COVID-19: New NY Region Cleared To Enter Phase 4 COVID-19: New NY Region Cleared To Enter Phase 4
Covid-19: New NY Region Cleared To Enter Phase 4 The seventh of 10 regions in New York is set to enter the final phase of the state’s four-phase reopening plan as it kickstarts the economy. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that global health officials have reviewed the data and the Capital Region has been cleared and given the green light to enter Phase 4 of reopening as of Wednesday, July 1. The Capital Region will join Western New York, the Southern Tier, Finger Lakes, Central New York, Mohawk Valley, and North Country in Phase 4. New York City remains in Phase 2, though is on track to hit Phase 3 as of Monday, July 7. The mid-Huds…
COVID-19: Five Regions In New York On Track To Enter Phase 4 This Week COVID-19: Five Regions In New York On Track To Enter Phase 4 This Week
Covid-19: Five Regions In New York On Track To Enter Phase 4 This Week Half of New York’s 10 regions are on track to enter Phase 4 of the state’s mandated four-phase reopening as the state continues its recovery from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Mohawk Valley, Finger Lakes, North Country, Central New York, and Southern Tier are all set to enter Phase 4 of reopening their economies as of Friday, June 26, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced during a COVID-19 briefing on Wednesday, June 24 in Manhattan. Related story - COVID-19: NY, NJ, CT Order Joint Quarantine For Visitors From States With High Infection Rate In Phase 4: Low-risk, ou…
COVID-19: Here's When Some Youth Sports Can Start Up Again In New York COVID-19: Here's When Some Youth Sports Can Start Up Again In New York
Covid-19: Here's When Some Youth Sports Can Start Up Again In New York A date has been set for six youth sports to start up again in regions of New York in Phase 3 of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic reopening process. Those sports, characterized as "low risk," can start up again on Monday, July 6. They are: Baseball Softball Field Hockey Crew Cross Country Gymnastics Gov. Andrew Cuomo made the announcement on Sunday, June 14 during his daily news briefing, held in Albany. The clearance applies only to recreational sports, and does not include interscholastic or school-based sports. Each child participating is allowed no more than two spectato…
COVID-19: Long Island's A Day Away From Starting Phase 2 Of Reopening Process COVID-19: Long Island's A Day Away From Starting Phase 2 Of Reopening Process
Covid-19: Long Island's A Day Away From Starting Phase 2 Of Reopening Process Long Island is poised to enter Phase 2 of New York's reopening plan as the state continues its recovery from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Under the guidelines set forth by the state, Long Island will start the second of the four-phase process on Wednesday, June 10, with businesses opening under strict guidelines. Earlier story - COVID-19: There Are Now New Rules For Graduations, Houses Of Worship In NY Businesses reopening for Phase 2 will only be permitted to reach 50 percent occupancy, social distancing will be required, and face coverings must be worn by employees. Phase …
COVID-19: Guidelines Issued For Phase 2 Office Reopenings COVID-19: Guidelines Issued For Phase 2 Office Reopenings
Covid-19: Guidelines Issued For Phase 2 Office Reopenings With offices in New York set to reopen during Phase 2 of the state’s novel coronavirus (COVID-19) reopening, some restrictions have been put in place to ensure there isn’t a spike in new cases of the virus. With seven regions in New York entering Phase 2 of their reopening plans, which includes office buildings, the state has set forth certain parameters to permit for a safe return to business. The Capital Region, Central New York, Finger Lakes, Mohawk Valley, North Country, Southern Tier, and Western New York are all in Phase 2.  The mid-Hudson and Long Island are on track to join …
COVID-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases By Municipality As Westchester Nears Phase 2 Reopening COVID-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases By Municipality As Westchester Nears Phase 2 Reopening
Covid-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases By Municipality As Westchester Nears Phase 2 Reopening Westchester could be days away from entering Phase 2 of the four-phase process of reopening the economy as the region attempts to recover from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said the mid-Hudson Valley region is on track to reopen as soon as Tuesday, June 9, provided the area doesn't see a rise in COVID-19 hospitalization, infection and fatality rates. Phase 2 includes outdoor dining at restaurants, office-based jobs, real estate, barbershops, salons, and expanded retail services, though businesses reopening for Phase 2 will only be permitted to reach 5…
