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Courier News

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Sayreville eyes nearly $20M for roads, parks and water projects

SAYREVILLE – The Borough Council is scheduled to introduce seven bond ordinances authorizing the issuance of nearly $20 million in bonds or notes at Monday's meeting. The first ordinance appropriates $2.8 million and authorizes the issuance of $2.6 million in bonds or notes to acquire vehicles and equipment for various borough departments, according to the council agenda. The purchases include turnout gear, fire apparatus improvements and an SUV for the fire department and fire prevention; a Trackless Multihog vehicle, windscreens for pickleball courts, a field groomer and field maintenance equipment for the parks department; and a Perma-Patch machine, Big Tex trailer, Hunter camera and dump truck with plow and spreader for the roads department. The ordinance also includes police vehicles for the public safety department, an SUV for the construction department and a rear-loader sanitation truck, automated trash cans and a pickup truck with plow for the sanitation department. Sayreville bonds would pay for capital improvements The second ordinance appropriates $1.4 million and authorizes the issuance of $1.3 million in bonds or notes for various 2026 general capital improvements. More: Sayreville election weakens mayor's power as Democrats take control Those projects include improvements to Police Department restrooms, air-conditioning units for

Sayreville, NJ · 1d

Courier News

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Metuchen moves forward with bike lanes on Grove, Eggert avenues

METUCHEN – The borough is moving forward with plans to create bicycle lanes along Grove Avenue and Eggert Avenue . Sealed bids for the Grove Avenue Bicycle Lanes and Eggert Avenue Bicycle Lanes project are scheduled to be opened by the municipal clerk at 11 a.m. Dec. 18, according to a borough notice. Plans call for the construction and installation of dedicated bicycle lanes or shared lane markings along the 1.26-mile length of Grove Avenue, which becomes Eggert Avenue at its intersection with Woodbridge Avenue. The Metuchen portion of Grove Avenue ends just past Metuchen High School at the Edison border. The contract requires all work to be completed within 120 days. Metuchen has planned Grove Avenue bike lanes for years The borough has been planning a bicycle lane along Grove Avenue for years. Plans have called for bicycle improvements including signed and striped bicycle lanes, possible colored pavement for dedicated bicycle lanes on each side of the roadway, and shared lane markings in areas with dedicated turn lanes. More: 68 apartments, retail proposed for downtown Metuchen Borough documents show Eggert Avenue has a curb-to-curb width of 28 feet, which would require shared lane markings in the travel lanes on

Metuchen, NJ · 2d

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NORWESCAP among four New Jersey nonprofits sharing $25,000 in grants

NEW JERSEY — NORWESCAP, which serves residents in Warren, Sussex and Hunterdon counties, is among four New Jersey nonprofit organizations sharing a combined $25,000 in grants from the American Water Charitable Foundation to support housing stability, financial security and access to essential community resources. New Jersey American Water and...

New Jersey · 22h

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Hell's Kitchen Tenants Rally for Right to Buy Their Own Buildings

Tenants of 438 and 440 West 45th Street gathered outside their Hell's Kitchen buildings, demanding that state and city lawmakers give renters like them the power to buy their own homes before landlords can sell to the highest bidder. The rally centered on two bills that would reshape how buildings change hands in New York: the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act and the Community Opportunity to Purchase Act.

New York, NY · 2d

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St. John’s University in central Minnesota sues New York school over ‘Johnnies’ nickname

St. John’s University in central Minnesota is suing a New York university of the same name for using its “Johnnies” nickname. The lawsuit filed this week in federal court in Minnesota says the private Catholic university in Collegeville has been calling its students and athletic teams Johnnies since at least 1900.

Queens, NY · 3d

Fortune

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D.C. is a New York town: The president, next speaker and Senate majority leader grew up within 11 miles of each other—what it means for the Big Apple

Gov. Kathy Hochul already wants ‘a few more billions’ for New York, starting with a tunnel Trump says Schumer spent 20 years chasing.

