We've got the latest on Coronavirus in Central New York.
![The Only Numbers That Truly Tell The Story of COVID-19](http://townsquare.media/site/854/files/2020/07/RS40851_GettyImages-1200769096-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
The Only Numbers That Truly Tell The Story of COVID-19
A lot of numbers regarding COVID-19 are thrown at all of us on a regular basis, as the medical science world urges us all to get vaccinated. It's interesting to watch people argue back and forth about the data that are often times skewed to push personal agendas.
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Why Thousands of Shoes Were Left Outside Schools Across New York
What with all the shoes outside New York schools?
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Gov. Warns of Another Lock Down in NY if COVID Rates Don't Drop
Another lockdown is possible if COVID rates don't start dropping in New York State.
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An Open Letter To Big Bird: No Vaccine Judgement Here
I've seen it all over social media that some parents are up in arms about Big Bird publicly announcing he got vaccinated against coronavirus.
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Vacation Destination Banned To NY Residents Due To Vaccination
If you were planning on flying out of New York for a destination vacation, there's one place you might no longer be able to enjoy if you're unvaccinated.
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NYC Streets Back Open For 2021 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
The 95th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is back with floats, balloons, and for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic hit, people lining the streets.
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No More Religious Exemptions From Vaccine Mandate in New York
A religious exemption won't get you out of the vaccine mandate in New York State.
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350 New York State School Districts Will Hold Vaccination Events
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has shared that over 350 school districts across the state plan to get children ages five to 11 vaccinated against COVID-19
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COVID May Force Another Utica Area Restaurant to Close for Good
The coronavirus pandemic is playing havoc on local restaurants and another may have to shut down for good in Central New York.
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CDC Recommends Giving Gift of Masks and Vaccines for the Holidays
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has released the holiday guidelines for 2021 that include wearing face coverings in crowds and getting vaccinated to keep everyone safe.
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Rome City School Superintendent Gives Update on In-Person Learning
The Superintendent of the Rome City School District set the record straight on Thursday in regards to their plan going forward with in-person learning and their current school bus driver shortage.
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Why Did the CDC Reverse its 2021 Holiday Guidelines
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) released guidelines for celebrating the holidays this year amid the coronavirus pandemic. Then they took it down. Why?