//Many New York State Restaurants Can Start Outdoor Dining Thursday

Many New York State Restaurants Can Start Outdoor Dining Thursday

Following weeks of calls from restaurant owners and local elected officials, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Wednesday that restaurants in New York state can have outdoor dining in the second phase of reopening. That means seven regions in the state — though not New York City yet — can have outdoor dining starting June 4.

Restaurants offering outdoor dining will have to have tables places six feet apart, require staffers to wear face coverings, and require customers to wear coverings as