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Resident Hospitalized After Blaze At Port Chester Apartment Building Resident Hospitalized After Blaze At Port Chester Apartment Building
Resident Hospitalized After Blaze At Port Chester Apartment Building One person was hospitalized following a fire that broke out at an apartment building in Westchester.  The blaze began on Sunday, Feb. 25 around 6 p.m., when smoke was reported to be coming from an apartment building in Port Chester at 167 Terrace Ave., according to the village's fire department.  Arriving crews soon found flames coming from the side of the building and forced their way into the structure. Firefighters then searched the building while other crews began using a hose line to extinguish the fire.  The blaze was eventually brought under control in under an hour. …
COVID-19: 'We're Going Back Up Again,' CDC Director Says Amid Post-Thanksgiving Increases COVID-19: 'We're Going Back Up Again,' CDC Director Says Amid Post-Thanksgiving Increases
Covid-19: 'We're Going Back Up Again,' CDC Director Says Amid Post-Thanksgiving Increases Key metrics in weekly data indicate the first major nationwide COVID-19 uptick in months following the Thanksgiving holiday. Speaking at a Congressional hearing on Thursday, Nov. 30, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Dr. Mandy Cohen said: "We are going back up again, which we expected after a lot of travel and gathering at Thanksgiving." Nationwide, in the latest data for the week ending Saturday, Nov. 25, there was a 10.6 percent increase in emergency room visits and 10 percent increase in hospitalizations. In addition, the test positivity rate went up 1.2 perc…
COVID-19: New EG.5 Variant Identified Amid Rise In Cases, Hospitalizations COVID-19: New EG.5 Variant Identified Amid Rise In Cases, Hospitalizations
Covid-19: New EG.5 Variant Identified Amid Rise In Cases, Hospitalizations New update - COVID-19: New Eris Strain Already Most Prevalent Version Of Virus A new COVID-19 variant has been identified amid a rise in hospitalizations and cases being reported by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC). COVID hospital admissions during the week ending Saturday, July 29, increased 12.5 percent over the previous week, according to CDC data. In addition, visits to the emergency room were up more than 21.8 percent, and the positive test percentage increased 1.3 percent. One of the causes of the trend could be excessive heat, which is sending…
Acton Dump Truck Rollover Crash Could Impact Your Drive Home Acton Dump Truck Rollover Crash Could Impact Your Drive Home
Acton Dump Truck Rollover Crash Could Impact Your Drive Home A dump truck crash sent one person to the hospital and closed down a road, officials say.  An Acton Department of Public Works dump truck got caught on overhead wires on Main Street at Ledgerock Way in Acton and rolled over on its side on Wednesday, July 5, according to the Acton Police Department.  Police and firefighters arrived at the scene around 1:36 p.m.  The driver, an employee of the Acton Department of Public Works, was taken to a local hospital for evaluation.  Main Street was closed while the truck was brought back onto its wheels. It remained clos…
COVID-19: 12K+ Cases Reported In Maryland In 24 Hours COVID-19: 12K+ Cases Reported In Maryland In 24 Hours
Covid-19: 12K+ Cases Reported In Maryland In 24 Hours There are 12,735 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state over the past 24 hours, according to the Maryland COVID-19 Dashboard. In addition, the total number of cases of the virus has soared to 788,965 in the state, the positivity rate is also now at  29.98%, an increase of 1.42%. Hospitalizations have also increased statewide by 54, with a total of 3,172 people now in the hospital with the Coronavirus. The highest number of COVID-19 deaths in Maryland is in Baltimore County, so far 1,971 residents there have died from the virus. Governor Larry Hogan says the highly infectio…
COVID-19: These Will Be Key Signs When End To Pandemic Is Coming, CDC Director Says COVID-19: These Will Be Key Signs When End To Pandemic Is Coming, CDC Director Says
