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COVID-19: Here's How Many Hudson Valley Hospital Workers Have Been Vaccinated, Refused Shot COVID-19: Here's How Many Hudson Valley Hospital Workers Have Been Vaccinated, Refused Shot
Covid-19: Here's How Many Hudson Valley Hospital Workers Have Been Vaccinated, Refused Shot The lowest percentage of hospital employees who have received the COVID-19 vaccine in New York reside in the Hudson Valley. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said that 57.9 percent of hospital workers in the Hudson Valley have received the COVID-19 vaccine, while statewide, a total of 60.8 percent of medical professionals have been vaccinated. The percentage in the Hudson Valley is the lowest in the state, behind New York City (59 percent), Long Island (60 percent), Mohawk Valley (60.1 percent), and Western New York (63 percent).  Cuomo also made note that vaccination performance is uneven b…

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COVID-19: New Warning Issued For Exposure At Three Businesses In Area COVID-19: New Warning Issued For Exposure At Three Businesses In Area
Covid-19: New Warning Issued For Exposure At Three Businesses In Area Health officials have issued a new warning about possible COVID-19 exposure at three businesses in the Hudson Valley. The Putnam County Department of Health issued alerts on Thursday, Nov. 19  for these businesses with dates and times. The Home Depot, at 80 Independent Way in Brewster: Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mahopac Golf & Beach Club, at 601 North Lake Boulevard in Mahopac: Thursday, Nov. 12, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.ShopRite Supermarket, at 184 Route 52, in …

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COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Two Businesses In Area COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Two Businesses In Area
Covid-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Two Businesses In Area Health officials are warning about possible COVID-19 exposure at two businesses in the Hudson Valley. The Putnam County Department of Health issued alerts on Friday, Nov. 13  for these two businesses with dates and times. World Gym, located at 1620 Route 22 in Brewster: Saturday, Nov. 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Harlan Check Cashing & Financial Services, located at 1515 Route 22 in Brewster: Monday, Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, N…

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COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Eatery In Area COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Eatery In Area
Covid-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Eatery In Area Health officials are warning about possible COVID-19 exposure at a popular eatery in the Hudson Valley. The Putnam County Department of Health issued the alert cautioning that if you worked or visited the Red Mills Pub at 575 Route 6N in Mahopac Falls on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., you may have been exposed to COVID. A member of the public who tested positive was at the pub during that time, the department said. Anyone who was at the pub at that time should watch for symptoms of COVID-19 which include: fever, chills, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatig…

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COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Area Supermarket COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Area Supermarket
Covid-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Area Supermarket Health officials have issued a new warning about possible COVID-19 exposure at a supermarket in the Hudson Valley. The Putnam County Department of Health issued the alert on Tuesday, Nov. 10 cautioning that employees and customers who worked or visited ShopRite Supermarket at 184 Route 52 at the Carmel Plaza in Carmel on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. may have been exposed. A person who was in the market during that time has tested positive for COVID-19, according to the department.  The warning is in effect until Saturday, Nov. 21, the department said. "ShopRi…

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COVID-19: Positive Case Leads To Early Dismissal At School In Mahopac, Number Of Cases Hits 11 COVID-19: Positive Case Leads To Early Dismissal At School In Mahopac, Number Of Cases Hits 11
Covid-19: Positive Case Leads To Early Dismissal At School In Mahopac, Number Of Cases Hits 11 Mahopac Schools Superintendent Anthony DiCarlo announced that an individual has tested positive for COVID-19 at the middle school, prompting emergency action after the number of cases in the district since September has reached 11. Students were let out of school early on Thursday, Nov. 5 as a precaution after learning of the positive case. “The Putnam County Department of Health has a contact tracing system in place for Putnam County when there is a confirmed positive case of COVID-19,” DiCarlo wrote in a letter to parents. “They work to identify those who have been in close or proximal c…

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COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Store In Area COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Store In Area
Covid-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Store In Area Health officials are warning about possible COVID-19 exposure at a retail store in the Hudson Valley. The Putnam County Department of Health issued the alert cautioning that employees and customers who worked at or visited Tractor Supply Company, located at 1253 Route 311 in Patterson, from Monday, Nov. 2 through Saturday, Nov. 7, may have been exposed to COVID-19. Related story - COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Hudson Valley Supermarket A person who has tested positive for COVID-19 was at the store during that time frame. Those who were at the store during thos…

