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January 19, 2021. While we continue our call for increased supply of the vaccine, we will take all steps to quickly administer the vaccine we do have as efficiently as possible to eligible New Yorkers. New Yorkers can track the State’s vaccination progress through the COVID-19 Vaccine Tracker. The dashboard provides updates on the distribution […]

Since our 1/15 update, 180 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of five COVID-19 related deaths of Clinton County residents. These deaths bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to eighteen. Though more of our residents are receiving the vaccine, we still need to continue […]

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Source: Vaccination site underway at Plattsburgh Airport

Source: Eight more county residents die of COVID; record caseload reported | Sun Community News QUEENSBURY | The eight days ending Jan. 18 yielded grim news, as eight Warren County residents afflicted with COVID-19 died and a record COVID caseload was reached mid-

January 18, 2021. Today we celebrate and honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. New York will relentlessly continue his battle for justice. We publish today to share important updates. As of this morning, New York State has now administered over one million total doses: 903,131 first doses and 103,747 second doses. The pace of vaccination is […]

Source: Warning of second wave, Cuomo appeals directly to Pfizer for COVID vaccine doses | NCPR News

Potential COVID-19 Exposure   Plattsburgh, January 18, 2021. Residents who visited the Country Corner Diner in West Chazy between 10:00 and 11:00 am on January 10th may have been exposed to COVID-19. If you were present and seated in the front bar area, the Clinton County Health Department recommends that you self-monitor for symptoms of […]

Plattsburgh, January 18, 2021. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) will begin vaccinating residents today. The drive-through facility, located on the former Plattsburgh Air Force Base, is open to all Phase 1a and 1b eligible candidates. “We are grateful to have a state vaccination site here in the North Country,” expressed Legislative Chairman […]

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AHI OFFERING FREE ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE   [Glens Falls, NY] – Health Insurance Open Enrollment through the NY State of Health Marketplace continues through the end of January. For those seeking coverage beginning on March 1, the deadline to enroll is January 31. AHI’s Enrollment Assistance Services and Education (EASE) program is offering free telephone enrollment […]

Source: North Country state vaccination sites to open on Monday

TEMPORARY NEW HOURS! *Beginning January 22nd* Due to the rise in Covid-19 cases in our region, we have thoughtfully decided to temporarily reduce our hours. In order to accommodate all of our amazing guests, we recommend reservations- as we go through our sanitizing protocols between customers, we appreciate your patience, for everyone’s safety. Come celebrate […]

Source: Rainbow Banquet Hall launches new restaurant to counteract COVID-related losses | Sun Community News ALTONA | Rainbow Wedding & Banquet Hall has long been a cherished event venue in northern  New York. However, with the venue’s number of events dropping dr

Several people were successful this morning 1/16/21 making COVID vaccination appointments in Plattsburgh. The key is to be PATIENT and hang in there. https://am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/…

Source: Appointments underway for region’s first drive-thru vaccination site | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The New York State Department of Health will officially open its first drive-thru vaccination site in the region next week.

January 15, 2021. We want to get shots in arms as fast as possible, but our biggest constraint at the moment is the limited vaccine supply from the federal government. We have our distribution network up and running and are working to expand it every day—but we can only vaccinate as many New Yorkers as […]

Since our 1/14 update, 94 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. The NYSDOH drive-through testing site is accepting appointments for next week. The site will be located at 213 Connecticut Road on the former Plattsburgh Air Force Base. Residents can register for an appointment by visiting https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/ and clicking on “Am I Eligible?” […]

The Plattsburgh location has worked for several people if they keep trying and are persistent. Source: New York | Covid-19 Vaccine

Source: Biden’s Covid-19 Plan To Include Billions For Vaccine Distribution : Biden Transition Updates : NPR

January 14, 2021. New York is pushing forward to conduct more tests, add hospital beds and make it easier to get the COVID-19 vaccine across the state, but we need New Yorkers to stay vigilant and take safety precautions as the virus is still spreading. Unfortunately, vaccine supply from the federal government remains extremely limited. […]

Washington, DC –  Congresswoman Stefanik has announced that public and non-profit colleges and universities in New York’s 21st Congressional District will receive more than $45,000,000 in funding to support continued education. Congresswoman Stefanik released the following statement on this terrific news:0 “I am proud to announce that public and non-profit colleges and universities in the North […]

Source: NYS Vaccine sites to open in Potsdam, Plattsburgh, but appointments limited | NCPR News