Covid-19: These Will Be Key Signs When End To Pandemic Is Coming, CDC Director Says The COVID-19 pandemic is now nearly two years old, and there's still no end in sight. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky says there are two key signs to look for down the line that are key indicators when the time comes that it does finally wind down. The first is a manageable number of hospitalizations, and the second is a significant drop in the number of daily deaths, she said in an interview with ABC News. To get there, Walensky emphasized the importance of relying on strategies that have proven to be effective, namely vaccines and mask…
COVID-19: Northwell Sends Nurses To Assist Hospitals Struggling With Surge In Cases COVID-19: Northwell Sends Nurses To Assist Hospitals Struggling With Surge In Cases
Covid-19: Northwell Sends Nurses To Assist Hospitals Struggling With Surge In Cases The largest health system in New York State has dispatched a team of nurses to medical centers that need assistance with a new surge in COVID-19 cases. Northwell Health announced that a team of 16 clinical professionals and two team leads were sent to Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo and the University of Rochester’s Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester on Saturday, Dec. 11. The nurses will spend two weeks assisting the hospitals due to a rise in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. “Being a nurse, I know the importance of helping those in need,” said Brendan McDermott, a critic…
COVID-19: NJ Reports Highest Number Of Positive Tests In 1 Day Since January COVID-19: NJ Reports Highest Number Of Positive Tests In 1 Day Since January
Covid-19: NJ Reports Highest Number Of Positive Tests In 1 Day Since January COVID-19 cases are surging in New Jersey as the state reports 17 deaths and 4,782 confirmed cases of the virus -- the highest number of positive tests in one day since January, according to the state's COVID-19 dashboard. The seven-day average for confirmed positive tests also more than tripled the average from a month ago, increasing to 3,519, as originally reported by NJ Advance Media. NEW JERSEY #COVID19 UPDATE:➡️4,782 new positive PCR tests➡️1,120,973 total positive PCR tests➡️988 new positive antigen tests➡️174,032 total positive antigen tests➡️17 new confirmed deaths➡️25,713 total…
COVID-19: Positive Infection Rate In CT Above 5 Percent; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County COVID-19: Positive Infection Rate In CT Above 5 Percent; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County
Covid-19: Positive Infection Rate In CT Above 5 Percent; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County The positive COVID-19 infection rate in Connecticut has been above 5 percent for three straight days as the state saw more than 100 new patients hospitalized with the virus in the past week. With variants of the virus rapidly spreading across the Country, Connecticut conducted 20,343 COVID-19 tests on Tuesday, Nov. 30, which resulted in 1,093 confirmed positive cases of the virus to bring the daily infection rate to 5.37, down from nearly 6 percent the previous day. Twenty more COVID-19 patients were hospitalized, bringing the total being treated for the virus in Connecticut hospitals to 38…
COVID-19: Infection Rate Down, Hospitalizations Up In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County COVID-19: Infection Rate Down, Hospitalizations Up In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County
Covid-19: Infection Rate Down, Hospitalizations Up In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County The positive COVID-19 infection rate in Connecticut was down slightly over the weekend, though a pair of new patients were hospitalized for treatment of the virus. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said on Monday, Aug. 30 that there were 43,879 COVID-19 tests administered over the weekend, resulting in 1,361 new laboratory-confirmed cases of the virus, according to the Department of Health. The two new hospitalizations bring the total being treated for COVID-19 in Connecticut hospitals up to 380 as of Aug. 30.  Officials noted that the Delta variant of COVID-19 continues to be the dominant …
COVID-19: Results Of New Federal Study On Vaccine Effectiveness Released COVID-19: Results Of New Federal Study On Vaccine Effectiveness Released
