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New Jersey Is Second-Worst State To Retire In, Study Says New Jersey Is Second-Worst State To Retire In, Study Says
New Jersey Is Second-Worst State To Retire In, Study Says New Jersey's great for many things. But apparently not retirement. A new study said New Jersey is the second-worst state to retire in 2024, pointing to the Garden State's high costs for taxpayers and lack of healthcare facilities. WalletHub released a study about the best and worst states to retire on Monday, Jan. 22. New Jersey ranked 49th on the list, finishing only ahead of Kentucky. The study said New Jersey is second worst in affordability for retirees. WalletHub's affordability rank includes metrics like adjusted cost of living, which New Jersey was 37th. It also factors in the …
Poughkeepsie Is Most Underrated Locale In NY, New Rankings Say Poughkeepsie Is Most Underrated Locale In NY, New Rankings Say
Poughkeepsie Is Most Underrated Locale In NY, New Rankings Say Much like famed comedian Rodney Dangerfield, this New York locale just “don’t get no respect,” according to a new ranking. Of the nearly 1,000 towns and cities dotting the Empire State, Dutchess County's centuries-old Poughkeepsie was named the most underrated in New York by the financial blog Cheapism. To come up with its list, the website looked at online reviews and rankings to find desirable locations in each state that often go overlooked but offer visitors and locals “tremendous value.” Each selectee boasts a range of cultural attractions, outdoor activities, and great dining and sh…
Here's Where Connecticut Ranks Among States With Best Public School Systems, Forbes Says Here's Where Connecticut Ranks Among States With Best Public School Systems, Forbes Says
Here's Where Connecticut Ranks Among States With Best Public School Systems, Forbes Says Connecticut's public school system is among the best in the country, according to a report by Forbes.  The state ranks as having the third-best public school systems nationwide, behind only Massachusetts and New Jersey, the news outlet reports.  Connecticut's strong schools help contribute towards the state being ranked fifth in the nation for quality of life, also thanks to low crime and poverty rates, as well as a healthy population, according to Forbes.  However, income inequality in the state is still a large problem, especially when comparing affluent Fairfield County t…
Glen Cove Is NY's Lone Representative In Money Magazine's Best Places To Live List Glen Cove Is NY's Lone Representative In Money Magazine's Best Places To Live List
Glen Cove Is NY's Lone Representative In Money Magazine's Best Places To Live List New Yorkers searching for the sweet life need look no further than this Long Island locale, according to a new ranking from Money magazine.  On its list of the 50 best places to live in the United States, Glen Cove on Nassau County’s North Shore was ranked No. 37, the only New York locale to make the cut. To come up with its ranking, Money looked at several factors that matter most to people, including cost of living, diversity, economic opportunity, and education. Researchers also factored in health and safety, the housing market, income and personal finance, fun and amenities, …
Massachusetts Is Home To Seven Of The Best Small Cities In America, Website Says Massachusetts Is Home To Seven Of The Best Small Cities In America, Website Says
Massachusetts Is Home To Seven Of The Best Small Cities In America, Website Says Nearly half of the US population says they’d prefer to live in a suburban area, so the personal-finance website WalletHub conducted a research study about 2022’s Best Small Cities in America, which it released on Tuesday, Oct. 4.  To help Americans put down roots in places offering good quality of life and affordability, WalletHub compared more than 1,300 U.S. cities with populations between 25,000 and 100,000 across 43 key indicators of livability— which range from housing costs and school-system quality to restaurants per capita and the crime rate, but you can read more about that methodo…
Pennsylvania Is Home To The Best Small City In America, Website Says Pennsylvania Is Home To The Best Small City In America, Website Says
Pennsylvania Is Home To The Best Small City In America, Website Says Nearly half of the US population says they’d prefer to live in a suburban area, so the personal-finance website WalletHub conducted a research study about 2022’s Best Small Cities in America, which it released on Tuesday, Oct. 4.  To help Americans put down roots in places offering good quality of life and affordability, WalletHub compared more than 1,300 U.S. cities with populations between 25,000 and 100,000 across 43 key indicators of livability— which range from housing costs and school-system quality to restaurants per capita and the crime rate, but you can read more about that methodo…
These Pennsylvania Cities Made It Onto US News' List Of Best Places To Live These Pennsylvania Cities Made It Onto US News' List Of Best Places To Live
These Pennsylvania Cities Made It Onto US News' List Of Best Places To Live Nine Pennsylvania cities were named on US News & World Report's list of 150 Best Places to Live in 2022-2023. The list featured Pittsburgh (26), Harrisburg (35), Lancaster (61), Reading (74), Scranton (89), York (92), Philadelphia (99) and Allentown (111). Meanwhile nearby Trenton, New Jersey ranked 86th, USN reports.  The list is generated by analyzing 150 metro areas across the country based on quality of life, job market, value of living and people's desire to live there.  You can view the full list by clicking here.
