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New York Locals
July 10, 2026
Welcome back to New York Locals 👋
Each week we round up the best of the city—new openings, events, and things to do—plus custom maps, and the latest laughs from our iconic @newyorkers column.
⋆⭒TOP 5 WEEKEND ACTIVITIES⋆⭒
1. Unlimited Crab Rolls + Piña Coladas
 | Brooklyn Crab's Summer Fest is this Sunday, July 12 from 1–4pm. Three hours of unlimited seafood, frozen piña coladas, rosé, and live music. Use code NYLOCALS for 15% off — tickets on Eventbrite or Resy. |
2. Where Sake Meets Salsa in Williamsburg
 | Dokidoki, is a low-proof standing bar blending Japanese and Latin culture — shochu, sake, and low-ABV cocktails set to Latin music. From two powerhouse bartenders: Suzu (Netflix's Drink Masters) and A-K Hada (formerly Head Bartender at PDT). |
3. Union Square’s New Fast-Casual Kimbap Spot
 | After a string of sold-out pop-ups, Roll Over has a permanent home. Warm, authentic Korean kimbap — Braised Beef, Crispy Pork Cutlet, classics like Tuna Mayo — made with fine dining precision for everyday life. Don't skip the Tteokbokki. |
4. Paper Goods, Pens, and Presents
 | From letterpress cards to desk goods and quirky Japanese zakka, these NYC shops @newyorkornowhere, @niconeco_zakkaya, @goodsforthestudy, @alittleshopinnyc, @greenwhichletterpress, @eastvillagepostal are your go-to for stationery and gifts. 💌 |
5. Small Business Spotlight: Antier Vintage
 | Antier Vintage specializes in curated art, furniture, and rare vintage lighting — one of the best lamp selections in NYC. Founded by Venezuelan immigrant Kaina Dominguez, who built the business from her apartment during Covid and grew it into a Bushwick storefront. |
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NYC Cool Jobs 💼
On the job hunt? Here’s where we drop cool jobs from all kinds of NYC companies. Check this section every week for what’s new!
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@newyorkers Column 🤪
It's been a historic summer in NYC so far, and it's showing no signs of slowing down; we've got you covered with what's been happening across the boroughs:
July 4th in NYC:
In celebration of America 250, Sail4th descended upon New York Harbor for Independence Day - featuring tall ships, aerial flyovers, and water displays.
Mayor Mamdani gave a speech from George Washington's desk in honor of America's 250th Anniversary.
Thousands of US Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard sailors descended upon NYC for fleet week.
Firework shows surrounded NYC on July 4th for America's 250th Anniversary celebrations.
A huge storm swept over NYC on the night of July 4th.
Fireworks caused a minor fire to break out on the Brooklyn Bridge.
Weekly Roundup:We asked the age old question: do you have to be born in NYC to be a New Yorker?
How much do tourists spend to visit NYC?
NYers talked about the most important lesson from their parents.
Do New York pools have a poop problem?
Tourists confessed what the craziest thing they've seen in NYC is.
The NYPD released dramatic footage of Emergency Services rescuing a women in crisis on the cables of the Brooklyn Bridge.
Blocks of Midtown East were evacuated this week after an under-renovation building became structurally unstable due to a buckled column.
City Hall is under fire for not including Little Italy on an immigrant enclave map.
A seaplane made a hard landing and crash landed in the East River; all passengers were safely rescued.
NYC is expanding transit discounts to 1.3 million residents through the "Fair Fares" program.
An outbreak of Legionnaires' disease has been spreading on the Upper East Side.
P.S. Want us to visit your business or event with our famous red microphone? DM @newyorkers.live 🎤
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