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Clinton County Sept. 14th COVID-19 Report: Lab-confirmed positive +1, Active +1, Tested +670

Clinton County currently reports one active case of COVID-19. COVID-19 is still present in our community and surrounding areas. Please continue to act responsibly and keep up the good work. Avoid large gatherings, wear a face covering, keep a physical distance of 6 feet from others, and wash your hands frequently.

Clinton County Sept. 11th COVID-19 Report: Active still 0, Tested +440

Clinton County Sept. 10 COVID-19 Report: NO ACTIVE CASES, Recovered +2, Tested +51

Clinton County currently has no active cases of COVID-19, but the risk to residents for COVID-19 infection is not gone. As communities, businesses, and schools reopen, the number of people moving around and interacting with others continues to increase. While there is no way to ensure zero risk of infection, it is important to understand […]

Spirit Airlines halts Plattsburgh flights | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Spirit Airlines halts local flights | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Clinton County Sept. 4th COVID-19 Report: No change except tested +171

Re-opening of Schools in the North Country Plattsburgh, September 4, 2020. As the beginning of the new school year approaches, anxiety about the re-opening of schools is evident and expected. While active cases of COVID-19 have remained relatively low in Clinton County throughout the phased reopening, many residents have expressed concerns about potential outbreaks in […]

Clinton County Health Department Message – Re-opening of Schools in the North Country

Plattsburgh, September 4, 2020. As the beginning of the new school year approaches, anxiety about the re-opening of schools is evident and expected. While active cases of COVID-19 have remained relatively low in Clinton County throughout the phased reopening, many residents have expressed concerns about potential outbreaks in schools when in-person education resumes. As of […]

McMahon: Onondaga County layoffs will start this month as revenues continue to fall – syracuse.com

Source: McMahon: Onondaga County layoffs will start this month as revenues continue to fall – syracuse.com

Clinton County COVID-19 Sept. 3 COVID-19 Report: Lab-confirmed positive +1, Active +1, Tested 249

Here are today’s Clinton County, NY COVID-19 case updates. As the holiday weekend approaches, residents are encouraged to enjoy the beautiful weather safely and responsibly. Social gatherings remain limited to 50 people or less. Continue to avoid large gatherings, physically distance yourself at least 6 feet from others outside of your household, wear a face […]

NYSLRS ANNOUNCES EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION RATES FOR RETIREMENT SYSTEM FOR 2021-22

The New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) today announced employer contribution rates for the State Fiscal Year 2021-22 will increase from 14.6 percent to 16.2 percent of payroll for the Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) and from 24.4 percent to 28.3 percent of payroll for the Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS). NYSLRS is […]

Clinton County Sept. 2 COVID-19 Report: No change except tested +203

Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. Please continue to act responsibly and keep up the good work. Avoid large gatherings, wear a face covering, keep physical distance of 6 feet from others, and wash your hands frequently.

City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Absentee Voting | New York State Board of Elections

Source: Absentee Voting | New York State Board of Elections

Clinton County Sept. 1 COVID-19 Report: No change except tested +255

Here are today’s Clinton County, NY COVID-19 case updates. Q: Where can I get tested for COVID-19? A: To find a test site near you, visit https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/find-test-site-near-you. In addition, CVPH is a NYS designated COVID-19 testing site and now offers three locations to receive a COVID–19 screening, depending on your individual needs. For details visit […]

August 31st Clinton County COVID-19 Report: Active -2, Recovered +2, Tested +759

Here are today’s Clinton County, NY COVID-19 case updates, as well as answers to commonly asked questions from our followers. Q: Why does the number of active cases reported by CCHD fluctuate so much? A: Active cases reflect the number of individuals currently infected with COVID-19. This number can fluctuate as individuals move to the […]

Quick response saves ARC home from fire | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Quick response saves ARC home from fire | Local News | pressrepublican.com

August 28th COVID-19 Report: Lab-conformed positive +3, Probable +1, Active +4, Tested +267

Here are today’s Clinton County, NY COVID-19 case updates. Q: If I travel to a state on the quarantine list, but it is removed from the quarantine list while I am there, do I have to quarantine upon my return to NYS? A: Yes, if a traveler was in a state at any time during […]

Onondaga County executive prepares for up to 250 layoffs – syracuse.com

Source: Onondaga County executive prepares for up to 250 layoffs – syracuse.com

Clinton County August 27th COVID-19 Report: No Change Except Tested +157

Here are today’s Clinton County, NY COVID-19 case updates. This pandemic has been (and continues to be) an extremely stressful time for many people. Fear and anxiety about the COVID-19 virus are common, but even more so are the fear and anxiety related to both the unknowns and uncertainty of our current situation and the […]

Clinton County August 26th COVID-19 Report: Recovered +2, Active -2, Tested +400

Here are today’s Clinton County, NY COVID-19 case updates. Five states have been removed from New York’s travel advisory. Visitors from Alaska, Arizona, Delaware, Maryland and Montana no longer need to quarantine when they arrive in New York. Those who are part-way through a quarantine should continue for the full 14 days, per NYS guidance. […]

Clinton County August 25th COVID-19 Report: Probable +1, Active +1, Tested +82

H ere are today’s Clinton County, NY COVID-19 case updates, as well as answers to commonly asked questions from our followers. Q: Are college students included in case counts reported by CCHD? A: Yes, case counts reported by CCHD include anyone living in Clinton County, NY at the time of their illness (or death). Contact […]

Clinton County August 24th COVID-19 Report: Lab-confirmed positive +3, Recovered +4, Active -1, Tested +854

Clinton County August 21st COVID-19 Update: Lab-confirmed positive +1, Recovered +0, Deaths +1, Tested +170

Plattsburgh, August 21, 2020. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is reporting the death of a Clinton County resident due to COVID-19. This case is linked to the recent Essex Center outbreak and was reported by the Essex County Health Department on the evening of Thursday, August 20, 2020. This is the fifth death due […]

August 20th Clinton County COVID-19 Report: Probable +1, Recovered +1, Active cases +0, Tested +213

Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. Please continue to act responsibly and keep up the good work. Avoid large gatherings, wear a face covering, practice physical distancing, and wash your hands frequently.

Local COVID-19 Report for August 17th: Lab-confirmed positive +4, Recovered +1, Active +3, Tested +695

  Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case count updates. Keep up the good work Clinton County! ✔️ Wear a mask 😷 ✔️ Practice social distancing ✔️ Wash your hands

August 14th Local COVID-19 Report – No change except tested +230

Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. To find hospitalization data for the North Country Region, visit: https://forward.ny.gov/daily-hospitalization-summary-region Note: The next Clinton County COVID-19 case updates will be shared on Monday, August 17.