News & Politics

Connecticut Governor Malloy Outlines Goals for the New Year

January 09, 2013|Katie Fisher
Malloy plans to improve school safety, education, and the economy

Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy delivered his annual...

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As High-Speed Ferry Strikes Dock, More Than Fifty Commuters are Injured

January 09, 2013|Connor Ryan
The Coast Guard, NYPD and The National Transportation Safety Board are currently investigating the accident.

More than fifty...

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As City Pushes to Gain Digital Edge, Chelsea Gets Free Outdoor Wi-Fi

January 08, 2013|Connor Ryan
Free outdoor Wi-Fi will range from Gansevoort St. to 19th St., and between 8th Avenue and the West Side Highway.

Google and...

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Democratic Leaders Criticize Governor Christie's State Address

January 08, 2013|Katie Fisher
State assembly leaders say Governor Christie ignored other problems in annual speech

New Jersey Democratic lawmakers...

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With an Eye in the Rearview, Long Beach Faces Bittersweet Moment

January 04, 2013|Connor Ryan
Residents are invited to visit the boardwalk before demolition on Saturday at 11 a.m.

State senator William Reynolds has been...

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UPDATED: Obama Signs Bill That Provides $9.7 Billion in Superstorm Sandy Aid

January 04, 2013|Connor Ryan
Another vote expected on January 15 for close to $50 billion in additional Sandy aid.

The House and the Senate passed...

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Annual Report Pegs Sandy as Best and Worst of City Transit in 2012

January 03, 2013|Connor Ryan
The departure of MTA Chairman, fare hikes and increased subway crime rate are "worst." Added service and increased ridership...
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NYC Comptroller: What the Fiscal Cliff Compromise Means for New York City

January 03, 2013|Robin Shannon
NYC Comptroller says the social security payroll tax will cost hard-working New Yorkers.

New York City Comptroller John Liu...

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MTA Chair Lhota Resigns, May Run for NYC Mayor

December 19, 2012|Jeff Coltin
Former Deputy Mayor would run as Republican.

 

MTA Chairman and CEO Joe Lhota has confirmed he will step down at the end of...

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New York City Advocacy Group Releases Report on Immigrant Communities After Sandy

December 18, 2012|Kris Venezia
Organization finds that some immigrants are struggling after Sandy.

A report from an advocacy group says some immigrant New...

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