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Summer Sales: How To Get The Best Deals Online
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Summer is prime shopping season, and a great time to score on some sizzling sales. But how do you know if you’re really getting a bargain? More: Hottest Summer Fashion Trends |...
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Macy’s Teams With IBM Watson On AI-Powered Shopping Guide
NEW YORK (CSBNewYork/AP) — Macy’s is testing a mobile tool using artificial intelligence that lets shoppers get answers customized to the store they’re in — like where a particular brand is located or...
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Under Armour To Take Over Former FAO Schwarz Flagship Site On 5th Avenue
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — The former site of beloved toy giant FAO Schwarz has finally found a new tenant. The Baltimore-based athletic wear company plans to take take over the 53,000 square foot space...
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Back To School 2016: Best Mobile Apps For Big Savings
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — It’s almost time for the kids to head back to school, and that means there’s a lot of shopping to be done. And back-to-school shopping can definitely add up. More: Jump Start...
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Holiday House Hamptons Celebrates Interior Design For A Good Cause
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Is your living room out of season? The Hamptons Holiday House is offering up new ways to revamp your home. And it’s all for a good cause -with proceeds to benefit the Breast...
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Survey: Average Employees Spend $3,300 A Year On Work-Related Purchases
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — You go to work to make money — but have you ever calculated how much it costs you to do that? The money you spend to commute, eat or just get some coffee can add up. “You have...
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Kanye West To Open 21 ‘Pablo’ Pop-Up Stores This Weekend, Including NYC, Boston
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) — Kanye West fans can buy a taste of “The Life of Pablo” this weekend following the rapper-turned-fashion mogul’s announcement of 21 pop-up stores worldwide that will be open...
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Robert De Niro’s New Boutique Hotel In London Gets Green Light
LONDON (CBSNewYork/AP) — Robert De Niro has won planning permission for a luxury hotel in London’s Covent Garden area. Westminster Council approved plans Tuesday for the 83-room Wellington Hotel,...
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Smile: These Apps Will Actually Pay You For Your Selfies
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — The selfie craze is far from over, so why not sell your selfies and make cash doing what you would probably be doing anyway? More: Must-Have Apps| NYC Photographers To Follow On...
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Marilyn Monroe’s ‘Happy Birthday’ Dress Up For Auction After NJ Showcase
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) — The flesh-colored dress Marilyn Monroe wore during her breathless rendition of “Happy Birthday” to President John F. Kennedy is going on the auction block this fall. Julien’s...
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New Hair Loss Treatment Inspired By Sports Injury Remedies
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Justin Barton’s big day is approaching fast, but before he walks down the aisle, the 35-year-old will receive treatments from board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rowe for his...
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Macy’s To Hire 83,000 For Bustling Holiday Shopping Season
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) — Macy’s plans to hire about 83,000 people for the busy holiday shopping season, about equal to the number of hires last year. The new hires will work at Macy’s or...
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Expiration Dates Matter: When To Toss Your Beauty Products
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Beauty products can be expensive, so it’s no surprise that most of us try to squeeze every last drop out of them. But experts warn, there are dangers to using makeup that’s past...
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Holiday Season Shopping: Best Deals In November
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Is it too soon to start your holiday shopping? Maybe now is the perfect time. According to the National Retail Foundation, Americans plan to spend an average of $935 on holiday...
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Picture It: Fashion Apps That Turn Your Phone Into A Digital Dressing Room
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — The amount of people hitting the web to shop is on the rise — but buying clothes online can be a bit tricky. Before you add that item to your online shopping bag, see how it...
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What To Buy In June: Best Deals & Discounts For The Month
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Experts have studied past shopping years and have come up with a list of items they say you can get the best deals on this month just in time for the start of summer and...
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What Not To Buy As Summer Comes To A Close
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — The fun and sun of summer is coming to a close, but don’t be sad — shop! August is prime-time for those end-of-summer sales. You can also find great deals on back to school...
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Happy Shopping! Find The Best Deals This Labor Day Weekend
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — If you’ve been holding off on purchasing a big ticket item, now may be the time to do it. Sales are in full force in September thanks to Labor Day. “This purse I got for $12,”...
