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Operations

States, cities ease restaurant restrictions

With the pandemic’s third wave having crested, officials are allowing on-site dining to resume—though not as quickly as many operators would like.

Leadership

What restaurants can expect under Biden

In a flurry of activity and a host of public addresses, the new president has revealed plans with significant implications for the industry.

Financing

NY seeks millions in direct restaurant relief, paid leave for vaccinations

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 20, 2021

The aid, including a $50 million rehiring plan just for restaurants, are included in the budget Gov. Cuomo aired Tuesday.

Operations

D.C. restaurants brace for what the inauguration might bring

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 15, 2021

With transportation already limited and more deadly violence possible, operators are deciding whether to stay open for what’s usually a business boon.

Operations

Hotels offer to become vaccination sites

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 14, 2021

The American Hotel & Lodging Association is urging President-elect Biden to turn the nation’s lodging properties—some 50,000 per state—into auxiliary inoculation centers.

Financing

McDonald’s says it is pausing its political donations

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 13, 2021

The company said it is reviewing its political giving to ensure donations “align with our values and the purpose of our business.”

Operations

D.C.’s mayor keeps restaurant dining rooms closed through the inauguration

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 12, 2021

Citing public safety and health concerns, Muriel Bowser opted to delay a reopening that had been set for Friday.

Financing

Navigating the changes in the new Paycheck Protection Program

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 11, 2021

The tweaks include a much lower cap on loan size to shift more of the funding toward small businesses.

Operations

New Orleans re-imposes restrictions on its celebrated restaurant industry

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 08, 2021

Indoor dining has been capped at 25% of capacity, and reservations systems and records are required.

Financing

Paycheck Protection Program to restart Monday

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 08, 2021

Lending to restaurants that previously received a PPP loan will begin on Wednesday.

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