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Tag: Coronavirus Chronicles
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NBK Vax Helps Neighbors Navigate COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout
New York’s vaccine rollout process is mired with issues and inequalities.
Posted inEvents
The City Reliquary’s Holiday Bazaar Features Gifts, Crafts, and Drag
For those missing the buzz and cheer of a holiday market packed with unique gifts, ideas for stocking stuffers, and even frisky entertainment, fret not: The City Reliquary in Williamsburg […]
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Food Scrap Drop-Off Returns to McCarren Greenmarket
After a five-month break as COVID-19 swept New York City, GrowNYC’s food scrap drop-off site has returned to the McCarren Park Greenmarket (N 12 Street and Driggs Avenue) on Saturdays […]
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Yemeni Coffee Shop Qahwah House Opens on Bedford Avenue in Williamsburg
Williamsburg’s first Yemeni coffee shop is now open on Bedford Avenue near the L train. Qahwah House (162 Bedford Ave.) opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony last Sunday, making it the second […]
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Coronavirus Self-Testing Now Available in Greenpoint and Williamsburg
As NYC continues to experience an uptick in COVID-19 cases in November, the city has introduced self-testing sites in Greenpoint and Williamsburg to help people get tested for the virus. […]
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Xi’an Famous Foods to Reopen on Manhattan Avenue
It’s a pandemic miracle! Passersby on Manhattan Avenue this week breathed a sigh of relief seeing the signage at the former home of fast-casual chain, Xi’an Famous Foods: A banner […]
Posted inEat & Drink
Brooklyn Brewery Reopens Tasting Room
As the pandemic continues throughout the fall without an end in sight, more local businesses are finding ways to attract business and serve the community amidst ongoing limitations. Brooklyn Brewery […]
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Le Crocodile ‘Upstairs’ Brings Private Dining to Wythe Hotel’s Vacant Rooms
In response to the coronavirus pandemic which has lead to strict social distancing requirements for indoor dining, Le Crocodile (80 Wythe Ave.) has refashioned the vacant rooms on the second […]
Posted inEat & Drink
Aussie-Infused Hole in the Wall Debuts on Bedford Avenue
Don’t let the name fool you. With its airy interior, glowing shelves, and stately facade, Hole in the Wall (292 Bedford Ave.) is far from a…well, you get it. As […]