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by Joe Lombardi
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COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Area Supermarket COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Area Supermarket
Covid-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Area Supermarket Health officials are warning about possible COVID-19 exposure at a second supermarket in the Hudson Valley. The Putnam County Department of Health issued the alert cautioning that employees and customers who worked or visited ShopRite Supermarket at 184 Route 52 at the Carmel Plaza in Carmel on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. may have been exposed. A member of the public who has tested positive for COVID-19 was at the supermarket at that time, according to the department. AN earlier alert had been issued for exposure at Acme Markets at 1511 Route 22 in Brewster, saying…

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COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Area Supermarket COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Area Supermarket
Covid-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Area Supermarket Health officials are warning about possible COVID-19 exposure at a second supermarket in the Hudson Valley. The Putnam County Department of Health issued the alert cautioning that employees and customers who worked or visited ShopRite Supermarket at 184 Route 52 at the Carmel Plaza in Carmel on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. may have been exposed. A member of the public who has tested positive for COVID-19 was at the supermarket at that time, according to the department. AN earlier alert had been issued for exposure at Acme Markets at 1511 Route 22 in Brewster, saying…

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COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Supermarket In Area COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Supermarket In Area
Covid-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Supermarket In Area Click here for a new, related story: COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Second Supermarket In Hudson Valley Health officials are warning about possible COVID-19 exposure at a supermarket in the Hudson Valley. The Putnam County Department of Health issued the alert cautioning that employees and customers who worked or visited Acme Markets at 1511 Route 22 in Brewster on Tuesday, Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. may have been exposed. A member of the public who has tested positive for COVID was at the supermarket during that time, the department said. Anyone who…

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COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Deli In Area COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Deli In Area
Covid-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Deli In Area Health officials are warning about possible COVID-19 exposure at a deli in the area. The Putnam County Department of Health issued the alert cautioning that employees and customers who worked at or visited American Latino Deli at 851 Route 6 in Brewster from Tuesday, Oct. 6 to Thursday, Oct. 22, you may have been exposed to COVID. Related story - COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Two Hudson Valley Eateries A member of the public who tested positive was at the deli on those days, the health department said. Those who were at the deli during the days should&nbs…

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COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Store In Area COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Store In Area
Covid-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Store In Area Health officials are warning about possible COVID-19 exposure at a store in the area. The Putnam County Department of Health issued the alert cautioning that employees and customers who worked at or visited Patterson Auto Body at 2597 Route 22 in Patterson from Monday, Oct. 12 to Friday, Oct. 23 may have been exposed to COVID-19. Related story - COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Two Hudson Valley Eateries A person who has tested positive for COVID-19 was at Patterson Auto Body on those days, the department said. Those who were at the store during the day…

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COVID-19: Alert Issued For Possible Exposure At Area Restaurant COVID-19: Alert Issued For Possible Exposure At Area Restaurant
Covid-19: Alert Issued For Possible Exposure At Area Restaurant Customers who visited a restaurant in the area may have been exposed to COVID-19. The Putnam County Department of Health announced that a member of the public who has tested COVID-19 positive visited Tom & Jerry’s Bar & Grill in Brewster on Monday, July 6 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. "Please watch for symptoms of COVID-19 which include fever, chills, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea," the department said. "Contact your physician w…

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COVID-19: Alert Issued For Possible Exposure At Supermarket In Area COVID-19: Alert Issued For Possible Exposure At Supermarket In Area
Covid-19: Alert Issued For Possible Exposure At Supermarket In Area Visitors to a local supermarket are being alerted that they may have been exposed to novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Residents of Putnam County and neighboring communities are being advised of possible COVID contamination at TOPS Friendly Markets, located on Route 6 in Carmel, by the Putnam County Department of Health. The advisory is for those who worked or visited the store on these days and times:  Wednesday, July 2 from 5:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Sunday, July 5 from 5:30 a.m. to 8 a.m. If you were in the store at those times, the health department says you should watch for these COVI…

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Putnam County COVID-19 Death Toll Reaches 60: New Rundown Of Cases By Town Putnam County COVID-19 Death Toll Reaches 60: New Rundown Of Cases By Town
Putnam County Covid-19 Death Toll Reaches 60: New Rundown Of Cases By Town The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has now claimed the lives of 60 Putnam County residents, as the total number of cases topped 1,450 cases since mid-March. On Day 94 of the pandemic, there were 22 new COVID-19 cases in Putnam, bringing the total to 1,451 positive cases since the outbreak began. Of those cases, 60 have resulted in the deaths of Putnam residents. A total of 9,506 COVID-19 tests have been issued according to the Putnam County Department of Health, with 18 cases currently active. Nine COVID-19 patients remain at Putnam Hospital. Since the outbreak began, 1,432 COVID-19…

