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Pushing back on congestion pricing
As head of the Assembly Committee on Corporations, Authorities and Commissions, Kenneth Zebrowski has been critical of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s congestion pricing plan and its lack of support for transit riders living west of the Hudson River. The Rockland County lawmaker wants to see better coordination between New Jersey Transit and the MTA for single-track lines and more express buses for suburban commuters. He also understands how critical the Gateway rail tunnel project will be for the downstate region. Even though Zebrowski is leaving the Legislature after his term ends this year, expect to see him play a role in the state’s transportation future. This interview has been edited for length and clarity.
Former NY Jet 🏈 selling homes in Bergen County & our guide to living in Little Falls
Welcome back to your favorite real estate newsletter, North Jersey Living. I hope everyone had a great weekend celebrating the unofficial start to summer in New Jersey, and remembering the men and women who have served so that we are able to do the things that we do. I spent...
Rockland Nurses Honor Guard helps families celebrate legacy of healers
BLAUVELT - During a recent rehearsal of the Rockland County Nurses Honor Guard chapter, nine current and retired nurses stood solemnly as one rang a chime three times to call a nurse to duty. The group provides tributes and "end of duty" ceremonies at funerals and wakes. It is, founder...
Memorial Day storms knock out power for thousands in North Jersey
Strong wind gusts from a series of rainstorms knocked out power to thousands of New Jersey residents on Monday afternoon including several hundred in Morris County. Almost 400 homes in Randloph and about 200 in Denville and Parsippany were without electricity as of 3:20 p.m., according to Jersey Central Power & Light. About 100 customers were also without power in Morris Plains.
Yorktown Marks Memorial Day with Parade, Service
YORKTOWN, N.Y. — Yorktown observed Memorial Day on Monday, May 27, with a service and the laying of wreaths at the memorials around Veteran Memorials Circle, formerly known as Patriot Garden, adjacent to Town Hall. Following the service, the annual Memorial Day parade stepped off featuring scouts, dignitaries, first responders, and veterans. They marched from Town Hall down to Jack DeVito Veterans Memorial Track and Field. The Yorktown Museum, in the Albert A. Capellini Community and Cultural Center, also had an exhibit honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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