Covid-19: Gyms, Fitness Centers To Reopen As CT Nears Phase 2
Gyms and fitness centers in Connecticut are among the non-essential businesses that have been given the green light to reopen as the state nears Phase 2 of its reopening plan.
As of Wednesday, June 17, Connecticut will open up approximately 95 percent of the state’s economy, according to Gov. Ned Lamont.
Other industries on track to reopen on June 17 including indoor restaurants, nail salons, hotels, and amusement parks, though they will be under strict restrictions set forth by the state.
The protocols were developed by Lamont, his administration, and the Department of Economic and Commun…
Covid-19: Number Of CT Hospitalizations For Virus Falls Below 250
The number of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) hospitalizations in Connecticut is at the lowest it’s been since March.
As of Friday, June 12, there were 244 people hospitalized with COVID-19, down 23 from the day before.
Since the outbreak began in March, there have been a total of 44,689 (up 228 overnight) confirmed COVID-19 cases, resulting in 4,159 (13 new) deaths.
Of the confirmed COVID-19 cases, 15,561 were in Fairfield County, with 1,374 in Litchfield County.
Connecticut is on track to enter Phase 2 of its economy as of Wednesday, June 17, at which point approximately 95 percent …
Covid-19: These Businesses Will Stay Completely Closed During Phase 2 Of Four-Phase Reopening
Though many businesses are beginning to ramp back up in New York as all regions outside New York City reached Phase 2 of the state’s reopening plan, some will remain closed for at least two more weeks.
During Phase 2, office-based jobs, real estate, barbershops, salons, and expanded retail services are all permitted to reopen under strict restrictions and guidelines mandated by the state.
However, much to the chagrin of some, certain businesses not deemed essential will remain closed through at least the next phase, which is expected to come two weeks after regions entered Phase 2, provided…
Murphy Announces Dates For Stage 2 Of New Jersey's Reopening; More On Gyms, Bars To Come
New Jersey is gearing up to enter the second stage of its economic restart and recovery following the COVID-19 lockdown, officials said Monday.
Beginning Monday, June 15, nonessential retail stores and outdoor dining can reopen, Gov. Phil Murphy said. Salons and barbershops will reopen on Monday, June 22. Gyms and health clubs, also included in Stage 2, will be the next to reopen at reduced capacity, with a hard date to come.
Stage 3 includes expanded dining, critical in-office work, limited entertainment, expanded personal care, bars with limited capacity, expanded gyms with rest…