Covid-19: Results Of New Federal Study On Vaccine Effectiveness Released A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found that the COVID-19 vaccine has proven effective in preventing hospitalizations among older adults who are fully vaccinated. According to the CDC, the Pfizer and Moderna COVID vaccines are 94 percent effective in adults ages 65 and older who have received both doses of the shot and allowed 14 days to pass after the second dose. The study, which followed more than 400 hospitalized adults across 14 states from January to March, also found that the two-dose vaccines are 64 percent effective in the elderly who have o…
COVID-19: CT Sees Growing Number Of Hospitalizations Among Younger, Unvaccinated People COVID-19: CT Sees Growing Number Of Hospitalizations Among Younger, Unvaccinated People
Covid-19: CT Sees Growing Number Of Hospitalizations Among Younger, Unvaccinated People Connecticut is seeing improved COVID-19 numbers, though the rate of younger residents getting infected with the virus continues to rise, causing concern for Gov. Ned Lamont. A group of younger, unvaccinated Connecticut residents has seen a recent rise in new cases and hospitalizations as the state continues to roll out its vaccination program at one of the quickest clips in the nation. Lamont said that while many elderly residents have received the vaccine, while a smaller percentage of younger people living in the state have received at least one dose of the vaccination. According to the …
COVID-19: Statewide Hospitalizations Increase For Third Straight Day; Latest Cases By County COVID-19: Statewide Hospitalizations Increase For Third Straight Day; Latest Cases By County
Covid-19: Statewide Hospitalizations Increase For Third Straight Day; Latest Cases By County The number of COVID-19 patients being hospitalized in Massachusetts rose for the third straight day following weeks of declining numbers as the virus-related death toll continues to rise. Twenty new patients were admitted to Massachusetts hospitals, according to the latest data from the State Department of Health, bringing the total to 628 still being treated for COVID-19. A total of 106,349 COVID-19 tests were administered statewide, resulting in 1,865 newly confirmed infections as the seven-day rolling positivity rate for those tested rose slightly to 2.23 percent. The 54 new COVID-19 f…
COVID-19: CT Reports 19 New Deaths; Here's Latest Breakdown By County, Community COVID-19: CT Reports 19 New Deaths; Here's Latest Breakdown By County, Community
Covid-19: CT Reports 19 New Deaths; Here's Latest Breakdown By County, Community The positive COVID-19 infection rate is back to near 2 percent as the state saw less than 1,000 newly confirmed cases in the past 24 hours following a small spike in new cases earlier in the week. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said that there were 46,017 COVID-19 tests administered across the state on Wednesday, Feb. 24, resulting in 975 for a 2.12 percent positivity rate, one of the lowest recorded since mid-November. Ten more COVID-19 patients were discharged from Connecticut hospitals, leaving 485 still being treated. The 19 new virus-related deaths brought the total to 7,614 since th…
COVID-19: Hudson Valley Positive-Test Rate Falls, But Still Second-Highest In State; New Data COVID-19: Hudson Valley Positive-Test Rate Falls, But Still Second-Highest In State; New Data
Covid-19: Hudson Valley Positive-Test Rate Falls, But Still Second-Highest In State; New Data The COVID-19 positive infection rate has dipped below 6 percent in the Hudson Valley for the first time since the post-holiday surge in new cases, though there were nearly two dozen virus-related deaths reported in the region. In the latest data released by the state Department of Health, a total of 1,125 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the Hudson Valley, though the average seven-day infection rate dropped from 6.23 percent to 6.03 percent over the weekend, and down to 5.76 percent as of Tuesday, Feb. 2. The infection rate continues to drop, but is still the second-highest of the state'…
COVID-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Hudson Valley Cases By County COVID-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Hudson Valley Cases By County
