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September 2, 2020. New York State launched an online portal where all registered voters can request an absentee ballot if you are worried about in-person voting due to COVID. There’s no need to wait — you can request an absentee ballot for the November 3rd election today. (Please note that you must already be registered to vote […]

Source: Feds to send rapid COVID tests to Essex Center | Sun Community News Recommendations address COVID outbreak

Source: CVPH details decision to close Wellness Center | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Facing significant financial losses due to COVID-19, CVPH officials recently made the difficult decision to permanently close its Wellness and Fitness Center.

Source: Clarkson, St. Lawrence students sent home to study remotely for COVID-19 violations | NCPR News

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.

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: Essex Center to receive rapid tests | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Turnout massive on 8th night of protest demanding firing of 3 Burlington cops – VTDigger

Source: SUNY Oneonta now reporting 245 active cases of coronavirus; Hartwick College moves classes online – syracuse.com

Source: Saranac Central moves grades 3-12 to indefinite remote learning | Sun Community News SARANAC | As Saranac Central School District’s capital project continues with unexpected delays, officials have decided to further extend remote learning for older student

Fall is a special time in New York State. It is fast approaching, and we want to make sure families and communities can safely enjoy all the season has to offer. Today, new guidance was released on seasonal activities, which include corn mazes, pick-your-own fruit and vegetable operations, hayrides and haunted houses, on how to […]

The North Country Chamber of Commerce advises that Vermont imposes travel limits for Essex, Hamilton counties The state of Vermont has imposed travel restrictions for New York’s Essex and Hamilton counties.   The restrictions were imposed as Essex County contends with its first major outbreak at a nursing home. As of Monday, at least 84 […]

A message from the University of Vermont Health Network CVPH  It is with heavy hearts that we inform you that the CVPH Wellness & Fitness Center will not reopen. The considerable expenses of operating the fitness center, coupled with the suspension in services caused by COVID-19, resulted in an unsustainable set of circumstances. From major […]

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Governor Cuomo today announced new state guidance for agritourism businesses as New York State enters the Fall season. The businesses, which include corn mazes, pick-your-own fruit and vegetable operations, hayrides and haunted houses, are considered low-risk outdoor arts and entertainment and are permitted to operate under New York’s NY Forward guidance. The businesses that can […]

Tuesday, September 1, 2020 Governor Cuomo announced today two additional states—Alaska and Montana—meet the metrics to qualify for New York State’s COVID-19 travel advisory. No areas have been removed. States and Areas Added: Alaska Montana New York State’s infection rate has been below 1 percent for 25 straight days. The number of patients in ICUs […]

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 […]

Source: Rise in coronavirus transmission ‘inevitable’ when schools reopen, Cuomo says – syracuse.com

Source: SUNY faculty union calls for aggressive virus testing | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: How do you bus kids to school in the middle of a pandemic? A look inside one district’s plans – syracuse.com

Source: Killington private party sparks Covid-19 outbreak: 14 cases and counting – VTDigger

It’s been 184 days since New York’s first confirmed COVID case. Yesterday, 66,241 tests were reported with 656 positive — a 0.99% infection rate. The total hospitalizations statewide dropped to 418, the lowest number since this crisis began, and there were 109 New Yorkers in ICUs — also the lowest number recorded. Sadly, we lost […]

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 […]

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: Busting myths about COVID-19 vaccines with a UVM infectious disease expert