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2ND Wave: Newark Restaurants, Businesses Face New Restrictions As Covid-19 Spikes
A spike in COVID-19 cases in Newark has sparked stricter measures across the city, Mayor Ras J. Baraka announced.
As of Sunday, Newark had more cases than all other Essex County municipalities combined, Baraka said.
"It's a desperate moment," the mayor said. "While I'm concerned, I'm not afraid. We are spiking and though we're not where we were, we don't want to be where we were."
The new measures will go into effect Tuesday, Oct. 27, with a focus on the Ironbound district, where much of the city's nightlife and dining occurs.
All nonessential businesses must close at 8 p.m., however…
Coming To Hartford: Sports Bar, Cafe, Luxe Toilets Among New Businesses
A health food cafe, sports bar, and two food trucks are among the many new businesses that registered to do business in Hartford in June.
Other new businesses include a toilet manufacturer, two used car dealerships, a funeral home, a transportation service for senior citizens, as well as a few dozen beauty salons, barbershops, and clothing stores.
Connecticut releases new business registrations each month. Here are some of the registrations for Hartford in June, the most recent information available:
RESTAURANTS AND FOOD
Adriatic Restaurant, Full-service restaurants, 575 Franklin Ave.
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Covid-19: These Businesses Will Stay Completely Closed During Phase 2 Of Four-Phase Reopening
Though many businesses are beginning to ramp back up in New York as all regions outside New York City reached Phase 2 of the state’s reopening plan, some will remain closed for at least two more weeks.
During Phase 2, office-based jobs, real estate, barbershops, salons, and expanded retail services are all permitted to reopen under strict restrictions and guidelines mandated by the state.
However, much to the chagrin of some, certain businesses not deemed essential will remain closed through at least the next phase, which is expected to come two weeks after regions entered Phase 2, provided…
Covid-19: Guidelines Issued For Phase 2 Barbershop/Hair Salon Reopenings
“Do it yourself haircuts,” which have become in vogue during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, will soon be a thing of the past as hair salons and barbershops get ready to open back up in New York with certain restrictions in place.
With seven regions in New York entering Phase 2 of their reopening plans, which includes hair salons and barbershops, the state has set forth certain parameters to permit for a safe return to business.
The Capital Region, Central New York, Finger Lakes, Mohawk Valley, North Country, Southern Tier, and Western New York are all in Phase 2. The mid-Hudson …
Murphy Announces Dates For Stage 2 Of New Jersey's Reopening; More On Gyms, Bars To Come
New Jersey is gearing up to enter the second stage of its economic restart and recovery following the COVID-19 lockdown, officials said Monday.
Beginning Monday, June 15, nonessential retail stores and outdoor dining can reopen, Gov. Phil Murphy said. Salons and barbershops will reopen on Monday, June 22. Gyms and health clubs, also included in Stage 2, will be the next to reopen at reduced capacity, with a hard date to come.
Stage 3 includes expanded dining, critical in-office work, limited entertainment, expanded personal care, bars with limited capacity, expanded gyms with rest…
* Trending * Covid-19: Here's What Will Open In Connecticut On May 20
The “new normal” in Connecticut begins next week when the state begins phase 1 of its plan to reopen the economy amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
On Wednesday, May 20, businesses will begin to reopen, highlighted by outdoor restaurants, select recreational hubs, and hair salons, under the guidance of Gov. Ned Lamont, state, and federal health officials.
Earlier story - COVID-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors
Retailers, including big box stores and local small businesses, will once again open their doors. Some malls in Fairfield County…