Wedding and event planners struggling during pandemic
The extra $600 weekly unemployment benefit is coming to an end unless the federal government extends it. A wedding planner in New Jersey says it's like a punch in the face.
Community rallies to save NJ’s longest-running gay nightclub
New Jersey’s longest-running gay nightclub, Club Feathers, may soon be forced to close for good, in what would be yet another casualty of the pandemic.
Minority-owned businesses on Long Island struggling to access PPP loans
The COVID-19 pandemic has hit minority-owned businesses across the nation hard, and many businesses on Long Island have been unable to access loans from the Paycheck Protection Program.
Treated lumber, coins, aluminum cans are in short supply amid the pandemic
The co-founder of Burnham & Lobozzo Builders in Maine first noticed a shortage of pressure-treated wood (used for decking and other outdoor projects) three weeks ago.
CDC says face coverings likely stopped spread of COVID-19 by 2 infected hair stylists to 139 clients
The initial exposure occurred in May in Springfield, Missouri.
As New Yorkers stay inside, a bumpy road back to business for NYC street food vendors
It's been a bumpy road back to business for street food vendors in New York City.
Businesses struggle to keep the party going in Fire Island Pines
A popular vacation desination, especially among the LGBTQ community, Fire Island Pines has been badly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic as businesses try to figure out how to survive.
Tie-dye designers build their home businesses amid a pandemic
Tie-dye is certainly not a new trend but it is one a lot of people seem to be embracing all over again.
NYC restaurants hoping Phase Three of reopening will mean more business
Restaurants, nail and tanning salons, and tattoo parlors across New York City are patiently awaiting the beginning of Phase Three of reopening, currently scheduled for July 6.
Gym owners consider suing NY to open in Phase Four
After it was announced on Tuesday that gyms in New York would not be allowed to reopen in Phase Four, roughly 30 owners of small fitness studios formed a coalition to potentially pursue legal action against the state.
Small businesses inside Palisades Center mall fighting to survive
Small businesses inside the Palisades Center mall are fighting to stay alive as Governor Cuomo has said NY's malls may remain closed indefinitely.
Business is booming for SoHo plastics shop creating face shields and sneeze guards
Plexiglass, the material used to make sneeze guards and other safety measures used everywhere from doctor's offices to retailers to nail salons, is in hot demand due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Cancellation of NYC Pride takes a toll on local businesses
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the cancellation of much of this year's Pride celebrations in New York City, which isn't just disappointing for revelers but comes at a huge cost to local businesses.


















