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State To Provide Free Two-Day Pass To Any NY State Park To Those Vaccinated From May 24 To May 31

May 24, 2021 Contributor

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that every person who gets vaccinated with either a first dose, or single dose of Johnson & Johnson, anywhere in New York State between May 24 and 31 is eligible to receive a free two-day pass to any New York State Park, valid through September 30, 2021.

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As New York State Adopts CDC Face Mask, Social Distancing Guidance, Cuomo Announces Lowest Statewide Positivity Rate Since October 10

May 19, 2021 Contributor

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the statewide positivity rate dropped to 1.00 percent, the lowest since October 10. New York State is adopting the CDC’s updated guidance on masks and social distancing today.

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Cuomo Announces Additional Guidance For County Fairs, Local Festivities

May 17, 2021 Contributor

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced additional guidance for county fairs and local festivals throughout New York.

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State Gives Okay For Vaccinated People To Not Wear Face Masks, Social Distance Beginning Wednesday

May 17, 2021 Kassadee Bradshaw

Today Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that effective Wednesday, the state is adopting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s guidance on face masks and social distancing for vaccinated people.

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Attorney General James Issues Consumer Alert Against Possible Gasoline Price Gouging

May 13, 2021 Contributor

New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued an alert to New Yorkers concerning potential gasoline price gouging following the interruption of a major fuel pipeline serving the eastern half of the U.S. — urging consumers to report dramatic gasoline price increases to the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) for investigation.

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SUNY, CUNY To Require Proof Of COVID-19 Vaccination For Students Attending In-Person Classes This Fall

May 10, 2021 Contributor

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the SUNY and CUNY boards will require proof of vaccination for all students attending in-person classes this fall, and encouraged all private universities and colleges to adopt the same guidelines.

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Oswego County Today Weekly News Roundup: 5/2 – 5/8/2021

May 10, 2021 Kassadee Bradshaw

Oswego County Today presents the top stories from this past week.

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State Police Warn CNY Against Grandparent, Family Emergency Scams

May 8, 2021 Contributor

State Police in North Syracuse are warning citizens of a scam that preys on grandparents after several local senior citizens lost over $24,000 in what is known as the “Grandparent Scam” or “Family Emergency Scam.”

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Governor Cuomo Announces Additional $30 Million Available For Drive Clean Rebate Program

May 7, 2021 Contributor

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced an additional $30 million is now available through New York State’s Drive Clean Rebate program to encourage more consumers to lease or purchase an all-electric car or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle.

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New York State To Ease COVID-19 Restrictions On Businesses, Gatherings Venues

May 3, 2021 Contributor

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont today announced a significant easing of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions on the region’s businesses, venues and gatherings given significant progress in vaccinations and sustained reduction in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.

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