Since September, the department has required all employees to provide proof of vaccination. Source: New York Times
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Most Broadway Theaters Will Drop Vaccine Checks, but Not Mask Mandate
By Gotham Rex on April 15, 2022
The owners and operators of the 41 theaters have decided to relax audience safety protocols that have been in place since last summer. Source: New York Times
The N.Y.C. Restaurants Still Requiring Proof of Vaccination
By Gotham Rex on March 9, 2022
Though the city dropped its rule, several restaurants are asking indoor diners for proof of vaccination. One of them drew protesters. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Restaurants Cheer the Lifting of an Indoor Vaccine Mandate
By Gotham Rex on March 6, 2022
Starting Monday the city will no longer require patrons in restaurants, bars and gyms and other places indoors to show proof of vaccination, part of a rollback that includes lifting the mask requirement in public schools. Source: New York Times
NYC Ends Pandemic Mandates Despite Concerns That It Is Moving Too Quickly
By Gotham Rex on March 4, 2022
Masks will no longer be required in public schools and proof-of- vaccination is no longer required for many indoor activities. Source: New York Times
New York City Is Rolling Back Pandemic Restrictions. Is It Too Soon?
By Gotham Rex on February 28, 2022
Mayor Eric Adams plans to end certain mask and vaccine mandates in hopes of restoring a sense of normalcy. Some health experts think he should wait. Source: New York Times
CEO of Brooklyn Brewery Opposes Vaccine Mandate, Causing Backlash
By Gotham Rex on February 17, 2022
The C.E.O. and co-founder of Three’s Brewing, a well-regarded brewery, described the mandates as a “crime against humanity” and drew comparisons to Nazi Germany. Source: New York Times
Where You Need to Wear A Mask (or Don't) in NYC
By Gotham Rex on February 17, 2022
Though some rules have been rolled back, in New York City, you still need to wear masks on public transportation, at the theater, in schools and elsewhere. Here’s an overview. Source: New York Times
Inside Gov. Hochul’s Decision to Lift ‘Mask or Vax’ Rule in New York
By Gotham Rex on February 9, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s announcement, expected on Wednesday, comes after she has been satisfied with trend lines on hospital capacity and positivity rates. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Reacts to New Mask-or-Vaccine Mandate: ‘Most People, They Understand'
By Gotham Rex on December 13, 2021
The mandate, which requires businesses to ask customers for proof of full vaccination or enforce mask-wearing, comes as the state grapples with the threat of a winter surge in coronavirus cases. Source: New York Times
Tourists Who Fought With Carmine's Hostess Plead Not Guilty
By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2021
Three Texas tourists were arraigned on assault and harassment charges, weeks after an altercation at an Upper West Side restaurant drew widespread attention. Source: New York Times
Footage Reveals New Details in Tourist Melee at N.Y.C. Restaurant
By Gotham Rex on September 18, 2021
Three Black women from Texas were arrested, but a lawyer for one called it “mutual combat” after they were called a racial slur. Source: New York Times
Carmine's Hostess Is Attacked by Tourists Over Vaccine Requirement, Police Say
By Gotham Rex on September 17, 2021
Enforcement of a city policy requiring proof of vaccination to dine indoors began Monday. Days later, a hostess at Carmine’s was assaulted after asking three women for their vaccine cards, the police said. Source: New York Times
Electric Zoo Music Festival: Officials Connect 16 Covid Cases to Event
By Gotham Rex on September 16, 2021
New York City’s health commissioner is urging all who attended to get tested immediately. Source: New York Times
Virus Fears Prompt a Major New York Theater to Postpone Its Return
By Gotham Rex on August 20, 2021
As the Delta variant spreads, Signature Theater delayed its planned October opening of “Infinite Life,” a new play by Annie Baker. Source: New York Times