Assemblymember Grace Meng, the Democratic candidate for Congress in New York’s 6th district, today received the endorsement of Mayor Michael Bloomberg. Bloomberg has been active on the national stage, particularly on the issues of reviving our economy, pushing common sense immigration policy, advocating for stricter gun laws and pursuing solutions to the issues that many in Congress do not want […]
Repeat DWI Drivers Will Lose Licenses
Governor Andrew Cuomo last week announced that the state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has effected new, emergency regulations that will allow the agency to permanently deny license reinstatement to repeat drunk drivers and other chronic offenders. Under the new regulations, motorists with at least three alcohol-or-drug-related driving convictions, plus one serious driving offense over a 25-year period, will permanently […]
Announce Parking Meter Turn-Off Plan
The city’s new parking meter system is about to undergo a change that will make the “Muni-Meters” Sunday friendly. Councilmember Peter F.Vallone Jr. last week announced that the city Department of Transportation (DOT) has agreed to program all new Muni-Meters to shut down on Sundays to prevent them from accepting money. Vallone said some of the high-tech meters currently accept […]
Warning Systems Could Reduce Track Deaths
The state Public Transportation Safety Board recently renewed its suggesion giving motormen wireless video feeds to allow them to make sure the tracks are clear all the way to the next station. Cost conscious transit officials have turned a cold shoulder to the proposal, instead moving ahead with a plan to increase the number of intercoms on subway platforms so […]
Urge Whooping Cough Shots For Caretakers
A recent, dramatic increase in whooping cough cases in New York City has officials urging infant and toddler caretakers to get a whooping cough vaccination. There have been no fatalities in the recent outbreak but whooping cough, a violent, chronic spasm also known as pertussis, can be extremely dangerous to infants and toddlers, city officials said. City health officials said […]
How To Save On Prescription Eyeglasses
Dear Savvy Senior, What tips or resources can you recommend to help seniors with the high cost of prescription eyeglasses? I used to have vision insurance through my work, but lost it when I retired. Need New Specs Dear Specs, There’s no doubt that new eyeglasses can be expensive. You can easily spend $200 for a basic pair, and if […]