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After Two Years of Inaction, Governor Murphy Finally Heeding Call to Address New York’s Tax War on New Jersey Workers

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Ridgewood NJ, Senate Republican Leader Steven Oroho responded to Governor Phil Murphy’s announcement of a legislative package to address New York’s unjust taxation of New Jersey workers more than two years after Republicans first called on him to act.

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Congestion Pricing is Coming to New York City With Disastrous Implications

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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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Rail service in and out of Penn Station New York is subject to up to 20-minute delays

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Ridgewood NJ, Rail service in and out of Penn Station New York is subject to up to 20-minute delays following earlier Amtrak Portal Bridge being stuck in the open position. NJ TRANSIT rail tickets and passes continue to be cross-honored by NJ TRANSIT bus and private carriers and PATH at Newark Penn, Hoboken and 33rd St-NY.

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Transportation: What Changes Can We Expect In The Future of NYC?

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The police department reported 269 fatalities in 2020 and 288 in 2021, making it the deadliest period in at least ten years. More than 2,000 individuals, or 250 on average per year, have been killed in car crashes since de Blasio entered office in 2014.

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COMPLETE FERRY RETROFIT TO DRAMATICALLY CUT FUEL USE AND EMISSIONS FOR NY WATERWAY

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Weehawken NJ,  NY Waterway and NJ TRANSIT announced the completion of a major ferry retrofit that dramatically cuts its emissions, with five more ferries to be upgraded in the future. The fully refitted Hoboken has brand new engines and greater passenger capacity, while using 25 percent less fuel and emitting 80 percent less NOx engine exhaust.

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NJ Transit Forced to Shut Down Train Service Friday Evening Over What it Called an ‘illegal job action’

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Ridgewood NJ, Due to an illegal job action initiated Friday morning by the locomotive engineers’ union (BLE&T), rail service was terminated early Friday evening and remained temporarily suspended for the remainder of the service day on Friday, June 17th.

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Governor Hochul and Governor Murphy Announce Major Step Toward Modernization of Penn Station

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New York NY, NY Penn Station has been the bane of commuters for as long as we can remember  . Since the original Penn Stations  destruction in the 1960s, the station has become something mythic, a sacrificial lamb to the cause of historic preservation. Unfortunately for commuters the current Penn Station leaves much to be desired it is and had been a dump for generations . New York Governor Kathy Hochul with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy are not the first politicians to step in and attempt to fix the current mess but hopefully the time is right and commuters could see some relief .

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George Washington Bridge Moves to Cashless Tolling on Sunday July 10th

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Fort Lee NJ, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey today announced that a new electronic tolling system will be activated at the George Washington Bridge on Sunday, July 10. The George Washington Bridge (GWB) will be the largest and busiest of the agency’s three Hudson River crossings to completely modernize its tolling infrastructure to 21st century standards following activation of a similar system at the Holland Tunnel in December 2020.

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NJ Transit : “Alert Today, Alive Tomorrow”

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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT is utilizing the month of June, designated as “National Safety Month by the National Safety Council, to launch an educational campaign for customers and employees.  This year’s theme is “Alert Today, Alive Tomorrow.”  The month will feature tips and reminders to reinforce safety on and near the transit system throughout New Jersey.  While the campaign will run during June, safety remains NJ TRANSIT’s top priority throughout the year.

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Americans Headed Back to Sporting Events and Restaurants But Still Not the Office

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Ridgewood NJ, Kastle, the company that makes the fobs that allow people to unlock office buildings and individual offices has published some fascinating research comparing visits to the office versus visits to other mostly recreational activities, like flying on planes or attending a sporting event.  The results show mostly full recoveries of everything except visits to the office.

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Most Americans Agree With the Ending of Masks Mandates on Trains and Airlines

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Ridgewood NJ, most Americans approve of a judge’s decision striking down mandatory masks on trains and airlines, and believe the danger from the COVID-19 pandemic is mostly over.

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Amtrak Employee Gets 18 Months for Defrauding Amtrak of More Than $76,000 Worth of Chainsaws and Chainsaw Parts

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TRENTON NJ, an Ocean County, New Jersey, man was sentenced today to 18 months in prison for fraudulently obtaining chainsaws and chainsaw parts from his employer Amtrak and then selling this equipment for personal profit, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

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NJ TRANSIT POLICE Introduces the newest NJTPD K9s!

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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT POLICE Introduces the newest NJTPD K9s! These excited dogs have begun extensive training and will be protecting you soon.

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6 Things To Consider Before Filing A Truck Accident Claim

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You should think thoroughly before filing a truck accident claim. There is some disagreement over who’s at fault in these situations, and without the right legal advice, there could be serious ramifications to your case. You could find yourself with a settlement that isn’t worth more than what it cost to file suit – or you could end up with a judgment against you for something you didn’t do! Be mindful of these things before filing a claim and make sure you’ve done your research first.

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New Jersey Transit Police : Increased Police Presence Keeping Your St. Patrick’s Day Travel Safe

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Ridgewood NJ, you may notice an increased presence of New Jersey Transit Police Officers surrounding your St. Patrick’s Day travel. ⁣ If you are going to the NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade or traveling on 3/17/22, please allow for extra travel time and know before you go.⁣

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