Katherine Kim+FollowPandora bracelet cleaning gone wrong in NYCTaking your favorite jewelry in for a quick cleaning should make it sparkle—not leave it looking dull and damaged. That’s exactly what happened to a New York woman after a routine visit to Pandora, where her cherished bracelet lost its shine and polish. What’s more frustrating? The store didn’t offer a replacement or compensation, leaving her with a sentimental piece that’s just not the same. Many in the community are now questioning if it’s safer to clean Pandora jewelry at home. Have you ever had a store mishandle something valuable to you? How did you handle it? #Beauty #Pandora #NYC00Share
Paige Douglas+FollowBrooklyn’s hotel scene gets a $112M boostBrooklyn’s Ace Hotel just landed a massive $112.5 million refinancing deal—right as New York City’s hotel market faces a major squeeze. With new rules making it tough to build or even run hotels, there are fewer rooms available, but tourism is still booming. That means places like the Ace Hotel are more valuable than ever. This move isn’t just about one building; it’s a sign of how the city’s hospitality scene is changing. How do you think these shifts will affect local businesses and visitors? #Business #Brooklyn #NYC00Share
Robert Daniels+FollowWegmans shoppers face new privacy dilemmaWalking into Wegmans in NYC now means your face, eyes, and even your voice could be scanned and stored—without any clear promise of when or if that data will be deleted. This big step up from their earlier employee-only pilot has left many locals uneasy, especially since the company isn’t saying how long they’ll keep this info or who might get access to it. With city laws lacking real teeth, it’s up to us to decide: Is this a fair trade for safety, or a step too far? How do you feel about biometric surveillance in your neighborhood stores? #Food #NYC #Wegmans00Share
dianefrank+FollowNYC Wegmans’ facial recognition debate heats upWegmans shoppers in Brooklyn and the East Village are facing a new reality: facial recognition cameras are now watching as you shop. The supermarket says it’s all about security, but many customers are uneasy about their personal data being collected—even if it’s just to catch repeat offenders. Some feel it’s just another layer of surveillance in daily life, while others worry about privacy and potential bias. With City Council members pushing for stricter laws, this could be a turning point for how technology and privacy collide in our neighborhoods. How do you feel about stores using facial recognition? #Food #NYC #Wegmans00Share
Robert Daniels+FollowWegmans’ NYC Stores Are Scanning Your Face?!Wegmans in Manhattan and Brooklyn is now scanning faces, eyes, and voices of every shopper—no opt-out, just signs at the door. The company says it’s for security, but privacy advocates are freaking out, especially for immigrants. People are mad, saying they just want to buy groceries without being tracked. Wegmans claims they don’t profit off your data, but won’t say how long they keep it or if cops get access. Would you still shop here? #Food #Wegmans #NYC00Share
Jacqueline Ray+FollowWegmans’ facial recognition sparks NYC debateWegmans shoppers in Manhattan and Brooklyn are buzzing about the grocer’s new facial recognition cameras. Many say it feels unsettling to have their faces, eyes, and voices potentially recorded just to buy groceries. Wegmans insists the tech is only used to flag people previously caught causing trouble, not to track everyday customers. Still, some regulars are taking their business elsewhere, worried about privacy and data security—especially among immigrant New Yorkers. Is this just the new normal for store security, or does it cross a line? Would you keep shopping here, or does this change your mind? #Health #BodyHealth #NYC00Share
Evan Knight+FollowStaten Island’s ferry gets a wild new lifeTurning a retired Staten Island Ferry into a floating nightlife hotspot? That’s exactly what Colin Jost and Pete Davidson are doing with their $280,000 “Titanic 2.” The revamped ferry will soon offer bars, restaurants, and even a theater, running 24/7 between Staten Island and Manhattan. It’s been a money pit so far, but the team insists they’ve got a plan to make it work. Imagine grabbing a drink or catching a show on the water—would you check it out, or do you think it’s too ambitious? Let’s hear your thoughts! #Cars #StatenIsland #NYC10Share
Caitlyn Morrow+FollowInside NYC’s secret designer bag roomsTurns out, the real New York City adventure isn’t just on the streets—it’s behind unmarked doors on Canal Street. TikTok is buzzing after a woman shared her wild experience: a stranger invited her into a hidden back room filled with Gucci and Louis Vuitton knock-offs. Some folks are all about the thrill and the deals, while others say it’s a Dateline episode waiting to happen. With police raids making sellers more secretive, the hunt for a “designer” bargain is getting riskier. Would you take the chance for a luxury look, or is it just not worth it? #Entertainment #TVSeries #NYC21Share
Victoria Garcia+FollowNYC hotel 'city view' surprises guestsBooking a hotel room in Manhattan with a promised 'city view' can be a gamble—just ask these sisters. Instead of a skyline, their window revealed a printed shade of New York’s famous buildings, with a less-than-glamorous real view behind it. The story’s gone viral, and the comments are hilarious: some say it’s technically a city view, others call it a classic bait-and-switch. Hotel staff even chimed in, admitting the wording comes from corporate, not them. Have you ever booked a room expecting a view and got something totally different? Let’s hear your funniest hotel surprises! #Entertainment #TVSeries #NYC10Share
hwatkins+FollowNYC moving horror: Movers demand cash upfrontMovers showing up and demanding a tip before even lifting a box? That’s what happened to a NYC DJ who hired Piece of Cake Moving and Storage. Not only did the crew pressure him for money upfront, but they also tried to overcharge him for bins and suggested he pay cash under the table for extra bags. Even after tipping $250, one mover came back to say it wasn’t enough! With so many people sharing similar stories online, it’s making folks question how much trust you can put in even the highest-rated moving companies. Has anyone else had a moving day nightmare like this? #Entertainment #NYC #MovingDay00Share
