Governor Cuomo issued an Executive Order tonight extending the authority to sell alcohol-to-go for thirty days (through January 29, 2021). The restrictions requiring food to be purchased with alcohol and…

Buffalo area restaurant owners awaiting day in court to argue for reopening A State Supreme Court Justice in Buffalo will hear arguments next week in a lawsuit brought by dozens…

New York Forward Loan Fund New York State is inviting small businesses, non-profits and small residential landlords across New York State to apply for the New York Forward Loan Fund…

As the fight to include the RESTAURANTS Act into the Federal COVID relief got down to the nitty gritty and GOP Senators refused to agree to grants for small restaurants,…

This article from Eater New York provides helpful insight into what the new Federal relief package includes, excludes, and how it came to pass.  

The $900 billion federal pandemic relief bill expected to be passed by Congress today includes help for many grappling with unemployment and food and housing insecurity, but resistance from Republican…

The New York State Liquor Authority and New York City have issued updated guidance and FAQs to address the new restrictions on indoor dining in New York City. You can…

The U.S. House and Senate are scrambling to reach agreement on a compromise Covid relief package. As the negotiations have dragged on this week, U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and…

The Governor closed indoor dining in New York City starting this past Monday, December 14. Takeout and delivery is still allowed. The State continues to study the data outside of…

The minimum wage is set to rise in all parts of New York State outside of New York City at the end of the month. The minimum hourly wage will…

The NYS Lottery’s plan to implement changes in their accounting for instant tickets has been delayed. The Confirmed/Settled60 Inventory Management Plan announced earlier this fall was originally slated to begin…

Many businesses are confused when it comes to credit and debit card surcharges. According to the NYS Division of Consumer Protection, credit card surcharges are prohibited in New York State.…