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December 17, 2021 | Vol. 9, Number 48 | www.ryecityreview.com

Hochul reinstitutes statewide mask mandate Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Friday, Dec. 10, that masks will be required to be worn in all indoor public places unless businesses or venues implement a vaccine requirement. This is a major action to address the winter surge as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations rise statewide—to be in alignment with the CDC’s recommendations for communities with substantial and high transmission. The state health commissioner issued a determination solidifying the requirement. This determination is based on the state’s weekly seven-day case rate as well as increasing hospitalizations. The new business and venue requirements extend to both patrons and staff. This measure is effective Dec. 13 until Jan.

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Sebastian Medina drives past a Scarsdale defender on Dec. 10, 2021. The Garnets fell to the Raiders 63-51 as Scarsdale’s sharp shooting helped them pull away in the second half. For story, see page 16. Photo/Mike

Sebastian Medina drives past a Scarsdale defender on Dec. 10, 2021. The Garnets fell to the Raiders 63-51 as Scarsdale’s sharp shooting helped them pull away in the second half. For story, see page 16. Photo/Mike

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Latimer tests positive for COVID-19 Westchester County Executive George Latimer tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday. The county executive sought out a test after hearing that he was exposed at a community event in Larchmont. Latimer remains at his Rye home

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in isolation. A county spokesperson said that Latimer plans on working remotely for the next 10 days and is believed to be suffering from minor symptoms. Latimer has received both vaccine shots and was planning on getting a

booster shot next month.The county released a statement on Latimer’s behalf saying he “is continuing to carry out the work of the Government from his residence. He is grateful his symptoms are mild thanks to his COVID-19 vaccinations”

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15, 2022, after which the state will re-evaluate based on current conditions. The new measure brings added layers of mitigation during the holidays when more time is spent indoors shopping, gathering and visiting holiday themed destinations. “As Governor, my two top priorities are to protect the health of New Yorkers and to protect the health of our economy. The temporary measures I am taking today will help accomplish this through the holiday season,” Hochul said. “We shouldn’t have reached the point where we are confronted with a winter surge, especially with the vaccine at our disposal, and I share many New Yorkers’ frustration that we are MASK continued on page 9