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'It’s 5 o’clock somewhere' — Hochul touts plans to fix backlog of liquor license applications
The Democratic governor wants to legalize to-go drinks at restaurants and bars.
By
Jon Campbell
Food
What It Would Take To Make To-Go Cocktails A Permanent Reality In NYC
The Mayor supports bringing back the popular cocktails-to-go program, but it's not that easy to bring it back at this point. Here's what needs to happen.
By
Jen Carlson
Food
NYC Restaurants To Albany: Keep Lax Liquor Laws Post Pandemic
The hospitality industry is calling on state lawmakers to allow faster, temporary liquor licenses to promote the city’s economic rebound.
By
Beth Fertig
Arts & Entertainment
Marie's Crisis Reopening With Indoor Performances Despite Live Entertainment Restrictions
They're promising "showtunes and camaraderie," but will only encourage masks, not mandate them.
By
Ben Yakas
Arts & Entertainment
Brooklyn Comedy Club EastVille Has Been Hosting Indoor Comedy Shows Despite COVID Rules
New York’s live comedy ban didn’t stop EastVille from resuming indoor shows last month.
By
Seth Simons
Food
SLA Suspends Liquor Licenses Of 21 Bars And Restaurants For Flouting COVID-19 Rules
"A small number of business owners still don't think the rules apply to them."
By
David Cruz
Arts & Entertainment
Judge Rules SLA Ban On Advertising Live Music At Upstate Bar Is Unconstitutional
This decision is not statewide, but could prove to be influential for other NY bars, restaurants and venues looking to bring back live entertainment.
By
Ben Yakas
Arts & Entertainment
NYC Comedy Clubs Implore Cuomo To Let Them Resume Both Outdoor & Indoor Events
"This is serious business, this is not a laughing matter."
By
Ben Yakas
Food
Brooklyn Eatery Sues State Over Indoor Dining Curfew Arguing Coronavirus Isn't A "Vampire"
"Coronavirus does not behave as a vampire, infecting others only when the moon is out."
By
Ben Yakas
Food
Brooklyn Karaoke Bar With Nearly 300 People Inside Shut Down Over Labor Day Weekend
The Legend KTV, located on 61st Street in Borough Park, was shuttered after investigators found more than 281 people inside drinking, dancing, and smoking.
By
Ben Yakas
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