COVID-19: NY State Reverses Mask Mandate For Kids In Day Care COVID-19: NY State Reverses Mask Mandate For Kids In Day Care
Covid-19: NY State Reverses Mask Mandate For Kids In Day Care New York is rescinding its mandate that children between the ages of 2 and 5 have to wear facial coverings while in child care, reversing a controversial edict that had come under fire in recent weeks. This week, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that the state was reversing a requirement that children in child care wear masks as the country continues recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. The state announced that various health and child-welfare agencies “have jointly agreed to revise guidance allowing child care providers to continue the practices and protocols that have been in place…
COVID-19: NY's Easing Of Restrictions Starts; Here's What It Means COVID-19: NY's Easing Of Restrictions Starts; Here's What It Means
Covid-19: NY's Easing Of Restrictions Starts; Here's What It Means Time to get back in the New York Groove. The Empire State took its largest step forward so far in reopening the economy as New York ramps up its COVID-19 vaccination program and looks toward a return to normalcy as more businesses open up. As of Wednesday, May 19, capacity restrictions and curfews have largely been lifted in New York, and anyone fully vaccinated will no longer be required to continue wearing facial coverings. The mandatory midnight closing time for bars and restaurants ended for outdoor dining areas beginning on Monday, May 17, and for indoor dining areas on Monday, May …
'We Need More Time On The Clock': Murphy Won't Be Ditching Face Masks So Soon 'We Need More Time On The Clock': Murphy Won't Be Ditching Face Masks So Soon
'We Need More Time On The Clock': Murphy Won't Be Ditching Face Masks So Soon New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy proved he isn't a follower. While state leaders in Connecticut, New York, Delaware and Pennsylvania are allowing fully-vaccinated individuals to ditch face masks inside in accordance with the CDC's new guidelines, Murphy says "not yet." "This is not forever and always," the governor said during Monday's COVID-19 press conference. "We just need more time on the clock." Citing Dr. Anthony Fauci, chief medical adviser to President Biden, Murphy said that the premature, widespread removal of mask mandates especially indoors could reignite the virus. There…
COVID-19: Pair Of Warren County Restaurant Owners Charged For Violating Executive Mask Order COVID-19: Pair Of Warren County Restaurant Owners Charged For Violating Executive Mask Order
Covid-19: Pair Of Warren County Restaurant Owners Charged For Violating Executive Mask Order Two restaurant owners in Warren County were charged with violating the state’s executive mask order, authorities said. Stephen Desiderio, 51, of Branchburg, and Philip Blanche, 65, of Washington, were charged with failure to comply with the mask mandate following an April 17 investigation by the Warren County Prosecutor’s Office, Washington Township police said Monday. Desiderio, owner of Desiderio’s Stone Tavern on Route 31 S. in Washington Township, and Blanche, owner of Philburt’s Pub on W. Washington Avenue in Washington Borough, were issued summonses and are scheduled to appear in cour…
COVID-19: Here's How Much Longer Masks Should Be Worn Indoors, Lamont Says COVID-19: Here's How Much Longer Masks Should Be Worn Indoors, Lamont Says
Covid-19: Here's How Much Longer Masks Should Be Worn Indoors, Lamont Says New guidance on mask-wearing has been provided by Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont. Lamont said he plans to continue mandating the wearing of facial coverings indoors through at least the end of the school year as the state begins ramping up vaccinations in younger residents. “I think we're going to mandate that you continue to wear the mask in school through the end of the school year," Lamont said. "It gives students, teachers, and parents some confidence. “I'll have a discussion with the legislature about that. And probably, we're going to require indoor masking a little bit longer, un…
Sub-Zero Tolerance: FAA Tightens COVID Mask Policy, Fines Up To $35,000, Even Jail Time Sub-Zero Tolerance: FAA Tightens COVID Mask Policy, Fines Up To $35,000, Even Jail Time
Sub-Zero Tolerance: FAA Tightens COVID Mask Policy, Fines Up To $35,000, Even Jail Time As the number of unruly airline passengers -- and notable incidents -- continues to grow, the FAA announced that it's doubling down on its zero-tolerance COVID mask policy. “The policy directs our safety inspectors and attorneys to take strong enforcement action against any passenger who disrupts or threatens the safety of a flight, with penalties ranging from fines to jail time,” FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said. “The number of cases we’re seeing is still far too high and it tells us urgent action continues to be required," he said. Since December, the Federal Aviation Administration …