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COVID-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Putnam County Cases By Town COVID-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Putnam County Cases By Town
Covid-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Putnam County Cases By Town Putnam County saw at least two dozen new cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) over the weekend as it begins approaching nearly 1,250 cases. According to the latest information from the Putnam County Department of Health, there have now been 1,244 (24 new) cases of COVID-19 reported in the county, which have resulted in 55 deaths. There are currently 13 COVID-19 patients at Putnam Hospital, with four being discharged after being cleared of the virus in the past 24 hours. Each Putnam County town had multiple newly confirmed COVID-19 cases, the Department of Health announced. Of the con…

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Putnam County Now Has 1,200 COVID-19 Cases: Here's Latest Rundown By Town Putnam County Now Has 1,200 COVID-19 Cases: Here's Latest Rundown By Town
Putnam County Now Has 1,200 Covid-19 Cases: Here's Latest Rundown By Town Putnam County has climbed over 1,200 total positive novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases. As of Thursday, May 7, there have now been 1,220 (24 new) cases of COVID-19 reported in the county, which have resulted in 55 deaths (nine new), according to the Putnam County Department of Health. There are currently 13 COVID-19 patients at Putnam Hospital, with four being discharged after being cleared of the virus in the past 24 hours. Each Putnam County town had multiple newly confirmed COVID-19 cases, the Department of Health announced. Of the confirmed cases, 53 percent were men, and 47 percent we…

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Number Of Putnam COVID-19 Cases Climbs Past 1,000: Latest Breakdown By Town Number Of Putnam COVID-19 Cases Climbs Past 1,000: Latest Breakdown By Town
Number Of Putnam Covid-19 Cases Climbs Past 1,000: Latest Breakdown By Town There have now been more than 1,000 cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Putnam County. The exact number of confirmed cases as of Tuesday, April 28 is 1,038, of which 29 are new cases. According to the Putnam County Department of Health, there are currently 16 county residents hospitalized with COVID-19, while they are still monitoring 78 potential cases.  Since the outbreak began in early March, 959 COVID-19 patients have been treated and released from Putnam Hospital Center and are no longer isolated or quarantined. The latest town-by-town breakdown of COVID-19 in Putnam County…

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42 New COVID-19 Cases Reported In Putnam: Latest Breakdown By Town 42 New COVID-19 Cases Reported In Putnam: Latest Breakdown By Town
42 New Covid-19 Cases Reported In Putnam: Latest Breakdown By Town There have been 42 newly confirmed cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Putnam County, bringing the total to 942 cases since the pandemic began in New York 55 days ago. There were at least three new cases in each Putnam County town, with one more reported death, which marks 39 county residents who have died from the virus since the outbreak started. According to the Putnam County Department of Health, there are currently 19 county residents hospitalized with COVID-19, while they are still monitoring 83 potential cases. Since the outbreak began in early March, 857 COVID-19 patients have …

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Putnam County Reaches 900 COVID-19 Cases: Latest Breakdown By Town Putnam County Reaches 900 COVID-19 Cases: Latest Breakdown By Town
Putnam County Reaches 900 Covid-19 Cases: Latest Breakdown By Town The number of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Putnam County has hit 900 as the virus continues to spread. There were new cases reported in each town, with more than 70 in each, according to the Putnam County Department of Health. There have been 38 Putnam residents who died from COVID-19. The Department of Health said that there are still 17 COVID-19 patients being treated at Putnam Hospital - five less than the day before - with 85 potential cases still being monitored. Since the outbreak began in early March, there have been 815 patients treated for the virus and discharged. Earli…

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COVID-19: Here's Latest Number Of Fatalities, Breakdown Of Cases By Town In Putnam COVID-19: Here's Latest Number Of Fatalities, Breakdown Of Cases By Town In Putnam
Covid-19: Here's Latest Number Of Fatalities, Breakdown Of Cases By Town In Putnam There has been an uptick in the number of confirmed cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in each Putnam County town, though the numbers appear to have begun stabilizing. There are now at least 68 confirmed COVID-19 cases in each town, as the countywide total climbed to 831 as of Wednesday, April 22.  There are currently more than 27 COVID-19 patients still hospitalized, while 67 cases are still being monitored by the Putnam County Department of Health. A total of 37 COVID-19 deaths have now been reported in the county. Earlier story - COVID-19: Building 'Tracing Army' Of Thous…

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COVID-19: Here's Latest On Number Of Putnam Fatalities, Cases By Town COVID-19: Here's Latest On Number Of Putnam Fatalities, Cases By Town
Covid-19: Here's Latest On Number Of Putnam Fatalities, Cases By Town The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to spread in the Hudson Valley, as the number of confirmed cases in Putnam County is on the rise, even as things are somewhat stabilizing statewide. There have now been 476 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Putnam County, resulting in 16 deaths since the outbreak began. The Putnam County Department of Health said that there are currently 34 Putnam residents who are hospitalized, while one patient is currently being tested and waiting for the results to determine if the virus is present. Active Putnam County cases by town: Carmel: 180 (11 …

