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Hyde Park, NY
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Covid-
19: Executive Order Caps Third-Party Food Delivery Fees In Dutchess County
Dutchess County officials have announced a temporary cap on service fees charged by third-party food delivery companies to no more than 15 percent of the cost of the food order amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Executive Marc Molinaro signed Local Emergency Order No. 13, on Thursday, Jan. 14, in an effort to help support local restaurants struggling during the pandemic. “The economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted many industries, but none more so than the foodservice and hospitality industry," Molinaro said. "By temporarily capping the fees to no more than 15 percent,…
Stony Point, NY
Your Community
Covid-
19: NY Restaurant, Bars Affected By Pandemic Can Apply For Grants
Thousands of restaurants and bars across New York hit hard due to the COVID-19 pandemic can now apply for help from the “Raising the NYS Bar” Restaurant Recovery Fund. The fund, made possible through financial donations led by Diageo North America and supported by Coastal Pacific Wine & Spirits, will be implemented by the non-profit National Development Council. With more than $3 million in funding available, many restaurants or bars could receive up to $5,000 to help them through the pandemic. The fund is meant to help eligible restaurants adjust their operations to the impacts …
Lower Merion-Narberth, PA
Breaking News
Montgomery County Rolls Out $5M Grant Program For Restaurants Bruised By
Covid-
19
Montgomery County businesses struggling through the COVID-19 pandemic have four days to get some relief. The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners has announced grant program that aims to provide economic stability to food service, having budgeted $5 million in county economic development funds. Businesses can apply for $10,000 through the new program, announced months after the success of an initial $1 million grant assistance in 2020. The application window for this program will close on Friday, Jan. 8, at noon. “In order to begin progressing towards a full economic recovery…
Paterson, NJ
Breaking News
Shore Bar, JC Lounge Among NJ Bizzes Facing
Covid-r
elated Liquor License Suspensions
ON THE ROCKS: A dozen New Jersey bars and restaurants could have their liquor licenses temporarily suspended for what state authorities said are violations of Gov. Murphy’s COVID shutdown orders. Although most of the suspensions being sought by the ABC are for less than a month – including three for 10 days – a Jersey Shore bar and grill is looking at a possible 66-day suspension while pouring at a downtown Jersey City nightspot could stop for nearly three months. SEE LIST BELOW (with links to violation notices) New Jersey’s Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control is asking a judge for the …
Lower Merion-Narberth, PA
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'Land Of The Free': Montgomery County Restaurants Defy New COVID Restrictions
Restaurants, gyms and movie theaters in Pennsylvania were ordered shut until Jan. 4 as part of a tighter set of restrictions set forth by Gov. Tom Wolf. But several Montgomery County businesses already hit hard by the pandemic insist on staying open. The West Main Diner in Lansdale said in a Dec. 11 Facebook announcement that it will continue to stay open for dine in, carry-out and curbside service while complying by CDC guidelines. “West Main Diner is proud to have been a mainstay in the Lansdale community for the last 15 years,” the post said. “The staff at West Main Diner wil…
Springfield, MA
Breaking News
Covid-
19 Masks To Be Worn In More Situations, For Longer Under New Regs
People are required to wear their face masks for longer and in more situations under the newest economic restrictions to fight the spread of COVID-19 in Massachusetts. On Sunday, Dec. 13, Massachusetts rolled back the economy to Step 1 of Phase 3 - a move that reduces restaurant capacity, and closes indoor performance spaces, among other things, according to an outline provided by the Governor's office. Patrons in restaurants must now wear masks unless they are eating or drinking and masks must be worn in offices and gyms at all times unless a person is there alone. A protest of the new r…
Fort Lee, NJ
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Cuomo Suspends Indoor NYC Dining Again, Enclosures Included
Enjoy this weekend if you’re going out to eat in New York City: Indoor dining ends there for an indefinite period -- again -- on Monday, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Friday. A month-long increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations in New York City made the move necessary, he said. The shutdown cripples the city hospitality industry during the year’s biggest holiday season. Both the New York Restaurant Association and the New York City Hospitality Alliance have said accused the governor of unfairly limiting indoor dining at city restaurants while favoring those elsewhere. Restaurants in the city …
Massapequa, NY
Breaking News
Covid-
19: Indoor Dining To Close In NYC, Possibly Other Areas; New Rules For Gyms, Salons In NY
The New York State Department of Health and Gov. Andrew Cuomo have made some revisions to guidance for certain businesses as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations keep increasing. With hospitalizations up to 5,159, the highest since mid-May, and the positivity rate statewide rapidly climbing, Cuomo announced on Friday, Dec. 11 that some businesses will be rolled back to help curtail the spread of the virus. As of Monday, Dec. 14, indoor dining in New York City will be closed, though outdoor dining and takeout will still be permitted. Cuomo also said that health officials are evaluating…
Fair Lawn-Glen Rock, NJ
Your Community
Father-And-Son Restaurateurs Launch Fair Lawn Pizzeria In Former Pizza Hut Building
*Note: Forever Pizza has been permanently closed due to unforeseen circumstances.* Father-and-son duo Charlie and Erik Inserra are bringing a whole new level of sophistication to the Fair Lawn pizza scene with the launch of their one-of-a-kind pie shop lodged in a former Pizza Hut building. Forever Pizza, located at 27-09 Broadway, opened its doors last month, said Erik, the shop’s official owner. Meanwhile, his father, Charlie, 47 -- aka the 'Fair Lawn Pizza Boss' -- is helping to manage the place after spending more than two decades buying and selling dozens of pizza shops and rest…
Elizabeth, NJ
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These North Jersey Restaurants Shuttered Amid
Covid-
19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on the restaurant industry, prompting several more North Jersey eateries to close. Here are some of the most recent closures, according to a recent report by NorthJersey.com. Did we miss one? Email
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Biddy O'Malley's in Englewood is temporarily closed, according to its website. Chan's Dragon Inn in Ridgefield was listed for sale in August and had previously been favorited by locals for decades. Devastating news. I will miss you Chan’s. Thank you for the amazing memories.💔 feel free to share your memories. 😞 Posted by David…
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
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Food Server Walks Out In Protest, Accuses Ownership Of Mishandling
Covid-
19 Cases
A Roots Steakhouse server disappointed by how his boss handled the COVID-19 outbreak at his job walked out in protest. The restaurant owner, however, maintains all necessary steps were taken. It all started Nov. 8, when an employee tested positive. Three days later, Christian Zarate quit his job as a server at the Summit location. Harvest Restaurant Group owner Chip Grabowski, however, told Daily Voice he did what needed to be done immediately after being notified of the positive case on Nov. 8. "All employees were notified on location immediately," he said. "Prior to to this call I was …
New Haven, CT
Breaking News
Covid-
19: CT Rolls Back Economy Starting Today
Many Connecticut businesses will step backward due to mounting COVID-19 cases in the state, reverting from Phase 3 to Phase 2 reopening guidelines per an order issued by Governor Ned Lamont. The changes go into effect Friday, Nov. 6. A month after loosening COVID-19 restrictions on restaurants and event venues, Lamont tightened restrictions on certain businesses in an executive order issued on Monday, Nov. 2. Since Oct. 8, restaurants have been allowed to seat 75 percent of their building's capacity. Now, they will only be permitted to allow 50 percent and must halt in-house dining b…
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