, and those with loved ones still held hostage are in attendance. Emotional testimonies and messages from Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul will be delivered during the event, emceed by Oct. 7th survivor […]
New York Democrat Decries Party Fundraiser Being Bloodied On New York City Streets By Pro-Palestinian Protestors
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) also weighed in, “Arrest every single person involved in these attacks and then investigate who is funding them.” The post New York Democrat Decries Party Fundraiser Being Bloodied On New York City Streets By Pro-Palestinian Protestors first appeared on Mediaite.
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