Wellsville, neighboring towns forgo Memorial Day parades
Staff reports
Villages and towns in Allegany County have taken a cautious approach to traditional Memorial Day events for a second straight year as COVID-19 restrictions ease in New York state.
The Village of Wellsville is not holding its traditional parade but ceremonies led by American Legion Post 702 will continue at Veterans Memorial Park at 10 a.m.
Mayor Randy Shayler said the decision was made in consultation with the Legion.
“The logic behind that goes back to the Health Department and the governor’s requirements. The decision was made that it doesn’t work this year,” said Shayler.
Steuben County hits new 3-day high for COVID-19 cases
Cities of Hornell, Corning have highest numbers of new cases
Staff reports
BATH Steuben County has eclipsed 500 active COVID-19 cases with 155 residents testing positive for COVID-19 since Saturday, the Steuben County Public Health Department said Monday night.
This brings the total to 2,887 confirmed cases, 530 of which are currently active. The 155 new cases represent the county s highest three-day total since the pandemic began.
“We simply cannot sustain this type of increase in our county, said Public Health Director Darlene Smith. Please reconsider your holiday plans, personal choices, destinations and who you gather with.”