Covid-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Hudson Valley Cases By County The number of new COVID-19 cases in the Hudson Valley dropped dramatically as the positive infection rate of those tested for the virus continues to fall. In the latest data released by the state Department of Health, a total of 1,082 new COVID-19 cases were reported, though the average seven-day infection rate dropped from 6.23 percent to 6.03 percent over the weekend.  The statewide average is down to 5.09 percent as of Sunday, Jan. 31 after beginning at 5.27 percent on Friday, Jan. 29 as the state distances itself from the holiday season. Hospitalizations are down slightly, to 933 …
COVID-19: LI Sees 2K-Plus New Cases, Increase In Hospitalizations; Rundown By Community COVID-19: LI Sees 2K-Plus New Cases, Increase In Hospitalizations; Rundown By Community
Covid-19: LI Sees 2K-Plus New Cases, Increase In Hospitalizations; Rundown By Community Long Island continues to be an area of concern for state health officials as the COVID-19 spread continues leading to new infections and hospitalizations are on the rise. More COVID patients were admitted to Long Island hospitals, as the number hit 1,593, representing 0.06 percent of the population, the highest percentage in the state's 10 regions. Currently, 29 percent of the hospital beds in Nassau and Suffolk are still available under the state's seven-day "surge and flex" plan to create additional space for patients. In Suffolk, there were 1,135 new COVID-19 cases confirmed on Monday, J…
COVID-19: Long Island Sees 2.5K-Plus New Cases; Latest Data COVID-19: Long Island Sees 2.5K-Plus New Cases; Latest Data
Covid-19: Long Island Sees 2.5K-Plus New Cases; Latest Data Long Island saw more than 2,500 newly reported COVID-19 cases, according to data released by the New York State Department of Health on Saturday, Jan. 23. Related story - COVID-19: More Contagious 'Super Strain' Now Projected To Be Main Infection Source, CDC Says There were 1,309 new cases in Suffolk County and another 1,198 in Nassau for a total of 2,507. The positive infection rate on Long Island the last three days is as follows. Wednesday, Jan. 20: 7.39 percent Thursday, Jan.21: 7.31 percent Friday, Jan. 22: 7.10 percent There are a total of 1,622 hospitalizations on Long I…
COVID-19: Here's Brand-New Rundown Of New Hudson Valley Cases By County, Latest Data COVID-19: Here's Brand-New Rundown Of New Hudson Valley Cases By County, Latest Data
Covid-19: Here's Brand-New Rundown Of New Hudson Valley Cases By County, Latest Data Despite seeing nearly 2,000 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases in the Hudson Valley, the overall positive infection rate in the region continues to drop after spiking earlier this month following the holiday season. In the Hudson Valley, the positive infection rate dipped from 7.13 percent on Monday, Jan. 18 to 7.0 percent the following day, down to 6.98 percent on Wednesday, Jan. 20, and 6.91 percent on Thursday, Jan. 21. The statewide average is down to 6.15 percent after beginning at 6.34 percent during that time span. Hospitalizations are up slightly, to 1,071 in the Hudson Valley, after h…
COVID-19: Hudson Valley Sees 1.5K-Plus New Cases; Latest Rundown By County COVID-19: Hudson Valley Sees 1.5K-Plus New Cases; Latest Rundown By County
Covid-19: Hudson Valley Sees 1.5K-Plus New Cases; Latest Rundown By County Despite seeing hundreds of newly confirmed COVID-19 cases, the overall positive infection rate in the Hudson Valley is trending in the right direction after spiking earlier this month. In the Hudson Valley, the positive infection rate dipped from 7.37 percent on Saturday, Jan. 16 to 7.25 percent the following day, and down to 7.13 percent on Monday, Jan. 18, while the statewide average is at 6.34 percent, down from 6.45 percent on Saturday. Hospitalizations are up slightly, to 1,061 in the Hudson Valley, after hitting 997 late last week. The number represents 0.04 percent of the region's po…
COVID-19: Long Island Sees 3.1K-Plus New Cases; Latest Data COVID-19: Long Island Sees 3.1K-Plus New Cases; Latest Data
Covid-19: Long Island Sees 3.1K-Plus New Cases; Latest Data Long Island saw more than 3,100 newly reported COVID-19 cases, according to data released by the New York State Department of Health on Saturday, Jan. 16. An additional case of the United Kingdom so-called "Super Strain" variant was identified in Tompkins County. To date, there are 17 known cases of the variant in New York State. Related story - COVID-19: More Contagious 'Super Strain' Now Projected To Be Main Infection Source, CDC Says There were 1,787 new cases in Suffolk County and another 1,409 in Nassau for a total of 3,196. The positive infection rate on Long Island the last th…
