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Stratford, CT
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Security Camera Catches UPS Worker Tossing Package At Connecticut Home, Hitting Garage Door
With the holiday season in full swing, at least one UPS driver is going to make it on the “naughty list” after being caught on camera haphazardly tossing packages that were to be delivered in Connecticut. The delivery driver was spotted on a home security camera, shot putting a package toward the front door of a Plantsville home, in a video that has since gone viral since being posted online by ABC7 NY and on social media by the homeowner. In the video, the hooded driver can be seen taking a package from the truck and throwing it overhand at the house before turning around and getting back …
Elizabeth, NJ
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: The Grinch Stars In Summit PD's Anti-Theft Video
Thefts of packages from front porches and unlocked vehicles is a year-round problem, but one that's especially bad right during the holiday season, when many are driving around with presents or getting them delivered to their homes. Many police departments have created lighthearted memes and other social media to remind residents about taking basic precautions against theft. The Summit Police Department, however, has perhaps taken things to the next level. The city Monday released a video on YouTube starring everyone's favorite green villain, The Grinch, the Dr. Seu…
Hackensack, NJ
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UPS To Hire 11,000 Workers Ahead Of Holiday Season In NY, NJ
Need to make some extra money? UPS may be your answer. The company will be hiring nearly 11,000 seasonal employees in New York and New Jersey ahead of the busy holiday season. The employees will be brought onboard to support the heavy package volume that will begin in November and continue through January 2020. The full- and part-time seasonal positions are primarily for package handlers, drivers and driver-helpers, and have long been an entry point for permanent employment at UPS. Many senior UPS executives, including Chairman and CEO David Abney, along with other member…
Newburgh, NY
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State Suspends Construction-Related Lane Closures Over Peak Holiday Driving Times
Christmas has come early for travelers in New York, as all temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects has been suspended on state highways. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that all road work behind temporary lane closures ended beginning at 6 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 21 and lasting until 6 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 26. Work will also be suspended from 6 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 29 through 6 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 2. "The holiday season is a special time of year that should be spent in the company of family and friends and not in construction-related traffic jams,” NYSDO…
Mahopac, NY
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Putnam Sheriff, Carmel, Kent Police Launch
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Holiday Crackdown
With a record number of travelers expected to hit the road this holiday season, county and local law enforcement agencies in Putnam are cautioning area residents to mind the rules of the road take it easy on the eggnog if they’re going to get behind the wheel. Coming off one of the busiest Thanksgiving travel seasons, Americans getting ready to go on the move for the Christmas and New Year holidays. AAA estimates that a record-breaking 112.5 million travelers - more than a third of all Americans - are expected to visit family and friends for the holiday. AAA estimates that an estimated 102 …
Port Chester, NY
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New Tips: Prevent Porch Pirates From Spoiling Holiday Season
With holiday season in full swing, e-commerce sales are on the rise. That being said, it only takes a moment for a package to get snatched and stolen right off of your porch by what people are calling ‘porch pirates.’ Police are raising awareness about this type of thievery, which is becoming increasingly popular in many areas. Here’s what you need to know about preventing porch pirate thievery this season: Get Packages Delivered to an Alternate Location If you live in an area that’s particularly prone to pirates, consider getting packages sent to an alternate address, like your workplace.…
Armonk, NY
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Area Homes Offer The Gift of Luxury This Holiday Season
There's no place like New York City for the holidays – from the lights and shows to the storefronts and dining – Manhattan takes on a magical charm come the winter season. However, escaping from the madness and enjoying quality time with friends and family at home can be equally as enjoyable. Thankfully for homeowners in Westchester County, it's easy to enjoy the sights of the city and still be home by dinner. Douglas Elliman Real Estate is currently featuring two spectacular listings that offer the perfect holiday retreat for inviting and entertaining guests all season long. Located j…
Paramus, NJ
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'Childhood Restored': North Jersey Can't Get Enough Of Big Santa At Garden State Plaza
Bergen County lifers couldn't be happier for Big Santa's big return to the Garden State Plaza. Applause resonated through the mall's parking lot -- and dozens of others huddled around mobile devices to watch social media livestreams -- as the icon was welcomed back during a Tuesday evening ceremony, following a nearly 30-year hiatus. "My childhood restored!" Charles Freericks said on social media. "So happy to see him again!" Dee Bannion-Day added. "A dream come true." The massive icon signaled the unofficial start of the holiday season for generations. And now, he's back.
Beekman-Poughquag, NY
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Don't Let The Holidays Derail Your Diet: Follow These Easy Tips
With Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Eve right around the corner, keeping track of your weight can seem like an afterthought. “Most people end up gaining three to five pounds during the holiday season," said Jaclyn Meyer, MS, a registered and certified Dietitian-Nutritionist and a Diabetes Educator at HealthAlliance Hospital’s Diabetes Education Center in Kingston, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). "Add that to the five to 10 extra you’re trying to shed, and the numbers add up quickly.” Luckily, there’s no need to hole up for the holidays. Her…
