Wegmans, an upscale supermarket chain headquartered in upstate New York, said it has begun using facial ID technology in its Astor Place store because that outlet faces an “elevated risk.” ( Photo: Max White) Wegmans Is Using Facial ID Technology on NYC Customers Shoppers could get more than they bargained for at an upscale supermarket in the East Village. The Astor Place Wegmans supermarket,... News 12 Jan 2026 | 01:17
Michelle Morse, acting city health commissioner (center), is still urging people to get vaccinated. While flu cases declined slightly the past two weeks, there have been over 128,000 New Yorkers testing positive with flu as of the week ending Jan. 3. And the flu season may stretch into May. ( Photo: Max White) Flu Cases Drop After All-Time High in City, But Danger Remains It’s peak flu season in New York City, and while cases have declined in recent weeks, city health officials warn that now... News 12 Jan 2026 | 01:19
Perseverance, Professionalism and Pride Sean Davis has worked at Hunter College on the Upper East Side for nearly two decades, first as a college assistant and now... People 09 Dec 2025 | 12:16
Bryant Park lit up its tree on Dec. 2, adding to holiday attractions that include a European-style outdoor market, a free ice skating rink, and a lounge for food and drinks. ( Photo: Max White) Bryant Park Celebrates: A Tree, Olympic Skaters, Carolers, and . . . Private Igloos! Carolers, singers, ice skaters, and attendees celebrated the lighting of Bryant Park’s tree on Dec. 2 with songs, dances,... News 07 Dec 2025 | 11:25