COVID-19: Hudson Valley Sees Nearly 2.5K New Cases; Latest Totals By County COVID-19: Hudson Valley Sees Nearly 2.5K New Cases; Latest Totals By County
Covid-19: Hudson Valley Sees Nearly 2.5K New Cases; Latest Totals By County The positive COVID-19 infection rate of those tested in the Hudson Valley continues to trend in the right direction as the region shakes off the post-holiday surge of the virus and looks to move forward. In the past four days, the positive infection rate in the Hudson Valley rose from 7.86 percent on Monday, Jan. 11 to 7.95 percent the following day, then down to 7.81 percent on Wednesday, Jan. 13 before hitting 7.67 percent on Thursday, Jan. 14. Hospitalizations are up slightly, to 997 in the Hudson Valley, after hitting 955 earlier this week. The number represents 0.04 percent of the regi…
COVID-19: Long Island Sees 3.7K-Plus New Cases, Another Increase In Infection Rate; Latest Data COVID-19: Long Island Sees 3.7K-Plus New Cases, Another Increase In Infection Rate; Latest Data
Covid-19: Long Island Sees 3.7K-Plus New Cases, Another Increase In Infection Rate; Latest Data Long Island saw a new increase in the COVID-19 positive infection rate, along with more than 3,700 newly reported cases, according to data released by the New York State Department of Health on Saturday, Jan. 9. There were 2,002 new cases in Suffolk County and another 1,742 in Nassau for a total of 3,744. The positive infection rate on Long Island the last three days is as follows. Wednesday, Jan. 6: 9.51 percent Thursday, Jan. 7: 9.68 percent Friday, Jan. 8:  9.70 percent There are a total of 1,544 hospitalizations on Long Island as of Saturday, with approximately 26 percent of…
COVID-19: Here's Percentage Of Hospital, ICU Beds Available On Long Island COVID-19: Here's Percentage Of Hospital, ICU Beds Available On Long Island
Covid-19: Here's Percentage Of Hospital, ICU Beds Available On Long Island Less than 25 percent of hospital beds are still available on Long Island, though contingencies are in place under the state's COVID-19 surge plan as the number of new infections continues to spike following holiday celebrations. The latest data from the state Department of Health shows that there are currently 1,614 patients currently being treated in Long Island hospitals. That number is the second-highest in the state, behind only Manhattan's 3,107 COVID-19 hospitalizations. Long Island's hospitalization number represents 0.06 percent of the region's population. There are currently 24 per…
COVID-19: CT Positive-Test Rate, Hospitalizations Increase; New Breakdown By County, Community COVID-19: CT Positive-Test Rate, Hospitalizations Increase; New Breakdown By County, Community
Covid-19: CT Positive-Test Rate, Hospitalizations Increase; New Breakdown By County, Community Connecticut saw new increases in both COVID-19 hospitalizations and the positive-test rate, according to data released Tuesday, Jan. 5 by the Connecticut Department of Health. A total of 30,458 tests were administered on Monday, Jan. 4 and 2,332 came back positive (7.66 percent rate). There are now 1,149 patients currently hospitalized statewide with the virus, an increase of 38. There have been 24 additional COVID-related deaths, with the total statewide during the pandemic now at 6,192. For more data, including a rundown of new and total cases by county and community, click here an…
COVID-19: Long Island Sees 3,400-Plus New Cases, Increase In Infection Rate; Totals By County COVID-19: Long Island Sees 3,400-Plus New Cases, Increase In Infection Rate; Totals By County
Covid-19: Long Island Sees 3,400-Plus New Cases, Increase In Infection Rate; Totals By County Long Island saw a new increase in the COVID-19 positive infection rate, along with more than 3,400 new cases, according to data released by the New York State Department of Health on Friday, Jan. 1. There were 1,874 new cases in Suffolk County and another 1,556 in Nassau for a total of 3,430. The positive infection rate on Long Island the last four days is as follows. Monday, Dec. 28: 6.85 percent Tuesday, Dec. 29: 7.49 percent Wednesday, Dec. 30: 8.04 percent Thursday, Dec. 31:8.42 percent There are a total of 1,443 hospitalizations on Long Island as of Friday, Jan. 1 with appr…
