Coronavirus CT: Positive Cases Rise, Schools Closing: Patch PM

Gov. Lamont just conducted a news conference to update Connecticut residents on all the new developments concerning the coronavirus. Here is a review of all of the breaking news stories from today:

Coronavirus In CT: State To Waive 180-Day Requirement For Schools; Confirmed Positive Cases Increases To 6: New Details

The governor's action clears the way for schools to close for as long as necessary. Meanwhile, a child has been confirmed to have the virus, officials said Thursday. Gov. Lamont also issued several other executive orders to try and help prevent the spread of the new coronavirus.>>>Read More.

1st Coronavirus Case Involving A Child: Over 300 Asked To Self-Monitor For 2 Weeks

All students and staff at this school in Connecticut are being asked to remain home and monitor their health after a student was diagnosed with COVID-19.>>>Read More.

Coronavirus School Closings In CT: Updated List As Of 3:45 p.m. Thursday

Here are the schools and colleges that announced closings and or moving to online classes because of the new coronavirus.>>>Read More.

Coronavirus CT: Fourth Resident Tests Positive For Virus Thursday

This is the fourth confirmed case in Connecticut.>>>Read More.

Coronavirus Connecticut: 5th Case Confirmed In CT Thursday

Anyone considered to be a close contact of the person diagnosed with the virus will be notified by health officials.>>>Read more.

Coronavirus: Hospital Patient Tests Positive For Virus Thursday

A patient cared for in the hospital emergency department has tested positive for the new Coronavirus, hospital officials said Thursday.>>>Read More.

Coronavirus CT: How Small Businesses Can Survive The Outbreak

Gov. Ned Lamont, and every credible health source, local to federal, says stay home from work when you're ill. Small businesses are worried.>>>Read More.

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