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Family Sells Beloved Beverly Eatery After 30 Years, New Owners To Keep Legacy Alive
A family-owned Essex County eatery made "the bittersweet decision" to sell the business and was met with well-wishes as well as mournful messages.
Stephy’s Kitchen, located at 41 Beckford Street in Beverly, was sold to new owners on Tuesday, June 11 after three decades of operation by the same family, according to the restaurant's Facebook page.
The brunch restaurant, known for its comforting breakfasts and small-town feel, was opened 30 years ago by a husband and wife team, Charlie and Valeri.
The couple's child, Alex, helped Valeri continue to keep Charlie's legacy alive for 10 years…
Ice Cream Shop In Cross River To Reopen
A Northern Westchester ice cream shop that had exclusively open for curbside pickup is now fully reopening to the public.
Bluebird Homemade Ice Cream, located in Cross River at 19 North Salem Road, will reopen for indoor eating on Wednesday, Nov. 2, according to a post from the shop.
The shop has been fully closed since Monday, Oct. 17, according to a post.
The store sells homemade ice cream in addition to baked goods like cookies, brownies, cakes, and tarts, as well as coffee, according to the shop's website.
"I will be baking up a storm today to be read…
Covid-19: Nassau Bar Requires Proof Of Vaccination For Entry, Saying 'Sorry, Not Sorry'
A Long Island bar has joined a growing list of businesses that have implemented a COVID-19 vaccine requirement.
The Black Sheep Ale House made the announcement on Monday, Aug. 2. The business is located in Mineola.
"From this moment forward, until further notice, The Black Sheep is VAX ONLY. Proof required for entry. Sorry, not sorry," the business wrote in a Facebook post.
Nassau County, where the bar is located, had a high level of community transmission of COVID-19 in the week of Tuesday, July 27, through Monday, Aug. 2, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention …
Covid-19: Indoor Dining To Close In NYC, Possibly Other Areas; New Rules For Gyms, Salons In NY
The New York State Department of Health and Gov. Andrew Cuomo have made some revisions to guidance for certain businesses as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations keep increasing.
With hospitalizations up to 5,159, the highest since mid-May, and the positivity rate statewide rapidly climbing, Cuomo announced on Friday, Dec. 11 that some businesses will be rolled back to help curtail the spread of the virus.
As of Monday, Dec. 14, indoor dining in New York City will be closed, though outdoor dining and takeout will still be permitted.
Cuomo also said that health officials are evaluating…
