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Source: Coronavirus in NY: Central NY cleared for phase four, hospitalizations below 1,000 – syracuse.com

Today we reached a great milestone: Total hospitalizations of COVID-19 patients in New York State fell to 996, dropping below 1,000 for the first time since March 18th. We did this by working as a statewide community and with a shared commitment to New Yorkers across the State. But we cannot stop now. Keep up […]

Today I announced, along with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, a joint initiative that requires all individuals traveling to NY, NJ or CT from listed states with significant community spread of COVID-19 to quarantine for a 14-day period upon arrival. This advisory goes into effect tonight at midnight and as […]

Green Mountain National Forest Bennington, Vermont Out-of-state Rescue: On June 16 at 5:15 p.m., Forest Rangers Tony Goetke and John Gullen began responding with the New York State Police (NYSP) Aviation unit to assist with a health emergency via a mutual aid helicopter hoist request from the State of Vermont. NYSP received a request from […]

Town of Keene Essex County Pet Distress Reminder: On June 21 at 2:45 p.m., DEC’s Ray Brook Dispatch received a call from a hiker advising that they were coming down Giant Mountain when their 75-pound Golden Retriever collapsed about one mile from Chapel Pond parking lot. The hiking party had started their trip at approximately […]

COVID-19 June 24 Updates Phase IV and Sports and Recreation Updates Under Phase IV, church occupancy can increase to 33% from 25%. Gatherings of up to 50 people will also be permitted under Phase IV. Guidance has yet to be released for malls, gyms, movie theaters, bowling alleys and other industries and I continue to push […]

Source: New York, NJ, CT order 14-day quarantines for travelers from some other states – syracuse.com

The North Country Chamber of Commerce Reports Initially, Phase Four makes a limited set of additional categories of activities eligible for reopening: Higher Education Low-Risk Outdoor Arts and Entertainment Low-Risk Indoor Arts and Entertainment Media Production Guidelines and Safety Plan templates are now available for these categories. The LOOKUP TOOL can also be used to […]

Source: NY malls, gyms, movie theaters will not reopen in phase four (report) – syracuse.com

COVID-19 June 23 Updates Clinton County DMV Updates Clinton County DMV will be open by appointment only starting on Wednesday, June 24. Call 518-565-4789 to make an appointment. New York Forward Child Care Expansion Incentive Program Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced today that $65 million in federal CARES Act funding is available for child care providers statewide through […]

Source: Restarting NY: State issues rules for youth and adult sports, skills camps, yoga, tennis – syracuse.com

Today New York City has entered Phase 2 of reopening, the last region in the state to reach that milestone. Phase 2 allows hair salons, barbershops, car dealers, retail stores and other businesses to open. Real estate agents can once again show (vacant) apartments, and outdoor dining can resume at restaurants. (More details here). Remember […]

Interim Report Recommendations Propose State and Local Actions to Promote Sustainable Recreation The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today released the High Peaks Strategic Planning Advisory Group’s (HPAG) Immediate Action Recommendations Report, DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos announced today. The report includes proposed actions that DEC and its State and local partners could […]

“While I am encouraged that many regions, including the North Country, have been able to reopen with restrictions, this phased reopening left a large gap between previous guidance and what is projected to be covered under Phase IV. “It seems counterproductive to indicate that large box retail stores can open for business, or 150 individuals […]

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: Buyouts and early retirement stir buzz in New York’s government workforces

June 18, 2020. As you are well aware by now as we reopen, we are carefully monitoring the data. While the numbers across the state have been consistently good, we noticed a sign of caution in Central New York this week when then numbers went up from .6 percent positive to 1.3 to 1.4 percent. […]

All New Yorkers Encouraged to Explore Local Fishing Opportunities New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced a Free Fishing Weekend for June 27 – 28. The event is the second of six Free Fishing Days offered in New York State every year. “This free fishing weekend could not have […]

June 17, 2020. After more than 100 straight days of giving daily press briefings, this Friday, June 19th, will be the final one. Going forward, I will give press briefings as needed but rest assured I will continue to provide New Yorkers with the facts, data and my opinion as we continue to chart the […]

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Offerings Now Include Online Bowhunter Course 24,000 Hunters Have Completed Online Course since April; New York State Sporting License Sales Up Nearly 10 Percent New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced that DEC’s online hunter education course will continue to be available through Aug. 31, 2020. All hunters must […]

Additional DEC Campground Openings to be Announced Soon for Summer 2020 Season Campers Encouraged to Follow Guidelines to Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 While Enjoying Beauty of Adirondacks and Catskills The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced that 20 of DEC’s campgrounds in the Adirondack and Catskill parks will open […]

Source: Cuomo to end daily coronavirus briefings this week – syracuse.com

Source: New York hospital, group home visitation policies change, nursing homes not included