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Four regional counties were allowed to restart the procedures on Wednesday.

He said New York’s North Country and the Central New York regions have met the state’s criteria.

"This is not about government. Government can offer suggestions, advice and guidance."

The Southern Tier region includes Broome, Delaware, Chemung, Tioga, Tompkins, Chenango, Schuyler and Steuben counties.

The Governor said more details will be available on Monday.

Overall, 78% of New York voters — including a majority of Republicans — say they trust Gov. Andrew Cuomo to decide when to reopen their state.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo said 367 people died from the virus Saturday — less than half of the daily number at the height of the outbreak.

"I will tell you, I believe the state has the authority to issue such a thing."

“This is reckless"

The Republican said New York's budget deficit was around $6 billion even before the pandemic started