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frompoliticsny.com
2 days ago

Op-Ed | The City Council took away my last reliable wage, now they're after my new one

When the City Council passed a law that forced restaurant delivery companies to create a nightmarish scheduling system, workers had to book full shifts just to deliver.
NYC politics
#transportation
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

Toronto needs a single set of rules for what vehicles can use bike lanes, says council committee | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

Toronto needs a single set of rules for what vehicles can use bike lanes, says council committee | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

How a $300 plumbing problem morphed into a $50K flooding bill for this Scarborough homeowner | CBC News

"Financially, emotionally, I'm stressed. I'm not able to sleep; it's heartbreaking," says Mangalathu, who's lived in the Morningside-Highway 401 area house for 26 years.
Toronto startup
fromMoneywise
1 month ago

'I'm within my rights': This NYC business owner erected a 50-foot steel fence on his property, cutting off the sidewalk and 10 parking spots. Now it's causing a neighborhood nightmare

Della Vecchia argues, "Why do I have to consult people to do something on my own property?" highlighting his stance on property rights.
NYC politics
#outdoor-dining
NYC food
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | NYC restaurateurs frustrated as city issues only 40 outdoor dining permits with thousands still in limbo: 'Extorted money from us'

New approval process for outdoor dining in NYC leads to backlog of over 3,600 applications.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
NYC politics

Decision 2025: Mayoral Hopefuls Discuss the Death of Outdoor Dining - Streetsblog New York City

NYC food
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | NYC restaurateurs frustrated as city issues only 40 outdoor dining permits with thousands still in limbo: 'Extorted money from us'

New approval process for outdoor dining in NYC leads to backlog of over 3,600 applications.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Decision 2025: Mayoral Hopefuls Discuss the Death of Outdoor Dining - Streetsblog New York City

Candidates are committing to reform outdoor dining regulations to benefit local businesses, residents, and pedestrians.
NYC food
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Fare Fares: Here's How Much Outdoor Dining Costs Restaurants - Streetsblog New York City

The new outdoor dining program imposes significant financial burdens on business owners, leading to decreased participation compared to the pandemic-era initiative.
#traffic-laws
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
NYC politics

Yes, Cyclists Can Go on Red With 'Walk' Sign, City Confirms in Court - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
NYC politics

Yes, Cyclists Can Go on Red With 'Walk' Sign, City Confirms in Court - Streetsblog New York City

Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Applications Open For NYC E-Bike Sidewalk Charging Hubs

New regulations permit e-bike battery swapping cabinets on sidewalks, improving safety and reducing indoor charging fire risks.
#homelessness
San Francisco
fromKqed
3 months ago

San Diego Homeless Encampment Ban Pushes Many Further Away From Services | KQED

San Diego is facing a growing issue with homeless tent encampments along freeways, raising safety and public health concerns.
San Francisco
fromKqed
3 months ago

San Diego Homeless Encampment Ban Pushes Many Further Away From Services | KQED

San Diego is facing a growing issue with homeless tent encampments along freeways, raising safety and public health concerns.
#environmental-policy
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
3 months ago

City Hall Joins Council Fight To Reduce 'Last Mile' Truck Use - Streetsblog New York City

The Adams administration supports a bill mandating environmentally friendly practices for last-mile warehousing to reduce pollution from truck traffic.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
3 months ago

City Hall Joins Council Fight To Reduce 'Last Mile' Truck Use - Streetsblog New York City

The Adams administration supports a bill mandating environmentally friendly practices for last-mile warehousing to reduce pollution from truck traffic.
#waste-management
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Mandatory Composting in New York City Starts Today

New York City's curbside composting becomes mandatory on April 1, 2025, with fines for non-compliance.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Mandatory Composting in New York City Starts Today

New York City's curbside composting becomes mandatory on April 1, 2025, with fines for non-compliance.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis defies lawsuits, vows massive American flags 'not coming down'

This flag is not coming down. This is the third city in the last several years that tried to sue us to take the flag down. Threatening jail, a variety of other fines.
Dallas Cowboys
NYC politics
fromwww.bxtimes.com
2 months ago

City tackles Bronx park dumping crisis with steep new fines Bronx Times

New fines for illegal park dumping increase from $1,000 to $5,000 starting March 31, 2025, to deter illegal dumping in New York City.
#public-safety
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Boston and neighboring cities are cracking down on uncleared sidewalks

Boston's officials are intensifying efforts to enforce sidewalk clearing obligations amid hazardous winter conditions.
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
3 months ago

Fall Repairs to Retire Costly Courthouse Sidewalk Shed: City

The Brooklyn Supreme Courthouse facade will be repaired this fall after 18 years of deterioration, aiming to restore safety and aesthetics.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Boston and neighboring cities are cracking down on uncleared sidewalks

Boston's officials are intensifying efforts to enforce sidewalk clearing obligations amid hazardous winter conditions.
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
3 months ago

Fall Repairs to Retire Costly Courthouse Sidewalk Shed: City

The Brooklyn Supreme Courthouse facade will be repaired this fall after 18 years of deterioration, aiming to restore safety and aesthetics.
NYC parents
fromQNS
2 months ago

Trials and tribulations of trash: New bin law aims for cleaner streets but faces resistance and delays - QNS

New York City's trash bin laws face challenges in implementation due to confusion, complaints, and logistical issues.
The initiative aims to reduce trash and address rodent problems.
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Planning Commission reverses city rejection of university-area site plan in an unusual case - Austin Monitor

The Planning Commission's rare use of its authority allowed the reversal of a planning staff's rejection, giving the green light for the Avalon Pointe development to proceed.
Portland food
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Hot new Bay Area bar in ex-neighbor's apartment shut down

The city of Oakland issued a cease-and-desist order against Upstairs due to unpermitted activities, halting operations just days after its opening.
East Bay food
Renovation
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

Chinatown-Kensington 'zombie' house deteriorating from neglect, neighbours say | CBC News

Community members are frustrated with the deterioration of a historic home in Kensington-Chinatown and seek better regulations for maintaining vacant properties.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Golden Retriever meetup on Boston Common canceled due to city's Marathon Weekend rule

"We know many of you are looking forward to a Boston Marathon meetup, as these events are beloved to so many, however the city of Boston is not allowing special events that weekend on the Common this year."
Boston
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 months ago

San Jose rejects development due to 'ridiculous' red tape - San Jose Spotlight

Rigid regulations may hinder housing development, as demonstrated by a rejected proposal over minor paperwork errors.
fromMission Local
11 months ago

Los vendedores ambulantes vuelven a la calle Mision con uniformes y puestos

Others had installed on the west side, selling from speakers to jewelry. They seemed - and were - official. The stalls had similar awnings, and all vendors wore yellow vests and t-shirts. 'We are happy because we have returned, and also there are more people here, more traffic,' said De Jesús about the Mission Street pilot program between 23rd and 24th streets.
Dining
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