Top News in NYC & Tri-State Update August 3rd: NYC is reopening - slowly and carefully, including outdoor arts & entertainment such as zoos and sidewalk dining, indoor shopping and professional sports events with no fans. It's a great time to be a tourist in your own hometown, since popular attractions are not crowded. Breaking News: The Radio City … [Read more...] about NYC Update: What’s Open, Cancelled, Postponed
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American Express Credit for Shopping Small Businesses
NYCOTC loves small businesses, and we love American Express for supporting them, by giving you $5 back on your bill for using your card at a participating business - each time you use the card, up to $50 back before the program ends. That's a deal! NYCOTC Editor Evelyn Kanter is the daughter of two local shopkeepers - my mom's store was in Inwood, my dad's store was in … [Read more...] about American Express Credit for Shopping Small Businesses
Boycotting Goya Products? Try These Authentic Alternatives
There are many authentic Latinx-made products, including some produced here in NYC, to replace the Goya products being boycotted over the CEO's recent support of the Trump administration and its anti-immigrant and anti-DACA policies. Also, some are organic, gluten-free, Kosher and Vegan. Equally important, they are created by small business entrepeneurs, which continue … [Read more...] about Boycotting Goya Products? Try These Authentic Alternatives
ICYMI: News You Missed in June
ICYMI – Here is our monthly recap of recent NYC news you might have missed during the last few weeks. As usual, our list is is a mix of good news and bad, with a combination of real estate, transportation, entertainment and shopping news. We always identify our sources, too. No fake news, sarcasm, leaks, collusion, quid pro quo, temper tantrums or witch hunts on … [Read more...] about ICYMI: News You Missed in June
Stores Re-Opened in Midtown Include Saks, Nordstrom, Tiffany, Uniqlo, Nike, Apple
Some stores have closed forever, others have re-opened with little fanfare and new precautions to help both employees and shoppers feel safe and comfortable, including reserving store elevators for seniors and those with health issues. Most retailers and restaurants in Midtown have re-opened, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstroms, Tiffany, Uniqlo, Nike and … [Read more...] about Stores Re-Opened in Midtown Include Saks, Nordstrom, Tiffany, Uniqlo, Nike, Apple
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.
ICYMI: News You Missed in April
ICYMI – Here is our monthly recap of recent NYC news you might have missed during the last few weeks. In these strange and stressful days, let's focus on the good news, including about the inventive NYC tech corridor helping to save lives. As usual, our list is heavy on real estate and gentrification, entertainment news, restaurant and shopping news, and other … [Read more...] about ICYMI: News You Missed in April
NYC Update: What’s Open, Closed, Cancelled, Postponed
NYC has a 24-hour COVID-19 hotline for up to date information. Call (888) 364-3065. If you are part of an at-risk population such as a senior or immuno-compromised and want testing, call (844) NYC-4NYC, or call 311 (save 911 for urgent emergencies). New diagnostic testing sites open on Monday, April 20 in some of the hardest-hit areas in NYC including: Harlem - … [Read more...] about NYC Update: What’s Open, Closed, Cancelled, Postponed
Special Shopping Hours for Seniors & Vulnerable
Supermarkets and others selling food, health and cleaning productsare offering special shopping hours for seniors and others who are most vulnerable to Coronavirus. In NYC that includes Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Key Food, Fairway, Stop & Shop, Duane Reade/Walgreens. The special hours are before the stores open to the general public, with shelves which have been … [Read more...] about Special Shopping Hours for Seniors & Vulnerable
ICYMI: NYC News You Missed in February
ICYMI - Here is our monthly recap of recent NYC news you might have missed during the last few weeks. As usual, our list is heavy on real estate and gentrification, including businesses going out of business because of it, restaurant and shopping news, the growing tech corridors in New York City, and other tidbits, We identify our sources, too. No fake news, leaks, … [Read more...] about ICYMI: NYC News You Missed in February
