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Here's How Hochul Stands Against Primary Field, Brand-New Poll Reveals Here's How Hochul Stands Against Primary Field, Brand-New Poll Reveals
Here's How Hochul Stands Against Primary Field, Brand-New Poll Reveals With the Democratic primary rapidly approaching, incumbent New York Gov. Kathy Hochul continues to be the runaway favorite, according to a newly released poll. Five months out of the primary, Hochul has taken a commanding lead of more than 30 points over her closest Democratic candidates in a field that has seen some high-profile names drop out in recent weeks. Earlier story - Letitia James Drops Out Of Governor's Race, Will Seek Reelection As NY AG According to a brand new Siena College poll, Hochul is enjoying the support of 46 percent of Democrats, compared to just 12 percent for former…

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by Zak Failla
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New Primary Poll Shows Hochul With Strong Support As De Blasio Announces Decision On Run New Primary Poll Shows Hochul With Strong Support As De Blasio Announces Decision On Run
New Primary Poll Shows Hochul With Strong Support As De Blasio Announces Decision On Run With former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announcing his decision on a possible gubernatorial challenge, incumbent Kathy Hochul has taken an overwhelming lead over her potential challengers, according to a newly released poll. Siena College released the latest results of its poll on Tuesday, Jan. 18, which found that she is the clear favorite among New York Democrats, with the support of 46 percent of those polled, leading any potential primary opponents by more than 30 points. The second-highest ranked Democrat, de Blasio, who had 12 percent support of those who were polled, announced…

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by Zak Failla
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Brand-New Poll Reveals How Hochul Does Against Democratic Challengers Brand-New Poll Reveals How Hochul Does Against Democratic Challengers
Brand-New Poll Reveals How Hochul Does Against Democratic Challengers Incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul has an early lead over the competition in what is expected to be a crowded field in the 2022 Democratic primary race for New York governor, according to a newly released Siena College poll. Democrats continue to favor Hochul, according to the poll released on Tuesday, Dec. 7, with 36 percent supporting her run, compared to 18 percent for New York Attorney General Letitia James, who is her nearest competition. According to the poll, these are who Democrats favor: Hochul: 36 percent; James: 18 percent; New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams: 10 percent; …

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by Zak Failla
News
COVID-19: NYC Announces First In Nation Vaccine Mandate For All Private-Sector Workers COVID-19: NYC Announces First In Nation Vaccine Mandate For All Private-Sector Workers
Covid-19: NYC Announces First In Nation Vaccine Mandate For All Private-Sector Workers With concerns of a rise in COVID-19 cases linked to the new Omicron variant, a new vaccine mandate for all private-sector workers in New York City will be launched. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the measure on Monday morning, Dec. 6. "We've got Omicron as a new factor, we've got colder weather which is really going to create additional challenges with the Delta variant, we have holiday gatherings, so we in New York City have decided to use a preemptive strike," de Blasio said on MSNBC. "We are doing something bold to stop the further growth of COVID and the dangers it's …

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by Joe Lombardi
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NY Congressman Tom Suozzi Says He's Running For Governor NY Congressman Tom Suozzi Says He's Running For Governor
NY Congressman Tom Suozzi Says He's Running For Governor An already crowded lineup of gubernatorial hopefuls in New York got a little more full as a popular Long Island lawmaker threw his hat in the ring and announced his intention to make another run at the governor's seat. US Rep. Tom Suozzi, whose 3rd District includes parts of Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens counties, announced on Monday, Nov. 29 that he will be challenging incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul, who took over following the resignation of Andrew Cuomo. “I am running for governor of New York as a common-sense Democrat who gets things done,” Suozzi said. “I have the track record, common-sens…

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by Zak Failla
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'I'm Running For Governor': NY AG Letitia James Makes It Official 'I'm Running For Governor': NY AG Letitia James Makes It Official
'I'm Running For Governor': NY AG Letitia James Makes It Official To the surprise of few, New York Attorney General Letitia James made it official and announced she is running for governor in 2022. James - whose report into sexual harassment claims against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo led to his downfall and resignation - announced her candidacy on social media on Friday afternoon, Oct. 29. “I’m running for Governor of New York because I have the experience, vision, and courage to take on the powerful on behalf of New York,” she posted alongside a campaign video. “Let’s do this together.” New York Attorney Letitia James announced her gubernatorial run o…

