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COVID-19: Uptick In Northeast Cases 'Concerning,' Says Dr. Birx Of Coronavirus Task Force COVID-19: Uptick In Northeast Cases 'Concerning,' Says Dr. Birx Of Coronavirus Task Force
Covid-19: Uptick In Northeast Cases 'Concerning,' Says Dr. Birx Of Coronavirus Task Force One of the leaders of the White House’s Coronavirus Task Force is cautioning that the rise of recent COVID-19 cases in the Northeast is “concerning.” Dr. Deborah Birx said in Boston on Friday, Oct. 9 that she’s seen signs of a “silent spread” of COVID-19 in the Northeast, calling it concerning and commenting that people in the region take precautions to help curtail the spread of the virus. “We do see some of those early signs that we saw across the south after Memorial Day, a sense that there’s early, asymptomatic silent spread occurring in communities,” Brix said. Birx said that the spr…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: CT Days Away From Phase 3 Reopening COVID-19: CT Days Away From Phase 3 Reopening
Covid-19: CT Days Away From Phase 3 Reopening Connecticut is days away from starting the third phase of its COVID-19 reopening plan. The state will enter Phase 3 of reopening the economy as of Thursday, Oct. 8, which will ease some of the restrictions put on businesses and gatherings due to the outbreak. "This Oct. 8 date is a date we've been working for a while and I like to think that Connecticut we've sort of earned it by working together," Gov. Ned Lamont announced said. "We've earned the right to take a little more risk I've got to admit it when it comes to restaurants and some of these events and some of these gatherings, but I…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Students Who Attended Large Gatherings Banned By Area HS COVID-19: Students Who Attended Large Gatherings Banned By Area HS
Covid-19: Students Who Attended Large Gatherings Banned By Area HS A group of high school students in Northern Westchester who attended large gatherings over the weekend have been banned from school grounds and will have to switch to remote learning for the next two weeks  The Bedford Central School District Board of Education said it was informed by local police authorities and community members that large groups of Fox Lane High School students attended large gatherings this past weekend, without regard for social distancing, masks and "all of the health and safety measures we have all been asked to follow as we continue to combat…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
COVID-19: CT Moving To 'Phase 3' In Reopening Economy; Larger Crowds Allowed COVID-19: CT Moving To 'Phase 3' In Reopening Economy; Larger Crowds Allowed
Covid-19: CT Moving To 'Phase 3' In Reopening Economy; Larger Crowds Allowed Connecticut will soon enter “Phase 3” of the state’s COVID-19 reopening plan. This means bigger crowds at events and restaurants both inside and out. Face masks and social distancing requirements must still be observed.  Gov. Ned Lamont said Thursday, Sept. 24, that the state would go to Phase 3 on Oct. 8. “The changes will increase capacities for certain businesses, including restaurants, personal services, libraries, and performing arts venues,” Lamont said, “while ensuring safety protocols are still in effect.” Specifically, that means that: - Restaurants, personal services, and …

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by Kristin Palpini
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COVID-19: CDC Releases Halloween Guidelines For Trick-Or-Treating COVID-19: CDC Releases Halloween Guidelines For Trick-Or-Treating
Covid-19: CDC Releases Halloween Guidelines For Trick-Or-Treating New guidelines for trick-or-treating on Halloween have been released by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC). The guidance was published on the CDC website Monday night, Sept. 21. "Many traditional Halloween activities can be high-risk for spreading viruses," the CDC said. "There are several safer, alternative ways to participate in Halloween.  "If you may have COVID-19 or you may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, you should not participate in in-person Halloween festivities and should not give out candy to trick-or-treaters." The CDC offered several …

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
COVID-19: Nearly 60 Layoffs Planned For Local Seller Of Music Fest, Sports Tickets COVID-19: Nearly 60 Layoffs Planned For Local Seller Of Music Fest, Sports Tickets
Covid-19: Nearly 60 Layoffs Planned For Local Seller Of Music Fest, Sports Tickets A local online retailer of music festivals, sports games, and theater has plans to layoff nearly 60 employees due to the ongoing economic damage wrought by COVID-19. On Thursday, Sept. 10, Director of Human Resources for TicketNetwork.com David Brogan, officially told the Connecticut Department of Labor that Ticket Network is planning to reduce its staff by about 60 employees between now and December. TicketNetwork sells admission to large entertainment, concert, sporting, and other such events. Due to COVID-19 restrictions on how many people can gather together, many venues have canceled …

