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COVID-19: CT's Now Fully Back In Business With Restrictions Lifted; Here's What It Means COVID-19: CT's Now Fully Back In Business With Restrictions Lifted; Here's What It Means
Covid-19: CT's Now Fully Back In Business With Restrictions Lifted; Here's What It Means The “new normal” is now back to “normal” in Connecticut as the state recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. All business restrictions put in place to curtail the spread of COVID-19 in Connecticut during the pandemic were lifted as of Wednesday, May 19, including social distance requirements, and curfews for businesses. Additionally, all limits on gathering sizes have been lifted and movie theater capacity is back to 100 percent. Beginning on May 19, there will also be no occupancy limits on gyms, barbershops, museums, amusement parks, and several other previously restricted businesses…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: CT Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions COVID-19: CT Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions
Covid-19: CT Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions Most COVID-19 capacity restrictions are set to be lifted in Connecticut as part of a regionally-minded approach that is being taken by top lawmakers in the tri-state area. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced early on Monday, May 3 that he had been working with Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont and New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on a plan that will see pandemic-related capacity restrictions largely lifted in all three states as of Wednesday, May 19. Beginning that day, restrictions will be lifted for: Restaurants; Museums; Theaters; Broadway; Retail; Shops; Gyms and fitness centers; Amusement an…

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by Zak Failla
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Coming To Hartford: Sports Bar, Cafe, Luxe Toilets Among New Businesses Coming To Hartford: Sports Bar, Cafe, Luxe Toilets Among New Businesses
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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by Kristin Palpini
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COVID-19: New York City Cleared To Start Phase 2 Of Reopening COVID-19: New York City Cleared To Start Phase 2 Of Reopening
Covid-19: New York City Cleared To Start Phase 2 Of Reopening New York City has been cleared to start Phase 2 of the state's four-phase process of reopening its economy. Phase 2 includes office-based jobs, real estate, barbershops, salons, outdoor dining, and expanded retail services. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Friday, June 19 that New York City had been given clearance by global public health experts to enter Phase Two on Monday, June 21. Office-based jobs include: Professional services; Administrative support; Information technology. Retail: In-store shopping; Rental, repair, and cleaning; Limited service barbershop and hair salons; O…

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by Joe Lombardi
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COVID-19: Here Are Guidelines For CT Barbershops, Hair Salons Now Back In Business COVID-19: Here Are Guidelines For CT Barbershops, Hair Salons Now Back In Business
Covid-19: Here Are Guidelines For CT Barbershops, Hair Salons Now Back In Business Hair salons and barbershops in Connecticut are back in business as the state recovers from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont had delayed the openings of salons and barbershops after hearing feedback from owners and employees hesitant to go back to work during the outbreak. Earlier story - COVID-19: Reopening Of Hair Salons, Barbershops Now Will Be Delayed In Connecticut As of Monday, June 1, those businesses were permitted to reopen, albeit with many restrictions to help prevent a second wave of COVID-19. Under the state requirements, barbershops and h…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: CT Hairstylists Voice Concerns Over Reopening COVID-19: CT Hairstylists Voice Concerns Over Reopening
Covid-19: CT Hairstylists Voice Concerns Over Reopening Some hairstylists in Connecticut are expressing concerns about reopening this week amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Phase one of Connecticut’s reopening begins on Wednesday, May 20, with salons and barbershops among the businesses permitted to begin going back into business. However, not all employees agree with the decision. In a statement, members of the Connecticut Beauty Association (CBA), which has more than 3,600 members, expressed their concern for their members’ safety. “Although some salon owners are, like myself, not putting pressure on their employees to return to…

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by Zak Failla
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* Trending * COVID-19: Here's What Will Open In Connecticut On May 20 * Trending * COVID-19: Here's What Will Open In Connecticut On May 20
* 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…

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COVID-19: Will NYers Cross Over Into CT For Outdoor Dining, Hair Care Or To Visit Mall May 20? COVID-19: Will NYers Cross Over Into CT For Outdoor Dining, Hair Care Or To Visit Mall May 20?
Covid-19: Will NYers Cross Over Into CT For Outdoor Dining, Hair Care Or To Visit Mall May 20? Restaurants and most other non-essential downstate New York businesses are unlikely to reopen before mid-June. But Connecticut is on target to start  Phase 1 of its reopening plan on Wednesday, May 20. The sectors of business scheduled to reopen on that date are restaurants (outdoor dining only), museums, hair salons/barbershops, retail (including malls) and offices. Nail salons are not included among businesses reopening May 20. Meanwhile, beaches in New Jersey are on target to reopen by Memorial Day Weekend. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo was asked at his daily news briefing on Sa…

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by Joe Lombardi
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COVID-19: Detailed Rules Now Released For CT Businesses Due To Reopen May 20 COVID-19: Detailed Rules Now Released For CT Businesses Due To Reopen May 20
Covid-19: Detailed Rules Now Released For CT Businesses Due To Reopen May 20 The State of Connecticut has just released rules for businesses under Phase 1 of the state's novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic reopening plans. The sectors of business due to reopen on Wednesday, May 20 are restaurants (outdoor dining only), museums, hair salons/barbershops, retail (including malls) and offices. Nail salons are not included among businesses scheduled for reopening May 20. In addition to the business guidelines, social gatherings will still be limited to five people or less and those over age 65 or with high-risk factors are encouraged to stay home. You can view the do…

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by Joe Lombardi
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COVID-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors COVID-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors
Covid-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors Click here for an updated story - COVID-19: Detailed Rules Now Released For CT Businesses Due To Reopen May 20 A host of guidelines different types of businesses must follow in order to reopen in Connecticut on Wednesday, May 20 amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic have been unveiled. Gov. Ned Lamont announced the measures that have been put in place at a news conference late Friday afternoon, May 8. Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz and David Lehman, commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, joined Lamont at the news conference.…

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by Joe Lombardi
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COVID-19: Date Set For Some Connecticut Businesses To Reopen COVID-19: Date Set For Some Connecticut Businesses To Reopen
Covid-19: Date Set For Some Connecticut Businesses To Reopen A date has been set for some businesses to reopen in Connecticut amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. A four-stage strategy was introduced by Gov. Ned Lamont late Thursday afternoon, April 30 that will continue as long as COVID infections and hospitalizations continue to decline. (See the first image above.) Related story - COVID-19: Latest Rundown Of Overall, New Cases By County, City, Town Reopenings on Wednesday, May 20 include retail outlets, outdoor areas of restaurants and bars, outdoor museums and zoos and offices. Included are barbershops, hair salons and o…

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by Joe Lombardi