Asbury Park officials voted to flout orders barring restaurants from allowing indoor dining, but backed down under pressure from the governor. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Coronavirus Reopenings”
Black and Latino Churches Offer Prayers, Hope and Coronavirus Testing
By Gotham Rex on June 11, 2020
A public health program takes free tests and fellowship to communities in New York that have been devastated by Covid-19. Source: New York Times
From ‘Disgraceful’ to ‘Breathtaking’: La Guardia’s $4 Billion Makeover
By Gotham Rex on June 10, 2020
An airport long regarded as among the least inviting in the United States unveils an airy, art-filled terminal. Source: New York Times
New York City Begins Phase 1 of Reopening
By Gotham Rex on June 8, 2020
After months of a devastating outbreak, the city is officially back in business, with as many as 400,000 people returning to work. Source: New York Times
Returning to Work on the Subway? Here’s What You Need to Know
By Gotham Rex on June 8, 2020
As riders prepare to start riding the trains again during New York City’s initial reopening, the safety of public transit is a big question. Source: New York Times
New York City Begins Reopening After 3 Months of Outbreak and Hardship
By Gotham Rex on June 7, 2020
As many as 400,000 people may return to work on Monday in a city still recovering from the pandemic and roiled by protests. Source: New York Times
Is the Party Over on Fire Island?
By Gotham Rex on June 6, 2020
The gay clubs are closed, but many of the Pines “boys” are keeping their summer shares. Can they also keep their social distance? Source: New York Times
Is It Safe to Go to a Pool During Coronavirus?
By Gotham Rex on June 5, 2020
Worry less about the water, and more about the person standing next to you in a crowded locker room or wading in the shallow end as you swim by. Source: New York Times
How to Reopen Building Gyms and Pools?
By Gotham Rex on June 5, 2020
Landlords and building managers are working out the logistics of inviting residents back into amenity spaces safely. Source: New York Times
The Virus Closed His Bronx Jewelry Store. Then Looters Broke In.
By Gotham Rex on June 3, 2020
“I’m 100 percent with people who are protesting for justice, but is this justice?” one business owner said. “You’re killing me.” Source: New York Times
Can 8 Million Daily Riders Be Lured Back to N.Y. Mass Transit?
By Gotham Rex on June 1, 2020
Officials fear disastrous gridlock if people turn to cars because they remain concerned about getting the coronavirus on the subway and other public transit. Source: New York Times
Battered by Coronavirus Outbreak, NYC Finally Moves Toward Reopening
By Gotham Rex on May 29, 2020
As many as 400,000 people could return to work starting June 8, the possible first stage of the city’s recovery after two months of isolation and economic woes. Source: New York Times
New York City, Battered by Outbreak, Finally Moves Toward Reopening
By Gotham Rex on May 29, 2020
As many as 400,000 people could return to work starting June 8, the possible first stage of the city’s recovery after two months of isolation and economic woes. Source: New York Times
'Aggressive' Rats May Increase During Pandemic, C.D.C. Says
By Gotham Rex on May 24, 2020
“They’re simply turning on each other” after being deprived of food and waste generated by restaurants that have closed during the pandemic, an expert said. Source: New York Times