At a Staten Island facility that was hit hard by the coronavirus, residents and staff members lined up to get a dose of the Covid vaccine. Here’s how the day went. Source: New York Times
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How to Get the Coronavirus Vaccine in N.Y.C.
By Gotham Rex on January 16, 2021
There are multiple websites, disappearing slots and even attempts to game the system. Here’s our guide to what you have to do to get a dose in your arm. Source: New York Times
Children’s Screen Time Has Soared in the Pandemic, Alarming Parents and Researchers
By Gotham Rex on January 16, 2021
“There will be a period of epic withdrawal,” warned one addiction specialist, once schools, activities and social life return to normal. Source: New York Times
‘I Literally Had No One.’ Then the Foster Kittens Arrived.
By Gotham Rex on January 15, 2021
The pandemic has made life hard for many people, and their pets, but others find themselves with more time and the resources to help. Source: New York Times
Philip J. Smith, a Power on Broadway, Is Dead at 89
By Gotham Rex on January 15, 2021
As head of the Shubert Organization, he was one of New York City’s most influential real estate and cultural entrepreneurs. Source: New York Times
In New Jersey, Smokers Can Get Covid Vaccine
By Gotham Rex on January 15, 2021
New Jersey is one of only two states that has included smoking among the high-risk medical conditions that make people eligible for the Covid-19 vaccine. Source: New York Times
New York Vaccine Supply Running Low, Officials Say
By Gotham Rex on January 15, 2021
Mayor Bill de Blasio said the city would run out of doses by next week. Source: New York Times
The Red Tape Facing Older People Who Want the Covid-19 Vaccine
By Gotham Rex on January 14, 2021
A million city residents who are over 65 are now eligible to be vaccinated. But try making an appointment. Source: New York Times
Lynn Gray, Who Fought for Youths Left Behind, Dies at 78
By Gotham Rex on January 13, 2021
Mr. Gray started or worked on programs designed to give young people a decent education in a troubled school system. He died of complications of Covid-19. Source: New York Times
Cuomo’s Vision for 2021
By Gotham Rex on January 12, 2021
The governor’s agenda focuses on curtailing the pandemic, including vaccinating New Yorkers, and easing the fiscal crisis. Source: New York Times
Andrew Cuomo Outlines New York's Plan to ‘Win the Covid War’
By Gotham Rex on January 11, 2021
Facing a daunting budget shortfall and a surging second wave, Gov. Andrew Cuomo unveiled New York’s agenda as state leaders seek help from Washington. Source: New York Times
Thomas Verdillo, 77, Dies; Restaurateur Went from Red Sauce to Blue Ribbon
By Gotham Rex on January 11, 2021
He put a refined twist on traditional Italian-American cooking at his South Brooklyn restaurant, Tommaso. He died of complications of Covid-19. Source: New York Times
A Scramble to Boost Vaccinations in New York
By Gotham Rex on January 11, 2021
Teachers, residents older than 75 and more medical workers can now get Covid-19 shots as the state eases its rules. Source: New York Times
At Elite Medical Centers, Even Workers Who Don’t Qualify Are Vaccinated
By Gotham Rex on January 10, 2021
Administrators and young graduate students have been inoculated at leading research hospitals, contrary to state and federal guidelines. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Widens Eligibility After Vaccine Goes Unused or Is Even Thrown Out
By Gotham Rex on January 8, 2021
Three million more people will be permitted to schedule vaccinations, including those 75 and older, as the campaign in New York gets off to a dispiriting start. Source: New York Times