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New York Post
6 days ago
- Politics
- New York Post
No self-serve gas in New Jersey: Letters to the Editor — Aug. 7, 2025
The Issue: A new bill that would introduce self-service pumps to New Jersey's gas stations. Tommy Behnke's article about Jerseyites pumping their own gas is laughable ('Let Jersey Pump!' PostOpinion, Aug. 3). First of all, most of us like having the gas attendant pump the gas. I don't know about you, but I like not having to stand in the rain, cold or snow to pump gas. Advertisement Second, gas prices might be discounted for self-service for a short period to keep customers, but would soon be brought back up to normal prices. Have you ever seen cheaper prices at the supermarket for self-check out? Plus, the removal of full service puts people out of work. Lastly, just look at New York, where everyone pumps their own gas. The prices are not cheaper for anyone doing self-service, so let's leave well enough alone. Walter Wayne Advertisement Morris Plains, NJ Hey, Tommy, wake up! This is Jersey. Gas stations won't lower prices for self-serve customers as you claim. They will instead raise prices for attendant-pumped gas. Didn't you see 'The Sopranos'? I got a bridge to sell you. Dan Hopkins Washington Township, NJ Advertisement The price per gallon of gasoline has little to do with how it's pumped into a vehicle's tank. New Jersey, now and for a long while, has the most reasonably priced gas in the region. New Yorkers and Pennsylvanians — who reside near the Garden State and have self-service gas — drive there to tank up. Also, millions of Americans can remember when all gas stations provided full service. Outdated? Since when is convenience outdated? Try being elderly or handicapped and needing to pump your own gas. The Motorist Fueling Choice and Convenience Act, while promising choice at the pump, offers no reassurance that it isn't a camel's nose under the tent for universal self-service. Advertisement Ron Wasserman Freehold, NJ I often drive from Rockland County to New Jersey just to get gas, not only because I don't have to pump it myself, but because it's cheaper. The editorial suggests that pump-it-yourself gas will save customers money. But won't it simply encourage Jersey to increase its gas tax to New York and other states' levels? Catherine Ricks Kant New City The Issue: The announcement of the new LA-based California Post, which will launch early next year. Thank you for putting a big smile on my face. I can't wait until you come out with the Los Angeles counterpart to the New York Post ('Coast to coast Post,' Aug. 5). Advertisement There's so much corruption here in the city for you to expose. For example, I know of an apartment building that was sold for $6 million then resold for $9 million a month later to be made into a homeless shelter. I'd love to know whose pockets got lined. Ed Autumn Culver City, Calif. Dear New York Post Editors: I'm wishing you the best, but you have your work cut out for you. Advertisement Common-sense journalism in California? With the politicians they have in place, it makes you wonder if they can even read over there. The pols are taking a beautiful state and turning it into a dumpster fire! Nobody wants to visit — much less live — there, so good luck bringing some sanity to the state. And don't forget your hometown. It looks like we need help, too. Kenneth P. Lebeck Plainview Advertisement I spend a lot of time in southern California. Having The California Post on sale at my local Ralphs or Albertsons is a dream come true. I can only imagine the first California Post headline: 'Stuck on the 405? Read The Post or watch the Bassmaster.' Eric Walters Staten Island Want to weigh in on today's stories? Send your thoughts (along with your full name and city of residence) to letters@ Letters are subject to editing for clarity, length, accuracy, and style.
New York Post
30-07-2025
- New York Post
‘Secret' beach just a short ride from NYC named third best in US — and swimsuits are optional
Sun's out, buns out. New Yorkers looking to beat the heat — and get naked — needn't look much farther than the Big Apple. BoatBooker, an international boat activity service, has named the most underrated beaches in the country — and a Garden State entry made the list. Advertisement Gunnison Beach, located in Sandy Hook, came in third place thanks to its sprawling shores and top-tier views of New York City, located just across the water. However, the skyline sights are far from the only spectacle this seaside destination offers. Gunnison is also the only clothing-optional beach in Jersey, making it a popular place for people with a particular penchant for naturalism. Advertisement 3 Gunnison Beach was the only Northeast spot to snag a top ranking on the list. Scenic Corner – Gunnison Beach has been a favorite of naked New Jerseyans since the '70s. However, the National Park Service advises that beach bums keep a close eye on posted signs to ensure they're not caught wandering au naturel out of bounds, as they could be slapped with a disorderly conduct charge. 3 The sandy stretch has plenty of signs about the clothing-optional culture. Steven Hirsch Advertisement 3 Sandy Hook also has plenty of other beaches for the clothing-inclined, but they may be swarmed by summer crowds. John McAdorey – Not only is it clothing-optional, it's also a close commute for New Yorkers and Jerseyites alike. During the summer months, beachgoers can hop on a ferry from lower Manhattan to get to Sandy Hook in an hour or so. New York has its own highly-ranked beaches to be sure, but this season, the most sought-after spots in the Hamptons have become costlier and more crowded than ever before. Advertisement A simple weekend getaway can cost thousands of dollars, plus hours on the highways in traffic. Aside from the New Jersey beach that took bronze, sandy spots in South Carolina and California fared favorably. In fact, aside from Gunnison, literally no other beaches beat out the top-tier Palmetto and Golden State shores. While these hidden gem spots may boast sprawling, crowd-free sands, many listed areas — Gunnison Beach included — do not have lifeguards on duty. Top underrated beaches in the U.S. in 2025 Vereen Memorial Park, South Carolina Driftwood Beach, South Carolina Gunnison Beach, New Jersey Morris Island, South Carolina Torrey Pines City Beach, California Caswell Beach, North Carolina Dana Strands Beach, California Pirates Cove Beach, California Station 22 – Public Beach Access, South Carolina Edisto Beach State Park Campground, South Carolina Amid a wave of high-profile drownings as a result of coastal rip currents, experts advise beachgoers to monitor weather and wave conditions closely. Kaitlin Krause, the founder of the NYC-based rip current education non-profit Rising Tide Effect, previously told The Post that 'untrained rescuers often become victims themselves,' and advised onlookers to call 911 immediately, and said that 'if you must assist, throw something that floats, like a life ring, buoy or cooler.'
