While Amtrak continues to operate across the nation, we have adjusted some services due to significantly reduced demand in key markets. The most up-to-date schedules are available when booking your trip on Amtrak.com and in the mobile app. Service modifications are as follows: Operating on a reduced schedule: Northeast Corridor: Operating Northeast Regional trains only, at 40% […]readmore
Like so many others in Rhode Island and around the world COVID-19 has touched my family.I have learned that a relative has tested positive for the virus and is being treated in a local hospital; and following the direction of our family physician, my family is self-isolating for the next 14 days. We have no […]readmore
VOA News By Margaret Besheer NEW YORK – With 8.6 million residents cooped up at home indefinitely, New York City’s health department has offered graphic guidance on safe sex practices during the coronavirus pandemic. “You are your safest sex partner,” the 2-page document says. It then encourages individuals to wash their hands and any pleasure devices […]readmore
VOA News By Steve Herman WHITE HOUSE – The United States is moving to further isolate itself from the world amid the global coronavirus pandemic. The U.S. borders with Canada and Mexico will close to nonessential travelers from midnight on Saturday. «All of those measures that we’re putting in place will protect the health […]readmore
VOA News By Ardita Dunellari As major cities in the United States and around the world roll out strict measures to control the spread of coronavirus, public health experts warn that a couple of weeks of self-isolation will not solve the problem and say the public needs to prepare for extended restrictions in response to the […]readmore
VOA News By Elizabeth Lee LOS ANGELES – California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an order Thursday night for all residents in the most populous state in the U.S. to stay home until further notice. In Los Angeles, a city infamous for its congested roads, traffic is now light. Playgrounds are empty, and restaurants are only open […]readmore
By VOA News The U.S. has extended the deadline for the 2020 census count by two weeks in response to the coronavirus pandemic, just days after the government suspended census field operations for two weeks as well. The decennial counting of everyone in the U.S. helps determine congressional representation in the 50 U.S. states, and it […]readmore
VOA News By Deborah Block ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA – Restaurant owner Jim Nicopoulos stands behind the carryout counter waiting on customer Jose Telorio at Primo Restaurant in Alexandria, Virginia. He’s usually in the dining area shaking hands with customers or hugging those he’s known for years. Now, he hopes his regulars will keep his business going a […]readmore