This has been National Adoption Week for pets, and by now, thousands of dogs and cats might have new homes in the hearts of many thousands of people. But as the holidays approach, scammers know that families are hearing about their kids’ NEED for a dog or cat. And scammers … <Read More>
Tip of the week:
COVID vaccines are FREE!
Scammers are doubling down on their efforts to scam people out of their money and personal information. That’s why the FTC and the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) are teaming up to remind you: No matter what anyone tells you, you can’t buy COVID-19 vaccines online and there’s no … <Read More>
Weekend Bridge and Street Closures April 16-18 NYC
Information about weekend street closures, including streets closed to facilitate crane operations, is available on the DOT website. Please click here.
New IRS imposter scam targets college students and staff
If you’re a college student, faculty, or staff member, you’re going to want to pay attention to this one. IRS imposters are sending phishing emails to people with “.edu” email addresses, saying they have information about your “tax refund payment.” What do they really want? Your personal information. For more … <Read More>
Alternate Side Parking Rules Suspended February 18-20
Alternate Side Parking Rules Suspended February 18-20
Alternate side parking (street cleaning) regulations are suspended Thursday, February 18-February 20 for snow operations.
All other regulations, including parking meters, remain in effect.
Click here to download the NYCASP calendar.
SUBWAY / BUS SAFETY TIPS from the NYPD
Green Light: If you are taking the subway, use only entrances marked by a green indicator, where there is a clerk present 24 hours a day.
Waiting: During off-peak hours, wait for trains in the “Waiting Areas” specifically designated by the MTA (or) in view of the station booth clerk.… <Read More>
Social media is no place for COVID-19 vaccination cards
Some of you are celebrating your second COVID-19 vaccination with the giddy enthusiasm that’s usually reserved for weddings, new babies, and other life events. You’re posting a photo of your vaccination card on social media. Please — don’t do that! You could be inviting identity theft. Read more click here… <Read More>
Not love, actually
Valentine’s Day is this weekend, so over the next three days, we’re talking about romance scams. Lots of people have profiles on dating apps to meet someone — maybe even more so in these virtual times. And many people have built successful relationships from an online start. But what if, … <Read More>