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COVID-19: Connecticut Eases Restrictions On Some Restaurants, Businesses COVID-19: Connecticut Eases Restrictions On Some Restaurants, Businesses
Covid-19: Connecticut Eases Restrictions On Some Restaurants, Businesses Connecticut can see the light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel as the state prepares to further open up the economy as more vaccines are administered. During a COVID-19 briefing on Monday, April 19, Gov. Ned Lamont listed a host of COVID-19 restrictions that are being lifted statewide, specifically for restaurants. As of Saturday, May 1, the curfew for businesses will be pushed back to 12 a.m., and all outdoor restrictions will be lifted. At restaurants, alcohol without food will be permitted, and the size of parties' dining will no longer be limited. Beginning on Wednesday, May 19, all r…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: 'The Farm', A Popular Music Venue, Gets Shut-Down Order COVID-19: 'The Farm', A Popular Music Venue, Gets Shut-Down Order
Covid-19: 'The Farm', A Popular Music Venue, Gets Shut-Down Order A homeowner who has held “live concerts” at his home has been issued a cease and desist order from the city. James Welch, the owner of “The Farm” on Moody Road in Enfield, is adamant that he is not holding concerts. Instead, The Farm has had some backyard cookouts, where there was music and social distancing was enforced, he said. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, large gatherings of 100 or more people are not permitted. The measure is expected to help stop the virus’ spread. The Farm has had five live music events since June, according to Patch. Enfield officials say the events appear to be p…

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by Kristin Palpini
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COVID-19: Here's What To Know As CT Starts Phase 2 Of Reopening COVID-19: Here's What To Know As CT Starts Phase 2 Of Reopening
Covid-19: Here's What To Know As CT Starts Phase 2 Of Reopening Upwards of 95 percent of Connecticut’s economy is now open for business as the state recovers from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Connecticut enters Phase 2 of its economic reopening on Wednesday, June 17. Now, the majority of businesses statewide will be permitted to open up shop, though there will be strict restrictions put in place. Rules include specific information about physical distancing, facility capacity, sanitizing and disinfecting standards, personal protective equipment for employees, staggered scheduling, new training on safety, and face coverings must be worn by …

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Number Of CT Hospitalizations For Virus Falls Below 250 COVID-19: Number Of CT Hospitalizations For Virus Falls Below 250
Covid-19: Number Of CT Hospitalizations For Virus Falls Below 250 The number of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) hospitalizations in Connecticut is at the lowest it’s been since March. As of Friday, June 12, there were 244 people hospitalized with COVID-19, down 23 from the day before. Since the outbreak began in March, there have been a total of 44,689 (up 228 overnight) confirmed COVID-19 cases, resulting in 4,159 (13 new) deaths. Of the confirmed COVID-19 cases, 15,561 were in Fairfield County, with 1,374 in Litchfield County.  Connecticut is on track to enter Phase 2 of its economy as of Wednesday, June 17, at which point approximately 95 percent …

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by Zak Failla