The Peru Gazette

Plattsburgh – Given the presidential election and the COVID-19 pandemic, many at-risk people are undoubtedly considering casting absentee ballots. Absentee voting is nothing new. It’s been in use for decades, especially by military members and people serving overseas, as well as the sick and disabled. This year all registered voters are eligible to apply for […]

Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. – In case you missed Friday’s Q&A session, watch it here: https://youtu.be/hryfjRP0aeQ. – To find a COVID-19 test site, visit: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/find-test-site-near-you – For hospitalization data for the North Country Region, visit: https://forward.ny.gov/daily-hospitalization-summary-region – For the latest information on the NYS travel advisory, visit https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory – To file […]

Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case counts. CCHD: As many of us are using hand sanitizer more frequently, we want to make you aware of a recent FDA warning on hand sanitizer. The FDA is warning consumers and health care providers that the agency has seen a sharp increase in hand sanitizer products that […]

Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. We’ve received many questions and concerns about the Bass-Masters Elite fishing tournament. Please know: – Prior to entering NYS, the Bass-Masters Elite was required to submit a safety plan, which was approved by the NYS Empire State Development (ESD) Corp. – Due to previous stops in NYS before reaching Clinton […]

  Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case count updates. CCHD would like to thank those individuals who have taken responsibility, contacted, and cooperated with our contact tracing team after attending a recent party. Our individual actions have an impact on the overall community as we work together to stop the spread of COVID-19. We […]

Source: New coronavirus cases in Clinton County linked to party of 150 people in Altona | NCPR News

CCHD: Clinton County currently has 7 active cases of COVID-19. Five of these cases are epi-linked (connected). In addition to travelers and close contacts of known cases, a number of individuals associated with a large gathering on 7/17/20 are also under quarantine. CCHD continues to urge all individuals who were at a party on Memory […]

Plattsburgh, July 24, 2020. Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) has confirmed that three individuals who attended a large gathering in Altona, NY have tested positive for COVID-19. The party took place on the evening of Friday, July 17, 2020, on Memory Lane Way in Altona, NY.  “Anyone who attended this party has potentially been exposed […]

  CCHD – We continue to receive numerous travel-related questions from residents, including many residents asking if they should travel. CCHD does not recommend that individuals travel at this time. COVID-19 cases and deaths have been reported in all 50 states, and the situation is constantly changing. Because travel increases your chances of getting infected […]

  CCHD Message: Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case count updates. We continue to receive many questions about travel restrictions. To view NYS guidance for travel and an up-to-date list of restricted states, visit https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory. Keep up the good work! 💪 Wear a face covering, practice physical distancing, and wash your hands.

Source: Coroner’s Office takes over transportation of decedents | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Note: Clinton County COVID-19 case data reported by NYS differ slightly from data reported by CCHD. The NYS COVID-19 Tracker (found here: https://on.ny.gov/2ZLqPOE) does not include Clinton County residents tested out of state (such as residents who were tested in Vermont but live in Clinton County, NY). All cases reported by CCHD were living in […]

  Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. Temperatures are expected to rise again this weekend–stay cool while staying safe. Wear a face covering, be mindful about maintaining physical distance (6 feet) from others, and wash your hands frequently. Note: The next Clinton County COVID-19 case updates will be shared on Monday, July 20.

  CCHD – Many of our residents have noticed non-compliance with mask or physical distancing requirements within our community. First and foremost, the BEST thing residents can do is consistently practice and model these behaviors themselves. Wear a mask when in public, keep physical distance of at least 6 feet from those outside your household, […]

Source: Nursing home employee tests positive, then negative for COVID-19 | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

CCHD – Though we do not have the ability to respond to every comment or question on social media we have noticed some trends that we hope to be able to clarify for you, our Clinton County residents. – Some labs are taking a particularly long time to report test results. This is not something […]

Have you explored the NY Forward website? Additional NYS reopening guidance is updated often–you can stay informed by exploring their website at https://forward.ny.gov/  

Source: Resident of Cl. Co. Nursing Home tests positive for COVID-19 | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Clinton County Health Department, “Since our last Clinton County COVID-19 case update, Clinton County has seen 3 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases. Please continue to wear face coverings, wash your hands frequently, and maintain physical distance (of at least 6 feet) from others.”

Source: Health officials: Small increases in active COVID-19 cases normal, expected | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. A Heat Advisory is in effect through 7 PM today with a peak occurring between 12-7 PM. Stay cool while staying safe. Continue to wear face coverings, be mindful about maintaining a physical distance of 6 feet from others, and wash your hands frequently. *Clinton County’s next […]