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Mayor, Police Officials Tout Times Square New Year's Eve Security Measures

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) - The New York Police Department is planning ahead for the New Year's Eve crowds.

An estimated 1 million people gather around Times Square each New Year's.

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With the ball getting a crystal facelift, the event is sure to be a good show.

People traveling through and around Times Square in the days ahead can expect more barriers and a heavier police presence ahead of the 2019 celebration.

 

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