COVID-19: Here's What New Businesses Will Reopen As Hudson Valley, Long Island Near Phase 3 COVID-19: Here's What New Businesses Will Reopen As Hudson Valley, Long Island Near Phase 3 COVID-19: Here's What New Businesses Will Reopen As Hudson Valley, Long Island Near Phase 3
Covid-19: Here's What New Businesses Will Reopen As Hudson Valley, Long Island Near Phase 3 The Hudson Valley and Long Island are on track to become the latest regions in New York to enter Phase 3 of opening up the economy as the state recovers from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Provided the COVID-19 numbers continue to stay steady, the Hudson Valley will enter Phase 3 on Tuesday, June 23, with Long Island following suit a day later on Wednesday, June 24. Related story - COVID-19: Dutchess, Putnam, Rockland, Orange County Execs Ask Cuomo To Start Phase 3 Earlier In Phase 3, limited indoor dining will be permitted, as well as personal care service businesses such as nai…
COVID-19: Here's Three-Day Hudson Valley Testing Trend At 'Pivotal Point' In Pandemic COVID-19: Here's Three-Day Hudson Valley Testing Trend At 'Pivotal Point' In Pandemic COVID-19: Here's Three-Day Hudson Valley Testing Trend At 'Pivotal Point' In Pandemic
Covid-19: Here's Three-Day Hudson Valley Testing Trend At 'Pivotal Point' In Pandemic Though many states that have reopened amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak have seen sudden spikes in cases, New York continues to thrive as the state slowly restarts the economy. With the state now evaluating specific numbers daily and conducting more than 50,000 tests daily statewide, the number of potential COVID-19 patients testing positive for the virus has remained steady throughout the week. On Tuesday, June 9 1.2 percent of Hudson Valley residents tested for COVID-19 were positive, fluctuating to .8 percent the following day and back up to 1.1 percent on Thursday, June 11.…
COVID-19: Poll Shows How Many Think It's Safe To Go Restaurant, Barber/Salon, Clothing Store COVID-19: Poll Shows How Many Think It's Safe To Go Restaurant, Barber/Salon, Clothing Store COVID-19: Poll Shows How Many Think It's Safe To Go Restaurant, Barber/Salon, Clothing Store
Covid-19: Poll Shows How Many Think It's Safe To Go Restaurant, Barber/Salon, Clothing Store With states beginning to slowly reopen their economies amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, most Americans are still exercising extreme caution as businesses open their doors. A new Quinnipiac University poll of 1,323 Americans nationwide between Thursday, May 14, and Monday, May 18 gauged what is going to be considered “new normal” due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The poll found that 75 percent of voters believe the country should take a slow approach to reopen, even if it has a negative impact on the economy.  However, 21 percent are emphasizing the economy over public health,…
COVID-19: County Execs From Westchester, Long Island Discuss Paths To Reopening COVID-19: County Execs From Westchester, Long Island Discuss Paths To Reopening COVID-19: County Execs From Westchester, Long Island Discuss Paths To Reopening
Covid-19: County Execs From Westchester, Long Island Discuss Paths To Reopening County executives from Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties met on a Facebook Watch meeting to discuss the future of downstate New York amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone welcomed Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and Westchester County Executive George Latimer for a lengthy conversation on Thursday, May 21 as they discussed the unique challenges the two regions are facing as they look to start slowly reopening their economies. Currently, Long Island and the mid-Hudson Valley, the region Westchester has been grouped in, are the only r…
COVID-19 Crisis Could Cost Connecticut Billions, Lamont Says COVID-19 Crisis Could Cost Connecticut Billions, Lamont Says COVID-19 Crisis Could Cost Connecticut Billions, Lamont Says
Covid-19 Crisis Could Cost Connecticut Billions, Lamont Says The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak could wind up costing Connecticut billions of dollars and wiping out the state’s rainy day fund. Calling the numbers “sobering,” Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont previously said that Connecticut will end the fiscal year with a $1 billion budget shortfall, with the number potentially doubling over the next cycle, which begins in July. Budget numbers released by the Office of Fiscal Analysis show Connecticut’s budget deficit this year grew to over $1 billion, an increase of more than $687 million over the previous estimate. Sales tax revenue dro…
COVID-19: These Restrictions In Place As Beaches Reopen COVID-19: These Restrictions In Place As Beaches Reopen COVID-19: These Restrictions In Place As Beaches Reopen
Covid-19: These Restrictions In Place As Beaches Reopen Some Fairfield County beaches will be reopening next week, though with certain restrictions as the state looks to kickstart the economy amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. As of Wednesday, May 20, Calf Pasture Beach, Shady Beach, and Cranberry Park will reopen to traffic in Norwalk, with parking lots permitted to reach 50 percent capacity, city officials announced this week. There will also be limited parking for non-residents. “The City of Norwalk weighs numerous factors when deciding what services, amenities, and staffing levels should be during these unprecedented times,” ac…
