Friday, November 13, 2020 CHAIRMAN’S PRESS RELEASE   CDC MASK GUIDELINES UPDATED   Earlier this week, the Centers for Disease Control announced revised information that not only do face masks protect others, but also offers a measure of protection against the coronavirus to those wearing them. “How well it protects you from breathing in the virus likely depends on the fabrics … {Read more...}

CHAIRMAN’S PRESS RELEASE GOVERNOR ANNOUNCES RESTRICTIONS AMID SURGE On Wednesday, Governor Cuomo issued new COVID-19 restrictions on bars, restaurants, gyms and residential gatherings in New York State. Meanwhile, in Columbia County, “COVID-19 positive cases in the County continue to mount at a steady rate,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman Murell. On Thursday morning, County Health … {Read more...}

Monday, November 9, 2020 From the Columbia County Board of Supervisors CHAIRMAN’S PRESS RELEASE COUNTY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER ACTIVATED As cases of COVID-19 steadily continue to rise in Columbia County, the county Emergency Operations Center has been activated, said Emergency Management Director David Harrison, Jr., on Monday. At this point, the EOC will be open and monitored … {Read more...}

Friday, November 6, 2020 From the Columbia County Board of Supervisors CHAIRMAN’S PRESS RELEASE NUMBERS POINT TO INCREASING COMMUNITY SPREAD Since Wednesday, 14 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Columbia County, said county Department of Health Director Jack Mabb. “All of the new positive cases have come from the community. That’s the most significant thing about today’s … {Read more...}

Wednesday, November 4, 2020 CHAIRMAN’S PRESS RELEASE MAJOR ONE-DAY SPIKE HITS COUNTY In the largest one-day spike since the pandemic began, 22 new COVID-19 positive cases have been reported in Columbia County, said county Department of Health Director Jack Mabb on Wednesday. Two new cases were reported at Ghent Assisted Living, Ghent, and one from The Grand at Barnwell, Valatie, with … {Read more...}