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Flatbush Scoop · Nov 2, 2026

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New York's unemployment benefits system is scheduled to shut down at 7 p.m. Monday for a major technology upgrade expected to last 9 to 12 days. The temporary shutdown could delay benefit payments for tens of thousands of New Yorkers. Officials say recipients will not lose their benefits and can claim back payments once the updated system becomes available.

New York's unemployment benefits system is scheduled to shut down at 7 p.m. Monday for a major technology upgrade expected to last 9 to 12 days. The temporary shutdown could delay benefit payments for tens of thousands of New Yorkers. Officials say recipients will not lose their benefits and can claim back payments once the updated system becomes available.

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