'Murder Hornets': Deadly Insects May Have Come To US As 'Hitchhikers' 'Murder Hornets': Deadly Insects May Have Come To US As 'Hitchhikers' 'Murder Hornets': Deadly Insects May Have Come To US As 'Hitchhikers'
'Murder Hornets': Deadly Insects May Have Come To US As 'Hitchhikers' Asian giant hornets, now known globally as "murder hornets,” may have made their way to the United States as “unwitting hitchhikers,” according to health officials monitoring their arrival. Last week, reports of the vicious insects, which are approximately two-inches long and could be potentially deadly to humans and animals, surfaced on the West Coast, adding anxiety to those already gripped in fear from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. According to a spokesperson for the Washington State Department of Agriculture, it was unclear how the hornets made it to the United States, though he said …
'Murder Hornet': Westchester Town Begins Preparing Now For Possible Arrival 'Murder Hornet': Westchester Town Begins Preparing Now For Possible Arrival 'Murder Hornet': Westchester Town Begins Preparing Now For Possible Arrival
'Murder Hornet': Westchester Town Begins Preparing Now For Possible Arrival A Westchester County town is “preparing for the next threat” as so-called “murder hornets” have been confirmed in Washington State. Greenburgh Supervisor Paul Feiner said on Wednesday morning, May 6 that the town is "stockpiling epinephrine and other medications" after the Asian giant hornet was spotted in the United States for the first time, prompting fears the insects could make their way to New York. Earlier story - Vicious Giant Hornets With Venomous Sting Spotted For First Time In US According to Feiner, “instead of waiting, the Town of Greenburgh EMS is preparing.” "Beyond its si…
COVID-19: Former Google CEO To Reimagine How New York Operates COVID-19: Former Google CEO To Reimagine How New York Operates COVID-19: Former Google CEO To Reimagine How New York Operates
Covid-19: Former Google CEO To Reimagine How New York Operates Gov. Andrew Cuomo has tabbed former Google CEO Eric Schmidt to help lead the charge in reimagining the “new normal” in New York as it begins to come out the other side of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Schmidt will be tasked with heading a 15-member blue-ribbon commission that will “Reimagine New York.” “We need a true visionary, and that’s Eric Schmidt,” Cuomo said. “He might be the best in the world. He saw a future no one else envisioned and developed a way to get there. So I’m asking him to work with us to bring that visionary aspect to our government and our society. “Th…
'Murder Hornet': Videos Show What It's Like To Be Stung By Dangerous Insect Now In US 'Murder Hornet': Videos Show What It's Like To Be Stung By Dangerous Insect Now In US 'Murder Hornet': Videos Show What It's Like To Be Stung By Dangerous Insect Now In US
'Murder Hornet': Videos Show What It's Like To Be Stung By Dangerous Insect Now In US Videos of massive so-called “murder hornets” with venomous stingers that have migrated from Asia have been making the rounds on social media, showing the insect killing its often larger prey with impunity. New story: 'Murder Hornets': Westchester Town Begins Preparing Now For Possible Arrival The hornets have been shown killing mice, other rodents, coyotes, and large bugs. See video above - warning: graphic content.  It is unclear where the videos have been shot, though the invasive insect has reportedly made its way to the United States, in Washington State, as well as Canada. …
COVID-19: Concerns Voiced As Local Malls Plan To Reopen COVID-19: Concerns Voiced As Local Malls Plan To Reopen COVID-19: Concerns Voiced As Local Malls Plan To Reopen
Covid-19: Concerns Voiced As Local Malls Plan To Reopen Click here for an updated story - COVID-19: Mall Owner Pulls Back On Reopening Date Simon says ... it’s time to reopen some malls in the region amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Simon Property Group announced this week that Woodbury Common Premium Outlets in Orange County will be reopening on Saturday, May 16, the day after the state “unpauses” and begins reopening some non-essential businesses. Other planned openings in New York include Shops at Nanuet, and The Westchester in White Plains. In total, nearly two dozen properties in the area are expected to reopen, pend…
COVID-19: Westchester Community College President Named To State Advisory Board COVID-19: Westchester Community College President Named To State Advisory Board COVID-19: Westchester Community College President Named To State Advisory Board
Covid-19: Westchester Community College President Named To State Advisory Board The president of Westchester Community College has been chosen to help determine when New York should begin reopening the economy amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo appointed Dr. Belinda Miles to his newly-formed NY Forward Re-Opening Advisory Board, which will guide when some regions in the state can begin to kickstart their economies. The advisory board, chaired by former Secretaries to the Governor Steve Cohen and Bill Mulrow, includes health, business, workforce, and education from throughout the state. According to Cuomo, the board will be “made…