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Archive for March 29th, 2021

Regulators and Rebels: Activists and developers clash over APA Act

Source: Regulators and Rebels: Activists and developers clash over APA Act

Cleanup continues following rare Vermont tornado

Source: Cleanup continues following rare Vermont tornado

Universal vaccine eligibility opens in N.Y. next week | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Source: Universal vaccine eligibility opens in N.Y. next week | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | New Yorkers 30 and older can now begin to schedule vaccination appointments starting Tuesday, March 30 while younger groups will be eligible starting April 6.

Clinton Co. Sheriff’s Office joins autism awareness effort | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Source: Clinton Co. Sheriff’s Office joins autism awareness effort | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office is joining a national autism awareness effort through April to help raise funds for local support services.

Kid’s imaginations run wild at local program | Sun Community News POINT AU ROCHE | The Point Au Roche State Park is the home of many nature-themed programs and activities. 

Source: Kid’s imaginations run wild at local program | Sun Community News POINT AU ROCHE | The Point Au Roche State Park is the home of many nature themed programs and activities. There is a family program with changing themes offered every Saturday, a guided hike

Governor Andrew Cuomo’s March 29th COVID-19 Update

March 29, 2021. Today, we take a monumental step forward in the fight to beat COVID. Starting tomorrow, March 30, all New Yorkers age 30 or older will be able to be vaccinated, and all New Yorkers age 16 or older will be eligible on April 6, well ahead of the May 1 deadline set […]

Area’s ‘fully vaccinated’ rate 50% higher than statewide | Sun Community News NORTHEASTERN N.Y. | 

Source: Area’s ‘fully vaccinated’ rate 50% higher than statewide | Sun Community News NORTHEASTERN N.Y. | The number of residents of Warren, Essex, Clinton, and Hamilton counties fully vaccinated for COVID-19 has increased fast over the past two weeks, and is now

Traffic stop leads to significant heroin bust | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH – Significant seizure of dangerously mixed heroin and Fentanyl that was headed to Plattsburgh area streets.

Source: Traffic stop leads to significant heroin bust | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | A multi-agency investigation has led to a significant seizure of dangerously mixed heroin and Fentanyl that was headed to Plattsburgh area streets.

Assemblyman Billy Jones: MRTA (Cannabis Law) goes too far

“I have voted to decriminalize cannabis possession in the past, but I believe legalizing recreational cannabis use just goes too far. Many people in the recovery community have reached out to me with their concerns about legalizing cannabis and considering how the pandemic has only exacerbated the opioid crisis in the North Country, I do […]

Want to hike some of the most popular Adirondack trails this summer? You’ll need a reservation | NCPR News

Source: Want to hike some of the most popular Adirondack trails this summer? You’ll need a reservation | NCPR News

COVID-19 Vaccination Opened to Residents 30 and Older – Vaccinations at CCC Beginning April 1

Plattsburgh, March 29, 2021. New York State has opened the eligibility criteria for COVID-19 vaccination to include those 30 years of age and older. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) has appointments available for residents ages 30 and older to receive their COVID-19 vaccination. Additionally, Clinton County residents ages 18-29 with a NYS identified comorbidity, […]

New York residents 16 and older to be eligible for COVID-19 vaccine by April 6

Source: New York residents 16 and older to be eligible for COVID-19 vaccine by April 6

DEC and Adirondack Mountain Reserve to Pilot New Reservation System in 2021

Parking Reservation System Will Increase Public Safety at Crowded Corner on Route 73, Support Safer Access to Trailheads The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Adirondack Mountain Reserve (AMR) today announced the launch of a pilot reservation system that was developed in partnership to provide reliable access and address public safety at […]

City & State Albany Agenda co-sponsored by the Greater New York Hospital Association

Source: City & State Albany Agenda co-sponsored by the Greater New York Hospital Association

Federal Eviction Moratorium Extended 2 Days Before Expiration : NPR

Source: Federal Eviction Moratorium Extended 2 Days Before Expiration : NPR

NYS Announces 30 Years of age and older will be eligible to receive COVID-10 vaccine

From the North County Chamber of Commerce Beginning Tuesday, March 30 at 8 a.m., all New Yorkers 30 years of age and older will be eligible to receive the vaccine. Beginning April 6, universal eligibility goes into effect and all New Yorkers 16 years of age and older will be eligible to receive the vaccine. […]

Post Weekend March 29 Clinton County COVID-19 Report: Positive +58, Deaths 0

Since our 3/26 update, 58 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Want a COVID vaccination, but don’t yet qualify? Get on our “standby” list. This means you could be called during a scheduled clinic when we have extra vaccine. Send an email to health@clintoncountygov.com with the following: • Subject: COVID vaccination standby list […]

ST. VINCENT’S SALE

3028 Main St., Peru   Thursday, April 8 – Saturday, April 10 (9 a.m. to 2 p.m.) Thursday Evening 6 to 8 p.m. Summer/Spring Clothing and Footwear Small Bag – $4 Large Bag – $9

Peru Democrats To Meet

Put on some real pants and pick out your best mask! After a long hiatus, the Peru Democratic Committee will be holding a meeting at 6 pm on Thursday, April 15th, followed by our 2021 Caucus at 7 pm. Both events will be held at Peru Town Hall and will strictly adhere to COVID-conscious guidelines […]

New trails aim to undo mistakes of the past – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: New trails aim to undo mistakes of the past – The Adirondack Almanack

U.S. Is In A Race Between Vaccines And Variants, Says Public Health Expert | Vermont Public Radio

Source: U.S. Is In A Race Between Vaccines And Variants, Says Public Health Expert | Vermont Public Radio

Recreational marijuana in NY: Cuomo, lawmakers release details of legalization plan – syracuse.com

Source: Recreational marijuana in NY: Cuomo, lawmakers release details of legalization plan – syracuse.com