Two Virginia Cities Named Best Places To Live In 2022-23 By US News Two Virginia Cities Named Best Places To Live In 2022-23 By US News
Two Virginia Cities Named Best Places To Live In 2022-23 By US News Two Virginia cities were named on US News & World Report's list of 150 Best Places to Live in 2022-2023. Richmond was ranked 57th and Virginia Beach was ranked 106th, according to the list. Meanwhile, Washington DC made it among the top 20. The list is generated by analyzing 150 metro areas across the country based on quality of life, job market, value of living and people's desire to live there.  Richmond received an overall score of 6.3 out of 10. As "the only city in America with whitewater rapids running through its downtown district," USN said Richmond offers a range o…
Two Maryland Cities Named Best Places To Live In 2022-23 By US News Two Maryland Cities Named Best Places To Live In 2022-23 By US News
Two Maryland Cities Named Best Places To Live In 2022-23 By US News Two Maryland cities were named on US News & World Report's list of 150 Best Places to Live in 2022-2023.  Baltimore was ranked 84th and Salisbury was ranked 115th, according to the list. Meanwhile, Washington DC made it among the top 20.  The list is generated by analyzing 150 metro areas across the country based on quality of life, job market, value of living and people's desire to live there.  Baltimore received an overall score of 6.1 out of 10. The city's charm was said to be captured with its small-town feel and "elegant architecture, friendly people and lively…
These Fairfield County Locations Rank Among CT's Top 25 Best Places To Live These Fairfield County Locations Rank Among CT's Top 25 Best Places To Live
These Fairfield County Locations Rank Among CT's Top 25 Best Places To Live Several Connecticut communities are among the “best places to live in America” in 2022, according to a newly released poll. Each year, Niche explores the best places to live in the US, evaluating factors that include crime, public school systems, job opportunities, and local amenities. Using data based on the US Census, FBI, US Bureau of Labor (BLS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other sources, Niche then ranked the top places to live across the country, led by Chesterbrook, a suburb of Philadelphia. In Connecticut, West Hartford in Hartford County was named as the…
WalletHub Ranks New Jersey No. 1 Best State To Live In America WalletHub Ranks New Jersey No. 1 Best State To Live In America
WalletHub Ranks New Jersey No. 1 Best State To Live In America Is it the beaches? The breakfast sandwiches? Or the pizza? WalletHub has released its latest rankings of the best states to live in America, landing New Jersey at No. 1. The website ranked each state based on five key factors: Affordability, economy, education/health, quality of life and safety. Here are the other states that ranked among the top 10 in the nation: 1. New Jersey 2. Massachusetts 3. New York 4. Idaho 5. Minnesota 6. Wisconsin 7. Utah 8. New Hampshire 9. Iowa 10. Pennsylvania Click here to see the fully ranked list of the best states to live in.
WalletHub Ranks Pennsylvania Among 10 Best States To Live In America WalletHub Ranks Pennsylvania Among 10 Best States To Live In America
WalletHub Ranks Pennsylvania Among 10 Best States To Live In America WalletHub has released its latest rankings of the best states to live in America, landing Pennsylvania at No. 10. The website ranked each state based on five key factors: Affordability, economy, education/health, quality of life and safety. New Jersey was ranked the number one state this year. Here are the other states that ranked among the top 10 in the nation: 1. New Jersey 2. Massachusetts 3. New York 4. Idaho 5. Minnesota 6. Wisconsin 7. Utah 8. New Hampshire 9. Iowa 10. Pennsylvania Click here to see the fully ranked list of the best states to live in.
