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New York City is the global dream for many travelers. Even those with permanent residences in the city cannot imagine staying in another place. Until they need to move apartments and the bubble bursts, that is. It’s not always as easy as it may seem to pull off a small move in NYC without any help. But, if you use a moving company on your next move and follow these expert tips, your small move will be a breeze, even in the city that never sleeps.
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New York NY, New York City is experiencing its first Christmas season without Airbnb, and the cost of accommodations is on the rise. In September, the city implemented a stringent short-term rental policy that essentially excluded Airbnb, providing benefits to renters but limiting choices for tourists. Expedia Group reports a 25% year-over-year increase in hotel searches this month, with average nightly rates reaching $477, compared to last year’s still-high $416.
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New York NY, if you define insanity as repeating the same actions and expecting different outcomes, then New York politicians appear to be candidates for an asylum.
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NJ TRANSIT is prohibiting all beverages on its trains, light rail vehicles and buses on Saturday, December 9th to coincide with the SantaCon event in New York City and on Saturday, December 16th to coincide with the SantaCon event in Hoboken.
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When it comes to choosing a place to call home, New Jersey tends to be overlooked, thanks to its more prominent neighbors like New York and Pennsylvania. However, this Garden State has a charm all its own and a lot to offer. With its diverse communities, thriving job market, and natural beauty, New Jersey strikes a unique balance between urban and suburban living. In this article, we’ll delve into some compelling reasons why contemplating a move to New Jersey might be a smart decision.
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New York City is the most famous city in the world. It’s got everything you could possibly want, but it’s also notorious for having some of the worst traffic in the nation. If you’re driving into New York City from New Jersey, parking at convenient locations and visiting NYC for the day can be a great way to avoid all those headaches. There are different ways to park, so you get there faster than ever!
Continue reading Long-Term Parking Hack: Why Parking in New Jersey to go to NYC makes sense!
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New York NY, congestion pricing is coming to New York City . After 9 years of failed leadership and a botch COVID response, suffering from an onslaught of “remote work ” options, an extremely high cost of living and insane taxes this may be the final nail in the coffin .
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New York City is a place like no other with so much to experience and explore. If you are not prepared, you can easily feel overwhelmed by everything once you arrive. Here are some tips and pointers to help you prepare for your trip.
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East Rutherford NJ, as the summer season begins, NJ TRANSIT announces the return of service to family-friendly destinations with the resumption of NJ TRANSIT bus service to American Dream and Six Flags Great Adventure and Safari and Hurricane Harbor. Bus service to/from Six Flags and weekend bus service between American Dream and the Port Authority Bus Terminal (PABT) both resume Saturday, May 29th.
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Ridgewood NJ, state Senator Steven Oroho (R) , working with state Senator Paul Sarlo (D), from Wood-Ridge are also asking for New Jersey to join a lawsuit filed by New Hampshire with the U.S. Supreme Court over a similar situation with Massachusetts. New Hampshire has no state income tax, but does have commuters who work in Massachusetts and pay taxes there.
Department Of Justice Identifies New York City, Portland And Seattle As Jurisdictions Permitting Violence And Destruction Of Property
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New York NY, The U.S. Department of Justice today identified the following three jurisdictions that have permitted violence and destruction of property to persist and have refused to undertake reasonable measures to counteract criminal activities: New York City; Portland, Oregon; and Seattle, Washington. The Department of Justice is continuing to work to identify jurisdictions that meet the criteria set out in the President’s Memorandum and will periodically update the list of selected jurisdictions as required therein.
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Washington DC, President Trump signed a memorandum yesterday to hold local politicians accountable for refusing to protect their communities from ongoing riots, lootings, and mass property destruction.
Per the memo, Federal agencies will identify what funds are provided to Seattle, Portland, New York City, and other jurisdictions that have allowed violence, lawlessness, and property damage to persist. Agencies will also determine what authorities are available to withhold these funds if and when necessary.
Where permissible, the Administration will restrict eligibility for certain Federal grants until these jurisdictions take the necessary steps to protect their residents.
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WEEHAWKEN NJ, More than 97 percent of North Jersey commuters responding to a NY Waterway survey (92 percent of them ferry commuters) say they plan to resume commuting to work in New York City once the COVID-19 quarantine is lifted.
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NEW YORK NY, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) served four immigration subpoenas Friday on the New York Department of Corrections (NYDOC) requesting information on multiple illegal aliens who were criminally arrested in New York City, and yet under New York’s non-cooperation policies officials have refused to honor ICE detainers or even provide ICE with information about the release dates of criminal alien public safety threats. Issuance of these immigration subpoenas was necessary because the NYDOC has continued to ignore ICE’s requests for information and cooperation.
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