Staten Island, N.Y.C (PIX11) – Spring fever is here, warmer weather is near and what better way to celebrate than with a nice cold beer overlooking the water?
Starting this Friday, alcoholic beverage sales will make a comeback for the first time since 2019, according to a DOT announcement.
Beer, hard seltzers and canned cocktails will be available for purchase alongside expanded snack options including pretzels and popcorn.
The rule will also be extended to the Sandy Ground and Dorothy Day ferries in the coming weeks.
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“After a long week, there’s nothing that tastes quite as good as that first Friday night beer on the way home. It doesn’t just taste like beer, it tastes like the weekend,” said Council Member Frank Morano. “I’ve always tried to stay focused on the business of governing, but I’d be lying if I said this won’t factor into my decision the next time I’m choosing between the ferry and the express bus.”
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