Brooklyn, NY · 2d

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At Somos, New York’s political future meets Puerto Rico’s present

The annual Somos conference has long been equal parts family reunion, policy summit and political marketplace for New York’s Latino elected officials. But the 40th anniversary gathering at the Caribe Hilton in San Juan carried unusual significance this year, unfolding just days after a Democratic wave election that reshaped New York politics while forcing attendees to confront Puerto Rico’s own challenges, from drought and infrastructure strains to questions about economic development and political self-determination.

New York · 1d

POLITICO

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Stewart-Cousins eyes ‘progressive taxation’ push

With help from Molly Reinmann HAPPY TUESDAY. This is Nick Reisman in Albany. Massive Democratic majorities are returning to Albany in January, giving a boost to the tax-the-rich forces. I’ve got new reporting on that dynamic. Plus my colleague has the details on a New York City Council hearing next month on student sexual assault. Have news tips or just want to share what’s on your mind? Reach me at nreisman@politico.com . Driving The Day A MASSIVE MAJORITY : Legislative Democrats will come roaring back to Albany next year with turbocharged majorities in the state Senate and Assembly. They intend to use that refreshed mandate to major effect — especially when it comes to pursuing what Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins called “progressive taxation.” “We’ve always looked at the ability of those with extraordinary wealth to be able to pay more, do more,” she told Playbook in an interview Monday. “That’s been something that our conference has talked about.” What those proposals will look like won’t be clear for months. But if the past is any guide , the Democrat-dominated Legislature will likely seek a suite of income tax hikes on the richest New Yorkers — changes designed to generate

New York, NY · 23h

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Disability Community Weighs Hochul’s Record After Reelection

He is usually an Education & Outreach Training and Coaching Specialist for the State Department of Health’s Open Doors by day, but on November 3, Zachary Jordan Borodkin was an accessibility coordinator, tracking barriers for voters with disabilities at a polling site in Midtown Manhattan. He noted that ten...

New York · 1d

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HEAP Offers Up to $1,086 in Heating Assistance to Eligible Families

Brooklyn families can now apply for financial assistance with winter heating costs through New York State’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), which opened for the 2026-27 season on Nov. 2. State Sen. Kevin S. Parker, chairman of the Senate Energy and Telecommunications Committee, is encouraging eligible residents to apply...

Brooklyn, NY · 3d

New York Post

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Mamdani distances himself from DSA’s wildest platforms during rapid-fire Fox News questioning

Mayor Zohran Mamdani once again distanced himself from some of the wildest policies espoused by leaders of the Democratic Socialists of America . Hizzoner downplayed the possibility of him getting booted out of the lefty group while claiming there’s mainstream public support to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). “The thing that has been offered as a part of a litany of policy platforms that I would reject is, after last night, why would we abolish the Senate?” Mamdani told “Fox News Sunday” in a pre-taped interview. “I think what we’re seeing is that Americans across this country are facing a cost-of-living crisis,” he added. “Americans are tired of waiting. They are tired of being told that their needs are unrealistic by the very politicians who have been bought by the wealthiest people in the country.” New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani once again distanced himself from key tenets of the DSA platform. AP Photo/Stephanie Rojas Mamdani privately meets with powerful lefty unions about 2028 — as he makes striking AOC admission Mayor Mamdani worked with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to secure a budget lifeline this year and childcare funding. Susan Watts/Office of Governor Kathy Hochul “I’m proud to

New York, NY · 2d

New York Post

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NY Republican claims ‘stolen’ election after blue wave, local vote machine chaos

The only Republican on the Westchester County Board of Legislators is refusing to concede to a Democrat in his bid for reelection — claiming the election was “stolen” from him because of local vote machine chaos . County Legislator James Nolan made the wild statement as he trailed Democratic challenger Kisha D. Skipper by 246 votes in his reelection bid, according to unofficial results from the Westchester County Board of Elections. Board of Legislators candidate James Nolan claims the election was stolen from him in a Facebook photo post. Facebook/James Nolan Nolan, who represents portions of Yonkers, Bronxville, and Eastchester, was in position to lose his seat after days of ballot counting following a widespread programming glitch on Election Day in Westchester County that saw voting machines unable to scan paper ballots. The race was already ensnared in controversy when Skipper was handcuffed and detained by cops after a restroom brawl with Nolan’s mother at a candidates’ forum in Yonkers last month. “Following a massive countywide voting machine shutdown on Election Day, I have serious concerns about what took place, and the timing of these failures raises questions that demand answers,” Nolan said in a statement after ballots were counted

Westchester County, NY · 2d

WRAL News

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Mamdani and Hochul promise a new day for Puerto Rico after Democrats sweep midterms

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul pledged more support for Puerto Rico on Friday as it remains mired in multiple crises, asserting during a trip to the island that the sweeping Democratic win in the U.S. midterm elections will be a boon for the U.S. territory.

