Archive for 'County Government News'
Government Center Entrance Area Looking Good – August 12, 2023
Posted: August 12th, 2023 under County Government News, Northern NY News.
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DMV’s new tool makes non-driver ID a ‘one and done’ visit
Online prescreening prepares customers for DMV visit. “Non-driver IDs are extremely helpful forms of identification for all kinds of people in New York State who do not drive, and now we are making it even easier to get one,” said DMV Commissioner Mark J.F. Schroeder. Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: August 11th, 2023 under County Government News, General News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Grant monies available to address opioid prevention and recovery programs
The Clinton County Community Services Board is awarding over $400,000 in Opioid Settlement Funding to address prevention programs and recovery programs in our community. These funds originate through state aid/regional funding allocation from the NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) and direct funding to the County from the NYS Office of the Attorney […]
Posted: August 3rd, 2023 under Community Events, County Government News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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NYS Board of Elections certifies controversial touch screen voting machines
The story includes a statement that individual counties can choose whether or not to buy the machines Opponents, including some leading government reform groups, say the decision is “bad for voters” and that the machines don’t leave a verified paper trail and are potentially vulnerable to cyberattacks. Click here for the NCPR story
Posted: August 3rd, 2023 under Corruption in Gov't., County Government News, General News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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Clinton County Government Center maintenence issues
Your editor visited the Clinton County Government Center this morning. The Government Center looks great from a distance; however, the entrance area could use a little more tender-loving maintenance care. It should be a County showpiece!
Posted: August 1st, 2023 under County Government News, Northern NY News.
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Are Your School-Aged Children Up-To-Date on Required Vaccinations for the Upcoming School Year?
Another school year is fast approaching and the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) reminds residents that all children must be age-appropriately immunized to attend school in NYS. “We saw a number of children fall behind in required vaccinations and well-child visits due to the recent pandemic,” explained Nichole Louis, Supervising Public Health Nurse in the […]
Posted: July 25th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, County Government News, Education News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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New York flooding: Gov.Hochul expands emergency declaration to Clinton, Essex counties
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Posted: July 10th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, County Government News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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State bridges, culverts receive $516M for rehab or replacement
BRIDGE NY funding makes communities more resilient to the impacts of climate change Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: July 7th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, County Government News, Highway Dept. News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Road work planned throughout Clinton Co. in 2023
Drivers may experience delays while work is underway Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: June 21st, 2023 under County Government News, Highway Dept. News, Northern NY News.
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Assemblyman Billy Jones: Franklin County Land Claim agreement passes State Legislature
From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones After New York State and Franklin County reached an agreement over a week ago on the Franklin County Land Claim issue, the New York State Legislature passed legislation (A7759/S7566) to finalize the negotiations. This bill was sponsored by Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) and Senator Tim Kennedy (D-Buffalo). […]
Posted: June 13th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, County Government News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Assemblyman Billy Jones: Franklin County reaches agreement with New York State regarding Land Claim
After decades-long negotiations, Franklin County has reached an agreement with New York State regarding Land Claim issues and the St. Regis Mohawk Reservation. The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe first filed a lawsuit in the 1980s against New York State regarding land purchased from the reservation by the State in the early 19th century. In 2022, […]
Posted: June 5th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Border News, County Government News, Law Enforcement News, Opinion, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Register to vote or update your voter information online
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Posted: June 3rd, 2023 under County Government News, Political News, State Government News.
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Clinton County Sheriff’s Department files to dismiss discrimination lawsuit
The Clinton County Sheriff’s Department claims a lawsuit filed by a former corrections officer is “untimely” and “unjustifiable” Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: June 1st, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, County Government News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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Clinton Co. Family Court Judge race underway, Republicans announce candidate
“The Republican Committee was the first to announce their official endorsement of a candidate, with Hilary Rogers, who is currently serving as the Chief Assistant Public Defender at the Clinton County Public Defender’s office, being their pick.” Click here for the Press-Republican story
Posted: May 23rd, 2023 under County Government News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Political News.
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Medicaid is about to get more expensive for counties in NY
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Posted: May 10th, 2023 under County Government News, Heathcare News, Peru/Regional History, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News, Statewide News.
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FEATURED 71 Clinton Co. properties headed to foreclosure auction
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Posted: May 10th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, County Government News, Northern NY News.
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Champlain Centre’s Mall Walker program returns with a new name
Senior Planet and Clinton County Health Dept. grow the program Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: May 10th, 2023 under Business News, County Government News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Recreation opportunities, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Clinton Community College is looking impressive
Even if you don’t have the time to see the beautiful Lake Champlain views, visiting Clinton Community College is a great stop. Our county leaders improved the appearance of the George Moore Academic and Administration building. In addition, the Institute of Advanced Manufacturing, the Ronald B. Stafford Science Building, and the William H. Forrence Health […]
Posted: May 7th, 2023 under County Government News, Education News, Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Upstate New York.
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Zurlo: State Budget ‘undermines’ counties
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Posted: May 5th, 2023 under County Government News, Northern NY News, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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28 Onondaga County Community College faculty members take college’s early-retirement incentive
Clinton Community College is not the only struggling community college Click here for the Syracuse.com story
Posted: April 27th, 2023 under County Government News, Education News, Upstate New York.
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Make Everyday Earth Day with a Green Cone Solar Digester
Clinton County, April 20, 2023. In recognition of Earth Day 2023, the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) and Casella Waste Management at the Clinton County Solid Waste & Recycling Facility would like to remind residents that green cone solar digesters are available for purchase. By using the sun’s energy and tapping into the surrounding […]
Posted: April 20th, 2023 under County Government News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Local counties to offer online civil service exams for correction officers
Clinton, Franklin and Warren counties among the 40 now offering online exams to boost recruitment Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: April 19th, 2023 under County Government News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Clinton Community College union votes no confidence in college president Kowal
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Posted: April 18th, 2023 under County Government News, Education News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Clinton Commuity College posts several job openings
NOW HIRING Forward-thinking, dynamic individuals wanted to join CCC! We have immediate openings for the following exciting roles: Director of Financial Aid Director of Admissions Admissions Advisor Administrative Assistant (Financial Aid/Admissions Office) Associate Director for Institutional Advancement Advanced Manufacturing Student Support & Lab Coordinator Assistant Director of College Relations Co-Coordinator for Higher Education for the […]
Posted: April 4th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, County Government News, Education News, Northern NY News.
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Keeseville’s Villa Motel management reacts to recent fatal incidents
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Posted: March 29th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, County Government News, Northern NY News.
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