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The Grand Bazaar has been open for 40 years.

Shopping

Inside the Grand Bazaar: NYC’s oldest flea market still thrives after 40 years

Posted on December 24, 2025

NY: Lidl Grand Opening Park Slope

Brooklyn Paper

‘Super-Est Market in Town’: Lidl celebrates grand opening in Brooklyn

Dog & Co. in Bridgehampton is a top of the line store for pet supplies.

Dan’s Papers

Stylish Pets, Thoughtful Design: A Conversation with Dog & Co.

The Christmas Market in Union Square stands apart in its urban vibe. holiday market

Dan’s Papers

Manhattan’s Must-See 2025-2026 Holiday Market Guide

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Brooklyn Paper

Beloved homeware store Fishs Eddy to expand to Dumbo this fall

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QNS

Aigner Chocolates offers a taste of Queens at the US Open

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New York Family

New Year, New Gear: Back-to-School Picks for all Ages

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QNS

Asian supermarket giant 99 Ranch Market to open first NYC store in Flushing

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QNS

Queens Greenmarkets return for 2025 with fresh produce and local vendors

Rider first opened on 8th Avenue in Park Slope (left) under the leadership of Alma Lacour (right).

Brooklyn gift shop Rider expands reach with addition of e-commerce site

Posted on June 16, 2025

NFL legend Tom Brady is greeted by fans in East Hampton

Dan’s Papers

Tom Brady Celebrates Grand Opening of CardVault in East Hampton

Football legend Tom Brady is bringing his CardVault By Tom Brady shop to East Hampton

Dan’s Papers

Tom Brady’s Card & Collectibles Shop Coming to Hamptons

a daschund sits next to two Marc Jacobs bags with his portrait painted on the side.

Shopping

Get a portrait of your pet painted on a bag at Marc Jacobs in NYC throughout April

Posted on April 11, 2025

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Style

Claire’s to team up with Susan Alexandra for free piercing pop-up in the Lower East Side

Posted on March 18, 2025

Forever 21 exits New York

Forever 21 files for bankruptcy, closing New York City and all US stores

Posted on March 17, 2025

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Clothing brand Unsubscribed to host pop-up shopping experience in Flatiron

Posted on March 15, 2025

FAO Schwarz and Baublebar have teamed up to create a custom jewelry experience in-store.

FAO Schwarz and BaubleBar bring custom jewelry experience to historic toy store

Posted on March 12, 2025

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Brooklyn Paper

Macy’s to close Brooklyn’s Fulton Street flagship and Sheepshead Bay Backstage as part of nationwide cutbacks

New York State warns New Yorkers to be aware of stores' refund and return policies this holiday season.

Shopping

What you need to know about to refunds and returns in New York

Posted on December 24, 2024

Rendering of Fifth Avenue redesign

Walk this way: Fifth Avenue to become a pedestrian paradise in $150 million+ redesign plan

Posted on December 8, 2024

Customers line up at Primark's grand opening at the Queens Center mall on Thursday. Photo: Shane O'Brien

QNS

Retail giant Primark celebrates grand opening of second location in the borough at Queens Center Mall

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Brooklyn Paper

New Hermès storefront in Williamsburg sparks debate over ‘fake’ historic design

Brooklyn Navy Yard will host the seventh annual holiday pop-up market, Wallabout Wonderland, on Dec. 7 and Dec. 8.

Brooklyn Paper

Wallabout Wonderland returns to Brooklyn Navy Yard with over 200 local vendors for holiday shopping

Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park in winter 2023.

Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park officially open ahead of the holiday season

Posted on October 25, 2024

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Shopping

Etsy to host in-person holiday gift shopping pop-up in the West Village this month

Posted on October 11, 2024

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Shopping

Furniture retailer Cozey opens first brick-and-mortar store in the USA in Soho

Posted on October 11, 2024

a rendering of the new midtown Primark location

Business

Primark to open its New York City flagship store in Midtown

Posted on October 8, 2024

Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park in winter 2023.

Business

Four NYC businesses to join this year’s Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park Small Business Spotlight

Posted on October 8, 2024

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QNS

Get your hands on MONOPOLY: Queens Edition – Here’s where to buy it locally

a display of SKIMS Mens products at Nordstrom

Shopping

Nordstrom NYC flagship launches SKIMS Mens pop-up, allowing customers to shop the brand in person

Posted on September 14, 2024

The Jelly Cats Diner Experience at FAO Schwarz has some new items.

FAO Schwarz adds adorable breakfast options to Jellycat Diner Experience

Posted on September 14, 2024

Nordstrom Celebrates Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary Campaign_1

Shopping

Hello Kitty celebrates its 50th anniversary at Nordstrom flagship NYC store

Posted on June 27, 2024

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Brooklyn Paper

Lanoba Design opens massive mid-century modern furniture warehouse opens in Red Hook

House of Red

Panasonic to host House of (RED) shopping pop-up in Soho this weekend

Posted on June 10, 2024

Brooklynites enjoy the annual Atlantic Antic Festival

Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn’s summertime spectacle: The ultimate guide to street fairs and festivals

Barclays Center introduces new, luxury storefront, Berō.

Brooklyn Paper

Barclays Center opens luxury merch store with help from local designers

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Shopping

amNY Shops: 10 Products We Tested (and Love), from Backpacks to Ramen Bowls

Posted on April 5, 2024

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Shopping

Looking Good! I Tried 10 Best Selling Beauty Products — Here’s What Happened.

Posted on April 2, 2024

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Amazon Deals: We Looked At Hundreds of Amazon Spring Deals — Here Are the Best.

Posted on March 25, 2024

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Are You Sleep-Misbehaving? How To Get More Deep Sleep

Posted on March 15, 2024

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Shopping

Travel Hacks, Trends, Tips, and Gear for 2024

Posted on March 8, 2024

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Unlock Your Optimal Health: The Best Vitamin Supplements for a Balanced Lifestyle

Posted on February 28, 2024

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Shopping

Presidents Day Sales: Discounted Appliances, TVs, Mattresses — and Tips on Buying Wisely

Posted on February 9, 2024

East Village Vintage Collective staff

Business

How the East Village Vintage Collective has become the neighborhood’s most fun shopping experience

Posted on January 31, 2024

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Shopping

25 Super Bowl Party Ideas, TV Deals, Snack Hacks — and Why LVIII Will Be a “Game-Changer”

Posted on January 29, 2024

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Shopping

The most popular Stanley Tumbler — and what the water bottle frenzy says about us

Posted on January 12, 2024

Get fit, eat better and get out of debt in 2024

Shopping

22 Ways to Get Fit, Eat and Feel Better, Save More Money and Get Out of Debt in 2024

Posted on January 5, 2024

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Shopping

Amp up indoor fun with these 14 best-selling board games for kids, families and adults

Posted on December 29, 2023

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