Monthly Archives: July 2015

#Throwback Thursday: The First Female Toll Collectors

Posted on July 9, 2015 by PANYNJ PORTfolio

In early 1944, the following ad appeared in the classified section of the New York Times: HELP WANTED -Women Toll Collectors-$160 Monthly-Shift work at George Washington Bridge, Holland and Lincoln Tunnels-Height 5’2″ minimum. Age 21 to 35. Weight:  115 to 140 … Continue reading →

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CONCRETE TRUMPS ASPHALT FOR KENNEDY AIRPORT’S RUNWAY 4 LEFT – 22 RIGHT

Posted on July 7, 2015 by PANYNJ PORTfolio

Text and Photos By Ron Marsico, Assistant Director, Media Relations Concrete.  Lots of concrete.  Hundreds of thousands of tons of concrete, actually. One of John F. Kennedy International Airport’s main departure runways, 4 Left-22 Right, is getting a major overhaul … Continue reading →

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JFK International Airport Welcomes the Pope

Posted on July 2, 2015 by PANYNJ PORTfolio

By Steve Coleman, Acting Director, Media Relations There’s always been something mystical about the Pope.  He’s not a rock star, but the public – Catholics and non-Catholics alike – treat him with rock star reverence.  He draws crowds and excitement … Continue reading →

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