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- On Politics: Mamdani's tax increase push could find some success in AlbanyWill Zohran Mamdani get his tax hike through Albany?Of all the questions hanging over his young administration, this is one of the most pressing. Mamdani won a shock mayoral election last year on a promise to raise taxes on wealthy individuals and corporations. Gov. Kathy Hochul, a much more moderate Democrat, has resisted the former […]
- Gracie Mansion attack being investigated as potentially ISIS inspiredAuthorities are investigating the explosive device attack at Gracie Mansion on Saturday as a possible act of terrorism motivated by ISIS, New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said at a press conference Monday.Police found two "improvised explosive devices that could have caused serious injury or death" at the scene, she said, plus an additional […]
- New law paves way for stand-alone dental hygienist practices in New YorkDental hygienists in New York will be able to practice without direct supervision of a dentist by mid-2027, opening the door to a new semi-independent business model within the sector.Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a law in December that would allow hygienists to perform work independently under a so-called collaborative practice with a licensed dentist. Last […]
- Please Don’t Tell speakeasy owners to open hidden bar in Midtown office buildingAn office building near Grand Central Terminal that offers its tenants a smorgasbord of amenities is getting a new one: a speakeasy.East Village speakeasy Please Don't Tell (PDT), along with Apres Cru Hospitality, is partnering with Marx Realty to bring Highball Ltd. to the 36-story Midtown office building. It's set to open March 13."We want […]
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