About 4,500 volunteers wrangled giant balloons and threw confetti into a crowd excited to see the annual parade in person. Source: New York Times
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In Buffalo, Waiting for the Canadians
By Gotham Rex on November 24, 2021
So far, relaxed travel restrictions between the United States and Canada have not led to a big influx of tourists on either side of the New York-Ontario border. Both sides are waiting, not so patiently. Source: New York Times
Buffalo Officials Reimpose a Mask Mandate as Cases Surge
By Gotham Rex on November 23, 2021
Cases have doubled in Erie County over four weeks, prompting the return of a mask requirement for stores, restaurants, bars, salons, and other public indoor spaces. Source: New York Times
Broadway Play "Clyde's" Will Be Livestreamed
By Gotham Rex on November 23, 2021
The digital experimentation born of the pandemic shutdown is continuing: the final 16 performances of Lynn Nottage’s “Clyde’s” will be streamed, for $59. Source: New York Times
Macy’s Parade Is Back This Thanksgiving, Without Kids on Floats
By Gotham Rex on November 23, 2021
The tradition has been largely restored, but children under 12 years old will not be allowed in the parade — only as spectators. Source: New York Times
Cuomo's Office Undermined Health Department, Top Doctor Testifies
By Gotham Rex on November 22, 2021
The N.Y. Health Department became a “toxic work environment” early in the pandemic, a high-ranking doctor told officials investigating ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Source: New York Times
Assembly Finds ‘Overwhelming Evidence’ Cuomo Engaged in Sexual Harassment
By Gotham Rex on November 22, 2021
The New York State Assembly Judiciary Committee’s findings reinforced an earlier state attorney general’s report on former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo. Source: New York Times
How to Get a Coronavirus Booster Shot in New York City
By Gotham Rex on November 20, 2021
New Yorkers can get coronavirus vaccine booster shots at a number of places, including pop-up vans, churches, local pharmacies and community health clinics. Source: New York Times
C.D.C. Endorses Covid Vaccine Booster Shots for All Adults
By Gotham Rex on November 19, 2021
As infections rise, Americans over 18 will be permitted to get extra doses. But it’s not clear boosters really are needed by so many people, or that the shots will turn back the pandemic. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Assembly Report Contains Grounds for Impeachment, Lawmaker Says
By Gotham Rex on November 19, 2021
A report set to be made public next week sheds new light on the Cuomo administration’s manipulation of nursing home death data and the former governor’s $5.1 million book deal. Source: New York Times
Overdose Deaths Reached Record High as the Pandemic Spread
By Gotham Rex on November 17, 2021
More than 100,000 Americans died from drug overdoses in the yearlong period ending in April, government researchers said. Source: New York Times
New Year’s Eve Will Return to Times Square for Vaccinated Guests
By Gotham Rex on November 16, 2021
The event will return at “full strength” after pared-back festivities last year, Mayor Bill de Blasio said. People will have to show proof that they are fully vaccinated to attend. Source: New York Times
New York's Governor Urges Adults at High Risk to Get Covid Booster
By Gotham Rex on November 16, 2021
Gov. Kathy Hochul encouraged people in areas with a high positivity rate or whose jobs pose a risk to get a booster, but stopped short of issuing new guidelines. Source: New York Times
Cuomo May Have to Forfeit Millions Earned From Pandemic Memoir
By Gotham Rex on November 16, 2021
A New York State ethics panel revoked its approval that allowed Andrew Cuomo to write his book, contending that he broke his promise not to use state resources. Source: New York Times
Fully Vaccinated People to Be Allowed in Times Square for New Year's Eve Festivities
By Gotham Rex on November 16, 2021
The announcement comes as Mayor Bill de Blasio is preparing for his successor, Eric Adams, to take over as the next mayor of New York City. Source: New York Times