People with COVID-19 have reported a wide range of symptoms, ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Some have no symptoms, others suffer seriously enough to be hospitalized. This information is from the NYC Government website, which we are sharing again because it's faster and more convenient than you searching online for such important information. The … [Read more...] about Coronavirus Symptoms & What To Do If You Are Sick
Crisis Resources
When to Expect Your $600 Stimulus Check. Your Questions Answered
Now that the Pandemic Relief Bill has been signed into law, the two top questions are how much you will get and when. Basically - Eligible taxpayers and dependents get $600 each. While some lucky people already are receiving their stimulus checks, most of us will have to wait until at least mid-January before the money is direct deposited into your bank account, … [Read more...] about When to Expect Your $600 Stimulus Check. Your Questions Answered
NYC Update: What’s Open, Cancelled, Postponed
Top News in NYC & Tri-State Update Dec. 28 The world's largest New Year's Eve party, in Times Square, also will be virtual. Brooklyn's famous Coney Island Polar Bear Club has cancelled its traditional New Year's Day plunge in the Atlantic Ocean. NYC holiday lights, windows and trees is will be lit through Jan. 3, some through Jan. 10. Visiting the Rockefeller … [Read more...] about NYC Update: What’s Open, Cancelled, Postponed
Amazon Career Day for 33,000 Jobs in NYC and Nationwide
Online retail giant Amazon is holding a first-of-its-kind virtual career fair to hire 33,000 new corporate and technology workers in NYC and nationwide. Average compensation is $150,000, including salary and stock. There also is one-on-one career coaching that could lead to promotions and more pay, the company told ABC News. "COVID-19 continues to affect … [Read more...] about Amazon Career Day for 33,000 Jobs in NYC and Nationwide
Get $420 for Groceries for Your School Children
Here's a new benefit for every public school family in New York City and New York State - $420 per child for groceries. The new P-EBT payment is automatic, whatever your income or immigration status, whether or not you are employed. The $420 is for children enrolled in NYC and NY State public schools, to help pay for the FREE school breakfasts and school lunches they … [Read more...] about Get $420 for Groceries for Your School Children
NYC Free Meals Program Continues Through Summer
NYC has extended the free meal program through the summer, with more than 400 Meal Hubs throughout the city to pick up "grab and go" packages of healthy meals for breakfast or lunch, or both. Certified Kosher and Halal meals also are available. No one will be turned away. No registration, ID or documentation is required to get a free meal in New York … [Read more...] about NYC Free Meals Program Continues Through Summer
NYC Phase Two Re-Opening on Mon., June 22 Includes Haircuts, Outdoor Dining, Playgrounds
Phase Two rules begin in NYC on Monday, June 22, which means salons and barber shops re-open, as do playgrounds in NYC parks, and restaurants can begin outdoor dining. There's also more in-store shopping, and car dealers, houses of worship and offices also can re-open with limited capacity and social distancing rules. You must wear a mask to enter a store in NYC, even for … [Read more...] about NYC Phase Two Re-Opening on Mon., June 22 Includes Haircuts, Outdoor Dining, Playgrounds
Free Meal Delivery for Homebound New Yorkers
If you are not able to go out to get food, or if you cannot afford to have your meals or groceries delivered, NYC continues to provide FREE meal delivery of up to 18 meals at a time, including for family members living with you. The NYC Food Delivery Assistance program is for seniors and other homebound New Yorkers who do not have other assistance programs, such as Meals on … [Read more...] about Free Meal Delivery for Homebound New Yorkers
Phase One Open for Business in Union Square/Flatiron/14th St.
It's been a tough 100 days for all of us living or working or owning shops and restaurants in New York City. Phase One re-opening means business can re-open with curbside pick-up, and restaurants can continue serving take-out and curbside pick-up. Here is a list of what's open now in the Union Square-14th Street area. If your business is has reopened and you would like … [Read more...] about Phase One Open for Business in Union Square/Flatiron/14th St.
Last Chance to Get an Absentee Ballot to Vote by Mail in NYC & NY State
All elections are important, and this 2020 election year may be more important than most. This is your last chance to get an absentee ballot to vote by mail in the New York State primary on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. Your request must be postmarked by Friday, June 12, to be eligible to vote by mail. Download and complete a voter registration form now, fill it out … [Read more...] about Last Chance to Get an Absentee Ballot to Vote by Mail in NYC & NY State
