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Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Bronx repossession leads to seizure of 350 lbs. of cannabis, magic mushrooms
THE BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) — A repossession of a Con Edison gas and electric meter from a property in the Bronx led to the seizure of over 300 pounds of illegal THC and cannabis products on Friday, authorities said. Magic mushrooms were also discovered. The City Marshal's office and Con Edison were at 967 Longfellow Avenue to serve repossession papers for the meter when they unexpectedly stumbled upon a grow house, officials said. More Local News Upon entering the building, authorities said multiple weed plants were cultivated there. The Sheriff's Department ultimately seized 270.1 lbs. of growing cannabis plants, 56.2 lbs. of cannabis flower, 23.9 lbs. of edibles, and 1.8 lbs. of psilocybin mushrooms. According to authorities, in addition to the seizure, the location was issued multiple civil violations, including a vacate order from the Department of Buildings and violations from Con Edison. In total, 350 pounds of weed were seized, and the building was issued an immediate closure. A further investigation is currently underway, police said. Matthew Euzarraga is a multimedia journalist from El Paso, Texas. He has covered local news and LGBTQIA topics in the New York City Metro area since 2021. He joined the PIX11 Digital team in 2023. You can see more of his work here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Bloomberg
21-05-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
RWE CEO Could Double US Projects With More Policy Certainty
German energy company RWE AG said it could double its planned investment projects in the US, if there was greater policy certainty. RWE is one of the biggest renewable energy companies in the US since completing its acquisition of Con Edison in 2023. Two months ago, the firm said it would cut €10 billion ($11.4 billion) from its planned investment in green technologies by the end of the decade as projects face higher risks, particularly in the US. The company is currently building 5 gigawatts of capacity in the US.
Yahoo
27-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Con Edison is hiring entry-level jobs that don't require a college degree
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Ever looked at a job posting and felt bogged down by the extensive list of requirements? Thankfully, not all jobs require years of experience or higher education. Con Edison is currently looking to fill job openings that only require a high school diploma or GED. More Local News The listings are posted on Con Edison's website. (Hybrid) Con Edison is looking for a Clerical Assistant to provide support to Brooklyn and Queens Electric Operations. The position is hybrid and requires three days in the office and two days remote. The shift is Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The salary is $25.75 an hour. Applicants must have a driver's license. Clerical Assistant L1-2 Con Edison is seeking a clerical assistant to work at the Brooklyn and Queens Control Center. The candidate will work on various clerical and administrative tasks as needed. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word is mandatory. The salary is $25.75 an hour. Applicants must have a driver's license. MTA is hiring for jobs with no education requirements, experience Customer Service Representative L1-2 Part-Time Con Edison is hiring part-time customer service representatives for the Brooklyn Call Center. Applicants must be proficient in English. Job duties include taking calls throughout the day, assisting customers with all inquiries, and utilizing various computer-based systems to access customer accounts and input transactions. The salary is $24.78 an hour. Ben Mitchell is a digital content producer from Vermont who has covered both local and international news since 2021. He joined PIX11 in 2024. See more of his work here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
NYC Con Edison customers protest rate hikes, call on state leaders to intervene
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Con Edison customers rallied in Union Square Friday, voicing their opposition to the company's plan to increase electricity and gas bills, if approved by the state. Demonstrators say the proposed rate hikes would devastate working-class New Yorkers. They are urging state leaders to stop the rate hikes and invest in a publicly driven energy system that lowers costs, meets climate goals, improves air quality, and creates green union jobs. More Local News The utility company's proposed hikes include 11.4% for electricity and 13.3% for natural gas. Gustavo Gordillo is a Con Ed customer who says a rate increase would hit him hard. 'It's going to affect me because I can't afford to pay more,' he said. 'I'm a regular working-class New Yorker. I came [to the rally] after my job. I work hard for my money, and I don't want to be giving more of it.' Demonstrators held signs and chanted, saying the increases would stretch their finances to their breaking point. New York State Assemblymember and mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani says the hikes would burden already struggling New Yorkers. 'For Con Ed, there's never enough when it comes to their rate hikes,' said Mamdani. 'Just as recently as they got one, they want another, and what we are here to say is no.' Protesters are urging Governor Kathy Hochul to reject the proposed rate hikes. Hochul has previously opposed the plan, directing the state's Department of Public Service to reject the increases and launch an audit of utility management compensation. Meanwhile, Con Edison cites rising property taxes on energy infrastructure as a key factor behind the proposed hikes. A spokesperson says they recognize the affordability challenges and have provided hundreds of millions of dollars in discounts to low-income customers in response. The spokesperson added, 'We also have a responsibility to continue to safely and efficiently deliver the nation's most reliable power. That means fortifying the grid against increasingly severe weather, supporting the state's clean energy goals and maintaining the workforce we need to conduct ongoing maintenance and swiftly respond to customer service calls.' The rate hike proposal is now before the New York Public Service Commission, which will conduct a series of public hearings and reviews over an 11-month process. A final decision is expected by fall, with any approved increases taking effect in 2026. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
First annual ‘Electrify Vermont Summit' powers up clean energy collaboration
BURLINGTON, Vt. (ABC22 FOX44) — Vermont's electric energy leaders gathered at the University of Vermont today for the state's first ever 'Electrify Vermont Summit,' bringing together policy makers, businesses, nonprofits and researchers. The event started with demonstrations of the newest tech, including electric vehicles, e-bikes, induction cookware and electric lawn equipment. Burlington Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak led opening remarks. 'While climate change is a global challenge… we know that state and local action has an impact as well. Here in Burlington, we are committed to being a climate forward and resilient city,' said the mayor. Keynote speaker Cristina Garcia, a Program Manager of Residential Energy & Heating Electrification at Con Edison, applauded the Burlington Electric Department's efforts in both policy and technological advancement. 'As we look across the country electrification is clearly gaining momentum, more than 350 mayors have signed onto ambitious de-carbonization pledges,' she said. 'That is why events like today's summit are crucial, they bring together diverse stakeholders fostering collaboration and building partnerships that are essential for driving the energy transition forward.' Garcia and other speakers also noted areas of improvement in affordability, creating incentives and tackling aging infrastructure. Panelists, speaking well into Monday afternoon, celebrated the continual growth of electrification but also addressed challenges with tariffs, federal funding and silos within the industry. Many of Monday's speakers also reflected on a growing need for cross-industry relationships— some even calling their peers to action. Mayor Mulvaney-Stanak ended her own speech by saying she hoped to see 'sparks fly' between industry leaders. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