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Beauty 2.0: Best Makeup Apps For The Digital Age
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — For many women, it’s nearly impossible to pick out the perfect lip color or foundation just by looking at the box — but it’s also hard to find the time to sit down at a makeup...
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Expert Tips To Save Money While Shopping This Fall
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Stores are clearing out the back-to-school supplies and starting to roll out everything for the holidays. But is it a good idea to stock up now or is it better to wait? Timing...
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Last Minute Gift Ideas For Shoppers On A Budget
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Christmas is just around the corner, but are you all done with your shopping? If you’re still looking for that last minute gift but have a budget, we’ve got you covered. Laurie...
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‘Boldness Is A Virtue’: Mother-Daughter Fashion Team Makes A Splash With...
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Maya Gorgoni found inspiration in the bold, patterned textiles she came across on travels through Africa. When she brought the prints home to Harlem and decided to make her own...
View ArticleRetro Relics And Mysteries Abound At Mother Of Junk
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – In this episode of The Dig, CBS2’s Elle McLogan visits Brooklyn Junk — nicknamed “Mother of Junk” — a Williamsburg shop with unexpected wares. WEB EXTRA: 5 Best Antique Shops In...
View ArticleBack To School Essentials For Your Little Ones
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Can you believe it’s already time to start thinking about back to school? Mom lifestyle effort Pamela Pekerman joined CBS2 with a few ways to send your student off to school in...
View ArticleDon’t Miss Deals: Best Labor Day & Back-To-School Discounts
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Labor Day means serious price-slashing and just in time for back-to-school. If you still need supplies on your list, this is one time procrastination pays off, CBS2’s Alex Denis...
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Popular Jewelry: Where Hip-Hop Icons Shop For Gold
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – At Popular Jewelry, photos of hip-hop icons line the walls. The Canal Street store was opened in 1988 by Eva Sam, who immigrated from Macau in 1982. WEB EXTRA: Getting A...
View ArticleOctober Shopping: Holiday Decorations, Travel Deals & More
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – It’s a new month, which means there are new bargains to be had. In October, we ease into the holiday season, and there are plenty of deals to help you prepare for...
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‘It’s Just Love’: Fashion Meets Family At Harlem Haberdashery
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Come for the clothes. Stay for the people. In this installment of The Dig, CBS2’s Elle McLogan visits family-run boutique Harlem Haberdashery. “Harlem Haberdashery is the retail...
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Black Friday Alert: Macy’s Staying Open All Night On Thanksgiving
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Attention all shoppers, you’ll have even more time to find the best “Black Friday” deals this year. Macy’s is again kicking off the ultimate shopper’s holiday a day early....
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Shelly Sells Sea Salt: Creating ‘Gold’ From The Ocean’s Waves
WESTHAMPTON BEACH (CBSNewYork) – Michele “Shelly” Martuscello found her passion in the ocean. During a walk on the beach with her mother Laura, the water piqued her curiosity — could she harvest her...
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What Are This Year’s Hottest Holiday Toys?
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Christmas is just a few weeks away, so what do kids want to find under the tree this year? CBS’ Laura Podesta got a look at this year’s hottest holiday toys. The magic of the...
View ArticleHow To Stay Calm And Under Budget On Black Friday
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – It’s one of the biggest shopping days of the year – Black Friday. But the day after Thanksgiving can also be overwhelming and chaotic for holiday deal seekers. Smart shopping...
View ArticleShoppers Flock To Mom And Pop Shops For Small Business Saturday
Complete Black Friday Coverage Buyer Beware: Avoid Scams & Frauds CNet Breaks Down The Best Deals On Line vs. Online? Top Holiday Toys NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – If there’s still a few items left on...
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Putting His Stamp On NYC: Meet John Casey Of Casey Rubber Stamps
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – What do a NYC sewer grate, a slice of pizza, and a bedbug have in common? All three are designs available at Casey Rubber Stamps in the East Village. WEB EXTRA: Retro Relics and...
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Making Gift Baskets For Anyone On Your Holiday Shopping List
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – The holiday shopping season is in full swing, but what happens if you want to put a personal touch on the gifts you’re giving this Christmas? Lifestyle expert Limor Suss shared...
