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Porcini's Italian Restaurant Powers Through Another Blackout: 'One For The Books'
So when the restaurant lost power on Saturday, July 6, Porcini's decided: Not this time. Losing two Saturdays in four weeks would've been "detrimental" for the small, family-owned business, the restaurant wrote on Facebook. "Tonight was one for the books," the post said. "This is the second Saturday in a...
Abandoned Pitbull Rescued by Allerton Residents & Placed for Adoption Later Euthanized by ACC
After an “extremely hungry” and “dehydrated” pitbull was found abandoned in the Allerton section of The Bronx on Saturday, May 4, and was placed in the care of Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC), the pitbull in question has been euthanized by the center, much to the devastation of the local residents who helped rescue him.
Seaport Beach Fest brings the beach to Manhattan
MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) — If you didn’t make it to the beach this holiday weekend — you can still celebrate in the sand. The Seaport Beach Fest is happening through Sunday, at 89 South St. between Piers 16 and 17. The party brings food trucks, bars, live music and even a sandbox for those who […]
The Last Auction – Pt. One
The following is a collaboration with Melissa Lemay of Mom With a Blog, Melissa’s Fandango Flash Fiction Challenge, and dVerse Poet’s Pub. Melissa was kind enough to lend her poetic genius and creative feedback to this project. I am forever grateful. I hope you guys enjoy The Last...
Westchester Restaurant Announces Closure: Here's Last Day
A well-liked Westchester restaurant known for its unique cocktails and oysters has announced its last day in business. Saltaire Oyster Bar and Kitchen, located in Port Chester at 55 Abendroth Ave., will open for the last time on Sunday, July 14, the owners announced on social media on Friday, …
Sleepy Hollow to dedicate part of park to 'Chick' Galella, beloved vet who died in 2021
Armando "Chick" Galella loved his hometown, no matter what it was called. It was North Tarrytown when he was growing up and raising his family, a car salesman who could strike up a conversation with anyone. In 1996, its name was changed to Sleepy Hollow. Galella thought of home all...
Celebrate Hudson Valley History With Limited Time Pop Up Shop
A unique Hudson Valley shop is now open. Shoppers can now make purchases online of merchandise for a limited time. This pop up shop has something for everyone to wear and represent the Hudson Valley area and its historical past. One Of The 'Longest Bridges In The Entire World' Is...
Chocolate grilled cheese? Try it at Chocobar Cortés in Neighborhood Eats
Who doesn't love a little bit of chocolate on ice cream or maybe some fruit, but how about grilled cheese? Or tacos?You have to see what Chocobar Cortés in the Bronx is cooking up in Neighborhood Eats."Chocobar Cortés is based off of my family's 95-year-old chocolate manufacturing company troubled think like this, which is based in Puerto Rico in the Dominican Republic," said Carlos Cortés, the owner. "And the idea was kind of to create a space that was sort of celebrating that tradition of, of our chocolate. Because it's something that you know, a lot of people grew up...
Amazing Playskool play center opening at NJ mall
As New Jersey malls try to reinvent themselves, lots of new ideas are being brought in. The amusement category is one rung in the ladder of climbing back to where they want to be. When it comes to amusement for kids, for a long time the most malls would do...
P.F. Chang's restaurant at Hackensack mall closed by city's fire department. What we know
The P.F. Chang's China Bistro restaurant at the Shops at Riverside Mall has been shut down by the Hackensack Fire Department. The "Order to Vacate" notice posted on the restaurant door is dated July 2 and states: "The building is declared unsafe for human occupancy. No individual is to occupy this building until the structure is rendered safe and secure."
Remodeling project temporarily shuts down Rosyln’s Ravagh Persion Grill
Ravagh Persion Grill has temporarily closed due to an ongoing renovation project at the popular Roslyn Heights restaurant. Ownership hasn’t confirmed a timeline or a reopening date, other than noting in an Instagram post that the eatery “will be back before you know it.”. “We can’t wait to...
14 coffee shops have opened in Westchester in 2024. Here's what each offers that's special
What's with all the new coffee shops in Westchester?. Since January, 14 have opened in every corner of the county, from Pelham to Port Chester, with seven new additions in May and June alone. Those include two within walking distance to each other in Irvington (shout out to Don Carvajal Café and LuDY Cafe), and two in Scarsdale, namely The Formosa Coffee and Omni Caffe.
Bergen County Zoo announces extended summer hours, ticket prices
Late summer hours have begun at the Bergen County Zoological Park, with the Paramus zoo open for longer hours every Wednesday for those wanting to beat the heat and visit later in the day. Throughout July and August, the site at Van Saun County Park will be open on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with the last entry allowed at 6:30 p.m. The train and carousel will also be open for extended hours, with last...
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