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Source: Covid vaccine mandate for kids is ‘an option,’ Hochul says – syracuse.com

Since our 9/7 update, 14 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD strongly recommends that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, return to mask wearing in indoor public places and crowded outdoor settings. CCHD also urges residents to stay home and seek medical care and testing if they are experiencing any symptoms consistent with […]

Source: Clinton County DMV closes due to COVID exposure | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

“This is what makes getting vaccinated and layering protections so important. These are actions that break the chain of transmission and limits COVID-19 proliferation that allows for the virus to mutate into something that could be more dangerous.” Source: New ‘mu’ variant of Covid found in 49 states; may be more contagious than delta – […]

Source: 5 Upstate NY counties seeing highest Covid case rates; most of state in red zone – syracuse.com

Since our 9/3 update, 61 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD strongly recommends that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, return to mask wearing in indoor public places and crowded outdoor settings. CCHD also recommends residents avoid large gatherings. If residents have attended a large gathering they should monitor for symptoms and mask […]

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce New York will not pay to extend COVID-19 unemployment benefits for the 1.6 million state residents receiving them when the related federal programs expire at the end of Sunday, Gov. Kathy Hochul said. Speaking at an unrelated press conference in Manhattan, Hochul claimed to have her hands tied by […]

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce The North Country Chamber of Commerce is pleased to report that nearly $3 million in Shuttered Venue Operator Grant (SVOG) funding has been approved for local businesses and nonprofits. As reported by the U.S. Small Business Administration, area businesses awarded funds now include: Lake Placid Sinfonietta – $9,439 […]

Source: NY State Fair attendance drops 40% from 2019 amid delta variant fears – syracuse.com

“Syracuse, N.Y. — The percentage of Covid-19 patients who had been fully vaccinated has climbed sharply in Syracuse hospitals this summer. Numbers just released by Onondaga County show that while fully vaccinated people are still far less likely than the unvaccinated to be hospitalized, the gap has gotten smaller.” Source: Onondaga County releases data: More […]

Source: Booster shots hitch: Some may miss the Sept. 20 start | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: CVPH transitioning COVID-19 testing to Hammond Lane | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | With COVID-19 cases significantly rising and a corresponding jump in demand for testing, The University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital,

Source: N.Y. directs all school staff be vaccinated or undergo weekly testing | Sun Community News ALBANY | Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced that her strategy to reopen schools safely took a major leap forward on two fronts, demonstrating her administration’s commi

Visitors continue to be welcome; waiting areas closed PLATTSBURGH, NY (09/03/2021) – While visitors will continue to be welcome at The University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH), temporary changes to its visitation guidelines begin Tuesday, September 7 in effort to protect the health of patients, staff and the community as […]

Since our 9/2 update, 29 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD strongly recommends that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, return to mask wearing in indoor public places and crowded outdoor settings. CCHD also recommends residents avoid large gatherings. If residents have attended a large gathering they should monitor for symptoms and mask […]

Source: How? Where? Why? Here’s a breakdown of Quebec’s vaccine passport system | Montreal Gazette

Source: With more patients needing care, UVM Health Network chief says system is under ‘intense pressure’ – VTDigger

Source: New York lawmakers vote to extend eviction moratorium, approve new cannabis leaders – syracuse.com

Since our 9/1 update, 13 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD strongly recommends that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, return to mask wearing in indoor public places and crowded outdoor settings. CCHD also recommends residents avoid large gatherings. If residents have attended a large gathering they should monitor for symptoms and mask […]

Source: Vermont reports first Covid death of person in their 20s – VTDigger

Source: CDC asks unvaccinated Americans not to travel over Labor Day weekend as Covid cases increase – syracuse.com

Source: State lawmakers reach a deal to extend the eviction moratorium – City & State New York

Source: State Launches Investigation Into Long Wait Times for Medical Care | Off Message

Source: The Doctor Won’t See You Now: Patients Wait Months for Treatment at Vermont’s Biggest Hospital | Health Care | Seven Days | Vermont’s Independent Voice

Source: North Country educators focus on mental health of students this fall | NCPR News