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New York NY, the controversial New York City congestion pricing toll, set to begin January 5, has sparked fierce debate and concern among New Jersey officials and businesses. With charges of $9 for cars and nearly $22 for trucks, critics argue the toll could significantly impact commuters and firms conducting business in Manhattan.
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New York is renowned for its high-end shopping experiences; buying a luxury timepiece is no exception. With its vibrant mix of culture, fashion, and finance, NYC is the ultimate destination for watch enthusiasts. As the city offers multiple choices, navigating a perfect spot to buy a luxury watch may be challenging. Whether you are an avid collector or simply looking to make a bold fashion statement, this article will help you discover the finest horological destinations in NYC.
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New York is a city that has to offer so many adventurous things, and everyone can find something they like. From the best restaurants to unique architectural pieces, you will fall in love with it, from just spending a day. With the help of this article, you will know what to focus on when spending your time in New York. Continue reading From Iconic Landmarks to Local Favorites: Your Guide to Adventure in New York
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, 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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New York NY, New York City is gearing up to implement congestion pricing next year, presenting it as a solution to alleviate traffic congestion on city streets and enhance public transportation infrastructure.
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Ridgewood NJ, whether it’s over the river or through the woods, leave the transportation to NJ TRANSIT this holiday season! Bring along family and friends for great deals and discounts. This holiday season sees the return of the popular “Bring a Friend” and “City Pass” promotions, and NJ TRANSIT will also be offering its family SuperSaver throughout the entire month of December, allowing up to two children 11 and younger to travel free with each fare-paying adult. Full details on all promotions and holiday travel destinations are available at njtransit.com/holiday.
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Montvale NJ, early on Thanksgiving morning, a 17-year-old student from St. Joseph Regional High School lost his life in a fatal stabbing incident at the location of a Tribeca ax-throwing establishment, as reported by police and sources on Friday. Additionally, a 19-year-old man sustained stab wounds to the torso but was reported to be in stable condition at Bellevue Hospital.
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New York NY, the relocation of a small portion of the American financial industry from New York and California to the US South has been measured anecdotally, often one office at a time, over the past few years. Elliott Management decamped for West Palm Beach. AllianceBernstein to Nashville. Charles Schwab landed in suburban Dallas. But now, there are hard and ugly numbers quantifying the scope of this nascent exodus. Bloomberg has calculated that both New York and California have in the past three years lost firms that managed close to $1 trillion in assets . The departures from the Northeast and West Coast have meant the loss of thousands of high-paying jobs, straining city and state finances by sapping tax revenue. Commercial property markets also have lost valuable tenants just as they’ve been struggling with the new realities of hybrid work. Yes, New York City area remains the most powerful center for asset management. But in the South, the new arrivals are fueling a boom.
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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The Tri-State Area, comprising New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, is home to over 23 million people. And you can make the most of your time here, with a little bit of planning.
Start by getting to know the area. The three states are quite different from each other, so it’s important to spend some time learning about all of them. New York City is, of course, the most famous part of the state, but upstate New York has a lot to offer as well. New Jersey is home to the Jersey Shore, as well as many urban areas like Newark and Trenton. And Connecticut is known for its picturesque towns and countryside – perfect for a weekend getaway.
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Near the end of January this year, three New York City police officers responded to a domestic dispute call in Harlem. The caller hadn’t mentioned any weapons being involved. The police met with a woman and her son in their apartment. The woman said she had been arguing with another son, Lashawn McNeil, who was in a back room.
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file photo at the Charging bull in Lower Manhattan
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New York NY, New York City will lift its vaccine and mask mandates for indoor businesses, dining and events in the coming days.
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Unique local shops are one of the reasons why you should leave NYC and settle down in New Jersey
If tired of fast city life, dirty streets, and constantly worrying about money while living in NYC, you might want to consider moving to a more stressful environment. However, saying goodbye to Big Apple is hard because even though the city takes everything from you, it makes you feel more alive than living in any other place. Thus, if struggling to leave the perks of the Empire State, explore the neighboring options with easy commutes, like New Jersey. Once you discover reasons why you should leave NYC and settle down in New Jersey, you’ll ask yourself why didn’t move to Garden State sooner.
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Ridgewood NJ, one of the overlooked consequences of the pandemic is some very significant changes in housing affordability . According to a new study from Zumper, a real-estate rental trends blog , the pandemic, social unrest , draconian lockdowns and remote work technologies caused a significant number of people to move out of expensive, urban markets . This migration dramatically changed the picture for American renters and housing affordability in 2021 ( https://www.zumper.com/blog/how-2020-changed-housing-affordability/#full-data ).
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