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COVID-19: Putnam Holding Drive-Through Testing COVID-19: Putnam Holding Drive-Through Testing
Covid-19: Putnam Holding Drive-Through Testing The Putnam County Department of Health will host a drive-through testing site for county residents with COVID-19 symptoms. The testing clinic, which is set to run from 2 to 4 p.m., Tuesday, April 7, requires residents to answer a pre-screening survey at surveygizmo.com to be considered for testing, the health department said. Those who meet the criteria will need to provide proof of residency. Health care workers and first responders will be given first priority. The department has not revealed the location of the site but will do so once you are selected to be tested. As of Monday, April…

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19 New Confirmed Putnam COVID-19 Cases Puts County Total At 31 19 New Confirmed Putnam COVID-19 Cases Puts County Total At 31
19 New Confirmed Putnam Covid-19 Cases Puts County Total At 31 As testing has been ramped up, a total of 19 new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been confirmed in Putnam County. With those cases, reported on Saturday afternoon, March 21, the county now has a total of 31 cases, the Putnam County Department of Health said. The individuals have been quarantined and will continue to be monitored carefully, the department said in a statement.  Neighboring Dutchess County reported 13 new cases the last 24 hours, increasing its number of cases to 49. Westchester has 1,385 total cases, 294 of which are new. The Putnam Health Depa…

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Number Of COVID-19 Cases Double In Putnam County Number Of COVID-19 Cases Double In Putnam County
Number Of Covid-19 Cases Double In Putnam County Click here for a new, updated story: 19 New Confirmed Putnam COVID-19 Cases Puts County Total At 31 The number of confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has doubled in Putnam County. With six new cases confirmed on Friday, March 20, the county now has a total of 12. The individuals have been quarantined and will continue to be monitored carefully, the Putnam County Department of Health said in a statement.  The department said its communicable disease staff is "interviewing these individuals to learn about their movements, and identify all close contacts," notin…

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Latest Positive COVID-19 Case Brings Putnam's Total To Six Latest Positive COVID-19 Case Brings Putnam's Total To Six
Latest Positive Covid-19 Case Brings Putnam's Total To Six An additional positive case of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has been reported in Putnam County after three other new cases were confirmed earlier in the day, on Thursday March 19. This brings the county total to six. The individuals have been quarantined at home and will continue to be monitored carefully, the Putnam County Department of Health said. "Our communicable disease staff is interviewing these individuals to learn about their movements, and identify all close contacts," the department said in a statement. "Contact tracing then begins, which includes asking for a det…

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Three New Positive COVID-19 Cases Reported In Putnam Three New Positive COVID-19 Cases Reported In Putnam
Three New Positive Covid-19 Cases Reported In Putnam Three new positive cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been confirmed in Putnam, bringing the county total to five. The individuals have been quarantined at home and will continue to be monitored carefully, the Putnam County Department of Health said on Thursday afternoon, March 19. "Our communicable disease staff is interviewing these individuals to learn about their movements, and identify all close contacts," the department said in a statement. "Contact tracing then begins, which includes asking for a detailed history of where they have traveled, worked, shopped, and more.…

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Tracking Process Underway For First Putnam County Patients Quarantined With COVID-19 Tracking Process Underway For First Putnam County Patients Quarantined With COVID-19
Tracking Process Underway For First Putnam County Patients Quarantined With Covid-19 Tracking is underway for the first two Putnam County patients diagnosed for testing positive for the novel strain of the coronavirus,  the Putnam County Department of Health said in a statement early Sunday evening, March 15.  Under the tracking process, health officials determine who the patients had contact with recently, where they work and where they visited. Those that are found to have had contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case will be notified by the PCDOH and precautionary or mandatory quarantine will be established for each person, the department said. The two are am…

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Three Cases Of Measles Confirmed In Putnam, More May Have Been Exposed Three Cases Of Measles Confirmed In Putnam, More May Have Been Exposed
Three Cases Of Measles Confirmed In Putnam, More May Have Been Exposed The Putnam County Department of Health has confirmed three positive cases of measles and said others may have been exposed earlier this week. Two are Putnam residents and the third lives in Connecticut, said Susan Hoffner, health educator of the Putnam County Department of Health. The hometowns of the three were not released. All the cases have been isolated to avoid spreading the disease further. Measles is a serious, highly contagious disease that can be spread through the air by coughing or sneezing. In rare cases it can be deadly. “Before these individuals were isolated, they may have …

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