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After an 18-year-old Indian tourist died in a runaway horse carriage incident in Central Park last month, the City Council will hold a hearing tomorrow on a proposed ban on horse-drawn carriage operations, which have featured in the park since the 19th century. Relatives of the teen, Romanch Mahajan, plan to testify remotely from India in support of the measure.
“Our family is completely shattered,” said Gaurav Mahajan, Romanch's uncle. “We are living in a state of profound shock and agony that we may never truly be able to overcome.”
The death of the recent high school graduate marked the eighth time since May 2025 that Central Park horses have been involved in on-the-job incidents. It has also been a turning point in the debate over the industry.
“This is the first time that we have the Council willing to play ball — this is the furthest it’s ever gone and I think we can take it all the way,” said Councilmember Christopher Marte (D-Manhattan), the bill’s main sponsor.
The proposal is backed by the Central Park Conservancy, but is opposed by Transport Workers Union Local 100, which represents the carriage drivers. The union says it supports more regulation of the industry rather than a forced wind-down.
A heat advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. today to 9 p.m. tomorrow, and an air quality alert for ozone is in effect from 11 a.m. today to 11 p.m. tonight. A high near 94 and sunny during the day, a low near 78 and mostly clear at night. City cooling centers are open.
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Midday in the Bronx, 2 trains run every 16 minutes between Gun Hill Road and Wakefield–241 Street. Find all the MTA’s planned changes and the latest delays here.
Business Capital for New Entrepreneurs: Funding Strategies and Credit Tips to Help You Grow
Starting a business takes more than a great idea—it takes resources. Whether you’re launching a service, opening a storefront, or building an online brand, access to capital can shape how quickly you can get started and how confidently you can grow. For new entrepreneurs, the path to funding often begins with a clear plan, strong local connections, and smart credit habits. There’s no single “right” way to fund a new venture. Many entrepreneurs combine multiple strategies over time:
Start with a solid business plan: Outline what you sell, who your customers are, how you will reach them, and how you will make money. Include cash flow projections—your expected income and expenses over time—so you can map revenue and anticipate slower months.
Explore local grants and programs: Local organizations can share grant opportunities, pitch competitions, and entrepreneur support resources through newsletters and digital platforms. These can be especially helpful for first-time founders who want to minimize debt early on.
Connect with your banker early: Meeting early can help you understand what lenders typically look for, what documentation you’ll need, and how to strengthen your business profile over time. A banker may also be able to alert you to products or programs that are designed to support new businesses.
Consider crowdfunding: Crowdfunding platforms can help you raise capital directly from your community. For some entrepreneurs, it’s also a way to validate demand, build visibility, and start creating a customer base before a full launch.
Seek angel investors or venture capital (when it fits): If your business is designed to scale quickly—such as a high-growth product or technology-based model—investors may be a strong match. This route typically requires preparation: a compelling pitch, a strong understanding of your numbers, and networking to find the right partners.
Business capital isn’t just about getting funding—it’s about building a foundation that supports smart decisions, steady cash flow, and long-term growth. With a strong plan, the right local connections, and responsible credit habits, new entrepreneurs can move from “starting up” to building something sustainable and successful.
After refusing to give a timeline for when New Yorkers might receive new, higher-tech Electronic Benefits Transfer cards last week, Gov. Hochul’s office announced Monday that chip cards will come out in the first quarter of next year.
As The City Reporter wrote in June, the state’s reliance on old-fashioned magnetic-stripe cards has resulted in a widespread failure in food benefits delivery because transnational crime syndicates have learned to hack the information that supplies the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to 1.7 million people in the city.
Hochul’s office noted the federal government stopped funding replacement benefits at the end of 2024 for SNAP recipients who had their benefits stolen “and the Trump administration has refused to consider reauthorizing such replacement.” But her administration has so far refused lawmakers’ pleas for the state to fill in the gaps in the meantime.
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