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01/14/2026
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NY State Governor Hochul and Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Announce 50 Percent Fare Reduction for AirTrain JFK to Encourage Use of Public Transit During Peak Summer Construction Activity at JFK

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Summer Travel Forecast To Exceed 18 Million Passengers at JFK, a New Record and 700,000 More Than Last Year, as Construction of New Airport is Fully Underway Starting July 1, AirTrain JFK Single Ride Fare To Be Reduced to $4.25 Through Labor Day as Governor Encourages Airport Access via Subway or LIRR From New York…

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Emergency Executive Order 502 October 2, 2023

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WHEREAS, over the past several months, thousands of asylum seekers have been arriving in New York City, from the Southern border, without having any immediate plans for shelter; and WHEREAS, the City now faces an unprecedented humanitarian crisis that requires it to take extraordinary measures to meet the immediate needs of the asylum seekers while…

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New York. Mayor Eric Adams Executive Order 47 January 24, 2025

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On January 24, 2025, New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued Executive Order 47, formalizing the Mayor’s Office of Nonprofit Services (MONS) to enhance the city’s relationship with nonprofit organizations that provide essential human services. The executive order requires city agencies involved in nonprofit contracting to appoint Chief Nonprofit Officers to streamline processes, improve payment…

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White House. Inflation Returns to 2.4%: National Economic Advisor Highlights Economic Recovery

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In a statement from National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard, the latest Consumer Price Index report shows inflation has fallen back to 2.4%, the same level as before the pandemic. Under the Biden-Harris Administration, the economy has experienced steady growth, with 16 million jobs created and incomes rising by $4,000 after adjusting for inflation. Brainard emphasized…

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Announces City Hall, Municipal Buildings to be lit Green to Commemorate Mental Health Action Day

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 – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that City Hall and several municipal buildings will be lit green tonight in recognition of Mental Health Action Day — a global movement highlighting the importance of mental health and empowering participants to strengthen connection and community.  “Over the past decade, we have seen an alarming rise in anxiety and hopelessness among too many people, including young people here…

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