Keep up to date on everything coronavirus (COVID-19) related in central New York and across the country.
Mask Mandates Still Recommended in 11 NY Counties
Despite the Governor dropping mask mandates in New York, including in schools starting March 2, there are 11 counties in the state where the Center for Disease Control (CDC) says masks should still be worn.
Hochul Expected to Drop Mask Mandate Today, Changes Coming for Schools
Governor Hochul will announce today that the indoor mask mandate is over.
New York’s Mask Mandate is Extended
New Yorkers will be required to wear masks whenever inside in any public settings for an additional 11 days.
New York’s Mask Mandate is Back On
New York State’s requirement that face masks be worn in just about all indoor public settings is still in place until at least Friday, January 28.
NY Supreme Court Strikes Down Mask Mandate
The New York State Supreme Court says Governor Hochul’s directive that all schools and businesses require staff and customers to wear masks is unconstitutional.
What Happened to My Boost Oneida County Gift Card Incentive
What happened to the $100 Boost Oneida County incentive? If you haven't received your $100 gift card incentive for getting a booster shot with the Boost Oneida County program, just be patient.
Here's How To Get Your Free COVID-9 Tests Through USPS
It was launched a day earlier than expected at COVIDTests.gov.
COVID-19 Contact Tracing is No Longer Required in New York State
Health Commissioner Mary Bassett says there will no longer be contact tracing required of local health departments in order to focus on vaccination and testing.
CDC Drops Quarantine Time For COVID Exposure Or Positive Testing
Previous guidance recommending 10 days of isolation after contraction COVID-19 or even exposure to the virus has now been updated.
Boost OC Vaccine Incentive Program To End On December 31
The Boost OC vaccination incentive program will be ending on December 31.
Oneida County To Offer Free COVID Testing On December 22
Oneida County will be offering free COVID-19 drive-thru testing at Griffiss International Airport in Rome beginning on December 22.
Chris Lane Tests Positive for the Omicron COVID-19 Variant
So far, the singer says, his wife Lauren and their baby boy haven't gotten sick.