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by Zak Failla
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NY AG Letitia James To Run For Governor, New Reports Say NY AG Letitia James To Run For Governor, New Reports Say
NY AG Letitia James To Run For Governor, New Reports Say New York Attorney General Letitia James - whose office’s investigation into sexual harassment claims led to the ousting of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo - is expected to announce a gubernatorial run, possibly as soon as this week. “Attorney General Letitia James has made a decision regarding the governor’s race," a spokesperson for the AG said in a statement. "She will be announcing it in the coming days.” James would challenge incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul - who previously announced her intention to run in 2022 - Cuomo’s replacement, in the 2022 Democratic primary. According to reports, James’ t…

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by Zak Failla
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New Poll Shows How Hochul Fares Against Potential Primary Opponents New Poll Shows How Hochul Fares Against Potential Primary Opponents
New Poll Shows How Hochul Fares Against Potential Primary Opponents New York Gov. Kathy Hochul holds an early advantage over potential Democratic primary challengers, according to a newly released Siena College poll. In a preview of the June primary, the incumbent governor leads her closest potential opponents by between 14 and 19 points in multiple scenarios, pollsters found after questioning New York State voters. In the first five-way scenario, Hochul took an early advantage over the man she replaced, Gov. Andrew Cuomo with 31 percent of the vote versus 17 percent. Other candidates include Attorney General Letitia James at 14 percent, New York City Publ…

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by Zak Failla
Events
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year The Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade is returning to the streets of New York City for its 95th celebration after being curtailed last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Macy's made the announcement on Wednesday, Sept. 8, saying the parade will be delight crowds once again on Thursday, Nov. 25 beginning at 9 a.m. This year's parade will feature the signature mix of giant character helium balloons, fantastic floats, marching bands, performance groups, celebrities, clowns, and the one-and-only Santa Claus, Macy's said. “We are thrilled to welcome back in its full form the Macy’s Thanksgiving D…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Speculation On Possible 2022 NY Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Includes Familiar Face Speculation On Possible 2022 NY Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Includes Familiar Face
Speculation On Possible 2022 NY Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Includes Familiar Face With Andrew Cuomo out and New York Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul stepping in the governor’s shoes, some are speculating about who could potentially run in what could be a stacked 2022 gubernatorial election. Cuomo resigned on Tuesday, Aug. 10, with Hochul, a Buffalo native, set to take over. In recent weeks, with the walls closing in on Cuomo as he navigating through the sexual harassment scandal, speculation has been circling his administration regarding who could challenge for his seat in 2022. Among those who could consider a run is a familiar face: former Secretary of State and US Senator from…

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by Zak Failla
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'Cuomo's Got Real Problems,' Says Trump At Fundraiser In Westchester 'Cuomo's Got Real Problems,' Says Trump At Fundraiser In Westchester
'Cuomo's Got Real Problems,' Says Trump At Fundraiser In Westchester Guess who’s back. Former President Donald Trump was at his namesake golf club in Northern Westchester this week, where he took the opportunity to take pop shots at embattled New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who is under fire himself for allegedly sexually harassing 11 women. Cuomo, facing an impending impeachment inquiry from the State Assembly Judiciary Committee, has been under the microscope following the release of the findings of independent investigators’ probe into allegations made against the longtime governor. “Cuomo’s got real problems,” the former president reportedly said at the R…

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by Zak Failla
News
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
News
COVID-19: Biden Wants States To Offer $100 Incentives To Get Vaccinated, Report Says COVID-19: Biden Wants States To Offer $100 Incentives To Get Vaccinated, Report Says
Covid-19: Biden Wants States To Offer $100 Incentives To Get Vaccinated, Report Says President Joe Biden is calling on state and local governments to offer $100 payments to residents as an incentive to get vaccinated against COVID-19.  The Hill reported that the Treasury Department made the announcement on Thursday, July 29, as the Biden administration pushes for more Americans to get vaccinated. The news outlet said the payments would be offered to those who have been vaccinated recently. The states and local governments would use funds from the American Rescue Plan for the program. New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio announced on Wednesday that residents who receive …

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by Nicole Valinote
Lifestyle
Mega, Post-COVID Concert Planned For NYC's Central Park, Bruce Springsteen To Reopen Broadway Mega, Post-COVID Concert Planned For NYC's Central Park, Bruce Springsteen To Reopen Broadway
Mega, Post-covid Concert Planned For NYC's Central Park, Bruce Springsteen To Reopen Broadway New York is back in an “Empire State of Mind” as it plans for a massive summer concert produced by Clive Davis in Central Park featuring music superstars to celebrate the country’s recovery from the COVID pandemic. Mayor Bill de Blasio reportedly enlisted the 89-year-old producer for a mega-show that is tentatively set for Saturday, Aug. 21 that will celebrate the city’s reopening following more than a year of lockdowns and shutdowns due to the virus. The names of the performers have not yet been released, but speculation has centered on some of the biggest names in the industry, including …

