A new survey reveals that New Yorkers mostly agree on what's working—and what isn't—in the city

… services from rodent control to the use of tax dollars in a survey conducted by the city government The New York Times … more pleased with NYC life than they were the last time the survey was conducted in 2008 Again this seems to be linked … 6 percent in recent years However overall the article notes about 50 percent of respondents expressed general …

By Alanna Schubach |July 7, 2017 - 1:45PM
Life expectancy is up in NYC--but health still varies significantly by neighborhood

… not because residents of Brownsville are dying of unusual diseases but because they are dying of the same diseasesmostly heart disease and cancerat younger ages and at higher rates  …

By Alanna Schubach |May 23, 2017 - 9:59AM
Do NYC's subways ever get cleaned?

… on segments of their networks While allhours subways and buses are a definite boon to New Yorkers whether … design  At least most of us will never come directly in contact with whatever unhygienic horrors lurk with the track … of maintenance and repairs A spokesperson for the MTA when contacted for comment explained that subway cars are given a …

By Alanna Schubach |May 10, 2017 - 12:59PM
5 things you need to know about elevators before moving into an elevator building

If youve ever helped your friend move their furniture into aand that management is sluggish in handling repairs For buyers its somewhat easier to get this kind of information as any issues with elevator maintenance should be uncovered while you and your attorney perform due …

By Virginia K. Smith |May 4, 2017 - 1:59PM