New York Reports Most Single-Day New COVID Cases Since Start Of Pandemic, Slowing Manhattan's Economic Comeback
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 40 new pop-up vaccine sites would open statewide.
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Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 40 new pop-up vaccine sites would open statewide.
Home health aides are asking New York state for a raise. They say the current minimum wage is not a living wage for caregivers, and as a result, there is a critical shortage.
Blakeman joins county executives in Dutchess, Putnam and Rockland who are also saying no to enforcing the mandate.
Masks are now required in all indoor public spaces, unless the business or venue requires vaccinations.
Even in counties where the mandate is not enforced, expect to see more signs telling people to mask up.
She expects to break ground on the $9.5 billion project next year, with the first 14 gates opening in 2026.
This comes as nationwide the average number of COVID-19 cases is up 37% from last week, with hospitalizations rising in at least 42 states.
Their two-week mission comes as New York State is seeing an increase in COVID infections and hospitalizations.
Businesses and venues that do not require and check for fully vaccinated status must ensure staff and patrons two years and older wear a mask at all times when indoors.
New York has confirmed 20 cases of the Omicron variant and more are expected.
The funds will be distributed to nonprofit partners throughout the state that provide assistance for the evacuees.
A new Siena College poll shows 36% of registered voters favor Hochul in the gubernatorial primary.
A new initiative will help New York homeowners struggling during the pandemic.
There was no immediate word on the location of the new cases, nor their severity.
Officials said two of the cases are in Queens and one is in Brooklyn. The exact location of the fourth case in New York City is unknown.
"It is likely that this is not an isolated case, meaning that there is ongoing community spread of the Omicron variant in NYC," New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Dave Chokshi wrote on Twitter.
New York health officials are urging everyone to get fully vaccinated for the winter.
There is growing concern over a new COVID-19 variant that could spread faster, and may put vaccines to the test.
Hochul signed a proclamation pardoning Sullivan "Sully" the turkey, who was donated by the Jaffe family from Snowdance Farms.
After being stalled for years, state and federal leaders believe the expansion of the Second Avenue subway is finally going to get the green light.
Mayor Bill de Blasio is urging Gov. Kathy Hochul to impose a COVID vaccine mandate on MTA employees.
Dolan said, for him, the Tuesday before Thanksgiving marks the start of a beautiful season.
The village of Ossining is a suburban hot spot, with a downtown that's about to get a huge infusion of cash
Gov. Kathy Hochul was in Mount Vernon in Westchester County Monday morning to announce more funding for intervention programs that can help stop gun violence.
The governor thanked volunteers for their efforts and encouraged everyone to help neighbors in need through volunteering and donations.
