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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

Local COVID-19 Report for July 27th – Lab-Confirmed positive +3, Probable +2, Total +5, Recovered +4, Active +1

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 […]

Marlins-Orioles game canceled due to COVID-19 outbreak resulting in at least 14 cases, per reports – CBSSports.com

Source: Marlins-Orioles game canceled due to COVID-19 outbreak resulting in at least 14 cases, per reports – CBSSports.com

CNY radio host whose mom died of coronavirus warns: Not wearing a mask is ‘a license to kill’ – syracuse.com

Source: CNY radio host whose mom died of coronavirus warns: Not wearing a mask is ‘a license to kill’ – syracuse.com

NY has just 3 coronavirus deaths in one day: ‘Don’t get cocky,’ Cuomo says – syracuse.com

Source: NY has just 3 coronavirus deaths in one day: ‘Don’t get cocky,’ Cuomo says – syracuse.com

As districts release reopening plans, some school officials are uneasy – VTDigger

Source: As districts release reopening plans, some school officials are uneasy – VTDigger

State Liquor Authority cites eighty-four establishments cited including one in Plattsburgh

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the multi-agency task force to combat violations of coronavirus-related regulations at bars and restaurants conducted nearly 1,100 compliance checks between July 21 and July 23, documenting violations at 84 establishments. The task force is led by State Liquor Authority Chairman Vincent Bradley and State Police Lieutenant Colonel Dominick Chiumento. Businesses found […]

Governor Andrew Cuomo’s July 24th COVID-19 Report

We continue to make progress against the virus—yesterday, hospitalizations were at the lowest level since March 18th and there were 156 patients in ICUs, the lowest since March 16th. As we enter the weekend, once again I remind all New Yorkers to act responsibly. Avoid parties and crowds. Wear a mask. Set an example for […]

Meadowbrook announces COVID-positive staff member | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Meadowbrook Healthcare reported that a fourth employee has tested positive for the virus.

Source: Meadowbrook announces COVID-positive staff member | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Meadowbrook Healthcare reported that a fourth employee has tested positive for the virus.

Potential COVID-19 Exposure Notification 

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 […]

Local COVID-19 Report for July 24th – Lab-confirmed positive +2, Probable +1, Recovered +1, Active +2, Tested +285

  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 […]