COVID

The New York State Department of Health reported a statewide COVID positivity rate below 1.0%. Gov. Cuomo announced a single day positivity rate of .8%. This is the lowest positivity rate since September. Cuomo stated: “We are working night and day to stop COVID-19 in its tracks, and the key is getting as many New Yorkers […]

On Saturday, Gov. Cuomo updated New Yorkers on the status of the pandemic as well as the states progress. Western New York’s 7-day average has falled below 2% for the first time since mid-March and has falled 62% since the spring peak a month ago. Cuomo stated: “New Yorkers are tough and they are strong. […]

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has made an announcement that may implement changes to come. Those who are fully vaccinated, meaning you’ve gotten all your shots and waited two weeks post second shot, will no longer be required to wear a mask anywhere (indoor or outdoor.) The CDC said; “Fully vaccinated people […]

When the pandemic first hit, many were rushing to create an ‘at home office’ to make due for the time being. To compensate for the hardships that had to be made when people were transitioning to remote work because of the pandemic, Rep. Joe Morelle, D-Rochester, introduced a bill that would help families get back […]

Disney, in Orlando Flordia, recently made a big annoucnement in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting May 8th cast members will no longer have to undergo temperature checks, and starting May 16th guests will no longer have to partake in temperature checks. Disney states: “Since reopening, we have considered guidance from public health authorities, […]

Monroe County announced Thursday they have seen success in the pop-up vaccine sites. Currently, Monroe County is outpacing the states vaccine average with more than 51% of residents having recieved at least one dose. 13 Wham reports: “A number of new COVID-19 pop-up vaccination clinics are scheduled in the weeks ahead in Monroe County. This […]

The town of Greece just recently announced that the Memorial Day Parade will be canceled. The cancellation was made due to COVID concerns. The town stated: “Health and safety is our priority. Our participants, our veterans, many of whom are in their senior years, are health and safety conscious of all who participate and we […]

It seems as though there is a new announcement about the COVID-19 virus every day. Over the last week or so, the CDC announced that those who are fully vaccinated no longer have to wear their masks outside. However, despite this new announcement, many who are fully vaccinated, such as President Biden, are still wearing […]

India is currently facing an out-of-control coronavirus wave. Thousands of people are dying, some in the streets, every single day. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is hesitant to put his economy through another round of turmoil. Regardless of the Prime Minister’s hesitancy, India’s economy may crash anyways. India is the second-largest global exporter of leather and […]

The pandemic has caused an economic impact that has affected many. Since financial troubles became a priority for many, NY lawmakers voted last year on a law that prohibits a landlord to kick out their tenant due to financial issues. This law is in effect until May 1st, 2021. Now that we are reaching that […]