Job Growth Beats Forecasts Despite Stalling Labor Market, Shrinking GDP Under Trump Job Growth Beats Forecasts Despite Stalling Labor Market, Shrinking GDP Under Trump
Job Growth Beats Forecasts Despite Stalling Labor Market, Shrinking GDP Under Trump Job growth moderately beat expectations in April, but was slightly down from the month before, as recession worries loom due to President Donald Trump's trade agenda. The US economy added 177,000 jobs in April, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data released on Friday, May 2. The national unemployment rate held steady at 4.2%, despite initial unemployment claims jumping to 241,000 for the week ending Monday, April 26. The job gains were higher than the 133,000 forecasted by the Dow Jones, CNBC reported. April's numbers declined from March's total of 185,000, which …
Earn Miles On Major Airline With Uber Rides, Food Orders: Here's How Earn Miles On Major Airline With Uber Rides, Food Orders: Here's How
Earn Miles On Major Airline With Uber Rides, Food Orders: Here's How Delta SkyMiles members can now earn miles every time they ride with Uber or order from Uber Eats under a new partnership. The program officially launched on Tuesday, April 22, giving early access to SkyMiles members who had signed up for a waitlist. All other customers can start linking their accounts on Thursday, April 24, according to a news release. The move ends the airline's longtime partnership with Lyft and marks a new chapter for the SkyMiles loyalty program as Delta celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2025. "SkyMiles membership is about giving Delta's loyal customers more ways to …
$100 For Your Thoughts? MTA Launches Spring Customer Satisfaction Survey—And It Could Pay $100 For Your Thoughts? MTA Launches Spring Customer Satisfaction Survey—And It Could Pay
$100 For Your Thoughts? MTA Launches Spring Customer Satisfaction Survey—And It Could Pay Got gripes about your commute? Your feedback could pay off–literally. The MTA officially launched its Spring 2025 Customers Count Survey on Monday, April 21, giving riders of the subway, bus, Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), and Metro-North a chance to share their thoughts on the state of their commute. The survey is open through Sunday, May 4. Oh, and there’s prize money on the line: participants will be entered to win one of fifty $100 OMNY cards. “These surveys are essential for the MTA to understand what is working and where we can focus on to improve the customer journey,” said MTA Chie…
New 'World-Class' LIRR Station Breaks Ground In Yaphank New 'World-Class' LIRR Station Breaks Ground In Yaphank
New 'World-Class' Lirr Station Breaks Ground In Yaphank Construction is underway on a new Long Island Rail Road station promising faster, more accessible travel. A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the new Yaphank LIRR station, located roughly three miles east of the current Yaphank platform, on Thursday, April 3. The new transit digs promise a “world-class, fully accessible experience,” ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office said. It will be strategically closer to major thoroughfares such as William Floyd Parkway and the Long Island Expressway, as well as the key scientific hub, Brookhaven …
Market Freefall Deepens After Trump's Sweeping Tariffs Despite Moderate Job Gains In March Market Freefall Deepens After Trump's Sweeping Tariffs Despite Moderate Job Gains In March
Market Freefall Deepens After Trump's Sweeping Tariffs Despite Moderate Job Gains In March Unemployment inched up in March – slightly higher than economists expected – as stock markets crashed and Big Tech companies saw their worst single-day loss on record in response to President Donald Trump's aggressive new tariffs. March's unemployment rate was 4.2%, the Bureau of Labor Statistics said on Friday, April 4. That was slightly higher than the 4.1% forecast as the labor force participation rate also rose, CNBC reported. The US added 228,000 nonfarm payrolls in March, significantly higher than the Dow Jones estimate of around 140,000. The BLS also reduced …
Changes To Mail Delivery Start This Week: Here’s What To Know Changes To Mail Delivery Start This Week: Here’s What To Know
Changes To Mail Delivery Start This Week: Here’s What To Know Changes to how the United States Postal Service delivers mail are set to begin this week — and depending on where you're sending from and what you're mailing, you may notice a difference. Starting Tuesday, April 1, the USPS will begin phasing in updates to its service standards as part of its ongoing Delivering for America 10-year modernization plan.  The refinements will affect First-Class Mail, Periodicals, Marketing Mail, Package Services (including Bound Printed Matter, Media Mail, and Library Mail), USPS Ground Advantage, Priority Mail, and Priority Mail Express. A second round o…
