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Congress Loses VIP Perks Through Major Airline As Shutdown Fuels Airport Chaos Congress Loses VIP Perks Through Major Airline As Shutdown Fuels Airport Chaos
Congress Loses VIP Perks Through Major Airline As Shutdown Fuels Airport Chaos Delta Air Lines said it is suspending special travel services for members of Congress as airports nationwide are gripped by hourslong lines amid the ongoing partial government shutdown. The carrier confirmed the suspension of the perks on Tuesday, March 24. Lawmakers won't receive airport escorts, seat upgrades, and priority rebooking during the pause, although a dedicated reservation phone line will remain available. The move comes as flyers face growing delays at security checkpoints, with more Transportation Security Administration agents quitting or calling out sick. TSA …
DHS Reverses TSA PreCheck Suspension After Outcry From Travelers, Airlines DHS Reverses TSA PreCheck Suspension After Outcry From Travelers, Airlines
DHS Reverses TSA PreCheck Suspension After Outcry From Travelers, Airlines Travelers can breathe a sigh of relief as the Department of Homeland Security reversed course on a plan to suspend TSA PreCheck just hours before it was set to take effect.  The abrupt about-face on Sunday, Feb. 22, followed a wave of criticism from passengers and airline leaders, who warned the move would spark chaos at airports nationwide. The drama began late Saturday, Feb. 21, when DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced that both TSA PreCheck and Global Entry would be suspended starting at 6 a.m. the following morning. The decision, made during a partial government shutdown over immig…
FAA Slashes Newark Flights Through 2025 — Here’s What It Means For You FAA Slashes Newark Flights Through 2025 — Here’s What It Means For You
FAA Slashes Newark Flights Through 2025 — Here’s What It Means For You Newark Liberty International Airport will continue operating under reduced flight limits through 2025 to cut down on delays, federal officials announced Friday, June 6. The Federal Aviation Administration said the cap on arrivals and departures—initially a temporary measure—has now been extended through Dec. 31, 2025. The FAA said this move follows "productive discussions with airlines and the conclusion of a public comment period." The change, which takes effect immediately, limits arrivals and departures to 28 per hour on weekends during airport construction, from Sept. 1 through the end …
Equipment Failure Disrupts Newark Airport Air Traffic Control — Again Equipment Failure Disrupts Newark Airport Air Traffic Control — Again
Equipment Failure Disrupts Newark Airport Air Traffic Control — Again Another air traffic control outage hit Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday, May 11, as federal authorities announced plans to reduce the number of flights into the troubled travel hub. “There was a telecommunications issue at Philadelphia TRACON Area C, which guides aircraft in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport airspace,” the FAA said in a statement. “The FAA briefly slowed aircraft in and out of the airport while we ensured redundancies were working as designed.” The 11 a.m. outage marked the latest disruption at Newark Liberty, which diverted or canceled dozens of…
Collingdale Officer Accused Of Road Rage Shooting Fired After 4 Days: PA State Police Collingdale Officer Accused Of Road Rage Shooting Fired After 4 Days: PA State Police
Collingdale Officer Accused Of Road Rage Shooting Fired After 4 Days: PA State Police A newly sworn-in Collingdale Police officer was terminated after just four days on the job following allegations that he pointed a gun and fired at another driver during a 2023 road rage incident, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Friday, Jan. 17. Kevon Darden, 25, of Ambler, was sworn in on Sunday, Jan. 12 to address staffing shortages in the Collingdale Police Department, borough officials said. By Thursday, Jan. 16, he was terminated after charges including simple assault, harassment, and terroristic threats were filed against him in connection to the April 2023 incident, police said…
Trash Build-Up, No Hot Water: Medford Care Center Faces License Suspension, State Says Trash Build-Up, No Hot Water: Medford Care Center Faces License Suspension, State Says
Trash Build-Up, No Hot Water: Medford Care Center Faces License Suspension, State Says The New Jersey Department of Health has issued a Notice of Intent to Summarily Suspend the license of Medford Care Center, citing severe violations that pose an immediate threat to the health and safety of residents, according to officials. The action comes after multiple investigations revealed deficiencies at the long-term care facility, including financial instability, staffing shortages, unsafe equipment, and failure to meet basic standards of care. Key Violations Identified No Full-Time Administrator: The licensed administrator has not been on-site in over six months, leaving day-to-…
Some Police Services To Be Cut By Wappingers Falls Some Police Services To Be Cut By Wappingers Falls
