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NY Removes 'Archaic' Measure That Kept Hair Salons, Barbershops Closed On Sundays NY Removes 'Archaic' Measure That Kept Hair Salons, Barbershops Closed On Sundays
NY Removes 'Archaic' Measure That Kept Hair Salons, Barbershops Closed On Sundays New York has amended an “archaic law” that prohibited barbershops from operating on Sundays. This week, legislation was signed into law that will give local New York hair salons and barber shops the option of being open to customers on Sunday as many businesses continue recovering financially from the pandemic. Before New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the bill into law on Tuesday, July 13, it was a misdemeanor to provide a haircut or shave to customers on Sundays, though it was rarely, if ever, enforced. Previously, the law said that "any person who carries on or engages in the business of…
COVID-19: CT Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions COVID-19: CT Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions
Covid-19: CT Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions Most COVID-19 capacity restrictions are set to be lifted in Connecticut as part of a regionally-minded approach that is being taken by top lawmakers in the tri-state area. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced early on Monday, May 3 that he had been working with Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont and New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on a plan that will see pandemic-related capacity restrictions largely lifted in all three states as of Wednesday, May 19. Beginning that day, restrictions will be lifted for: Restaurants; Museums; Theaters; Broadway; Retail; Shops; Gyms and fitness centers; Amusement an…
COVID-19: NY Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions, Curfews COVID-19: NY Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions, Curfews
Covid-19: NY Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions, Curfews A host of COVID-19 restrictions in New York are set to be rescinded as part of a massive tri-state effort as the country continues to recover from the pandemic. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that beginning on Wednesday, May 19, most pandemic-related capacity restrictions will be lifted in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut after being forced to shut down more than a year ago. As of May 19, capacity restrictions will be lifted in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut for: Restaurants; Museums; Theaters; Broadway; Retail; Shops; Gyms and fitness centers; Amusement and family entertainment …
COVID-19: Here's When New York City Will Reopen '100 Percent,' Mayor Says COVID-19: Here's When New York City Will Reopen '100 Percent,' Mayor Says
Covid-19: Here's When New York City Will Reopen '100 Percent,' Mayor Says New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has big summer plans for the Big Apple. In a sweeping statement, de Blasio declared that New York City will be ready for reopening as of Thursday, July 1, marking the first time it was open for business since the shutdown began in March last year as COVID-19 rapidly spread through the region. At the height of the pandemic last year, where New York City was at the epicenter of the initial outbreak, an average of more than 800 virus-related deaths were reported, though that number has dropped to approximately 40 a year later as the number of vaccines adminis…
Long Island Man Accused Of Smuggling Vietnamese Nationals To Work At Nail Salons Long Island Man Accused Of Smuggling Vietnamese Nationals To Work At Nail Salons
Long Island Man Accused Of Smuggling Vietnamese Nationals To Work At Nail Salons A Long Island man is facing charges for allegedly smuggling Vietnamese nationals into the country to work on the cheap at nail salons he and a co-conspirator operated in New York. Hicksville resident Manh Ngoc Nguyen and Bronx resident Dat Tat Ho were charged in federal court in Central Islip for allegedly conspiring to defraud the government and smuggling illegal aliens into the country. Nguyen and Ho owned or managed several nail and hair salons on Long Island, Queens, and in the Bronx. It is alleged that between January 2017 and September this year, the two arranged for Vietnamese fore…
COVID-19: Guidelines Issued For Phase 2 Barbershop/Hair Salon Reopenings COVID-19: Guidelines Issued For Phase 2 Barbershop/Hair Salon Reopenings
