New York issues $15,000 fines to Orthodox Jewish institutions over COVID violations
The religious spaces in Borough Park, the site of protests last week, weren’t shut down because police don’t have the authority.
By Frank Miles | Fox News
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Five Orthodox Jewish institutions in New York City were fined $15,000 for alleged violations of the health code amid the coronavirus pandemic for having more than 10 people inside their religious facilities, according to reports.
The religious spaces in Borough Park, the site of protests last week, weren’t shut down because police don’t have the authority.
New restrictions temporarily limit the size of religious gatherings in the COVID-19 hot spots. The restrictions limit attendance at all houses of worship to 25% capacity, or a maximum of 10 people.
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