Category Archives: COVID-19

Covid Cluster Area of Orange County Identified

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a new cluster action initiative to address COVID-19 hot spots that have cropped up in Brooklyn, Queens, and Broome, Orange and Rockland Counties. Working with the top public health experts, New York State developed a science-based approach to attack these clusters and stop any further spread of the virus, […]

Governor Cuomo Updates Travel Advisory List

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced he will meet with Orthodox Jewish leaders to address COVID-19 clusters in communities downstate. The governor also announced that Colorado has been added to New York State’s COVID-19 travel advisory. Arizona, Illinois and Virginia have been removed. The advisory requires individuals who have traveled to New York from areas with significant […]

Mid-Hudson ESD Office: COVID Updates & Resources as of 7.21.2020

“As infection rates increase in 41 other states, our numbers continue to steadily decline, thanks to the hard work of New Yorkers and our incremental, data-driven opening. Yesterday, we had our lowest death toll since the pandemic began – and with no fatalities in New York City. While today’s numbers are encouraging, we must remain […]

Business Interrupted: SBA, Treasury Issue Guidance on PPP Flexibility, New Application Form for Borrowers

The Small Business Administration and Treasury Department late Wednesday released an interim final rule to reflect changes made by H.R. 7010, the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act. SBA also published updated, streamlined application forms for borrowers and lenders to use for loans made on or after June 5, 2020. The interim final rule codifies several changes […]