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Taking A Trip Through Time At McNulty’s Tea And Coffee
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – For David Wong, it was love at first sip. “When I was maybe three or four years old, my mom used to drink a lot of coffee. She always put milk and sugar in her cup. And, as a...
View ArticlePerfectly Imperfect Jeans At Bowery Blue Makers
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Born and raised on the island of Hokkaido in Japan, Takayuki “Echan” Echigoya moved to the United States in the name of denim. View this post on Instagram Everyday blue photo...
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At Knitty City, They Say A Stitch In Time Can Help Your Mind
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Knitty City began as a yarn store, but it grew into much more. “It’s born by the love of fiber. It’s born by the love of art. But then it branches out and does a million other...
View Article‘It’s All About Attitude’ At UES Hat Shop Suzanne Couture Millinery
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – At Suzanne Couture Millinery on the Upper East Side, the hats are as detailed as works of art. View this post on Instagram Golden butterflies A post shared by Suzanne Couture...
View ArticleA Miniature World Of Wonder At Tiny Doll House
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – And you thought your apartment was small. View this post on Instagram To scale… #shopsmall #shopsmallbusiness #tinydollhousenyc #uppereastside #ManhattanMiniatures...
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Wrapping Art In Art: Make A Frame At Make A Frame In Brooklyn
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Thoren Vadala’s job is dedicated to a thing we often look at but rarely see. “There’s this whole weird secret thing that 90 percent of people never really even think about,” he...
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Thompson Chemists: A Pharmacy Where ‘Mama J’ And ‘The Medicine Man’ Prescribe...
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – When was the last time you heard live music at a drugstore? WEB EXTRA: Three Generations Cook Up Something Special At Ricas Pupusas & Mas At Thompson Chemists in SoHo, you...
View Article‘It’s Home’: 92-Year-Old Ms. Clara Hayes Runs The Show At Macon Hardware In...
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Ms. Clara Hayes is 92 years old with no plans to retire. “I’m going to stay here as long as I can,” she said. She’s been running Macon Hardware, aka Macon 5 & 10, for nearly...
View ArticleComputers? Who Needs ‘Em! Not The Owner Of Gramercy Typewriter Company
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – In 1932, the late Abraham Schweitzer started Gramercy Typewriter Company, a typewriter retail and repair business. “And here we are, all these years later, still in the...
View ArticleBonnie Slotnick Cookbooks: An East Village Shop Giving Old Cookbooks New Life
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Tucked at the bottom of a stairway in the East Village sits an unlikely store. Bonnie Slotnick Cookbooks contains roughly 5,000 cookbooks from the 19th and 20th centuries. The...
View ArticleOperation Infinity: Long Island Volunteers Deliver Groceries To Those In Need
LONG ISLAND (CBSNewYork) – When Hofstra University law student Jayne Guarino encountered lines of senior citizens at her local grocery store, she had an idea for how to help keep them safe. CBS2’s Elle...
View ArticleThe Dig Callback: Community Despite Distance At SoHo Pharmacy Thompson Chemists
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – On The Dig, CBS2’s Elle McLogan unearths gems in local food and culture. In 2019, she visited Thompson Chemists, an enduring SoHo pharmacy and neighborhood hangout. Owners “Mama...
View ArticleThe Dig Callback: How LES Mainstay Economy Candy Is Reinventing Itself
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – On The Dig, CBS2’s Elle McLogan unearths gems in local food and culture. One past episode highlighted Economy Candy, a Lower East Side sweets destination since 1937. In this...
View ArticleThe Dig Callback: At McNulty’s Tea & Coffee, A Time-Honored Shop Meets A New...
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – On The Dig, CBS2’s Elle McLogan unearths gems in local food and culture. In one past episode, she visited McNulty’s Tea & Coffee, caffeine purveyor to Greenwich Village...
View ArticleIvory & Main: Plus-Size Boutique Helps All Brides Feel Beautiful
SAYVILLE, N.Y. (CBSNewYork) – When newly-engaged Long Islander Curinne Polizzi began the hunt for her wedding gown in 2018, she noticed something was missing. “I was looking for a plus-size store, and...
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