COVID-19: NY Libraries Cleared To Reopen With These Restrictions COVID-19: NY Libraries Cleared To Reopen With These Restrictions
Covid-19: NY Libraries Cleared To Reopen With These Restrictions Some libraries in New York have opened back up with limited services for patrons as the state recovers from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Empire State Development announced that regions in Phase 1 of reopening are permitted to allow curbside pick-up services; while those in Phase 2 are allowed limited in-person pickup, though capacity inside will be limited. According to officials, at most libraries, patrons can request materials online or over the phone and then later pick them up at a time specified by library staff. Once they are reopened, libraries are expected to be restri…
COVID-19: Five NY Regions Cleared To Move To Phase 2 Reopenings, Including Barbershops, Salons COVID-19: Five NY Regions Cleared To Move To Phase 2 Reopenings, Including Barbershops, Salons
Covid-19: Five NY Regions Cleared To Move To Phase 2 Reopenings, Including Barbershops, Salons After some initial confusion, five regions in upstate New York have been given the green light to enter Phase 2 of their reopening plans amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said that as of 1 p.m. on Friday, May 29, the Finger Lakes, North Country, Mohawk Valley, Central New York, and the Southern Tier can reopen selected businesses, though under strict guidelines. Earlier story - COVID-19: Here's What You Should Know About The Four Phases Of NY Reopenings Phase 2 includes office-based jobs, real estate, barbershops, salons, and expanded retai…
COVID-19: Hudson Valley, Long Island To Resume In-Person Courthouse Operations COVID-19: Hudson Valley, Long Island To Resume In-Person Courthouse Operations
Covid-19: Hudson Valley, Long Island To Resume In-Person Courthouse Operations With the mid-Hudson Valley and Long Island regions set to begin reopening amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, courts will also begin opening up doors to in-person proceedings. Janet DiFiore, the Chief Judge for New York State, announced on Tuesday, May 26 that courts will begin phasing the return of judges and staff to courthouses in the regions now that they’ve met the state mandates for reopening. Beginning on Wednesday, May 27, courts will gradually resume in-person operations in Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland and Westchester counties, followed by Ulster and Sullivan counti…
COVID-19: Seventh Region In NY Cleared To Reopen, Mid-Hudson Valley Still Missing Metrics COVID-19: Seventh Region In NY Cleared To Reopen, Mid-Hudson Valley Still Missing Metrics
Covid-19: Seventh Region In NY Cleared To Reopen, Mid-Hudson Valley Still Missing Metrics Now there are three to go. The Capital Region will be the seventh in the state to restart economic activities amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak after identifying and training 430 “tracers” to meet the final metric mandated by the state to allow reopening. Related story - COVID-19: NY Launches Online Dashboard To Track How Close Regions Are To Reopening The Capital Region joins Central New York, the Finger Lakes, Mohawk Valley, North Country, and Southern Tier to meet the necessary benchmarks established by the state. Long Island and the mid-Hudson Valley still have n…
COVID-19: NY On Pause Measure Extended For Long Island COVID-19: NY On Pause Measure Extended For Long Island
Covid-19: NY On Pause Measure Extended For Long Island Long Island will remain “on pause” for at least two more weeks, as New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo extended the order in certain regions of the state while others start reopening economies. Cuomo said that some downstate regions, including Long Island, will be extended through Thursday, May 28, as they work to meet the state’s seven metrics that will permit reopening. Earlier story - COVID-19: Here Are New Activities, Low-Risk Businesses Restarting This Week Downstate According to the Department of Health, Long Island has not seen: a 14-day decline in hospital deaths, or fewer than five…
COVID-19: Plan For Phased Reopening Of NY Businesses By Region Outlined By Cuomo COVID-19: Plan For Phased Reopening Of NY Businesses By Region Outlined By Cuomo
Covid-19: Plan For Phased Reopening Of NY Businesses By Region Outlined By Cuomo Some regions in New York will begin to slowly “unpause” from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic as soon as Friday, May 15 if they meet certain specifications and health measures. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo made the announcement during a news briefing held at midday Monday, May 4 at Wegmans Conference Center in Rochester. Cuomo said the state will allow selected regions to begin opening some non-essential businesses in phases, though they will have to meet certain requirements before being given the green light by the state. According to state officials, Long Island, New Yo…