Chronic Pain Following COVID-19 Infection Is More Common Than You May Think Chronic Pain Following COVID-19 Infection Is More Common Than You May Think
Chronic Pain Following Covid-19 Infection Is More Common Than You May Think We are continuing to learn more about the lasting effects of the COVID-19 virus. An infection that we first thought primarily affected the lungs, we now know that it can have a significant and lasting impact on many of our bodily functions. Unfortunately, many who have recovered from COVID-19 are now experiencing chronic pain. Pain associated with COVID-19 infection can be grouped into three main categories: pain associated with being critically ill, pain associated with direct damage from the infection, and pain associated with the psychological impact of infection. To date, over 2 millio…
These Westchester Communities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal These Westchester Communities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal
These Westchester Communities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal The Hudson Valley is well-represented in Niche’s brand-new 2021 Best Places to Live list. Crime, quality of schools, things to do, and cost of living were among the factors used in determining the rankings. Other factors are listed here. The top-ranked place to live in the Hudson Valley's seven counties is Chappaqua, which ranks 20th in the state. The Northern Westchester hamlet was cited for its public schools, being a good place for families, and housing. View the entry here. The next-highest ranked Hudson Valley is also in Westchester, No. 11 Greenville (Edgemont), followed by No. 24 Ar…
COVID-19: Authorities Close Packed Paterson Nightclubs COVID-19: Authorities Close Packed Paterson Nightclubs
Covid-19: Authorities Close Packed Paterson Nightclubs Paterson police raided several nightclubs -- and closed a couple -- that they said were packed with patrons in violation of social distancing regulations, among other offenses. More than 300 people were packed into Besan Café on East Railway Avenue club one night when police showed up one night -- and more than 160 the next time, Speziale said. That wasn't all, he said. Summonses were issued for not having an entertainment license, smoking in public and creating or maintaining a dangerous condition, he said. The Gypsy Lounge on Getty Avenue club also was closed after police found more tha…
COVID-19: Here's Percentage Of Six-Figure Earners In NYC Who've Considered Relocating COVID-19: Here's Percentage Of Six-Figure Earners In NYC Who've Considered Relocating
Covid-19: Here's Percentage Of Six-Figure Earners In NYC Who've Considered Relocating Of the 53 percent of New York City employees that earn six figures and work from home, 44 percent have considered leaving the Big Apple within the past four months for less expensive pastures, according to a brand-new Siena Poll, citing the risk of COVID-19, economic concerns and their newfound ability to work at home. Eighty percent of the city's tax revenue is taken from earners making over $100,000 per year, making the possibility of a mass flight from the boroughs making the city vulnerable to tax erosion. Of this bracket, according to the survey, 37 percent have intentions to leave the …
Long Island Municipalities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal Long Island Municipalities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal
Long Island Municipalities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal Long Island is well-represented in Niche’s brand-new 2020 Best Places to Live list. Crime, quality of schools, things to do, and cost of living were among the factors used in determining the rankings. Other factors are listed here. The No. 1-rated municipality to live in the New York City metropolitan area is Jericho, which is cited for its top-rated school district and rich history. You can view the entry on Jericho here. Great Neck Gardens ranks second in the metro area, with Great Neck Estates No. 3, Great Neck Plaza No. 4, Kensington No. 5 and Syosset No. 6. One other Long Island …
These Towns Were Ranked Best Places To Live In Bergen County These Towns Were Ranked Best Places To Live In Bergen County
These Towns Were Ranked Best Places To Live In Bergen County We've seen the best places to live in New Jersey, but what about Bergen County? According to a newly-released set of rankings by Niche.com, the top three spots in the area are Ridgewood, Glen Rock and Allendale. Bergen was also ranked as the healthiest county, third best county for young professionals and third best county for public schools in the Garden State. Here are the other top places to live in Bergen County, according to Niche.com. Crime, quality of schools, things to do, and cost of living were among the factors used in determining the rankings. 4. Ho-Ho-Kus 5. Fort Lee 6. Hawo…
These Litchfield County Communities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal These Litchfield County Communities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal
