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14th Street sidewalk crowded with bikes
We've seen them all around the city, delivery workers on their bikes bringing New Yorkers their food orders. Something that still isn't figured out is where these workers are supposed to wait when they're not actively working on an order. FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en shows us they've ended up congregating on certain blocks.
News 12’s Ask the Mayor returns today, Monday, July 22 at 7:30pm ET
News 12, the preeminent hyperlocal news source across the New York tri-state area, today announced the next edition of Ask the Mayor, a 30-minute call-in program featuring New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Ask the Mayor will air exclusively on News 12 The Bronx, News 12 Brooklyn, and News 12 NY today, Monday, July 22 at 7:30pm ET.
Astoria’s Neptune Diner set to close its doors for good this Sunday
Neptune Diner, which has served the Astoria community for the last 40 years, will close its doors for the final time this Sunday. The popular diner first opened at 31-05 Astoria Blvd. in 1984 and quickly became a beloved local institution. Staff at the diner confirmed that it will close...
Montclair to ‘Raise the Roof’ to Support Disability Inclusion
Montclair Art Museum will be recognized for helping foster community inclusion at “Raise the Roof,” on Thursday, July 25. Hosted by Cohome, the event celebrates the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and supports disability inclusion. This special event will take place at The MC Hotel...
N.Y. weather: Organized showers, thunderstorms headed to NYC
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Islanders can expect to see scattered thunderstorms in the forecast for the next few days before the sun comes out for the weekend. National Weather Service (NWS) meteorologist Bill Goodman said the radar indicates Staten Island should be in the clear until later Monday, as most of the storms are currently north, near Bergen and Rochester counties.
Car Crashes on Hyatt Hills Golf Course in Clark
Clark, NJ — A single-vehicle accident occurred on the Hyatt Hills Golf Course, located at 1300 Raritan Rd, Sunday evening. The Clark Police Department informed TAPinto Clark that a woman driving a 2021 Volvo XC40 began experiencing mechanical problems while traveling eastbound on Raritan Rd.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The driver, unable to stop the car, veered into the westbound lanes of Raritan Rd., crossing the double-yellow solid lines. The car then struck a fence and traveled inside the golf course, where it hit a tree, finally coming to a stop. While the driver complained of pain, no serious injuries were reported. [Don’t miss any TAPinto Clark news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered each morning to your inbox.] For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Marine Park — Some Oldies But Goodies at Plastic Soul Concert
Plastic Soul took music lovers on a journey down memory lane with a musical tribute to some favorite classic rock sounds of the 60s and 70s on Thursday, July 18th. The concert was postponed from the previous evening due to forecasted rain. This was the fourth concert in the popular...
Two NJ police officers among trio accused in menacing burglary
JERSEY CITY — Two off-duty Jersey City police officers and a third man have been accused of threatening individuals earlier this year, while one defendant was armed with a baseball bat. Adrian Tejada and Robert Nunez were each charged with burglary and three counts of terroristic threats. The 28-year-old...
15 Least and Most Expensive Colleges in the U.S.
Families often start saving nearly as soon as their children are out of the womb, and some even begin planning where to live before that, aiming to get the best value within their home state. However, with the right research and accurate data, college planning doesn’t have to be such a daunting task.
Florida man gets over 50 months in prison for defrauding NYC landlords
NEW YORK (PIX11) — A Florida man, who refers to himself as the “Wolf of Airbnb,” was sentenced to over 50 months in prison for his connection in a scheme “to defraud New York City landlords and the U.S. Government,” United States Attorney Damian Williams said on Monday. Konrad Bicher, 32, failed to make more […]
High rents, upfront costs are keeping New Yorkers stuck
High rents are not a new phenomenon in New York City, but paired with steep upfront costs, many are finding it tough to secure their next home. A new StreetEasy market report for the month of June shows that renters across the city are sticking put and staying in their current homes for longer thanks to those two factors.
Staten Island waterfront revitalization underway: Hundreds enjoy music festival on esplanade
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Ronnie Littman is on a mission to help revitalize the Stapleton waterfront. His efforts paid off when hundreds of adults and children came to the Stapleton Esplanade on Saturday, where they enjoyed a day filled with music, dancing, and food. This was the fifth annual...
Is latest Social Security email a scam?
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Recipients of Social Security benefits are among the most common targets of online scams, prompting legitimacy concerns among beneficiaries any time they receive a message claiming to come from the federal government. However, one recent message that may have raised eyebrows is fully legitimate and poses...
N.Y. Gov. Hochul gives update on this $28.5M Staten Island Expressway project
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- After two years, rehabilitation work on bridges over the Staten Island Expressway has finally been completed, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Monday. Starting in June 2022, the $28.5 million project repaired and rehabilitated two bridges that carried local traffic over the Staten Island Expressway. If you...
LISTEN: The Democratic Party Bites Back
Hosts Chrissy, Katie and Harry discuss what the Democratic Party’s shakeup — and a second Trump term — could mean for New York City, and much more from this unprecedented presidential moment. The post LISTEN: The Democratic Party Bites Back appeared first on THE CITY - NYC News.
NYC Subways to Get Weapons Detection Systems – Here’s When and Where!
Brace yourselves, NYC! Mayor Eric Adams is pushing forward with the installation of controversial weapons detection systems in subway stations. In just a few days, select stations will start rolling out this cutting-edge technology to enhance passenger safety. How the System Works. A few months back, detectives demonstrated how the...
Hundreds of jobs available with NYC Department of Transportation
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Hundreds of jobs are currently available with the New York City Department of Transportation — including some high-paying positions. The jobs are listed online on JobsNYC, the official careers website for the City of New York. The New York City DOT currently has 270 open positions, nearly all of which are […]
Jersey City Unveils Renovations to Oldest Town Square in America
JERSEY CITY, NJ- The newly revitalized Bergen Square was unveiled at the corner of Bergen Avenue and Academy Street in Jersey City. Mayor Steven Fulop joined the City Council, local dignitaries, and community members to cut the ribbon on the $1.8 million renovations on Monday. In addition to being an ancient, critical crossroads for the native Leni Lenape for over a thousand years, officials touted how Bergen Square is one of the oldest established town squares in America, dating back to 1660. In addition, it is also the first permanent European settlement in Jersey City and New...
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