BULLETIN BASSETT PLANS ONGOING CLINIC FOR COVID SHOTS COOPERSTOWN – Bassett Healthcare Network is partnering with New York State on an ongoing, mass-vaccination clinic to begin at 7 a.m. Thursday, March 18. The clinic will run 7 a.m.-7 p.m. daily, for 2-3 months, employees were told Monday. Check back for further details. CLICK FOR STATE’S ‘AM I ELIGIBLE’ SITE…
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Seward Vows To ‘Protect Those Who Protect Us’ ‘Increased Attacks And Animosity’ Toward Police Spurs GOP Effort ALBANY – Due to “increased attacks and animosity” toward police officers, state Sen. Jim Seward, R-Milford, announced support for the Republican-supported “Protect Those Who Protect Us” package of bills in the state Senate. “Our police officers are dedicated, hardworking men and women, they take their oath to protect and serve to heart and are vital to keeping our communities safe,” Seward said. “In…
GOVERNOR’S BRIEFING/Sunday, June 14 Youth Sports To Be Allowed In Phase Three NEW YORK CITY – Governor Cuomo today announced low-risk youth sports for regions in Phase Three, like Otsego County, can can begin on July 6 with up to two spectators allowed per child. He also announced the state is extending the special open enrollment period in the State of Health Health Plan Marketplace for an additional 30 days through July 15. Cuomo also:…
GOVERNOR’S BRIEFING/SATURDAY, JUNE 13 Hospitalizations, Deaths Continue To Drop In NYS NEW YORK CITY – New York State is at the lowest number of deaths and hospitalizations since the pandemic began, Governor Cuomo reported today in his daily briefing. The number of total hospitalizations was down yesterday to lowest level since March 20 to 1,734. Thirty-two people in New York passed away due to COVID-19, down from a record-high of 800 just nine weeks ago. The Governor also:…
GOVERNOR’S BRIEFING/Monday, June 9 BIG APPLE’S BACK, CUOMO DECLARES NEW YORK – As New York City entered Phase One of reopening today, Governor Cuomo announced the Big Apple is now eligible to resume elective surgeries and ambulatory care in its recently embattled hospitals. He also announced the state is opening 14 new temporary testing sites at churches located in communities particularly impacted by COVID-19, in partnership with Northwell Health and SOMOS Community Care. The state is continuing to focus efforts…
GOVERNOR’S BRIEFING/Sunday, June 6 Cuomo Allows Graduations Of 150 People On June 26 ALBANY – Governor Cuomo today announced outdoor, socially distanced graduations of up to 150 people will be allowed beginning June 26, subject to any outbreaks or significant changes in the metrics. He also announced:…
GOVERNOR’S BRIEFING/Saturday, June 6 Cuomo: Churches Can Open At 25% Capacity NYC Deaths At 35, Down From 800 Peak ALBANY – Governor Cuomo today announced churches and others places of worship may reopen with 25 percent occupancy with all social distancing protocols in place during Phase Two of reopening. That includes Otsego County’s Mohawk Valley Region and six other of the state’s regions. The governor also announced:…
GOVERNOR’S BRIEFING/Tuesday, June 2 As WNY Opens, Cuomo Tells Protesters: Enough In today’s briefing, Governor Cuomo reported the COVID-19 numbers continue to drop, and Western New York prepares to enter Phase 2 of reopening. He also told protesters of George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis that he agrees with their dismay, but “enough is enough.”…
GOVERNOR’S BRIEFING/Thursday, May 28 Cuomo, Perez, Rock Message: Wear A Mask! NEW YORK CITY – Cheered on by actress Rosie Perez and comedian Chris Rock, Governor Cuomo today issued an Executive Order authorizing businesses to deny entry to people who do not wear masks or face-coverings. The governor made the announcement at noon in New York City, as Otsego County businesses awaited details on how to enter the Phase 2 reopening tomorrow, which permits stores and offices to reopen for…
GOVERNOR’S BRIEFING/Wednesday, May 27 In D.C., Cuomo Asks For Legislation That Will Help The States From the Governor’s Press Office WASHINGTON – Governor Cuomo earlier today called on the U.S. Senate to pass a coronavirus relief bill that helps all Americans and provides unrestricted fiscal support for states. The next bill should focus on funding state and local governments, working families, state testing and tracing efforts and a real economic stimulus, with no handouts to corporations that do not protect…