These Litchfield County Communities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal Litchfield County is well-represented in Niche’s brand-new 2020 Best Places to Live list. Crime, quality of schools, things to do, and cost of living were among the factors used in determining the rankings. Other factors are listed here. Roxbury, cited for its "rural feel" and "top-rated public schools," is the No. 1-rated municipality in the county. You can read the Niche entry here. Southport is followed by No. 2 Barkhamsted, No. 3 Washington, No. 4 New Hartford, No. 5 Harwinton, No. 6 Bridgewater, No. 7 Litchfield, No. 8 New Milford, No. 9 Woodbury and No. 10 Watertown to make…
These Westchester Municipalities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal These Westchester Municipalities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal
These Westchester Municipalities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal Westchester is well-represented in Niche’s brand-new 2020 Best Places to Live list. Crime, quality of schools, things to do, and cost of living were among the factors used in determining the rankings. Other factors are listed here. Bronxville was the No. 1-rated municipality in Westchester and 17th in the New York City metropolitan area. Bronxville is described as a beautiful, walkable village just 15 miles north of midtown Manhattan. You can read the Niche entry here. Bronxville was followed by No. 2 Hartsdale, No. 3 Greenville, No. 4 Chappaqua, No. 5 Scarsdale, No. 6 Hastings-on-Hudson,…
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Disapproval Rating For Governor Lamont Is Rising Disapproval Rating For Governor Lamont Is Rising
Disapproval Rating For Governor Lamont Is Rising Just when he thought it couldn't get much worse. Gov. Ned Lamont's disapproval rating is on the rise, according to the latest public opinion poll. The new poll also shows that Connecticut residents believe the quality of life in the state is declining. Sacred Heart University's Institute for Public Policy and The Hartford Courant released results of their statewide survey of 1,000 residents on Thursday, Oct. 10. Nearly 47 percent of the residents surveyed said they disapprove of the job Lamont, a Democrat, is doing in the first year of his administration. That's up from 40 percent in a May…
Effort To Overhaul Kingsland Ave. Bridge In Nutley Gets A Boost Effort To Overhaul Kingsland Ave. Bridge In Nutley Gets A Boost
Effort To Overhaul Kingsland Ave. Bridge In Nutley Gets A Boost The Army Corps of Engineers has issued a permit that will allow officials to seek final approval for a plan to repair or replace entirely the 114-year-old Kingsland Avenue bridge connecting Nutley and Lyndhurst, the office of Rep. Bill Pascrell (D-9) said Friday. A project must now be approved by the U.S. Coast Guard.  “A decaying two-lane road beset by traffic bottlenecks and drawbridge jams is no longer acceptable for the 21,000 vehicles crossing this bridge every day to go to work, take kids to the doctor, and run to the market,” Pascrell said in a statement Our federal, state, cou…
Good Samaritan Hospital Awarded Certification From The Joint Commission Good Samaritan Hospital Awarded Certification From The Joint Commission
Good Samaritan Hospital Awarded Certification From The Joint Commission Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has earned a second consecutive Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval® for Certification for Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement. The certification is awarded to Joint Commission-accredited hospitals, critical access hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers who actively work to elevate the quality, consistency and safety of their services and patient care. Joint Commission experts evaluated Good Samaritan Hospital’s compliance with advanced disease-specific care standards and total hip and tota…
When Quality-Of-Life Policing Works: Paterson PD Seizes Loaded Gun, Makes Arrest When Quality-Of-Life Policing Works: Paterson PD Seizes Loaded Gun, Makes Arrest
When Quality-Of-Life Policing Works: Paterson PD Seizes Loaded Gun, Makes Arrest Paterson police working a quality-of-life detail seized a man carrying a handgun loaded with hollow-point bullets before dawn Monday, authorities said. Responding to a 12:40 a.m. call on Auburn Street near Godwin Avenue, Detective Sgt. Richard LaTrecchia and Detective Gilot Castor saw 22-year-old Max Rodriguez holding a bag with a weapon inside, Police Director Jerry Speziale said. The gun turned out to be a silver .38-caliber revolver, he said. Rodriguez was charged with weapons possession and sent to the Passaic County Jail pending a detention hearing. “This was second firearm arrest ma…
This Hudson Valley City Ranks As NY's Worst Place To Live, New Survey Says This Hudson Valley City Ranks As NY's Worst Place To Live, New Survey Says
