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How not to burst your social bubble

Patti Ghezzi knows the risks posed by the pandemic.  She also knows that her 14-year-old daughter thrives in the company of her friends. So Ghezzi and her family did something many other Americans have attempted: They became part of a “pod,” or “social bubble,” with two other Atlanta families. All […]

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SBA, Treasury announce new round of PPP loans

The U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA,) in consultation with the U.S. Treasury Department, announced on Jan. 8 that the Paycheck Protection Program, PPP, will re-open the week of Jan. 11 for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers.  To promote access to capital, initially only community financial institutions will be […]

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COVID-19 rental assistance extended to February

The deadline for renters to apply for help under the New York State COVID Rent Relief Program has been extended to Feb. 1, 2021 and eligibility has been expanded. The program provides eligible households with a one-time rental subsidy that will be sent directly to the household’s landlord.  Applicants will […]