GLORIA JEWEL IS CLOSED PERMANENTLY
The shop with the beachy vibe that opened here in 2013 has closed, but its sister stores just reopened out east after a temporary shutdown for the virus.

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SHIGURE IS BACK OPEN AND SERVING SAKE
The charming sake bar on Church south of White reopened this week and is serving its usual takeout kitchen menu along with lots of sake and shochu options.

FREE LOCAL COVID TESTING
The city is recommending ALL people get tested for COVID-19 and there are six sites within walking distance that are open for free tests.

LEKKA BURGER IS BACK OPEN
The vegan burger joint is offering a limited menu of its signature meat-free burgers along with fries, shakes and cocktails.

NEW KID: HOMEMADE BY MIRIAM
Didn’t think I would have this headline anytime soon, so a big neighborhood welcome to Rafi Hasid and his latest local venture.

MORE REOPENINGS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
The Grand Banks now has alcohol and seating on Pier 25; Bed Bath & Beyond and Barnes & Noble have curbside pickup; the boards are off at Target and The Odeon.

WHERE IN TRIBECA?
This guy on foot and the riderless bike are in an unlikely setting. Where can you spot them?