Day: July 29, 2023

Cooler temperatures, less humidity will end NYC’s first summer heat wave

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Cooler temperatures, less humidity will end NYC’s first summer heat wave

There is an end in sight. New Yorkers suffering through the city’s first official summer heat wave can expect temperatures in the low 80s on Sunday, perfect to venture back out outside. “A cold front is going to sweep through … that’s going to do two things, knock the air temperature back about 10 degrees, … Read more

Staten Island’s congestion pricing fight spurs push to leave NYC

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Staten Island’s congestion pricing fight spurs push to leave NYC

Staten Island’s bitter opposition to the MTA’s congestion pricing plan has revived the borough’s long-dormant secession movement. “I think it’s time to secede,” Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-Staten Island) told The Post. “There’s no real value in being part of this city or the state. We didn’t vote for this mayor; we didn’t vote for this governor; … Read more