Overall, the governor said, inspections over the hot July weekend revealed that almost 95% of employees at restaurants, stores and other businesses were wearing masks. When only those testing negative for the first time are counted, the positive rate was 4.75%.Asked to comment about President Trump ordering agents in camouflage to confront demonstrators in Portland, Oregon — and his threat to send more such to Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, Detroit and other cities — Raimondo called his actions “wrong-headed” and “all part of a political policy of fear-mongering.”Although she gave no indication that Trump plans to order federal agents to Rhode Island, if he did, Raimondo said, “I would use all the tools in my toolbox to oppose it,” including lawsuits.At about 90 minutes, Wednesday’s press conference was one of the longest since her first, on March 1, when the pandemic had yet to to punish Rhode Island.Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted.
G. Wayne Miller Journal Staff Writer gwaynemiller Raimondo said that in those cases, people were not wearing masks and not social distancing.“If you’re doing this, I need you to knock it off because people are getting sick, people are dying,” Raimondo said.The state’s Department of Health said Wednesday it has cited 10 restaurants for failing to comply with regulations meant to stop the spread of the coronavirus.The establishments were issued compliance orders after inspectors witnessed staff and customers not wearing masks, not practicing social distancing, and for not screening patrons for symptoms of COVID-19, the agency said.Many were issued compliance orders because customers were being served while seated at bar areas without the necessary protective barriers in place.Raimondo said the state will be publicly posting lists of non-compliant establishments going forward, and encouraged people to call the state’s tip line if they observe COVID-19 violations.She added that if bars and restaurants don’t fall in line, she’ll be forced to take more drastic measures, including reducing capacity limits.“Consider this almost like a last warning,” Raimondo said.By viewing our video content, you are accepting the terms of our The Department of Health on Wednesday reported one coronavirus-related death and 76 newly diagnosed cases.There were 67 patients with COVID-19 in Rhode Island hospitals on Monday, the most recent date for which data were available, the same as the previous day. “I’m talking to everyone, myself included.” “We’re partying too much,” Raimondo said at a news conference. TO OUR READERS: This content is being provided for free as a public service during the coronavirus outbreak. PROVIDENCE — With the summer progressing and the first day of school approaching, compliance with COVID-19 containment rules remains problematic in some places, Gov.
Sign up for our daily or breaking newsletters to stay informed. New partnerships with Lifespan Laboratories and universities are expected to improve turnaround times, the leaders said.Meanwhile, those who are feeling sick and are awaiting results should stay at home, in isolation from other household members, until their status is known.The governor also asked Rhode Islanders who are in close contact with members of the public to voluntarily be tested — for free — through an application at portal.ri.gov. Rhode Island Gov. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (CBS/AP) — Rhode Island Gov. The Democrat said coronavirus cases are creeping up because people are “partying too much.”Raimondo called Rhode Island’s recent coronavirus numbers “concerning.” On some days there have been more than 100 new cases reported in the small state – and she says the reason behind the uptick is “crystal clear.”Today, I’m announcing that we are extending Phase 3 for another 30 days – through August 28 – with one change: We are lowering the social gathering limit to 15 people. Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo will be live at the Rhode Island State House on Tuesday at 1 PM for her latest coronavirus update. About 2% of the general population recently tested was found to carry the virus, Raimondo said, compared with 3.5% of the young-adult group. “We are all linked together.”Raimondo and Alexander-Scott discussed new efforts to increase the number of people tested daily, from about 3,000 to 5,000, and to speed up the time between when a sample is taken and when test results are available — in many instances now, several days — during which a person essentially is in limbo. Five were in intensive care; three were on ventilators.In addition to the 76 positive tests, 3,706 tests came back negative Tuesday, for a 2.01% positive rate. subscribing to The Providence Journal. "http://www.turnto10.com/category/278586/live-video" Launch Live … Choose the plan that’s right for you.
Gina Raimondo announced Wednesday that her state will now limit social gatherings like backyard barbecues and house parties to 15 people, down from the previous cap of 25.
Among those she and Alexander-Scott suggested be tested are gym and grocery employees, clergy, barbers, restaurant and store employees, childcare workers, bus drivers, and cosmetologists.With the state recording 18,062 known cases and a death toll of 997, the governor said she will order flags flown at half staff and the State House illuminated in red, white and blue when 1,000 coronavirus fatalities have been confirmed.
Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo is expected to detail what “phase three” of reopening Rhode Island’s economy will look like at her press conference … As she did during her last press conference, a week ago, Raimondo singled out the 20-to-29-year-olds as an age group that particularly needs to better follow the rules. All our other phase 3 guidance remains in effect. Please support local journalism by Health officials have traced recent cases back to a house party with over 50 people, a baby shower, a large birthday party at a bar, a pool party and a sports banquet. Digital access or digital and print delivery. That is better than the 7% rate reported a week ago, but not good enough, Raimondo said.“You have to try harder,” she declared, reminding young Rhode Islanders that while they are at low risk of becoming sick, the risk of transmitting COVID-19 to older people in their circles is substantial.“Your right to go out and have fun should not infringe on others’ rights to go back to work and back to school,” Raimondo said.