Dancing, Weddings, Special Events to Resume in NY State

Tuesday, 23 February 2021 05:30

By Tami Jeanneret

Feeling Footloose? Pretty soon you will be able to dance again in New York State.

Governor Andrew Cuomo making another announcement yesterday updating and clarifying rules around weddings.

Wedding and special events can resume starting March 15th.

Under the new regulations, masks must be worn at all times except when seated or eating or drinking.

Ceremonial and socially-distanced dancing will be allowed under strict guidelines.

All patrons must be tested for COVID prior to the event.

The governor says they are also working to develop a rapid testing program to help venues.

More from Local News

'The Bully of Weather is Here': Meteorologist

Environment Canada says this winter weather isn't leaving
NRP Arrest 3 in 2 Drug Busts

Police finding more fentanyl, and other drugs in St. Catharines homes
Marineland Presents "Rescue Solution" to Ottawa

It would like to relocate 30 belugas and four dolphins to aquariums in the United States.
Bravo to Snow Plow Drivers: City

Niagara Falls city councillors passing along mostly praise from residents
Review of Welland Standoff On-Going

Welland's Mayor releasing a statement concerning what happened last month on Second Street
Truck Found Without Tires, Driver Charged

Police stopped it on the QEW this morning
Medical Episode Possible Cause of Crash

Police were called to a head on collision this morning in Niagara Falls, one person dead
More Charges Laid in Smithville Murder

Police adding child porn related charges against West Lincoln man