Community Bank has made the decision to close all branch lobbies and operate solely through available drive-thrus, starting today, Wednesday, Nov. 25. All branch lobbies will be available by appointment only, including locations with and without drive-thrus. “We believe this decision is both conservative and prudent considering the current information the CDC has provided about COVID-19” Hal Wentworth, Community Bank N.A. … [Read more...]
Geneseo College , School In Lima Having Mini-Clusters of Spreading COVID-19
The Livingston County Department of Health (LCDOH) reports there are 48,133 negative and 649 positive cases of COVID-19 in Livingston County. Of these positive cases, 73 are currently active. “Our daily positivity rate – the percent tested positive – increased from around 1% in mid-October to close to 5% in mid-November,” stated Jennifer Rodriguez, Livingston County’s Public Health Director. “Along with increasing … [Read more...]
Parts of Monroe Are Now Orange; Ontario Heading Towads Yellow
Governor Andrew Cuomo declared that “parts of Rochester, Irondequoit, and Brighton have become an orange zone.” He then added that “Ontario County, Victor is on track to become a yellow zone.” A small portion of Gates is also included in the orange zone. The following is a breakdown of the different color categories the State is using to define areas: Red zone:Focus area is put in place to contain spread from a specific, … [Read more...]
School Winter Sports Delayed Statewide
The New York State Public High School Athletic Association [NYSPHSAA] announced the start date for high-risk winter sports has been pushed back to Jan. 4 High-risk winter sports, include team oriented sports with little ability to play at a safe distance from teammates and/or their opponents. These include basketball, ice hockey, wrestling and volleyball. Low- and moderate-risk sports that will be allowed to begin Nov. 30 … [Read more...]
CO-FOUNDER OF “ICE BUCKET CHALLENGE” DIES AT 37
New Yok State resident Patrick Quinn, who co-founded the “Ice Bucket Challenge,” died Sunday at 37. At age 30 Mr. Quinn was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. The challenge, where thousands of people preformed the simple, somewhat uncomfortable act of pouring a bucket of ice water over their head, is credited with raising over $220 million for the ALS’ medical research … [Read more...]
THIS THANKSGIVING THE SPIRIT OF GIVING GENEROUSLY HAS NOT from Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Traditionally, Thanksgiving is a time for us to come together and celebrate the spirit of cooperation and community. It’s an opportunity to share what we have with friends, family and sometimes even strangers; the season is rooted in giving and generosity. This Thanksgiving will likely be much different than the ones we have grown accustomed to in recent years. There is perhaps no greater tradition for Americans to gather than … [Read more...]
TRAILER ACCIDENT FATAL IN CONESUS
An accident on Rowland Rd., Conesus, on Thursday morning, Nov. 19, resulted in the death of an unidentified man. According to the Livingston County Sheriff Tom Dougherty, the man was apparently working on the trailer, when it rolled over him, killing him. The trailer was on private property, far from the road. An investigation is continuing, although Dougherty said it appeared to be accidental, and not suspicious. The man’s … [Read more...]
Governor Cuomo Warns Local Officials To Enforce The Gathering Law
Governor Andrew Cuomo predicted yesterday that the positivity rate will significantly rise after Thanksgioving and warned local sheriffs to enfore the 10 person gathering limit. Last week, Cuomo issued an executive order limiting gatherings at private residences to no more than 10 people. Since several law enforcement officers have declared they will not enforce this 10-person limit on gatherings. Cuomo said they are violating … [Read more...]
Businesses Should Not Be Penalized For Being Forced to Lay Off Workers
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C-I, Elma) is calling on New York State to protect thousands of businesses from dramatic increases in unemployment insurance rates. In a letter to NYS Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon, Senator Gallivan says given the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, businesses cannot afford higher premiums. “Businesses big and small throughout the state have been forced to lay off workers because of state-ordered … [Read more...]
First rapid at-home COVID-19 test approved by FDA
The FDA yesterday approved the first rapid at-home COVID-19 test yesterday. It is expected that this test will help reduce turnaround times and curtail the spread of the virus among healthcare workers. “This new testing option is an important diagnostic advancement to address the pandemic and reduce the public burden of disease transmission,” FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn said. “Today’s action underscores the FDA’s ongoing commitment to … [Read more...]
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