Torrington, CT
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Here's One Bright Spot In Record March Retail Sales Decline COVID-19: Here's One Bright Spot In Record March Retail Sales Decline
Covid-19: Here's One Bright Spot In Record March Retail Sales Decline Though the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has wreaked havoc on retail stores in the entire nation, grocery and beverage store sales skyrocketed to new heights, according to newly released data. While retailers have seen businesses plummet, grocery stores and beverage depots have seen sales increase by more than 25 percent since the outbreak began in early March, according to a new report from the National Retail Federation. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the overall retail business was down 8.7 percent from February to March, and down 6.2 percent at the same point last year. Th…

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by Zak Failla
Pelham, NY
News
COVID-19: Initial Antibody Study Reveals Percentage Of Randomly Tested NYers Who Are Positive COVID-19: Initial Antibody Study Reveals Percentage Of Randomly Tested NYers Who Are Positive
Covid-19: Initial Antibody Study Reveals Percentage Of Randomly Tested NYers Who Are Positive The first phase of random testing of New Yorkers statewide found that nearly 14 percent tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19) antibodies, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced. During his daily COVID-19 news briefing on Thursday, April 23, Cuomo said that 3,000 New Yorkers had been randomly tested at grocery and box stores in the first phase of antibody testings, and 13.9 percent had been infected by the virus. The majority of cases were in New York City (21.2 percent), Long Island (16.7 percent), Westchester and Rockland (11.7 percent). Just 3.6 percent of cases were reported in the rest …

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by Zak Failla
Torrington, CT
Lifestyle
COVID-19: $500M New Legoland Location In Hudson Valley Scraps Planned July 4th Opening COVID-19: $500M New Legoland Location In Hudson Valley Scraps Planned July 4th Opening
Covid-19: $500M New Legoland Location In Hudson Valley Scraps Planned July 4th Opening The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) isn't only causing havoc with just about every American's life, it's also doing the same to their planned getaways. On Tuesday, March 31, Legoland New York announced that its planned opening for Saturday, July 4 has been delayed until sometime in 2021, due to the pandemic. “Nothing is more important to us than the health, safety, and security of our team, the partners we work with, and the communities we serve,” said Legoland New York Resort divisional director Stephanie Johnson.  Johnson said the pandemic has affected businesses worldwide, and by waiting,…

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by Kathy Reakes
Mount Pleasant, NY
Politics
COVID-19: 'We Face A Long Road Ahead - Stay Hopeful,' Obama Says, Sharing Inspiring Stories COVID-19: 'We Face A Long Road Ahead - Stay Hopeful,' Obama Says, Sharing Inspiring Stories
Covid-19: 'We Face A Long Road Ahead - Stay Hopeful,' Obama Says, Sharing Inspiring Stories Former President Barack Obama is urging Americans to stay hopeful amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. "The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing us to make sudden, drastic shifts to our way of life to keep ourselves and our communities healthy and safe," Obama said in a statement. "But even in this uncertain time, we can still find reasons for hope.  "People from every corner of the globe are carrying out selfless acts in times of need. While staying safe, they’re discovering creative, wholehearted ways to look out for others.  "And they’re demonstrating a value that guides th…

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by Daily Voice
Massapequa, NY
News
COVID-19: What Does Virus Do Inside Your Body? Can You Get It Twice? COVID-19: What Does Virus Do Inside Your Body? Can You Get It Twice?
Covid-19: What Does Virus Do Inside Your Body? Can You Get It Twice? While the novel strain of coronavirus (COVID-19) has proven deadly to many, a larger portion of the population that contracts the disease will only experience moderate symptoms, health officials said. It has been established that the rapidly spreading COVID-19 virus is spread person-to-person within a six-foot range when a person coughs or sneezes. It is also possible for the virus to live on hard surfaces, which can then be spread by touching one’s mouth, nose or eyes. Earlier story: COVID-19 - Coronavirus Can Remain In Air 3 Hours, Live On Some Surfaces 2-3 Days, Tests Show According to …

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by Zak Failla