The Covid-19 pandemic has devastated one of the busiest tourist spots in New York City: Manhattan’s Chinatown. But the manager of the local 46 Mott Bakery is doing everything he can to keep not only his store, but the entire neighbourhood afloat.

Patrick Mock leads volunteers who have been braving rain and snow to deliver free meals for homeless and elderly residents in the area every night.

The 27-year-old also came up with the idea of “Light Up Chinatown”, a project to hang hundreds of festive lanterns above Mott Street in hopes of encouraging people to safely visit the historic district.

Describing himself as a “proud Chinatown kid”, Mock says he no longer works just at his shop, but also “for the community” where he was born and raised.

Good afternoon! Wishing you a happy Wednesday, February 17th, 2021 from all of us at Viewing NYC!

Here's what the weather looks like in the City right now.

Welcome to the second installment of transit tours! Today I've gone down to Lower Manhattan to document the unique City Hall station, which has many surprises to be found.

Note this is a tour of the modern station. Check out any of our posts on the abandoned station next.