Belmont and other towns across New York are putting proactive measures in place to quell the spread of COVID-19. Disruptions to school, work, and major public gatherings are already manifesting and it’s important to stay up to date on what’s happening in the Belmont, NY community.
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Coronavirus News for Belmont
Belmont Park reopening provides 'glimmer of hope' amid coronavirus - New York Post
Thoroughbred owner Mike Repole won’t be able to be back at Belmont on Wednesday for its delayed opening day, but the significance of horse racing being the first sport to return in New York from ... More info »
New York Post - 05/31/2020 06:52pmCoronavirus: Live horse racing suspended at Aqueduct
new york Coronavirus: Belmont Park worker tests positive, Aqueduct racing suspended Fears of COVID-19 spread have led to most sporting events canceled or postponed. More info »
The Journal News - 03/19/2020 10:13amCoronavirus NY: More than 11,000 fans to be in stands at Belmont Stakes - ABC7 New York
Belmont Stakes: More than 10,000 fans will be in the stands for the first major horse race in New York since the pandemic began -- and officials will use the event to try to promote vaccinations. More info »
abc7NY - 06/04/2021 12:00pmCuomo: New York relaxing rules to allow spectators at Belmont, other racetracks - Newsday
Limited numbers of spectators will be able to watch horses race at Belmont and other racetracks in New York, as the state relaxes coronavirus restrictions starting next week in its gradual attempt ... More info »
Newsday - 04/13/2021 12:00pmCoronavirus News: Belmont worker tests positive for COVID-19, racing suspended - ABC7 New York
The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) announced that live racing at Aqueduct Racetrack will be suspended until further notice after one of their staff members who lives and works at Belmont ... More info »
abc7NY - 03/19/2020 12:00pm