Hackensack, NJ
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Hackensack Launches Countywide Coronavirus Tracker Hackensack Launches Countywide Coronavirus Tracker
Hackensack Launches Countywide Coronavirus Tracker A new coronavirus portal launched by Hackensack officials provides daily updates of the number of cases both in the city and countywide, as well as other helpful resources -- including a list of 50 local restaurants providing takeout or curbside service, with menus, phone numbers and more. The portal provides various other information, videos and links on a variety of important resources, as well, including how to get tested for COVID-19 in Bergen County. “One of the best ways our city can help fight against the coronavirus right now is to provide up-to-date information, resources, and fact…

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by Jerry DeMarco
New City, NY
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COVID-19: Rockland Health Department Fines School, Synagogue For Rules Violations COVID-19: Rockland Health Department Fines School, Synagogue For Rules Violations
Covid-19: Rockland Health Department Fines School, Synagogue For Rules Violations A school and a synagogue in Rockland County have been issued fines of up to $2,000 for violating a county order requiring closure due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The Rockland County Department of Health said on Thursday, March 26, they have been deploying inspectors as complaints are received to protect the public health and ensure compliance with the department's school closure order, said John Lyon, spokesman for Rockland County.  The two sites found in violation on Wednesday, March 25, included: Central UTA of Monsey, 236 Cherry Lane, Airmont Kahal Shaarei Tefillah, 7 Nel…

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by Kathy Reakes
Brentwood, NY
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COVID-19: Suffolk County DA Tests Positive COVID-19: Suffolk County DA Tests Positive
Covid-19: Suffolk County DA Tests Positive Suffolk County District Attorney Tim Sini has tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), according to multiple sources. Sini, who is reportedly not showing any symptoms, is in self-quarantine, but still working from his home. Sources say Sini was diagnosed about a week ago and has notified health department officials. More than 80 percent of his staff is working remotely. As of Tuesday, March 24, there were a reported 1,880 cases of COVID-19 in Suffolk County and 17 deaths to date.

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by Kathy Reakes
Mount Pleasant, NY
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COVID-19: New Large Gathering In Area Sparks Police Investigation COVID-19: New Large Gathering In Area Sparks Police Investigation
Covid-19: New Large Gathering In Area Sparks Police Investigation Reports of a large party or wedding taking place in Rockland County over the weekend led County Executive Ed Day and local police to take action amid the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The incident took place during the day on Sunday, March 22, at a home in Wesley Hills, where a wedding was reportedly taking place with at least 100 people attending in violation of an executive order banning large gatherings. The more stringent New York State "PAUSE" policy went into effect at 8 p.m. Sunday. Under this policy, non-essential gatherings of individuals of any size for any reason …

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by Kathy Reakes
Somers, NY
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COVID-19: School Staffer Tests Positive In Westchester COVID-19: School Staffer Tests Positive In Westchester
Covid-19: School Staffer Tests Positive In Westchester A Westchester school district staffer has tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). During a daily briefing provided to parents, students, and teachers on video, White Plains School Superintendent Dr. Joseph Ricca said on Tuesday, March 17, announced the news. Ricca, who did not name the school where the "colleague" worked, said the staff member was doing well. The superintendent said the district had notified all who worked with the affected employee and that the district was working with the Health Department to make sure all protocols were followed. "We send best wishes to …

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by Kathy Reakes
Newark, NJ
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Hackensack Meridian's New Coronavirus Test Reduces Wait Time From Days To Hours Hackensack Meridian's New Coronavirus Test Reduces Wait Time From Days To Hours
Hackensack Meridian's New Coronavirus Test Reduces Wait Time From Days To Hours Hackensack Meridian Health has created a test that health officials say could save patients days of waiting for test results and help control the spread of coronavirus. Approved by the state's health department, the rapid response test will create a more effective triage system in hospitals and potentially better control the spread of coronavirus -- specifically reducing wait time from days to just hours, officials said. “We believe our test could make the difference in stemming outbreaks,” said David S. Perlin, Ph.D., the chief scientific officer and senior vice president of the …

