Neir's Tavern, a historic bar in Queens featured in the film 'Goodfellas', faced potential closure due to rising rents and low sales. Owner Loy Gordon announced he couldn't sustain the business, leading to community uproar. New Yorkers expressed their attachment to the tavern, prompting action to secure its future. With a $90,000 grant awarded by Mayor Bill de Blasio for renovations and a new five-year lease agreement with property owners, the iconic bar continues to thrive as a beloved establishment in New York City.
In early 2020, Loy Gordon announced he couldn’t keep Neir's Tavern open due to rising rents and poor sales, stirring community outrage and support.
The community rallied to save Neir's Tavern, with a $90,000 grant from Mayor de Blasio helping to secure its future through a revised five-year lease.
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