Some Police Services To Be Cut By Wappingers Falls Residents of a village in the region were informed of a police service cut only two days before it took effect. The change is taking place in Dutchess County. As of Friday, Nov. 15, at 11:59 p.m., the Village of Wappingers Falls Police Department's operational hours will shift from 8 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week.  Village officials said in a press release that this means the village police will no longer provide overnight coverage, but alternative support will be in place.  "This decision was made after exhaustive consideration, dialogue, and review of the options&nbs…
CP Unlimited Uses Innovative Ideas To Maintain Staff From Near And Far CP Unlimited Uses Innovative Ideas To Maintain Staff From Near And Far
CP Unlimited Uses Innovative Ideas To Maintain Staff From Near And Far In recent years, staffing shortages across the Hudson Valley—and specifically amongst the wide field of service providers to vulnerable populations—have created an environment where there simply aren’t enough people to fill all of the necessary positions. A person who requires 24-hour care, for instance, will need three people working in eight-hour shifts to cover their day. If one of those three caretakers does not show, the ripple extends outwards to many others. That’s why for an agency like Constructive Partnerships (CP) Unlimited that cares for many dozens of people with intellectual …
Massachusetts Hospital Crisis: Beds 'Clogged' With Patients, Report Says Massachusetts Hospital Crisis: Beds 'Clogged' With Patients, Report Says
Massachusetts Hospital Crisis: Beds 'Clogged' With Patients, Report Says Over 1,000 Massachusetts patients are "stuck" in hospital beds when they should be discharged, creating a clogged system and treatment plan delays, a new report says. Nearly one out of every seven medical-surgical beds in Massachusetts hospitals is occupied by patients who are awaiting discharge and no longer need acute care, according to a report released on Monday, June 12 by the Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association.  That means 15% of acute care hospital beds are unnecessarily occupied, due to an array of reasons that include barriers related to primary health insura…
Popular Flemington Eatery Temporarily Closed After Former Owner ‘Can Weather The Storm No More' Popular Flemington Eatery Temporarily Closed After Former Owner ‘Can Weather The Storm No More'
Popular Flemington Eatery Temporarily Closed After Former Owner ‘Can Weather The Storm No More' A popular Italian restaurant in Flemington has temporarily closed after the owner announced that he is walking away from the business due to risings costs and staff shortages. Justin Carlisi, chef and owner of Stanton Italian Table on Stanton Rd., made the announcement on Facebook on Friday, Sept. 30. The choice has been made that we are closing our doors at Stanton Italian Table with the rising cost of goods and... Posted by Justin Carlisi on Friday, September 30, 2022 “The choice has been made that we are closing our doors at Stanton Italian Table with the rising cost of goods and st…
Hudson Valley Café Reopens After Months-Long Closure Hudson Valley Café Reopens After Months-Long Closure
Hudson Valley Café Reopens After Months-Long Closure A popular café in the region has officially reopened after a months-long closure due to staffing shortages. The owners of Frida’s Café & Bakery in Milton in Ulster County announced on Thursday, May 12, that the eatery was back in business. “We are thrilled to announce that Frida's is officially open!!! Come visit us from 7-3 to meet our lovely new staff and try our new menu," the owners said in a Facebook post. "Our team has worked very hard to ensure a fantastic customer experience upon reopening. You will not be disappointed!” The owners previously announced on Jan. 1 that the busine…
Montgomery County Liquor Stores See Reduced Hours Due To COVID-19 Montgomery County Liquor Stores See Reduced Hours Due To COVID-19
Montgomery County Liquor Stores See Reduced Hours Due To Covid-19 The Montgomery County’s Department of Alcohol Beverage Services says it will temporarily reduce hours at its retail stores due to COVID-19. The virus has apparently caused major staffing shortages and starting Jan. 12, temporary business hours will be 12:00 p.m.-8:00.pm. Monday through Saturday.  Sunday hours will remain 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. The Poolesville store, which closed earlier due to staffing shortages, will reopen on Jan. 12. A complete list of all ABS stores, including locations, hours and phone numbers, can be found here. ABS is the alcohol wholesaler of beer, wine, a…
Nearly 60% Of NJ Small Businesses May Call It Quits Due To COVID-19: Survey Nearly 60% Of NJ Small Businesses May Call It Quits Due To COVID-19: Survey
Nearly 60% Of NJ Small Businesses May Call It Quits Due To Covid-19: Survey More than half of New Jersey's small business owners may call it quits due to COVID-19, according to a new survey. The New Jersey Business & Industry Association report found that of the business owners contacted, 28% said they will look to sell or shutdown their business sooner than expected due to continued obstacles, while 31% said they are still determining if their plans will change. “When nearly 60% of employers are either looking to end their businesses sooner, or considering it, due to these continued obstacles, it should be a red flag for our policymakers wh…