Gov. Tom Wolf on Monday ordered the closure of all non-essential businesses for at least 14 days in response to the state’s effort to combat the spreading coronavirus.
Businesses that can remain open include:
- Drug stores
- Grocery stores and those that sell household goods
- Gas stations and convenience stores
- Home repair and auto repair stores
- Post offices and shipping outlets
- Banks
- Veterinary clinics and pet stores
- Restaurants and bars can stay open for carry-out, delivery or drive-through dining only
Businesses Wolf is recommending closed includes:
- Community and recreation centers
- Gyms, including yoga/spin/barre facilities
- Hair salons, nail salons and spas
- Casinos, concert venues and theaters
- Retail facilities and malls except for pharmacy or health care facilities within
- Sporting events facilities and golf courses
Liquor stores will begin an orderly closure. Individuals can still buy wine and beer at grocery stores with PLCB licenses
