NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) — The ball was ready, the confetti was set up and extra security was on guard late Thursday afternoon for a grand time in Times Square on New Year’s Eve. As CBS2’s Brian Conybeare reported, there is no place some 1 million revelers would rather be than the heart of Times Square. “It’s the place to be,” one woman said. In a matter of minutes, CBS2 met people from around the world — including Tshishbanda Mpoyo of Congo, Africa. “I came to visit my brother. He lives in Maryland, and we wanted to do this,” Mpoyo said. “And it’s been pretty crazy, but it’s worth it.” Lisa Robinson of Boston and her friend, Cheri Reynolds, just had to get a selfie to post on Facebook. “Actually, this was on my bucket list,” Robinson said. “This is our first time here, so we’re excited.” The party begins with musical acts, including Charlie Puth, Demi Lovato and Carrie Underwood, and ends with fireworks and the descent of a glittering Waterford crystal ball from a rooftop flagpole. After a test run Wednesday , the nearly 12,000-pound ball is all set and ready to sparkle. “We’re part of a global experience, a global celebration,” event organizer Jeffrey Strauss said. “There’s no other time like New Year’s Eve where we’re part of this global community.” Thousands had already claimed their spots by the midday hours, with many lining up for a good view of the big stage. Oscar Valencia, of Elizabeth, and his family have come to Times
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