COVID-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Hudson Valley Cases By County, Other Data COVID-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Hudson Valley Cases By County, Other Data
Covid-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Hudson Valley Cases By County, Other Data For the first time in nearly a week, the Hudson Valley saw a downtick - however small - in its positive COVID-19 infection rate as the region reported more than 1,000 new cases for the second straight day. According to the state Department of Health, the average seven-day COVID-19 infection rate is down to 4.66 percent on Wednesday, March 17, from 4.67 percent the day before, still the highest rate in the state, ahead of Long Island (4.49 percent), and New York City (4.15 percent).  A total of 1,090 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the Hudson Valley out of thousands of tests adminis…
COVID-19: Here's When CT Restaurants, Other Business Can Go Back To Full Capacity COVID-19: Here's When CT Restaurants, Other Business Can Go Back To Full Capacity
Covid-19: Here's When CT Restaurants, Other Business Can Go Back To Full Capacity Some Connecticut restaurants and businesses will be permitted to open up to additional customers and patrons as the state continues its recovery from the latest surge of COVID-19.  Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont announced on Thursday, March 4 that in the coming weeks, the state will be easing certain restrictions, particularly those relating to capacity levels and travel restrictions. Lamont noted that while some restrictions are being eased, all of the protocols that relate to face coverings, social distancing, and cleaning measures are being maintained. Beginning on Friday, March 19, c…
COVID-19: Cafe Liquor License In Jeopardy After Alleged, 200-Guest Party COVID-19: Cafe Liquor License In Jeopardy After Alleged, 200-Guest Party
Covid-19: Cafe Liquor License In Jeopardy After Alleged, 200-Guest Party A cafe owner is facing the permanent loss of her license to operate and serve alcohol after the establishment hosted a private party for nearly 200 people. On Wednesday, Dec. 9, the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection sent a summary suspension order to Cafe Studio 1537, which is located at 1537 Dixwell Ave. in Hamden. Studio 1537, as it is often called, received a cease and desist order from the local board of health on Monday, Dec. 7, for a party the cafe hosted on Friday, Dec. 4. The cafe’s liquor license was also suspended and could be revoked, according to the summary order. …
NJ Rapper Ice-T Shares Photo Of Anti-Masker Father-In-Law 'On Oxygen Forever' NJ Rapper Ice-T Shares Photo Of Anti-Masker Father-In-Law 'On Oxygen Forever'
NJ Rapper Ice-T Shares Photo Of Anti-Masker Father-In-Law 'On Oxygen Forever' North Jersey rapper is the latest celebrity stepping up to shut down the COVID-19 deniers. The 62-year-old dad -- who lives in Edgewater with wife Coco -- recently shared a viral video of a woman berating an Englewood bank teller after refusing to wear a mask on Black Friday. Ice T, who grew up in Newark and then lived in Summit, shared the video on Twitter. "This is Karen," he wrote, "A scientist in her mind." When another Twitter user commented on T's retweet of the video, agreeing with "Scientist Karen," the rapper clapped back: I have 6 DEAD close friends from this Virus.. You ne…
Bergen County Bank Tirade Goes Viral: ‘I Am A Scientist. There Is No Corona!’ Bergen County Bank Tirade Goes Viral: ‘I Am A Scientist. There Is No Corona!’
Bergen County Bank Tirade Goes Viral: ‘I Am A Scientist. There Is No Corona!’ A video of a woman berating an Englewood bank teller after refusing to wear a mask has gone viral. “I’m a scientist. There is no corona!” the woman shouts while calling the masked Citibank teller a “bully.” “You work for me!!” she adds, shouting. “I do not work for you!! I’ve been a customer since 1990! Were you born then?? Shame on you!” “Give me your card with your name because this branch is gonna hear your name,” the unidentified woman continues, waving her arms, as another customer in line paces uncomfortably. “You’re gonna become famous. Do it now! Do it now! “Count your days! Cou…
COVID-19: Westchester Adds School Mask Mandate, Evaluates Youth Sports Amid Case Increase COVID-19: Westchester Adds School Mask Mandate, Evaluates Youth Sports Amid Case Increase
Covid-19: Westchester Adds School Mask Mandate, Evaluates Youth Sports Amid Case Increase With COVID-19 cases on the rise in Westchester, County Executive George Latimer is making some changes in schools to help curtail the spread of the virus. During a COVID-19 briefing on Monday, Oct. 19, Latimer said that there is now a mandatory mask mandate in all schools for students and staffers, and the county will be reevaluating the safety of continuing certain youth sports. Earlier story - COVID-19: Westchester Infection Increase Causes Concern; Here Are New Cases By Municipality Westchester has seen hundreds of new active COVID-19 cases reported in recent weeks, as the death toll co…