These Maryland Bridges Are At Risk Of Failure, NTSB Says After Key Bridge Collapse In Baltimore These Maryland Bridges Are At Risk Of Failure, NTSB Says After Key Bridge Collapse In Baltimore
These Maryland Bridges Are At Risk Of Failure, NTSB Says After Key Bridge Collapse In Baltimore The catastrophic collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland is sparking national concern as federal investigators warn that nearly 70 other bridges across the country could face a similar fate. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) on Thursday, March 20, recommended that 30 bridge owners conduct urgent vulnerability assessments after an investigation into the deadly collapse of the Key Bridge found it was nearly 30 times above the acceptable risk threshold for critical structures. Key Bridge collapse. Baltimore County PD According to the NTSB, 68 bri…
Dump Truck Overturns, Driver Hospitalized: Manchester Twp PD Dump Truck Overturns, Driver Hospitalized: Manchester Twp PD
Dump Truck Overturns, Driver Hospitalized: Manchester Twp PD A driver was hospitalized after his dump truck overturned in Manchester Township on Wednesday, March 12, authorities said. At 11:48 a.m., officers responded to Route 70 and Green Acres Road and found a black 2004 Mack dump truck overturned on its passenger side, Manchester Township police said. An investigation determined the dump truck driver was traveling at a high rate of speed and lost control of the vehicle while making a left turn into the entrance of the Ocean County Landfill, police said. The driver, a 65-year-old Point Pleasant man, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was …
Serious Safety Risk Warning Issued For Americans In Mexico On Spring Break Serious Safety Risk Warning Issued For Americans In Mexico On Spring Break
Serious Safety Risk Warning Issued For Americans In Mexico On Spring Break As spring breakers head to Mexico, the US State Department is warning travelers about serious safety risks. Related story - US Travel Advisory Expanded: These 23 Nations Now Under Warning Recent incidents involving American tourists have raised alarms, necessitating immediate attention from those planning trips south of the border. Travelers are urged to remain vigilant and informed to ensure their safety during this popular travel season. Important Safety Concerns Every year, thousands of US citizens visit Mexico for spring break, drawn by its beautiful beaches and vibrant culture…
Longtime Taxi Service In Scarsdale Postpones Closure After Support From Community (UPDATE) Longtime Taxi Service In Scarsdale Postpones Closure After Support From Community (UPDATE)
Longtime Taxi Service In Scarsdale Postpones Closure After Support From Community (Update) A longtime Westchester taxi service that was set to close at the end of the month has postponed its shutdown in hopes of finding a long-term solution to keep the business running, officials announced.  Central Taxi of Scarsdale, which serves Greenburgh, Hartsdale, Edgemont, Ardsley, and other areas, had planned to close on Friday, Feb. 28 due to financial struggles but will now remain open into March, according to Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner.  The company’s temporary reprieve was made possible due to overwhelming community support and efforts to explore alternative busi…
Breeze Expanding At BDL With Nonstop Flights To Major North Carolina Region Breeze Expanding At BDL With Nonstop Flights To Major North Carolina Region
Breeze Expanding At BDL With Nonstop Flights To Major North Carolina Region Connecticut travelers will soon have a convenient way to get to the Research Triangle region of North Carolina. Breeze Airways is adding new nonstop flights from Bradley International Airport (BDL) in Windsor Locks to Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) near Greensboro, NC. The seasonal service will begin on Friday, June 6. The route will operate twice a week on Mondays and Fridays. "Hartford is one of our largest bases and we continue to see growing demand for more service from Connecticut,” said Breeze CEO and founder David Neeleman. "With Breeze's great produc…
Taxi Service Trusted By Families, Seniors Faces Closure After Decades In Scarsdale Taxi Service Trusted By Families, Seniors Faces Closure After Decades In Scarsdale
Taxi Service Trusted By Families, Seniors Faces Closure After Decades In Scarsdale One of the oldest taxi companies in the country that has served those in Westchester for decades is on the verge of shutting down, prompting town officials and business owners to search for solutions to keep it running.  Central Taxi of Scarsdale is at risk of closing within weeks, Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said on Tuesday, Feb. 18.  The company, which has been a staple for local commuters, parents, seniors, and caregivers, is struggling due to changes in transportation habits, the rise of Uber and Lyft, and financial hardships caused by the pandemic, according t…