Cuomo sending State Police, monitors to NYC ahead of indoor dining decision

Gov. Andrew Cuomo said in a Tuesday television interview that he plans to send state police and health and liquor officials to New York City Tuesday night ahead of his decision expected Wednesday on indoor dining.

New Jersey halts indoor dining restart

Indoor dining in New Jersey has been postponed because of a lack of compliance over the use of face masks and social distancing, the governor said.

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.

Beyond Meat shares fall after McDonald's ends burger test in Canada

McDonald's initially launched the burger, called the P.L.T. (Plant Lettuce Tomato), in late September 2019 in 28 locations in Ontario for a 12-week trial.

NY to extend alcohol-to-go period
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Governor Andrew Cuomo?s office says it plans to place an extension allowing restaurants to offer alcohol-to-go.

Keeping outdoor dining safe by ditching traditional menus
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Dining out is already feeling a lot different these days. FOX 5 NY takes a look at how, among other things, the traditional menu may become a thing of the past.

Phase 2 of New York City's reopening begins

From Macy’s “Miracle on 34th Street” store to the World Trade Center's office towers, New York City hit a key point Monday in trying to rebound from the nation’s deadliest coronavirus outbreak.

NYC restaurants reopen for outdoor dining

Restaurants across New York City reopen Monday- with restrictions- as Phase 2 begins in the region.

NYC entering Phase 2 on Monday
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Outdoor dining will be permitted in all five boroughs during Phase Two, and restaurants are working to reopen while maintaining social distancing.

NYC restaurants ready for Phase 2 of reopening
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Restaurants across New York City are anxiously waiting for Phase Two of reopening to begin on June 22.

New York City restaurants can open with outdoor seating on Monday

Restaurants will be allowed to open with outdoor seating on Monday as New York City enters the second phase of easing coronavirus restrictions, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Thursday.

NYC restaurants, other businesses prepare for Phase Two of reopening
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Phase Two of reopening in New York City is currently penciled in for Monday, June 22 and restuarants and businesses across the city say they are more than ready.

'Adapt or die' -- Restaurants find ways to evolve amid coronavirus

The virus has decimated the restaurant industry, leaving millions unemployed and shuttering countless spots for good. Many dine-in restaurants have turned to delivery or takeout. Some have become food banks or trading posts.

Connecticut infection rates fall; indoor dining, gyms, hotels reopen

Connecticut on Wednesday allowed the reopening of restaurants, gyms, spas, movie theaters, hotels, and other businesses under strict social distancing and health protocols.