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by Kristin Palpini
Lifestyle
COVID-19: With Virus Still Around, Getting Flu Shot Now More Important Than Ever, Experts Say COVID-19: With Virus Still Around, Getting Flu Shot Now More Important Than Ever, Experts Say
Covid-19: With Virus Still Around, Getting Flu Shot Now More Important Than Ever, Experts Say The flu vaccine will not interfere with the body's ability to fight off COVID-19 -- in fact, according to the CDC, it is more important now than ever before to get vaccinated.  Less than 50 percent of adults got a flu vaccine in the 2017-2018 flu season, according to the CDC; an even smaller percentage of adult minorities were vaccinated that year, according to the agency.  Although social distancing is still encouraged in light of the pandemic, officials recommend making an exception to get vaccinated.  "Since hospitals and doctors' offices are going to be very busy ca…

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by Christina Coulter
Politics
COVID-19: Now's Not Time To Reopen Bars, Expand Indoor Restaurant Capacity, Lamont Says COVID-19: Now's Not Time To Reopen Bars, Expand Indoor Restaurant Capacity, Lamont Says
Covid-19: Now's Not Time To Reopen Bars, Expand Indoor Restaurant Capacity, Lamont Says Though Connecticut’s daily COVID-19 infection rate remains among the lowest in the nation, Gov. Ned Lamont is taking things slowly and will not be reopening bars or expanding restaurant capacity. With the country bracing for an uncertain future regarding the virus and a potential second wave of cases, Lamont said this week that now is not the time to stop being cautious in the fight against COVID-19. Lamont said that he has consulted with leaders in other states that have reopened too quickly and saw a spike in COVID-19 cases, something he wants Connecticut to avoid. 
“They said, ‘We had r…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Over 20 Students Suspended For Violating Safety Guidelines At NYU COVID-19: Over 20 Students Suspended For Violating Safety Guidelines At NYU
Covid-19: Over 20 Students Suspended For Violating Safety Guidelines At NYU More than  20 students have been suspended by New York University for failing to comply with COVID-19 safety guidelines. The suspensions come just days after both in-person and remote classes began on Wednesday, Sept. 2. The university did not give details on the students' suspensions, which were announced in a Twitter post. "More than 20 NYU students have been suspended so far," the post read. "Please don't be the next. Avoid parties and bars. Wear a mask. Keep your distance." The university has launched an email address for members of the NYU community to report "If you see someone…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
COVID-19: Alert Issued For Increase In Cases In Stamford COVID-19: Alert Issued For Increase In Cases In Stamford
Covid-19: Alert Issued For Increase In Cases In Stamford Officials in Stamford are alerting residents about a potential spike in COVID-19 cases. The City of Stamford’s Department of Health said it was notified that a COVID-19 early warning wastewater system detected a potential increase in cases of COVID-19 in Stamford. The detection system is operated through a collaborative effort between Yale University and the State Department of Public Health, “COVID-19 is still a public health emergency," Stamford Mayor David Martin said. "It is everyone’s responsibility to protect themselves and reduce the spread of COVID-19. It’s time for residents …

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
COVID-19: Here's Percentage Of CT Residents Who Think Employers Should Be Liable For Lawsuits COVID-19: Here's Percentage Of CT Residents Who Think Employers Should Be Liable For Lawsuits
Covid-19: Here's Percentage Of CT Residents Who Think Employers Should Be Liable For Lawsuits More than half of Connecticut residents feel that employers should be liable to pay compensation to employees that contract COVID-19 on the job. The study was conducted by Jacoby & Meyers personal injury attorneys, and consists of responses from 5,650 employees across the country in August. The only state with less regard for legal protections for businesses in relation to employees' COVID-19 contraction was West Virginia, with 74 percent of respondents advocating for compensation for employees that contracted the illness at work.  Following closely behind Connecticut were Ke…

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by Christina Coulter
Schools
COVID-19: Photo Of HS Students At Large Gathering In Fairfield County Sparks Concerns COVID-19: Photo Of HS Students At Large Gathering In Fairfield County Sparks Concerns
Covid-19: Photo Of HS Students At Large Gathering In Fairfield County Sparks Concerns Some in Fairfield County are concerned after photos of dozens of teenage high school students failing to socially distance during the COVID-19 pandemic circulated online. The photo of students reportedly gathering for a scavenger hunt - an unofficial annual tradition for seniors - was first posted on Facebook, then went viral online, sparking concerns as schools are nearing their reopening dates. Following a Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 25, the district announced that it has canceled the two half days that were scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 26, and Friday, Aug. 28 that had be…

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by Zak Failla