COVID-19: Hudson Valley Sees 2,000-Plus New Cases, Increase In Test Rate; New County Breakdown COVID-19: Hudson Valley Sees 2,000-Plus New Cases, Increase In Test Rate; New County Breakdown
Covid-19: Hudson Valley Sees 2,000-Plus New Cases, Increase In Test Rate; New County Breakdown The positive COVID-19 infection rate of those tested in the Hudson Valley has increased slightly, but stayed relatively steady as New York continues combating the "holiday surge" of the virus. In the past three days, the positive infection rate in the Hudson Valley rose from 6.33 percent on Monday, Dec. 28, to 6.68 percent the following day, to 7.09 percent on Wednesday, Dec. 30. Hospitalizations in the Hudson Valley continue to rise, reaching 911 as of Thursday, Dec. 31, representing 0.04 percent of the region's population. Approximately 35 percent of the region's hospital beds are still a…
COVID-19: Numbers Are 'Shocking,' Bellone Says, As Suffolk Infection Rate Tops 12 Percent COVID-19: Numbers Are 'Shocking,' Bellone Says, As Suffolk Infection Rate Tops 12 Percent
Covid-19: Numbers Are 'Shocking,' Bellone Says, As Suffolk Infection Rate Tops 12 Percent The “holiday surge” in COVID-19 infections has hit “shocking” levels that have Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone worried about what could happen in the wake of New Year’s celebrations. In the latest numbers released by the county, Bellone said that the infection rate has jumped to 12.8 percent on Wednesday, Dec. 30 after Long Island saw numbers hovering at or close to 1 percent throughout the summer when the state “flattened the cure.” Related story - COVID-19: Hospitalizations Have Tripled In Nassau County Since Thanksgiving Day, Curran Says Bellone noted that approximately one…
COVID-19: Hudson Valley Sees 1,400-Plus New Cases; Latest Breakdown By County COVID-19: Hudson Valley Sees 1,400-Plus New Cases; Latest Breakdown By County
Covid-19: Hudson Valley Sees 1,400-Plus New Cases; Latest Breakdown By County The Hudson Valley saw a total of 1,402 new COVID-19 infections, according to information released by state health officials on Thursday, Dec. 24. There are currently 785 patients hospitalized with COVID in the Hudson Valley, with 34 percent of hospital beds available in the region's seven counties. The positive testing rates for the last three days in the Hudson Valley are as follows: Monday, Dec. 21: 6.29 percent Tuesday, Dec. 22: 6.31 percent Wednesday, Dec. 23: 6.22 percent Here's a breakdown of newly reported cases in the Hudson Valley: Westchester County, 5…
COVID-19: Long Island Sees 2,350 New Cases; Latest Breakdown By County COVID-19: Long Island Sees 2,350 New Cases; Latest Breakdown By County
Covid-19: Long Island Sees 2,350 New Cases; Latest Breakdown By County Long Island saw a total of 2,350 new COVID-19 infections, according to information released by state health officials on Thursday, Dec. 24. There were 1,330 new COVID-19 cases in Suffolk and 1,020 in Nassau.  There are currently 1,150 patients hospitalized with COVID on Long Island, with 24 percent of hospital beds available in Nassau and Suffolk. The positive testing rates for the last three days on Long Island are as follows: Monday, Dec. 21: 6.51 percent Tuesday, Dec. 22: 6.41 percent Wednesday, Dec. 23: 6.41 percent There were 129 COVID deaths statewide on Wednesday, with 2…
COVID-19: Hudson Valley Sees 1,200-Plus New Cases; Latest Data, Including Positive-Test Rate COVID-19: Hudson Valley Sees 1,200-Plus New Cases; Latest Data, Including Positive-Test Rate
Covid-19: Hudson Valley Sees 1,200-Plus New Cases; Latest Data, Including Positive-Test Rate More than 1,200 new COVID-19 were reported in the Hudson Valley as the region’s positive infection rate continues to rise. On Monday, Dec. 14, a total of 1,219 new COVID-19 cases were being reported in the mid-Hudson region, which continues contending with the second wave of new COVID-19 cases. The number of new cases in the Hudson Valley, by county, according to the state Department of Health on Tuesday, Dec. 15:  Westchester: 560; Dutchess: 192; Rockland: 151; Orange: 136; Ulster: 92; Putnam: 74; Sullivan: 14. A total of 124,536 COVID-19 cases have been confirmed in the Hudson Vall…