Steuben County s 4-day average of COVID-19 cases encouraging
County notes decline in new cases, has just over 500 active cases
Staff reports
BATH Steuben County s rate of new COVID-19 cases continued to slow in recent days.
The Steuben County Public Health Department reported Tuesday that 109 Steuben County residents tested positive for COVID-19 since Friday s update. At times during the pandemic, the county has added over 100 cases per day.
“This four day average of cases is very encouraging,” said Public Health Director Darlene Smith. “However, many case investigations over the weekend noted individuals that continued to work or socialize while symptomatic. Please continue to be diligent in efforts to slow the spread. If feeling unwell, be mindful about getting tested and not going to social gatherings, work, or other public locations where the spread could continue.”
Accident sparks crosswalk concerns at Northern Lights in Wellsville
Company COO brings safety requests before town board
The Wellsville Daily Reporter
WELLSVILLE Northern Lights Candles is taking action to protect employees after an accident last week on state Route 417.
Last Wednesday around 7 a.m., two employees crossing in both directions were struck by a vehicle traveling the Andover Road. One suffered a broken leg, the other minor injuries. Both were transported to Jones Memorial Hospital.
While the employees recover from the accident, Northern Lights COO Amy Bennett visited this week’s Wellsville town board meeting to explore what steps can be taken to mitigate the danger of pedestrian accidents.