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Automated Camera Enforcement Begins on B60 and B68 Bus Routes

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) will activate Automated Camera Enforcement (ACE) on the B60 and B68 bus routes starting December 8, 2025. A 60-day warning period will begin on that date, as required by New York State law. ACE uses bus-mounted cameras to enforce existing traffic laws on bus corridors. The system issues notices to […]

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2026 HOPE Night Is January 27 – Volunteers Needed!

The Homeless Outreach Population Estimate (HOPE) is an annual survey conducted during the last 10 days in January to estimate the number of people experiencing unsheltered homelessness in New York City. The HOPE count provides critical data that helps shape how the City directs resources to address homelessness. The 2026 HOPE  survey will be conducted

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Apply for 2025-2026 HEAP Heating Assistance

Starting December 1, 2025, New Yorkers can begin applying for heating assistance through the 2025-2026 Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) to help defray the cost of heating their homes during the winter. HEAP pays for fuel, utilities, and heating and cooling equipment repairs or replacement. Payments go directly to your utility company or energy provider.

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Bluebelt Anti-flooding Efforts in Prospect Park

Mayor Adams, the Prospect Park Alliance, the Department of Environmental Protection, and the Department of Parks & Recreation have announced a $68 million dollar investment in Prospect Park to improve resilience and address flooding. This investment will transform Prospect Park into Brooklyn’s first Bluebelt. Improvements to the park’s landscaping and infrastructure will better facilitate the

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Sanitation Collection Changes for Thanksgiving 2025

The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that in observance of Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, 2025, there will be NO trash, curbside composting nor recycling collection on the holiday. Residents may experience collection delays, as is common after holidays. For questions about Sanitation services and holiday schedules contact 311 or visit nyc.gov/sanitation.

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SNAP Benefits and Federal Government Shutdown

Due to the federal government shutdown, SNAP benefits will not be issued in New York State beginning November 1, 2025. This includes regular November benefits and any expedited or prior-month benefits. Once the shutdown ends or federal funding is restored, all eligible households will receive the benefits they missed. In the meantime, EBT cards will

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