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by Zak Failla
Politics
COVID-19: Here's When New York City Will Reopen '100 Percent,' Mayor Says COVID-19: Here's When New York City Will Reopen '100 Percent,' Mayor Says
Covid-19: Here's When New York City Will Reopen '100 Percent,' Mayor Says New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has big summer plans for the Big Apple. In a sweeping statement, de Blasio declared that New York City will be ready for reopening as of Thursday, July 1, marking the first time it was open for business since the shutdown began in March last year as COVID-19 rapidly spread through the region. At the height of the pandemic last year, where New York City was at the epicenter of the initial outbreak, an average of more than 800 virus-related deaths were reported, though that number has dropped to approximately 40 a year later as the number of vaccines adminis…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Aide Hid Nursing Home Death Toll As Cuomo Sought $4M Book Deal, New Report Says COVID-19: Aide Hid Nursing Home Death Toll As Cuomo Sought $4M Book Deal, New Report Says
Covid-19: Aide Hid Nursing Home Death Toll As Cuomo Sought $4M Book Deal, New Report Says While his administration was working to cover up the number of COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo was working toward a multi-million dollar book deal touting his success during the pandemic, according to a new report. The New York Times reported that Cuomo's work on his book last summer, which relied on assistance from his aides and staffers, overlapped the efforts by his administration to undercount virus-related deaths in New York nursing homes in a health department report. While his aides were working on covering up nursing home deaths over the summer, Cu…

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by Zak Failla
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Amid Growing Calls For Cuomo's Ouster, Democratic County Exec Mulls Run For Governor Amid Growing Calls For Cuomo's Ouster, Democratic County Exec Mulls Run For Governor
Amid Growing Calls For Cuomo's Ouster, Democratic County Exec Mulls Run For Governor A Democratic county executive in New York is reportedly mulling a run for governor amid the scandals surrounding current Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone is taking steps toward a possible gubernatorial run, according to a New York Daily News report. According to the report, Bellone has been speaking with big-time donors and some national consultations in New York about a potential run for Cuomo's seat in Albany. “Steve is seriously considering jumping in to make his run for governor,” the report states, adding that the idea of Bellone making a run has “always been …

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by Zak Failla
Politics
First Cuomo Accuser Details New Allegations Of Harassment, Retaliation First Cuomo Accuser Details New Allegations Of Harassment, Retaliation
First Cuomo Accuser Details New Allegations Of Harassment, Retaliation Lindsey Boylan, the first woman to come forward with sexual harassment allegations against New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, has provided new details of her treatment in her first in-depth interview since making the claim. Boylan, a former Cuomo aide, first made her claims in December, calling it “the most toxic team environment” and saying that she has held many jobs in her life, and “waitressing at Friendly’s as a teenager was an infinitely more respectful environment.” Following Boylan, six other women have come forward with various claims against Cuomo, including inappropriate touching and ra…

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by Zak Failla
News
COVID-19: Day 366 - First NY Case Exactly One Year Ago; Here's How Many There Have Been Since COVID-19: Day 366 - First NY Case Exactly One Year Ago; Here's How Many There Have Been Since
Covid-19: Day 366 - First NY Case Exactly One Year Ago; Here's How Many There Have Been Since New York has hit a dubious anniversary as it has now been a full year since the first COVID-19 case was confirmed in the state. Original story - Woman In Late 30s Confirmed As First Positive Case Of Coronavirus In New York The first COVID-19 case was reported on Sunday, March 1, 2020, in a woman in her late 30s, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced at the outset of the pandemic. The woman had recently returned from a trip to Iran, as noted in this Daily Voice report published on March 1, 2020. At that point, in the coming days, only approximately a dozen cases were confirmed in New Yorkers, and les…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Discovery Of New Variant In New York City Sparks Concern COVID-19: Discovery Of New Variant In New York City Sparks Concern
Covid-19: Discovery Of New Variant In New York City Sparks Concern A new COVID-19 variant discovered in New York City that may reduce the effectiveness of vaccines has some concerned there could be a new surge in cases. Researchers announced this week that a new variant has been discovered in New York City and elsewhere in the Northeast that has mutated and may be more resistant to vaccines. According to researchers, the variant, dubbed B.1.526, has appeared in diverse neighborhoods in New York City and “is scattered in the Northeast.” The new variant is reportedly similar to the strain first seen in South Africa, which appears to evade some of the body…

