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Friday is the last day to apply for a free air conditioner in New York
New York State opened applications for free air conditioning on April 15.
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Up to $200: NY will send out rebate checks to help pay utility bills
The energy rebate checks are part of the $1 billion budget allocated for this cause under the “Protecting Our Wallets Energy Rebate” (POWER) program, to provide relief to families.
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New York now offers free air conditioners for the summer: Here's how to apply
New York State opened applications for free air conditioning on April 15.
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IRS centers offer in-person assistance on select Saturdays in NY, NJ and CT
IRS announces special Saturday hours for in-person assistance. Dozens of Taxpayer Assistance Centers will be open nationwide, including in our area.
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New laws taking effect in NY, NJ in 2026 affect your wallet. Here's what to know
Here’s a review of some of the most impactful pieces of legislation taking effect in 2026, affecting everything from salary to taxes.
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Minimum wage goes up in 2026 in NY, NJ and CT: How much to expect
Workers will be able to see that raise in their checks starting Jan. 1, 2026.
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New York increases maximum weekly unemployment benefit to nearly $900
New York increased the maximum weekly unemployment insurance (UI) for unemployed workers across the state this week Gov. Kathy Hochul said the state invested nearly $7 billion to pay off the federal UI Trust Fund loan and bring the fund to solvency — and increase the maximum weekly benefit from $504 to $869. The weekly benefit payment amount is determined by how…
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Scammers are selling Bad Bunny tix, NY AG warns: What to know to avoid getting ripped off
Bad Bunny fans, including from New York, are traveling to his concerts in Puerto Rico, and making it an entire experience of a lifetime. Because Bad Bunny’s residency, which will run until Sept. 14, is the hottest concert at the moment, scammers are hoping to capitalize on unsuspecting fans. New York Attorney General Letitia James issued a consumer alert warning…
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NYC outdoor pools open Friday, including this brand new one in Central Park
New York City’s outdoor public pools will open for the season this Friday, June 27.
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NJ Transit launches interactive pizza- and beer-finder map. Check this out
Do you like pizza, beer or wine? NJ Transit launched a new tool to help you find the top breweries, pizzerias and wineries near its stations. The interactive “Pizza and Pints” map will show you approximately 150 food and beverage establishments within walking distance of the agency’s bus, rail and light rail stations. See it here. “’Pizza and Pints’ is...
