Cuomo announces statewide closures of gyms, bars, movie theaters during press conference
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo held a news conference Monday to update the things the state is doing during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Mar 16, 2020, 2:46 PM
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New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo held a news conference Monday. On an earlier media conference call, he, as well as the governors of New Jersey and Connecticut, announced a ban on gatherings over 50 people in all three states.
Casinos, gyms, movie theaters and racetracks will close at 8 p.m. tonight. Bars and restaurants with dine-in service will also close. The ban is until further notice.
All state park fees will be waived.
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