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Clinton County Health Department’s COVID-19 case updates. As the North County continues to reopen and more residents are returning to work and school, it is important that we continue to practice everyday safety measures. Avoiding gatherings, wearing face coverings, maintaining physical distance (at least 6 feet) from others, and washing our hands frequently is how […]

COVID-19 August 11 Updates DOH Travel Advisory Updates Hawaii and South Dakota were added to the list of states and territories on the Department of Health Travel Advisory list. Alaska, New Mexico, Ohio, and Rhode Island were removed from the list. For more information on the travel advisory, visit this website. To report a violation, visit […]

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School districts have until Friday, August 21st, to submit plans for in-person learning to the Department of Health. Currently, a number of school districts have yet to submit a plan. If they fail to meet the Friday deadline, they will not be allowed to open in person. What is the right plan for your school […]

Source: CVPH nurses hold informational rally | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | A rally held Friday sought to bring awareness to proposed cuts for CVPH staff.

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: Wedding receptions in NY may have more than 50 guests, court rules; happy couple’s last-minute victory – syracuse.com

Here are today’s Clinton County Health Department COVID-19 case updates. Humidity is expected to rise this week. In addition to wearing face coverings, washing hands frequently, and maintaining physical distance (at least 6 feet), stay cool while staying safe with these tips: – Bring water with you and drink plenty of fluids. – Wear lightweight, […]

A message from the North Country Chamber of Commerce website We are pleased to confirm that the Whitehall lock of the Champlain Canal finally opened on Friday for passage, allowing access by boaters to Lake Champlain from the south. Unfortunately, the state’s construction restrictions this past spring as part of the COVID-19 pause, delayed completion […]

Source: States on hook for billions under Trump unemployment plan; Cuomo calls it impossible – syracuse.com

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Source: Amesite brings advanced remote learning to Peru | Sun Community News PERU | Amesite’s remote learning AI software comes to Peru and CVES BOCES.

The infection rate statewide—in every region—is below the established threshold and therefore all school districts are permitted to open this fall. Whether your school will be in-person, remote, or a hybrid model will be determined locally by each individual school district under strict Department of Health guidelines. Every school district was required to submit a […]

Source: Cuomo gives green light to schools | Sun Community News ALBANY | Gov. Andrew Cuomo gave the green light for any school with an approved plan by the Department of Health to reopen in September during a Friday news conference.

Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. Many residents have asked where they can be tested for COVID-19. CVPH is a New York State-designated COVID-19 testing site and offers three locations to receive a COVID–19 screening, depending on your individual needs. For details visit www.cvph.org/Patients-and-Visitors/Patients/COVID-Testing. To find additional COVID-19 testing sites near you visit […]

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: Cuomo: New York schools can reopen this fall following coronavirus shutdown

Taylor Rental, Party Plus has many essential supplies in stock and took the opportunity to share it with local organizations and give back to our community!! On June 19th, they donated 10,000 wipes each (individually wrapped antiseptic wipes) to 10 different organizations and they were very thankful.

Source: PPP Act 2? Why small business owners should wait to apply for loan forgiveness – syracuse.com

Source: How many kids can you put on a school bus during the coronavirus pandemic? Answer elusive – syracuse.com

Source: As UVM move-in looms, testing plan does little to quell Burlington’s concerns – VTDigger

Today is day 159 of the pandemic. This crisis is not over. We need to rely only on science and data. This is not about politics—it’s about science. And the virus will continue to ricochet across this country until we realize that unless we control it everywhere, we won’t control it anywhere. New Yorkers worked […]

Source: Locals feeling the pinch of national change shortage | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | With a national coin shortage sweeping the North Country, local residents and businesses are feeling the impacts firsthands.

“The North Country entered Phase IV over a month ago and it is unacceptable that so many small businesses remain closed due to lack of guidance released from the State. Gyms and fitness centers, bowling alleys, movie theaters, attractions, and other business not yet given guidance are still closed although we have been in the […]