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Gov. Andrew Cuomo is exploring the possibility of using hotels as makeshift hospitals.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo is exploring the possibility of using hotels as makeshift hospitals. (Courtesy of Tim Lee)

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NYC Hotels May Become Hospitals To Cope With Coronavirus

Gov. Andrew Cuomo floated the idea during a conference call with representatives of hotel chains.

Mayor Gets Last Workout At Park Slope YMCA Before Gym Closures

The mayor's visit unfolded as Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced all gyms will be closed Monday at 8 p.m. to limit the spread of coronavirus.

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Businesses Ordered Closed In NY, NJ And CT To Combat Coronavirus

Restaurants and bars can continue to provide take-out, but premises will be closed to the public, Gov. Cuomo said Monday.

Coronavirus In NYC: What's Happened And What You Need To Know

A roundup of essential information for New Yorkers as the city deals with the coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: With NYC School Closures, Parents Of Special Ed Students Fear Service Lapses

Alex Laughlin is among the many parents of NYC special education students who said they fear their kids won't get their mandated services.

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