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Source: McMahon orders masks to be worn indoors at NY State Fair – syracuse.com

Source: Burlington City Council rejects raising police officer staffing cap for second time – VTDigger

Source: Local realtor breaks down housing market | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | It’s a phenomenon that even the Vice President of the Clinton County Board of Realtors and a local Associate Real Estate Broker, Kira Witherwax has struggled to explain.

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced that Adirondack Community Action Programs, Inc. has been awarded a grant of $1,000,000 to implement its Rural Communities Opioid Response program. The Rural Communities Opioid Response program is a multi-year program that addresses barriers to treatment for substance abuse and opioid use disorder. These funds work to enhance access […]

Source: State to schools: You’re on your own | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: ‘Dr. Fauci,’ a New York Times bestseller for Plattsburgh author | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Plattsburgh, August 9, 2021. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is urging residents to prepare for the extreme heat forecasted by staying cool, hydrated and informed. High temperatures and heat indexes can pose serious health risks, especially for certain populations. Take precautions and learn the signs and symptoms of heat related illnesses.  “The extreme temperatures […]

Since our 8/5 update, 19 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Note: Our next case update will be posted on Thursday, August 12. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list of Clinton County COVID-19 testing providers can be found at www.clintonhealth.org/covid19. – CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics […]

Source: U.S. boaters soon allowed into Canadian waters | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Following more than a year of pandemic closure and controversial policies involving international waters, Canada will soon allow U.S. recreational boaters into their waters w

Source: State officials see infrastructure bill as ‘game changer’ for North Country manufacturers | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Find out if you can enter Canada – Travel restrictions in Canada – Canada.ca

Source: UVM Health Network to require vaccines for all 15,000 employees

Source: New Upstate NY counties meet guidelines for indoor masks: See full list of 38 statewide – syracuse.com

“The Excelsior Pass lets New Yorkers upload a code to their mobile devices that can be scanned by any businesses or other entities that need proof of vaccination or a negative Covid test. The system also allows you to print out a paper pass that can be scanned.” Source: NY launches new Excelsior Pass vaccine […]

Source: After promising school rules soon, NY kicks Covid decisions to locals, educator says; ‘It’s frustrating’ – syracuse.com

UPDATE* Since our 7/29 update, 12 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD asks that ANYONE (regardless of vaccination status) who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 get tested, especially if they have had recent contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00am […]

Source: More NY counties meet CDC guidelines for indoor masks: See full list of 31 – syracuse.com

Source: Teachers, Vermont NEA React To State’s New COVID Guidance For K-12 Schools | Vermont Public Radio

Source: Health officials urge vaccination as Delta variant spreads in the North Country | NCPR News

Source: See 23 NY counties that CDC says should return to indoor masking – syracuse.com

We have seen the COVID movie before and with the Delta variant leading to an increase in cases and hospitalizations in New York and across the world, we must be vigilant. Let’s start with some of the facts. Fact: Almost all new COVID cases are the Delta variant. Fact: The high transmissibility of the variant […]

Source: Canada fines pair of travelers nearly $20k each for false vaccination information

UPDATE* Since our 7/29 update, 12 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD asks that ANYONE (regardless of vaccination status) who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 get tested, especially if they have had recent contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00 […]

Source: ‘Substantial’ Covid spread places Chittenden and Essex counties under new CDC masking guidance – VTDigger

Source: One size does not fit all: How to navigate the rising Delta variant – VTDigger