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Where to Buy Pepper Spray in New York

The basics Pepper spray is a chemical, often used for self defense because it irritates the eyes to cause temporary blindness. It’s legal to carry in New York, but can only be sold through authorized sellers to buyers over 18 with no felony convictions. To purchase pepper spray, you will need to sign a form […]

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How to get a say in your community’s budget

Just the basics City councilmembers can allocate money in their districts for public projects that are decided by residents You can submit ideas for transportation, education, parks, and more You can also volunteer to participate in the process of selecting ideas and putting forth proposals for a community vote Difficulty: Easy to Medium Information Sources: […]

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Things to know before buying a co-op in New York City

Cooperatives (co-ops) are a common type of real estate in NYC that are more affordable than condos. But they come with higher maintenance fees and other rules.

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Transportation

How to double your time at a parking meter

The ParkNYC app offers a convenient way to pay for street parking, but it limits you to one session. That means you have to move your car to another zone after you reach your session limit, which can be annoying af.

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Transportation

How to get the new Excelsior license plates

In mid-2020, the New York state Department of Motor Vehicles began issuing license plates with a new, white design.

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How to support local NYC businesses during the pandemic

Buy gift certificates for use when the pandemic is over We are looking for New Yorkers to help fill out this guide. If you have a tip, please share! And if there’s something in NYC you’d like to know how to do, we got you.