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by Jon Craig
Newburgh, NY
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First Orange County COVID-19 Case Confirmed First Orange County COVID-19 Case Confirmed
First Orange County Covid-19 Case Confirmed Orange County has its first case of the novel strain of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The Orange County Health Department confirmed the news on Thursday, March 12. The person is currently hospitalized and quarantined. “Individuals who are experiencing symptoms and may have traveled to areas of concern, or have been in contact with somebody who has traveled to these areas, should call ahead to their health care provider before seeking treatment in person,” health officials said. “There are thousands of confirmed cases in China, including cases outside of Wuhan and additional cases being…

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by Zak Failla
Greenwich, CT
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COVID-19: Greenwich Announces Building Closure COVID-19: Greenwich Announces Building Closure
Covid-19: Greenwich Announces Building Closure The Greenwich Senior Center/Arts Center, otherwise known as 299 on The Ave, will be closed to the public, until further notice, beginning Wednesday, March 11, due to concerns over the novel coronavirus, Greenwich First Selectman Fred Camillo said. Two cases of the novel coronavirus, otherwise known as COVID-19, have been diagnosed in Connecticut and more than 100 in neighboring Westchester County. None have been reported in Greenwich. The closure impacts all activities held by the Greenwich Commission on Aging at the Senior Center – including the daily lun…

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by Joe Lombardi
New City, NY
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Two Rockland COVID-19 Patients Reportedly Worked At Westchester Bat Mitzvah Two Rockland COVID-19 Patients Reportedly Worked At Westchester Bat Mitzvah
Two Rockland Covid-19 Patients Reportedly Worked At Westchester Bat Mitzvah The two Rockland County residents who have been confirmed to have the novel coronavirus were reportedly exposed while working at a bat mitzvah in Westchester County. The two were exposed while at Young Israel New Rochelle  -- the same event attended by the 50-year-old New Rochelle lawyer who was the first of 27 Westchester residents to test positive for the virus. Rockland County officials would not confirm where the two were exposed to the virus, besides saying it was in Westchester County. The lawyer, who works for a midtown Manhattan law firm, has been linked to all 27 Westchester …

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by Kathy Reakes
Kingston, NY
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Son Of Westchester COVID-19 Patient Becomes Third Confirmed NY Case Son Of Westchester COVID-19 Patient Becomes Third Confirmed NY Case
Son Of Westchester Covid-19 Patient Becomes Third Confirmed NY Case Click here for an updated story: Wife, Two Kids, Neighbor Of Westchester COVID-19 Patient Also Test Positive, Cuomo Says A college student in New York City who is the son of a COVID-19 patient from Westchester has become the third person in the metropolitan area -- and New York State -- to test positive for the novel coronavirus. The announcement came on Wednesday morning, March 4, in a statement by Yeshiva University in Washington Heights, prompting the closure of the Wilf campus where the student is enrolled. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced the student's father teste…

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by Joe Lombardi
Kingston, NY
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Westchester Man Who Tested Positive For Coronavirus ID'd As Attorney Who Works In NYC Westchester Man Who Tested Positive For Coronavirus ID'd As Attorney Who Works In NYC
Westchester Man Who Tested Positive For Coronavirus ID'd As Attorney Who Works In NYC This story has been updated with new information. The Westchester man who has tested positive for the second case of the novel coronavirus in New York State has been identified as an attorney at a small law firm in midtown Manhattan and lives in New Rochelle. The 50-year-old man is now hospitalized, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Tuesday morning, March 3. Cuomo said the man has an underlying respiratory illness. He recently traveled to Miami, but no direct connection to China or any country on the virus watch list has been established, making it an apparent case of "community spr…

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by Joe Lombardi
Massapequa, NY
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83 In Voluntary Isolation in Nassau County Due To Coronavirus Concerns 83 In Voluntary Isolation in Nassau County Due To Coronavirus Concerns
83 In Voluntary Isolation in Nassau County Due To Coronavirus Concerns Officials have a message for Long Island residents regarding the coronavirus -- don't panic. During a press conference on Wednesday, Feb. 26, health and government officials said there are no confirmed cases of the virus in Nassau County.  However, there are 83 people who are "self-isolating" as requested by the Nassau County Health Department due to visiting mainland China within the past 14 days, said Health Commissioner Dr. Larry Eisenstein. Suffolk County is reportedly currently monitoring 29 people for the virus.  There are no mandatory quarantine cases in either county. L…

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by Kathy Reakes