NYS Supplied At-Home Test Kits Will Not Arrive Until January Statement from County Executive Ed Day: We were informed today by staff from Governor Kathy Hochul’s Office that the at-home COVID-19 test kits that New York State is distributing will very likely not be delivered to counties until the first week of January. Rockland had previously received just over 13,000 … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Local Update
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Rockland Active Case Numbers Hit 3,463
Statement from County Executive Ed Day, “Don’t Panic.” While our active cases have now surpassed the previous peak of 2,964 that we saw in January of this year, our corresponding hospitalizations (46 confirmed cases as of December 24, 2021) are currently 57% lower than they were in January (107 confirmed cases on January 10, 2021) and 83% lower than they were at their prior … [Read more...] about Rockland Active Case Numbers Hit 3,463
HAPPY HOLIDAYS: IF YOU ARE DRINKING, DO NOT DRIVE
December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month NEW CITY, NY, - The holiday season is here, and now that new health and safety guidelines are in place, travel is once again high on the list for Americans who are ready to reunite with their loved ones for the holidays. According to American Automobile Association (AAA), the majority of people who plan to travel … [Read more...] about HAPPY HOLIDAYS: IF YOU ARE DRINKING, DO NOT DRIVE
Statement from County Executive Ed Day
We have seen this movie before. Again, and despite reassurances from Governor Hochul after she took office that she would not govern via press conference and would foster and welcome discussion with County Executives today we saw a return to the prior Governor’s playbook. While other County Executives from the Mid-Hudson region and I were invited onto a call with the … [Read more...] about Statement from County Executive Ed Day
TIPS TO STAY HEALTHY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
NEW CITY, NY, - Rockland County Executive Ed Day and County Health Commissioner Dr. Patricia Schnabel Ruppert encourage residents to follow these tips for a healthier holiday season: Get your COVID-19 shot! Keep yourself and your family members safe. If you haven't already gotten your COVID-19 vaccine, are eligible for an additional (third) … [Read more...] about TIPS TO STAY HEALTHY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!