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Covid-
19: AAA Provides Outlook On How Much Thanksgiving Travel Will Drop Amid Pandemic
Millions of Americans won’t be hitting the road or flying out to celebrate Thanksgiving with friends and family this year as the country continues combating the new surge in COVID-19 cases. With the country setting daily record highs for new cases, AAA said that they are expecting at least a 10 percent drop in travel this holiday season as Americans hunker down to avoid the spreading or contracting virus. According to AAA, their mid-October forecast model determined that approximately 50 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving in 2020, down from 55 million a year ago. Roa…
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Covid-
19: CDC Updates Thanksgiving Guidelines
The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) has updated previously released guidelines for Thanksgiving during the COVID-19 pandemic. "Unfortunately, the COVID-19 epidemic is worsening, and small household gatherings are an important contributor to the rise in COVID-19 cases," the agency said in a statement released Monday, Nov. 9. "Traditional Thanksgiving gatherings with family and friends are fun but can increase the chances of getting or spreading COVID-19 or the flu." The CDC says "the safest way to celebrate Thanksgiving this year is with people in your household." 'If you…
Schools
Covid-
19: New Testing Policy For 140,000 SUNY Students Announced
Before heading home for the holidays, State University of New York students will have to test negative for COVID-19. SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras announced this week that in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 to the rest of the country when students head home for Thanksgiving, they will first have to take the test at each of SUNY’s 64 colleges and universities. Malatras said that schools will have until Thursday, Nov. 5 on how to test the entire student population of approximately 140,000 within 10 days of Thanksgiving break. Testing has also been recommended for staff and facult…
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Covid-
19: New Spike In Cases Linked To Small Household Gatherings, CDC Director Says
Small gatherings have been attributed to a recent rise in COVID-19 cases as hospitalizations for the virus continue to spike across the country. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said that recent small gatherings have become a growing source of COVID-19 spread, as some have grown restless and anxious following months of relative quarantine and social distance from friends and family. There has been an average of approximately 52,000 new COVID-19 cases reported daily over the past seven days according to officials, with more than half the states in the country showing a po…
Business
All Walmart Stores Will Be Closed This Thanksgiving Day
Bad news for those looking to get an early start to Black Friday. All Walmart stores will be closed Thanksgiving Day this year, the company announced, noting its employees have stepped up during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sam's Clubs stores will also be closed, the company said. Walmart hasn't yet announced times for Black Friday shopping.
Weather
Here Are Projected Snowfall Totals For Slow-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Area
Click here for an updated story: Projected Snowfall Totals Increase Dramatically For Nor'easter That Will Slam Area Parts of the region could see significant snowfall accumulation from a slow-moving storm that will sweep through the Northeast at the end of Thanksgiving weekend. Snowfall accumulation of 1 to 3 inches is expected north of I-287 in New York and the Merritt Parkway in Connecticut and south of I-84. (See first image above.) But north of I-84, some areas, including Dutchess County, could see as much as 4 to 6 inches of snowfall accumulation while northernmost Connecticu…
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Poll: What's Your Favorite Thanksgiving Side Dish?
When it comes to classic Thanksgiving side dishes, everyone has their favorites. From stuffing and mashed potatoes to candied yams, veggies or even cranberry sauce, no Thanksgiving feast is complete without enjoying a hearty helping (or two) of the sweet and savory side you love the most. Which classic Thanksgiving side dish are you most looking forward to this year? Vote for your favorite in the poll above. On the e-commerce side, Thanksgiving costs are on the rise across the board. Statista Infographics forecasts a $4.4 billion expenditure on Thanksgiving Day, up from $3.7 billion in 2018…
Police & Fire
'State Troopers Will Have Zero Tolerance': Crackdown On Impaired, Reckless Driving Underway
State Police have just launched a traffic enforcement initiative to crack down on unsafe driving behaviors during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. The special traffic enforcement period runs from Wednesday, Nov. 27 through Sunday, Dec. 1. “During this Thanksgiving holiday weekend, I encourage all New Yorkers to make safety their top priority," Superintendent Keith M. Corlett said. "If your celebrations include alcohol, plan ahead to ensure you have a safe ride home. "There’s simply no excuse to get behind the wheel if you’re impaired, and state troopers will have zero to…
Weather
Wintry Weather Could Make For Slippery Travel At End Of Thanksgiving Weekend
Click here for an updated story: Here Are Projected Snowfall Totals For Slow-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Area A wintry mix and some snow in much of the region could make for slippery travel for those returning home after Thanksgiving travel. The long-range forecast is now calling for a chance of snow and a wintry mix on Sunday, Dec. 1. The holiday will start off with stormy weather on Thanksgiving Day Eve, Wednesday, Nov. 27 with a chance of rain and showers between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. on a breezy day with the high temperature in the mid 40s. Gusty winds will increase in …
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Scam Alert: Beware Of Card Skimming At The Gas Pump
With Thanksgiving weekend and December holiday travel coming, a new warning has been issued about skimming scams at the pump. Skimmers are illegal card readers attached to payment terminals. These card readers grab data off a credit or debit card’s magnetic stripe without your knowledge. Criminals sell the stolen data or use it to buy things online. You won’t know your information has been stolen until you get your statement or an overdraft notice. While your eyes are on the road, scammers' eyes are on your wallet. Here are a few tips from the Federal Trade Commission to help you avoid a s…
Lifestyle
Salmonella Scare: Here's How To Make Sure Your Thanksgiving Day Turkey Is Safe
Related story: First Death Reported In Ongoing Turkey Salmonella Outbreak In the wake of a monthslong nationwide Salmonella outbreak - and just in time for Thanksgiving - involving raw turkey products, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is offering tips to ensure that Americans stay healthy during the holiday. Thousands of pounds of turkey products have been recalled that may be associated with an illness outbreak of Salmonella. The outbreak has resulted in one death and 164 reported illnesses in 35 states. Approximately half of those who got sick were hospitaliz…
Lifestyle
54.3M Americans Traveling 50 Miles Or More From Home Over Thanksgiving
Hitting the road over Thanksgiving time? You're not alone. To say the least. Much of America is as well - 54 million, to be exact, according to AAA. These numbers make for the highest travel rates recorded since 2005. The 54.3 million Americans traveling more than 50 miles away from home this Thanksgiving week (Wednesday, Nov. 21 through Sunday, Nov. 25) represents a 4.8% increase from last year. “Consumers have a lot to be thankful for this holiday season: higher wages, more disposable income and rising levels of household wealth,” said Bill Sutherland, senior vice president of AA…
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