Created: January 29, 2021 06:08 PM
Gov. Cuomo on Friday announced the state is loosening restrictions on wedding receptions. Receptions may now host up to 50% capacity, or 150 guests, whichever is smaller.
The new regulations will also require all guests to produce negative test results before attending.
The governor said testing is the key to re-opening events across the state.
Weddings may resume at this capacity starting March 15.
This comes as good news to local event planners and venues, who have all taken a hit during the pandemic.
NewsChannel 13 spoke to officials at Franklin Plaza in Troy Friday afternoon.
Michael Cocca, CEO of Franklin Hospitality Group, said business dropped 80-90% between their three locations last year.