Our weekend roundup of the most popular reads, resources, deals and advice, just in case you missed anything, such as best NYC parks for fall foliage, Halloween events, and where to get free flu shots. NYCOTC has always been about saving you money with news of freebies and discounts, even more important in these difficult times. Get more NYC for less money with … [Read more...] about Best of the Week Reads on NYC on the Cheap
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Where to Get Free Flu Shots in New York City
Reminder to get your flu shot, if you have not already done so. A flu shot won't protect you from Covid-19, but it will protect you from the flu so you don't suffer a double-whammy. Symptoms are similar for the flu and for the Coronavirus. Both are viral infections. Similar symptoms include runny nose, headache, cough and fever. And yes, those are also the same … [Read more...] about Where to Get Free Flu Shots in New York City
NYC Update: What’s Open, Cancelled, Postponed
Top News in NYC & Tri-State Update Sept. 24 The world's largest New Year's Eve party, in Times Square, will be virtual. The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade also will be virtual. The Metropolitan Opera has cancelled its 2020/21 season. Indoor dining resumes in NYC on Sept. 30, with restaurants limited to 25% capacity. Outdoor dining continues. Now the … [Read more...] about NYC Update: What’s Open, Cancelled, Postponed
Freebies & Deals for Teachers, Frontline & Emergency Service Workers
Continued thanks to all the businesses and groups in NYC and nationwide offering FREE and discounted products and services to frontline health and medical workers, first responders and others keeping us alive and safe in these stressful days. And also for teachers, who are returning to classrooms in difficult times. Most deals extend to all hospital staff and first … [Read more...] about Freebies & Deals for Teachers, Frontline & Emergency Service Workers
NYC Update: What’s Open, Closed, Cancelled, Postponed April 20
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). This was published in April 2020 Click here for current weekly update New … [Read more...] about NYC Update: What’s Open, Closed, Cancelled, Postponed April 20
NYC Weekend: What to Do Virtually & Free
Stay home, stay safe, stay entertained with this virtual and streaming collection to see Broadway stars perform, visit a NYC museum, attend the Met opera, check out books from the library - all FREE and all from the comfort of your home. This holy weekend includes a FREE online Saturday Night Seder with top Broadway and TV stars and a concert with Andrea Bocelli from one of … [Read more...] about NYC Weekend: What to Do Virtually & Free
NYC Update: Gov’t Resources for Help
If you've lost your job and worried about paying your rent or utility bills, a small business worried about paying your employees, exhibiting symptoms or Covid-19, or just need somebody to talk to, these NYC and NY State resources, including hotlines and FREE meals, will help us all survive these stressful, even lonely, days. Federal stimulus payments: To help … [Read more...] about NYC Update: Gov’t Resources for Help
NYC Update: Helping Restaurants
With restaurants and bars closed except for delivery, and many restaurants shut entirely, tens of thousands of NYC restaurant workers are out of work, and can't wait weeks for money to pay the bills via NY State unemployment or the federal stimulus package. Here's what the NYC restaurant industry is doing to help, and how you can help support - literally - your favorite … [Read more...] about NYC Update: Helping Restaurants
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
How to Get Help for Your Small Business in NYC
NYC is offering financial help for small businesses losing money because of Covid-19. Small businesses with fewer than five employees can get a grant to cover 40% of payroll costs for two months to help retain employees. Those are the mom-and-pop stores which remain the lifeblood of NYC. Businesses with between six and 100 employees can apply for zero interest loans of … [Read more...] about How to Get Help for Your Small Business in NYC
