Those looking to have – or hit up – a garage sale this weekend may have a tough time doing so, as they are not permitted during the COVID-19 pandemic.


What You Need To Know

  • Family holding a garage sale in Falconer
  • Garage sales not part of the NYS 'unpause' order
  • State leaders urging people to hold off

Our cameras stopped by one in Falconer on Friday, where organizers say having the June sale is a family tradition.

Some shoppers wore masks and tried to keep their distance, while many did not, as they were rummaging through the items.

State leaders says garage sales don't fall under the state's ‘unpause’ order, and are waiting for further clarification on the issue.

Until then, they say people should use common sense and avoid the potential exposure.

"Strangers into your own yard. And again everyone's touching, exchanging money. You're touching different merchandise. You don't know what's on the merchandise. So, there's just a higher risk there, so I think everybody can hang on just a little bit longer," said Kathy Hochul, (D) lieutenant governor.

"It's very frustrating for, I think, all of the citizens of this county, Western New York, to have to go through and jump through hoops that we've been made to go through," said Angelo Marra, of Falconer.

As for indoor estate sales, county leaders say those are allowed providing organizers are practicing safety guidelines to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.