Covid-19: Guidelines Issued For Phase 2 Barbershop/Hair Salon Reopenings “Do it yourself haircuts,” which have become in vogue during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, will soon be a thing of the past as hair salons and barbershops get ready to open back up in New York with certain restrictions in place. With seven regions in New York entering Phase 2 of their reopening plans, which includes hair salons and barbershops, the state has set forth certain parameters to permit for a safe return to business. The Capital Region, Central New York, Finger Lakes, Mohawk Valley, North Country, Southern Tier, and Western New York are all in Phase 2. The mid-Hudson …
COVID-19: Here Are Guidelines For CT Barbershops, Hair Salons Now Back In Business COVID-19: Here Are Guidelines For CT Barbershops, Hair Salons Now Back In Business
Covid-19: Here Are Guidelines For CT Barbershops, Hair Salons Now Back In Business Hair salons and barbershops in Connecticut are back in business as the state recovers from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont had delayed the openings of salons and barbershops after hearing feedback from owners and employees hesitant to go back to work during the outbreak. Earlier story - COVID-19: Reopening Of Hair Salons, Barbershops Now Will Be Delayed In Connecticut As of Monday, June 1, those businesses were permitted to reopen, albeit with many restrictions to help prevent a second wave of COVID-19. Under the state requirements, barbershops and h…
COVID-19: Regions Getting Antsy As Cuomo Delays Planned Phase 2 Start COVID-19: Regions Getting Antsy As Cuomo Delays Planned Phase 2 Start
Covid-19: Regions Getting Antsy As Cuomo Delays Planned Phase 2 Start Click here for an updated story - COVID-19: Five NY Regions Cleared To Move To Phase 2 Reopenings, Including Barbershops, Salons Some regions in New York are growing frustrated after the state delayed the planned beginning of Phase 2 of reopening economies as the recovery from novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues. Those upstate areas that met the state’s mandated requirements to reopen believed that Friday, May 29 would begin Phase 2. However, Gov. Andrew Cuomo has called for a delay. Cuomo had said that the state would review the numbers two weeks after some regions reopened…
COVID-19: Here's What You Should Know About The Four Phases Of NY Reopenings COVID-19: Here's What You Should Know About The Four Phases Of NY Reopenings
Covid-19: Here's What You Should Know About The Four Phases Of NY Reopenings With Long Island and the Hudson Valley now set for Phase 1 reopenings, nine of New York State's 10 regions will be moving forward to reach the fourth and final phase. Re-opening refers to non-essential businesses and business activities.  After two weeks, state and regional officials will evaluate the outcomes of the reopening and then decide whether or not the region can move to the next phase. These are the four phases: Phase 1: Construction Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, Hunting Retail (Limited to curbside or in-store pickup or drop off) Manufacturing Wholesale Trade Phase 2: …
COVID-19: CT Hairstylists Voice Concerns Over Reopening COVID-19: CT Hairstylists Voice Concerns Over Reopening
Covid-19: CT Hairstylists Voice Concerns Over Reopening Some hairstylists in Connecticut are expressing concerns about reopening this week amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Phase one of Connecticut’s reopening begins on Wednesday, May 20, with salons and barbershops among the businesses permitted to begin going back into business. However, not all employees agree with the decision. In a statement, members of the Connecticut Beauty Association (CBA), which has more than 3,600 members, expressed their concern for their members’ safety. “Although some salon owners are, like myself, not putting pressure on their employees to return to…
* Trending * COVID-19: Here's What Will Open In Connecticut On May 20 * Trending * COVID-19: Here's What Will Open In Connecticut On May 20
* Trending * Covid-19: Here's What Will Open In Connecticut On May 20 The “new normal” in Connecticut begins next week when the state begins phase 1 of its plan to reopen the economy amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. On Wednesday, May 20, businesses will begin to reopen, highlighted by outdoor restaurants, select recreational hubs, and hair salons, under the guidance of Gov. Ned Lamont, state, and federal health officials. Earlier story - COVID-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors Retailers, including big box stores and local small businesses, will once again open their doors. Some malls in Fairfield County…
COVID-19: Will NYers Cross Over Into CT For Outdoor Dining, Hair Care Or To Visit Mall May 20? COVID-19: Will NYers Cross Over Into CT For Outdoor Dining, Hair Care Or To Visit Mall May 20?
