As more institutions enact COVID-19 vaccination mandates, Catholic leaders find themselves answering questions from parishioners about whether or not they can claim a religious exemption from getting the jab.
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Lawmakers Respond to Cuomo Resignation, Hochul to Become New York’s First Female Governor
Lawmakers in Congress and in state government reacted to the resignation announcement by Andrew Cuomo, the three-term New York governor who is enmeshed in a sex abuse scandal.
Cuomo Resigns, But Maintains No ‘Credible Factual Basis’ To Claims
Andrew Cuomo, the three-term New York governor enmeshed in a sex abuse scandal, announced his resignation from office, citing his desire to avoid being “a distraction” as the state continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cuomo Top Aide Resigns, Accuser Speaks Out, As Impeachment Looms
The walls appear to be closing in on Gov. Andrew Cuomo. In a fast-moving series of developments since the Aug. 3 release of Attorney General Letitia James’ report detailing allegations of sexual harassment committed by Cuomo, the New York State Legislature moved closer to impeaching the governor as calls by lawmakers for his resignation increased.
Knights Name 2021 International Family of Year, Honor Five Local Councils
The Knights of Columbus named the Steciak family of Rembieszyce, Poland, as the organization’s 2021 International Family of the Year.
‘Something Needs to be Done’ About Gun Violence in NY
Whoever succeeds current Mayor Bill de Blasio should know that the city’s future depends on public safety, said Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio of the Diocese of Brooklyn.
Federal Judge Blocks Texas Order Stopping Transportation of Migrants
A federal judge Aug. 3 temporarily blocked an order issued by the governor of Texas to halt transportation of migrants by anyone other than local or federal authorities following an incident involving a Catholic nonprofit.
How McCarrick Was Charged 50 Years After Alleged Crime
A specific aspect of the statute of limitations on criminal charges in Massachusetts allowed ex-Cardinal Theodore McCarrick’s accuser to pursue charges for an alleged sexual assault nearly 50 years ago.
St. Joseph’s College Ranks No. 2 in Latest ‘Best for Vets’ College Survey
St. Joseph’s College has been ranked second in the Northeast & Islands region on the Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” 2021 list — the Catholic college’s highest ranking to date.
New National Catholic Educational Association President Optimistic Ahead of New School Year
Less than a week after becoming the new president and CEO of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), Lincoln Snyder was already thinking about the next school year, which will begin in less than two months.