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by Zak Failla
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Watch: Fictional Britney Spears Seeks Apology From Cuomo For Nursing Home Scandal In SNL Skit Watch: Fictional Britney Spears Seeks Apology From Cuomo For Nursing Home Scandal In SNL Skit
Watch: Fictional Britney Spears Seeks Apology From Cuomo For Nursing Home Scandal In SNL Skit New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo won’t be appearing on his brother’s CNN news show, but he still found himself featured in primetime over the weekend. Earlier story - COVID-19: Here's Why You Won't See Any New Episodes Of Cuomo Brothers' Show On CNN Cuomo was the target of a “Saturday Night Live” skit this weekend, played by Pete Davidson, which targeted the New York governor and much-maligned Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, played by Aidy Bryant. In the skit, Davidson’s Cuomo touts that “dining is back in New York” while attempting to evade questions about COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes, rehashing the g…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Nursing Home Scandal Fallout Increases As More Dems Turn On Cuomo, Feds Launch Probe COVID-19: Nursing Home Scandal Fallout Increases As More Dems Turn On Cuomo, Feds Launch Probe
Covid-19: Nursing Home Scandal Fallout Increases As More Dems Turn On Cuomo, Feds Launch Probe The heat is on New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo as he attempts to counter the fallout from both sides of the aisle over his handling of COVID-19 cases in the state’s nursing homes. Some state Democrats have joined in the cacophony of Republican voices expressing outrage over Cuomo’s administration underreporting and subsequent coverup of COVID-19-related nursing home deaths in New York. The federal government is now planning to launch a probe into the scandal that has turned Cuomo from an Emmy award-winning national figure touted for his daily COVID-19 briefings complete with power-point slides …

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
NBC New York Reporter Katherine Creag Dies Suddenly At 47 NBC New York Reporter Katherine Creag Dies Suddenly At 47
NBC New York Reporter Katherine Creag Dies Suddenly At 47 A popular NBC New York reporter has died at age 47, the station announced. Katherine Creag, who was working as recently as Wednesday, Feb. 10, died unexpectedly later that night from unknown causes. 

“For 10 years Kat was one of our cornerstones, always willing to help in any situation, whether it was a colleague in need of a shift that needed to be covered,” WNBC’s Vice President of news, Amy Morris, said in an email to the staff this week. “She was thoughtful, funny, and relentless. And even on the toughest days, she was a bright light, quick with a kind word and a smile.” Born in the…

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by Zak Failla
Politics
COVID-19: Cuomo's Criticism, Dismissiveness Prompt Exodus In NY Health Department, Report Says COVID-19: Cuomo's Criticism, Dismissiveness Prompt Exodus In NY Health Department, Report Says
Covid-19: Cuomo's Criticism, Dismissiveness Prompt Exodus In NY Health Department, Report Says New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo earned an Emmy for his daily COVID-19 briefings during the height of the pandemic, though the handling of his staff during that time reportedly led to some top aides leaving the administration. In a new New York Times report, it was revealed that Cuomo’s criticism and dismissiveness of some health officials led to nearly a dozen of the governor’s aides to head for greener pastures. The governor's strict approach to the distribution of the vaccine also reportedly played a role in the "bottleneck" the state found itself in during the slow rollout of the vaccination …

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: 'That's Just Arrogance,' Says De Blasio Of Cuomo's Threat For Vaccine Rollout Fines COVID-19: 'That's Just Arrogance,' Says De Blasio Of Cuomo's Threat For Vaccine Rollout Fines
Covid-19: 'That's Just Arrogance,' Says De Blasio Of Cuomo's Threat For Vaccine Rollout Fines Tensions are running high in New York, as Mayor Bill de Blasio rebuffed Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s threat to fine hospitals that fail to administer allocations of COVID-19 vaccines in a timely manner. This week, Cuomo called out some New York hospitals for their slow rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, with some administering less than a third of the doses allocated to them, while less than half of the doses distributed statewide have been utilized. In response, Cuomo implemented a “seven-day use it or lose it” mandate for hospitals while threatening hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of fines for t…

