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Dan Berggren’s August 1st live performance reflects on Adirondack life. – Mountain Lake PBS

Source: Dan Berggren’s live performance reflects on Adirondack life. – Mountain Lake PBS

City & State Coronavirus Update

* New York’s budget crisis means funding consequences for schools, local governments and hospitals, and now that list is growing. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Thursday that the state will postpone a $3 billion environmental bond act that was set to appear on the ballot this November for at least one year. If passed, the Restore […]

New York spent millions on medical equipment that was never used

Source: New York spent millions on medical equipment that was never used

Local COVID-19 Report for July 30th – Active -1, Recovered +1, Tested +129

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 […]

GDP Drops At 32.9% Rate, The Worst U.S. Contraction Ever : Coronavirus Live Updates : NPR

Source: GDP Drops At 32.9% Rate, The Worst U.S. Contraction Ever : Coronavirus Live Updates : NPR

Catholic, private schools in Central NY expect to bring all students back into classrooms every day – syracuse.com

Source: Catholic, private schools in Central NY expect to bring all students back into classrooms every day – syracuse.com

Prison visits to resume | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Prison visits to resume | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Remaining furloughed Plattsburgh city employees will head back to work this week

Source: Remaining furloughed Plattsburgh city employees will head back to work this week

Local July 29th COVID-19 Report – Lab-confirmed positive +1, Probable +1, Active +2, Tested +395

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 […]

Assemblyman Billy Jones’ July 29th COVID-19 Update

COVID-19 July 29 Updates 5 Hour Driving Course Updates Governor Andrew Cuomo announced today that DMV licensed driving schools can now conduct distance learning Pre-Licensing Courses. In order to safely meet the demand for driver training while adhering to social distancing guidelines, the State Department of Motor Vehicles has issued guidance to driving schools allowing them to […]

Governor Andrew Cuomo’s July 29th COVID-19 Report

Today New York took another step to pay forward the kindness that our fellow Americans showed when we were experiencing the worst of the pandemic here. In response to Florida’s current surge in COVID cases, New York sent the City of St. Petersburg thousands of pieces of PPE along with teams to set up a […]

Let’s be careful | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Source: Let’s be careful | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Six Little League umpires quarantined due to Altona party | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Six Little League umpires quarantined due to Altona party | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Nearly all CNY nursing homes still ban visitors because of tough reopening rules – syracuse.com

Source: Nearly all CNY nursing homes still ban visitors because of tough reopening rules – syracuse.com

Local COVID-19 Report for July 28th – Lab-confirmed positive +2, Probable -1, Active-1, Recovered +2, Tested +183

  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 […]

BOE discusses PCSD draft reopening plan

Peru School Board Special Meeting of July 23, 2020. The meeting begins just after the video’s 4-minute mark. The draft reopening plan was discussed. Disregard the school’s incorrect video labels. It is the July 23rd meeting. Click here to view the meeting.   

Local lawmakers to voice support of bowling alley reopenings | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Local lawmakers to voice support of bowling alley reopenings | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Does Your Small Business Need Help with Reopening Expenses? We Can Help!

Thanks to the generosity of Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, the North Country Chamber of Commerce was awarded funding to help reimburse our small businesses for some of their expenses related to equipment and materials needed for re-opening. The grant can reimburse costs you incurred for purchasing: Sanitizer Masks and face shields Special safety-related signage Modifications to […]

Peru School District publishes overview of reopening plan

July 24th – This is an overview of our plan. The finished document will look much different but this is a chance for the public to see some of the planning steps and processes that the Peru Central School District has been working on as a leadership team and the Teachers’ leadership team. The final […]

Scott beefs up virus mask requirements | Sun Community News MONTPELIER | Vermont Gov. Phil Scott announced strengthened mask requirements in public places and congregate settings on July 24.

Effective Friday, Aug. 1, 2020, the amendment requires all Vermonters to wear masks or cloth facial coverings any time it is not possible to maintain a physical distance of at least six feet with others from outside their household. Source: Scott beefs up virus mask requirements | Sun Community News MONTPELIER | Vermont Gov. Phil […]

Fifth Meadowbrook Employee tests positive for COVID | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Meadowbrook broke the news early Monday morning of another positive case.

Source: Fifth Meadowbrook Employee tests positive for COVID | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Meadowbrook broke the news early Monday morning of another positive case.

Governor Andrew Cuomo’s July 27th COVID-19 Report

As an extreme heatwave hits our state, I urge New Yorkers to exercise caution and limit outdoor activity, especially if you are more susceptible to heat-related illness. I also want to stress that even in the heat it is essential to wear a mask outdoors. I know it isn’t comfortable but COVID won’t stop spreading […]

Lost sales, disrupted markets, health worries: A majority of NY farmers negatively impacted by COVID-19 | NCPR News

Source: Lost sales, disrupted markets, health worries: A majority of NY farmers negatively impacted by COVID-19 | NCPR News

Three North Country bars and restaurants charged with NY liquor violations | NCPR News

Source: Three North Country bars and restaurants charged with NY liquor violations | NCPR News

City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update