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Covid-19: Long Island Sees Slight Uptick In Cases, Here's Breakdown By Towns
Long Island has seen a slight uptick in positive COVID-19 cases though statewide numbers continue trending in the right direction.
There have now been 44,924 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Nassau, and 45,006 in Suffolk as each county saw less than 100 new cases in the latest numbers provided by the state Department of Health.
There have been 2,198 COVID-19 fatalities in Nassau and 2,005 in Suffolk.
On Long Island, the positive infection rate over the past three days:
Monday, Aug. 31: 1.0 percent;
Tuesday, Sept. 1: 0.8 percent;
Wednesday, Sept. 2: 1.1 percent.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo not…
Covid-19: New Restrictions Placed On NY Restaurants, Bars
New York has announced new restrictions for restaurants and bars that are open during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The New York State Liquor Authority said that activities such as dancing, karaoke, live entertainment, comedy shows, darts, cornhole, and pool are not allowed at bars and restaurants.
Live music at bars cannot be advertised, all live music must be non-ticketed events and cover charges aren't allowed.
Despite the restrictions and guidance issued by state health officials and New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, dozens of restaurants and bars have been found in violation, with patrons cr…
