Friday marked a day when New York City felt united, despite the constant clashing between different sports fans. I’m not a New York native, but I have even heard about the city’s long-time sports rivalries. And on Friday, it seemed like most of the city had something to celebrate, and to someone who isn’t that […]
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NYC’s Congestion Pricing Needs To Continue
New York City’s congestion pricing is doing its job. Since its beginning, New York City has seen fewer cars on the road, freeing up traffic, which has the added effect of fewer accidents and lowered air pollution. Additionally, it has encouraged more pedestrians to use the buses and subway system. According to Gizmodo, buses and […]
M.T.A. Announces End of MetroCard Sales
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) will stop selling its MetroCard after Dec. 31, 2025. The agency plans to switch to a fully contactless tap-and-go payment system that will save it $20 million a year. The tap-and-go payment system will allow riders to pay fees directly with digital wallets and contactless credit and debit cards. Don’t […]
Dangerously Cold Weather Hits NYC
For the past few days, NYC has been plunged into cold weather, and it won’t stop yet. These dangerously cold temperatures won’t climb above freezing for a while. These sub-zero temperatures and winds have prompted the National Weather Service to warn of extremely cold weather in coastal/interior New Jersey and the Catskills until 12 p.m. […]