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by Zak Failla
News
COVID-19: Goldman Sachs Eyes Move To Florida In Latest Business Blow To NY Amid Pandemic COVID-19: Goldman Sachs Eyes Move To Florida In Latest Business Blow To NY Amid Pandemic
Covid-19: Goldman Sachs Eyes Move To Florida In Latest Business Blow To NY Amid Pandemic Goldman Sachs may be the latest New Yorker to head for sunnier pastures down in Florida. The financial heavyweight reportedly has plans to set up one of its key divisions in Florida, dealing a financial blow to New York as it continues contending and combating the COVID-19 pandemic. According to reports, executives have been eyeing locations in south Florida to potentially house their asset management division in an effort to cut costs and save money by getting out of the Empire State. It is unclear how much of the business, which generates billions in New York, may move. “With all due r…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Video Shows 7,000-Person Secret, Maskless NYC Wedding In Violation Of State Order COVID-19: Video Shows 7,000-Person Secret, Maskless NYC Wedding In Violation Of State Order
Covid-19: Video Shows 7,000-Person Secret, Maskless NYC Wedding In Violation Of State Order New videos of thousands congregating to celebrate an Orthodox wedding in Brooklyn in violation of the state’s COVID-19 guidance has gone viral. Earlier story - COVID-19: Tip From Hudson Valley Leads To Shutdown Of Planned Wedding With 10,000 Guests Gov. Andrew Cuomo is calling for a probe into a secret wedding that was hosted earlier this month at the Yetev Lev temple in Williamsburg with upwards of 7,000 people in attendance falling to social distance or wear facial coverings. The video that has been circulating among the media can be found here.  "If that happened, it was a bl…

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by Zak Failla
Politics
COVID-19: GOP Minority Whip To Cuomo, 'I’ll Be Having More Than 10 People For Thanksgiving' COVID-19: GOP Minority Whip To Cuomo, 'I’ll Be Having More Than 10 People For Thanksgiving'
Covid-19: GOP Minority Whip To Cuomo, 'I’ll Be Having More Than 10 People For Thanksgiving' A New York Republican councilman is defiantly pushing back against Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s mandate that there should be no gatherings of more than 10 people over the holidays, despite a new spike in COVID-19 cases. Staten Island Republican Councilman Joe Borelli, the city council minority whip, declared that he will not be adhering to Cuomo’s mandates, even promoting inter-state travel against the state’s orders. 

“I’ll be having more than 10 ppl at my house on Thanksgiving,” Borelli tweeted on Wednesday, Nov. 11. “Some family will come from (gasp!) New Jersey. Kids will see their grandparents…

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by Zak Failla
Politics
Cuomo Places Blame For NY Down-Ballot Democratic Losses On De Blasio Cuomo Places Blame For NY Down-Ballot Democratic Losses On De Blasio
Cuomo Places Blame For NY Down-Ballot Democratic Losses On De Blasio The war of words between Democratic rivals Gov. Andrew Cuomo and New York City Gov. Bill de Blasio has escalated following some disappointing results for Democrats in this week’s elections. Cuomo blamed de Blasio for the state’s down-ballot difficulties in New York, arguing that the mayor’s job performance served as ammunition for the other side of the aisle in races on Long Island and upstate New York that went to Republicans. “The Democrats: there’ll be havoc like in New York City,” Cuomo said in an interview on WAMC Radio in Albany. “They ran de Blasio’s picture all over the state. They’…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Some NYC Businesses Board Up Ahead Of Election Day Some NYC Businesses Board Up Ahead Of Election Day
Some NYC Businesses Board Up Ahead Of Election Day Some New York City business owners are preparing for potential unrest due to the 2020 presidential election and are taking steps to ensure their storefronts are safe from potential civil disturbances. With what is expected to be one of the most heated elections in history, some store owners in parts of Manhattan have boarded up windows and doors in case there are any demonstrations in advance of voting on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Related story - Here's Percentage Of Americans Who Say 2020 Election Day Will Be Most Stressful Of Their Lives According to reports, among the businesses to begin boardin…

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by Zak Failla
Politics
COVID-19: Trump Inciting Orthodox Cluster Communities To Protest Against Him, Cuomo Says COVID-19: Trump Inciting Orthodox Cluster Communities To Protest Against Him, Cuomo Says
Covid-19: Trump Inciting Orthodox Cluster Communities To Protest Against Him, Cuomo Says New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s war of words with President Donald Trump came to a head when Cuomo accused Trump of inciting division and violence at protests over COVID-19 restrictions placed on some Orthodox Jewish communities. Last week, Cuomo announced that some clusters in New York City, the Hudson Valley, and on Long Island - largely in Orthodox communities - would be shutting down parts of the economy due to spikes in new COVID-19 cases. Earlier story - COVID-19: Unrest Breaks Out In Parts Of NY Cluster Areas Amid Protests Of Restrictions In response to the new restrictions, some broke…

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by Zak Failla