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New York COVID-19 Cases

New York New Coronavirus Cases: 338
New York Total Coronavirus Cases: 7,028,688
New York New Coronavirus Deaths: 2
New York Total Coronavirus Deaths: 77,685
U.S. New Coronavirus Cases: 1,648
U.S. Total Coronavirus Cases: 107,184,620
U.S. New Coronavirus Deaths: 8
U.S. Total Coronavirus Deaths: 1,166,662
Last updated June 10, 2023
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Coronavirus News for Dunkirk

Could the NRG plant in Dunkirk become a nuclear power plant?

Gov. Hochul wants the New York Power Authority to develop a nuclear power plant somewhere in upstate NY, and Sen. Borrello believes the mothballed NRG plant in Dunkirk would be the perfect location. More info »

WKBW - 06/23/2025 01:38pm

State eyeing nuclear plant for upstate; Borrello wants it in Dunkirk

Gov. Kathy Hochul has directed the New York Power Authority (NYPA) to develop and construct a zero-emission advanced nuclear power plant in Upstate New York to support a reliable and affordable ... More info »

Observer Today - 06/23/2025 04:15am

Lockdown for Dunkirk, other areas under watch as French COVID-19 cases spike - Reuters

France's government on Wednesday ordered a weekend lockdown in the Dunkirk area to arrest an "alarming" rise in COVID-19 cases, signalling extra curbs might also be needed elsewhere as daily cases ... More info »

Reuters - 02/23/2021 10:00am

Coronavirus Testing Site Ready To Open In Dunkirk

The Fireman's Grounds on Brigham Road, Dunkirk is the site of the Western New York COVID-19 testing site. The testing is done in the facility. Photo by Jo Ward The testing site for COVID-19 is taking ... More info »

The Post-Journal - 08/29/2020 12:07am

Dunkirk moves date for National Night Out due to COVID-19

National Night Out observances are traditionally held each year on the first Tuesday in August; however, it is now planned for August 25 in the City of Dunkirk. More info »

WGRZ - 07/22/2020 03:29am

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