Puerto Rico · 4d

Gothamist

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Amtrak's Penn Station plan could funnel taxpayer money to new venue for James Dolan

The Trump administration is moving ahead with a new design for Penn Station. The federal government's plan to rebuild Penn Station would require the purchase of a theater attached to the west side of Madison Square Garden. [ more › ]

New York, NY · 4d

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Security Incident at EHR Vendor Affects Patients of New York Counselling Practices

Hispanic Counseling Center and Brooklyn Counseling Services in New York have notified patients that some of their personal and health information was compromised in a data security incident at their electronic medical record vendor. Hispanic Counseling Center. Long Island, New York-based Hispanic Counseling Center operates a mental health clinic and...

Brooklyn, NY · 4d

News 12

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Power & Politics: Vote 2026 - Midterm Elections results for Long Island and the country

Hempstead Town Supervisor-elect Joe Scianablo and Suffolk County Republican Party Chairman Jesse Garcia join this week's show.

New York · 2d

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New York’s newest Afro-Latina congresswoman took on a political veteran and changed her family’s story

New York congresswoman leads a historic shift in District 13 after defeating an established political figure in recent elections. Community organizations back a progressive platform centered on affordable housing, universal healthcare and guaranteed public service access without immigration fears. Local leaders highlight the arrival of the first woman in history...

New York · 5d

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NY Appeals Court Clears Path for Mamdani’s $500 Million Tax on Luxury Second Homes

A New York appeals court has cleared the way for NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to advance a controversial tax targeting expensive second homes, overturning a lower court ruling that had challenged how the measure was introduced. The proposed pied-à-terre tax, backed by Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mamdani, would apply to...

New York, NY · 5d

The City Reporter

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After the ‘Blue Tsunami’: Dems Await Mamdani and Hochul in Puerto Rico as Taxes Take Center Stage

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — The “blue tsunami” celebrations swelled onto the beaches of San Juan on Wednesday, less than a day after Democrats regained control of the House and Senate and Gov. Kathy Hochul easily won reelection. The annual SOMOS convention, held by the New York Democrats in Puerto Rico after every Election Day, […] The post After the ‘Blue Tsunami’: Dems Await Mamdani and Hochul in Puerto Rico as Taxes Take Center Stage appeared first on The City Reporter .

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New York Post

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NYC voters gave Hochul more love than Mamdani at the polls: stats

Big Apple voters turned out for Gov. Kathy Hochul on Election Day — with more New Yorkers casting ballots for the lefty governor than for Mayor Zohran Mamdani last year. Post-election statistics show that Hochul cruised to re-election with more than 1.5 million votes in the five boroughs on Tuesday, topping the 1.1 million who showed up at the polls last year to send Mamdani to Gracie Mansion. Hochul cruised to victory with more than 76% of the vote, beating GOP nominee Bruce Blakeman, the Nassau County executive who got 468,543 Big Apple votes, or 23.7%, according to unofficial Board of Election tallies. Jon Stewart warns against ‘bulls–t system’ ruling Dem party, calls for Chuck Schumer to step down after midterm sweep New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul speaks to gathered crowds after winning the New York governor’s race in New York City, Nov. 3, 2022. Andrew Schwartz / SplashNews.com Meanwhile, Mamdani, a former state Assemblyman, won his first mayoral run with 50.8% of the 2025 vote in New York City, albeit with former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a career Democrat who ran as an independent, siphoning away votes, the stats show. Sen. Chris Van Hollen ‘not looking’ to challenge Chuck

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