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COVID-19: McDonald's To Close Indoor Seating Areas In Some Parts Of US COVID-19: McDonald's To Close Indoor Seating Areas In Some Parts Of US
Covid-19: McDonald's To Close Indoor Seating Areas In Some Parts Of US McDonald's is preparing to close its indoor seating areas as cases of the delta variant increase across the United States, according to a new report. The fast-food chain had previously announced plans to reopen indoor dining in all of its franchises by Labor Day as long as there wasn't a resurgence of COVID-19, after closing it down in 2020, according to a report from Reuters. The company has now told its locations to close indoor seating areas in places where the virus is spreading quickly.  Reuters reported that McDonald's recommended that restaurants close indoor seating in places …

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by Nicole Valinote
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COVID-19: NYC Will Become First US City To Require Proof Of Vaccination For Indoor Dining, Gyms COVID-19: NYC Will Become First US City To Require Proof Of Vaccination For Indoor Dining, Gyms
Covid-19: NYC Will Become First US City To Require Proof Of Vaccination For Indoor Dining, Gyms New York City is set to become the first city in the United States where proof of vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for indoor dining at restaurants and for entry at gyms. Enforcement of the new program will begin on Monday, Sept. 13. The rule also applies to indoor entertainment and performances. Mayor Bill de Blasio said he knows some will not agree with the measure, but he said will be lifesaving, as it will guarantee a higher level of vaccination.  Customers will be required to use the Excelsior app, the city's digital app or show a paper card to enter indoor venues.&n…

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by Nicole Valinote
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COVID-19: Here's When 100-Percent Capacity Dining Starts In Connecticut COVID-19: Here's When 100-Percent Capacity Dining Starts In Connecticut
Covid-19: Here's When 100-Percent Capacity Dining Starts In Connecticut Connecticut restaurants are gearing up for a potential rush as the state plans to roll back another COVID-19 restriction and allow full dining rooms. On Friday, March 19, restaurants in Connecticut have been given the green light to expand back to 100 percent capacity, though certain virus-related restrictions will remain in place. Nearly a year after indoor dining was shuttered due to the pandemic, the capacity restrictions will be released, though parties will be limited to eight patrons, who will be socially distanced from other tables. Restaurants must close by 11 p.m., and facial cove…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
COVID-19: New Study Demonstrates Danger Of Indoor Dining Amid Pandemic COVID-19: New Study Demonstrates Danger Of Indoor Dining Amid Pandemic
Covid-19: New Study Demonstrates Danger Of Indoor Dining Amid Pandemic Indoor dining could be the fastest-growing source of COVID-19 spread, according to a new study. Researchers published a study in the Korean Academy of Medical Sciences that was investigating a case in South Korea when a student became infected with the virus in minutes from a person approximately 20 feet away while dining indoors. The discovery came after contact tracers were initially unable to figure out how the student contracted COVID-19 before tracking it back to her brief stop at a local restaurant. According to the study, the student hadn’t traveled outside his region before spreadi…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Lamont Says No Plans To Restrict CT Indoor Dining As NYC Ban Set To Take Effect COVID-19: Lamont Says No Plans To Restrict CT Indoor Dining As NYC Ban Set To Take Effect
Covid-19: Lamont Says No Plans To Restrict CT Indoor Dining As NYC Ban Set To Take Effect Restaurants in New York City will be forced to close for indoor dining due to rising COVID-19 rates, but eateries will remain open with strict restrictions in Connecticut, Gov. Ned Lamont announced. On Friday, Dec. 11, New York Gov Andrew Cuomo announced that indoor dining will be forbidden in the city effective Monday, Dec. 14 due to its density and a rise in hospitalizations and COVID-19 transmission rates. Closures for indoor dining in other parts of New York State may be announced on Monday, Cuomo said. Related story - COVID-19: Indoor Dining To Close In NYC, Possibly Other Areas; New…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: These New Restrictions Now In Effect In Connecticut COVID-19: These New Restrictions Now In Effect In Connecticut
Covid-19: These New Restrictions Now In Effect In Connecticut With COVID-19 rapidly spreading statewide during the “second wave” of the virus, Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont is putting certain restrictions back in place. Lamont announced that the state would be reducing the max occupancy at gyms and fitness centers, with both employees and gym-goers being required to wear a facial cover during workouts. Previously, those working out at gyms were permitted to lower their masks provided they were at least 12 feet away from others in the facility. The new mandate also applies to fitness centers, classes, yoga, and martial arts sessions. Dance studios mus…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Here's What Will Happen To Outdoor Dining As Cold Weather Arrives COVID-19: Here's What Will Happen To Outdoor Dining As Cold Weather Arrives
Covid-19: Here's What Will Happen To Outdoor Dining As Cold Weather Arrives Restaurants already struggling to stay afloat due to the COVID-19 outbreak have a new challenge rapidly approaching as the weather begins shifting, limiting outdoor dining options. The pandemic forced extreme restrictions on restaurants and bars for the past six months, with many scrambling to arrange temporary, and now possibly permanent outdoor dining options, while even more were forced to shut down for good due to a lack of business. Since mid-March, occupancy at restaurants has been restricted, face coverings must be worn by patrons and staff, social distancing must be practiced at all…

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by Zak Failla
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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
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COVID-19: CT Restaurants Demand Indoor Dining Within Days COVID-19: CT Restaurants Demand Indoor Dining Within Days
Covid-19: CT Restaurants Demand Indoor Dining Within Days Click here for an updated story - COVID-19: CT Phase 2 Start Date Moved Up, With Indoor Dining, Movie Theaters, Gyms Reopening More than 500 restauranteurs in Connecticut are pushing for Gov. Ned Lamont to ease up restrictions on restaurants to allow indoor dining amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. At least 550 restaurants signed off on a letter to the governor urging him to permit indoor dining as soon as Wednesday, June 10. The date would mark three weeks after outdoor dining began and nearly 90 days since restaurants were forced to shut down due to the virus. The l…

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by Zak Failla