The WYRK team is keeping you as up-to-date as possible in regards to all things COVID-19 both within our WNY community, the state of New York and the country at large.

Free COVID Tests Via Mail Available For New Yorkers Again
If you need a COVID-19 test, you may be able to skip the pharmacy and just look in your mailbox.

Buffalo Distributing More Than $6 Million In COVID Money
These pandemic era funds are being use to help bolster economic recovery, enhance community services, and preserve cultural institutions throughout Buffalo.

COVID Era Isolation and Quarantine Rules Reinstated In New York State
A recent ruling by the New York State Supreme Court has many people worried that some pandemic related government ordered shutdowns maybe on the horizon.

COVID Tests Again Available For Free Due To Rising Infections
Positive infection rates have been increasing at such a rate that the government has decided to take action

How Is Buffalo Going To Spend $60 Million in COVID Money?
Of the $331 Million Buffalo received, there is still plenty of cash laying around

Ontario Health Officials Urges Mask Use As Infections Rise
A huge surge in hospital visits and admissions with people suffering from various respiratory issues is causing medical and governmental officials to potentially reconsider their stance on masking rules in the Canadian Province.

Governor Hochul Sneakily Extends Her Pandemic Powers in New York
The last Executive Order was set to expire this month.

What Does Canada’s COVID Rule Changes Mean For New Yorkers
Canada is making some significant changes to its COVID-19 Travel Rules

Recent COVID-19 Resurgence Is Having A Real Impact On WNY
Multiple people that I know personally have tested positive in the last couple of weeks

Canada Changes Border Crossing Rules for Children
Our neighbors to the north have been gradually adjusting their travel rules over the last few months.

Stringent Mask Mandate Officially Ending In New York State
Last night reports came out that Governor Kathy Hochul was going to end the mask mandate in New York State. Today the announcement was made.

Olympics Quarantine Food So ‘Inedible’ Athletes Are ‘Crying Every Day’
We wouldn't want to eat the food, either.