Covid-19: Will NYers Cross Over Into CT For Outdoor Dining, Hair Care Or To Visit Mall May 20? Restaurants and most other non-essential downstate New York businesses are unlikely to reopen before mid-June. But Connecticut is on target to start  Phase 1 of its reopening plan on Wednesday, May 20. The sectors of business scheduled to reopen on that date are restaurants (outdoor dining only), museums, hair salons/barbershops, retail (including malls) and offices. Nail salons are not included among businesses reopening May 20. Meanwhile, beaches in New Jersey are on target to reopen by Memorial Day Weekend. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo was asked at his daily news briefing on Sa…
COVID-19: Will NYers Cross State Border For Outdoor Dining, Hair Care Or To Visit Mall May 20? COVID-19: Will NYers Cross State Border For Outdoor Dining, Hair Care Or To Visit Mall May 20?
Covid-19: Will NYers Cross State Border For Outdoor Dining, Hair Care Or To Visit Mall May 20? Restaurants and most other non-essential downstate New York businesses are unlikely to reopen before mid-June. But across the border, Connecticut is on target to start  Phase 1 of its reopening plan on Wednesday, May 20. The sectors of business scheduled to reopen on that date are restaurants (outdoor dining only), museums, hair salons/barbershops, retail (including malls) and offices. Nail salons are not included among businesses reopening May 20. Meanwhile, beaches in New Jersey are on target to reopen by Memorial Day Weekend. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo was asked at his daily …
COVID-19: Detailed Rules Now Released For CT Businesses Due To Reopen May 20 COVID-19: Detailed Rules Now Released For CT Businesses Due To Reopen May 20
Covid-19: Detailed Rules Now Released For CT Businesses Due To Reopen May 20 The State of Connecticut has just released rules for businesses under Phase 1 of the state's novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic reopening plans. The sectors of business due to reopen on Wednesday, May 20 are restaurants (outdoor dining only), museums, hair salons/barbershops, retail (including malls) and offices. Nail salons are not included among businesses scheduled for reopening May 20. In addition to the business guidelines, social gatherings will still be limited to five people or less and those over age 65 or with high-risk factors are encouraged to stay home. You can view the do…
COVID-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors COVID-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors
Covid-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors Click here for an updated story - COVID-19: Detailed Rules Now Released For CT Businesses Due To Reopen May 20 A host of guidelines different types of businesses must follow in order to reopen in Connecticut on Wednesday, May 20 amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic have been unveiled. Gov. Ned Lamont announced the measures that have been put in place at a news conference late Friday afternoon, May 8. Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz and David Lehman, commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, joined Lamont at the news conference.…
COVID-19: Date Set For Some Connecticut Businesses To Reopen COVID-19: Date Set For Some Connecticut Businesses To Reopen
Covid-19: Date Set For Some Connecticut Businesses To Reopen A date has been set for some businesses to reopen in Connecticut amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. A four-stage strategy was introduced by Gov. Ned Lamont late Thursday afternoon, April 30 that will continue as long as COVID infections and hospitalizations continue to decline. (See the first image above.) Related story - COVID-19: Latest Rundown Of Overall, New Cases By County, City, Town Reopenings on Wednesday, May 20 include retail outlets, outdoor areas of restaurants and bars, outdoor museums and zoos and offices. Included are barbershops, hair salons and o…
NJ Construction Workers Hammering Away During COVID-19 Pandemic NJ Construction Workers Hammering Away During COVID-19 Pandemic
NJ Construction Workers Hammering Away During Covid-19 Pandemic Nearly everything was closed in New Jersey with stricter rules being imposed statewide. Construction workers, however, still wonder what fate holds for them. UPDATE: Construction is considered essential business and was not ordered closed by Gov. Murphy Saturday. An executive order that Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco proposed earlier this week called for the county-wide shutdown of construction companies. The order was since revoked by the governor, but construction has not been addressed since. Dior Vass -- the president of Bergenfield-based Dior Construction -- expects qualit…