This Hudson Valley City Ranks As NY's Worst Place To Live, New Survey Says While the Empire State is home to some of the most affluent and desirable places to live in the country, the grass isn’t always greener on the other side. 24/7 Wall St. created a weighted index of 25 measures that include four categories - affordability, economy, quality of life, and community - to determine which cities were the worst to live in every state. The complete methodology can be found here. The City of Newburgh in Orange County was designated as the “worst city to live” In New York in the newly released report. The report found that Newburgh, with a population of 28,444, with …
Two More Paterson Nightclubs Smoked Two More Paterson Nightclubs Smoked
Two More Paterson Nightclubs Smoked Paterson’s crackdown on night spots continued when two gentlemen's clubs were raided before dawn Sunday. Police who hit Doctor's Cave at 1 a.m. smelled a strong odor of pot, Police Director Jerry Speziale said. The Grand Street club was the scene of a shooting and “the source of complaints from concerned citizens and other businesses -- specifically a significant number quality of life complaints for fights, loud music, and traffic conditions,” Speziale said. “There were 16 lit hookahs on the bar and the establishment was charging an entrance fee without an entertainment license,” he added…
Restaurant Reopens Months After Fire Tore Through Building In Westchester Restaurant Reopens Months After Fire Tore Through Building In Westchester
Restaurant Reopens Months After Fire Tore Through Building In Westchester Nine months after a fire gutted a popular area, the owners have reopened the doors to the eatery, which is once again open for business. In April last year, on a rainy morning, firefighters were dispatched to the Lincoln Barbeque on East Lincoln Avenue in Mount Vernon, when a fire broke out in the ceiling and quickly spread to the rest of the structure. It took crews several hours to knock down the flames as they dealt with windy conditions and tight confines inside the building. For owner Burt Dones, the outlook was bleak.  “I didn’t know if I would be able to reopen,” he said. “I wa…
Molinaro Signs 2019 Dutchess County Budget Described As 'Bipartisan' Molinaro Signs 2019 Dutchess County Budget Described As 'Bipartisan'
Molinaro Signs 2019 Dutchess County Budget Described As 'Bipartisan' Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro has officially signed the 2019 County Budget, which was recently approved through a bipartisan vote. The budget, which was signed Friday, Dec. 14, includes numerous changes, such as the reduction of the county property tax levy for what will be the fifth consecutive year. The budget will also include a lower property tax rate for the fourth year, from $3.54 to $3.45 for $1,000 of true value assessments. Services for veterans and seniors will be improved, as will youth program funding. The budget will also make a number of targeted investments to grow …
Meet Demarest's First Female Mayor Elect Meet Demarest's First Female Mayor Elect
Meet Demarest's First Female Mayor Elect Melinda Iannuzzi is making history in Demarest. The councilwoman was elected the borough's first female mayor, replacing Raymond J. Cywinski. Iannuzzi hails from South Carolina but has lived in Demarest for nearly three decades. She was first elected to Borough Council in 2007 but lost her re-election bid in 2010. She won her seat back in 2013 and was re-elected in 2016. The 64-year-old told NorthJersey.com her plan is to improve the quality of life in Demarest in any way she can.
71 Tickets Issued In New Westchester Police Traffic Enforcement Detail 71 Tickets Issued In New Westchester Police Traffic Enforcement Detail
71 Tickets Issued In New Westchester Police Traffic Enforcement Detail New York State Police troopers teamed up with officers from the Yonkers Police Department over the weekend to conduct special enforcement details on area parkways and a major roadway. The law enforcement agencies conducted traffic enforcement details on Central Park Avenue, Sprain Brook Parkway and Cross County Parkway on Saturday “in an effort to combat speeding, aggressive or reckless driving and to enhance the quality of life for residents and other motorists." During the detail, police doled out a total of 71 tickets for vehicle and traffic law violations related to speed. Police s…
Detail At Park In Stamford Finds Illegal Activity Detail At Park In Stamford Finds Illegal Activity
Detail At Park In Stamford Finds Illegal Activity After receiving numerous complaints from residents of drug dealing, alcohol use and other problems at Lione Park, the Stamford Police conducted a "Quality of Life," enforcement detail at the park. Nine officers with the department's patrol division conducted the operation Thursday in an effort to curb the illegal activity that also included public urination, unruliness and parking issues, and to let the public know it won't be tolerated, said Capt. Diedrich Hohn. During the operation officers issued 33 infraction summonses for offenses ranging from drug and alcohol sales to runnin…