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Since our 2/22 update, 32 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Hudson Headwaters Health Network has informed CCHD they have openings for a vaccination clinic in Clinton County. This COVID-19 vaccination clinic is restricted to New York State residents aged 65 years and older ONLY. To register for an appointment at Plattsburgh Family […]

Thanks to the North Country Chamber of Commerce for the information.  January sales tax figures released by State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli again show most of our area counties performing significantly better than sales tax receipts statewide which were down 5.9% compared with January 2020. Clinton, Essex, Franklin and Hamilton Counties were down just 2.2%, 2.1%, […]

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February 22, 2021. From day one, we have said that our COVID recovery is not a choice between public health and the economy—it has to take into account both and work for all. Thanks to the hard work of all New Yorkers, our infection rate is now the lowest we’ve seen in three months, and […]

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Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Since our 2/19 update, 67 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of an additional COVID-19 related death of a Clinton County resident. This death bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to twenty-six. Hudson Headwaters Health Network has informed CCHD they have openings for a […]

Source: Cuomo, under fire for hiding nursing home deaths, now wants to reform those facilities – syracuse.com

Source: Fake COVID-19 Tests Lead To Heavy Fines For Travellers: Transport Canada – MTL Blog

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Source: Clinton Co. adopts updated CDC quarantine guidance | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Clinton County residents who are fully vaccinated will no longer have to quarantine if they are exposed to someone with suspected or confirmed COVID-19.

February 19, 2021. The Department of Health will allow nursing home visitations in accordance with CDC guidance. The Department of Health recommends that visitors take a rapid test before entry into the facility, and DOH will provide rapid tests to nursing homes at no cost. Guidance on visitations will be available beginning Monday, February 22. Starting […]

The governor says that effective Tuesday, February 23, people who have waited two weeks after having their second dose of the vaccine do not need to quarantine after travel. The same goes for visitors to Vermont if they can prove they’ve been fully vaccinated. Source: Scott to loosen restrictions for travelers, long-term care facilities

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

*Attention* Franklin County is experiencing community spread of COVID-19. In order to reduce the spread of infection: Reduce Gathering Sizes. Comply with the face covering requirements of New York State. Socially distance 6 feet and wear your face covering. Wash hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer. Clean and disinfect surfaces. Driver or […]

Since our 2/18 update, 44 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of an additional COVID-19 related death of a Clinton County resident. This death bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to 25. Note: Our next case update will be provided Monday, February 22. Here […]

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