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Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Jan. 6 COVID-19 Update

January 6, 2021. I know that many New Yorkers are eager for information on the vaccine’s distribution. In fact my mother, Matilda, keeps asking me when she can get vaccinated. Much of the timeline depends on how quickly the federal government can distribute supplies to states, and we expect the supply to increase over time. […]

Assemblyman Billy Jones Jan. 6 COVID-19 Update

Phase 1a of vaccine distribution prioritized healthcare workers and was distributed by local hospitals, and they continue to distribute the vaccine to the best of their abilities. Nursing homes were being vaccinated through a federal program that is underway, but New York is in the process of stepping in to make sure that all nursing […]

Regional Health Officials Ready COVID-19 Vaccination Plans, Ask for Patience

New York State plan provides guidance, structure to vaccination effort PLATTSBURGH, NY (01/06/2021) – The arrival of the COVID-19 vaccine to the North Country has generated excitement, anticipation and relief with many in the community eager to roll up their sleeves to be vaccinated. Vaccination of high risk groups, in accordance with the New York […]

LIVE: Gov. Cuomo joins other New York leaders for COVID-19 briefing

Source: LIVE: Gov. Cuomo joins other New York leaders for COVID-19 briefing

Vaccination News from Franklin County Public Health

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Notice to Public January 5th, 2021 Frequently Asked Questions regarding COVID-19 vaccine distribution answered by the Franklin County Health Department What vaccines have been approved? Currently, two COVID-19 vaccines have been approved by the FDA and New York State’s independent Clinical Advisory Task Force: one that was developed by Pfizer and BioNTech […]

Clinton County January 6 COVID-19 Report: +93 Lab-Confirmed Positive Cases

Since our 1/5 update, 93 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Reminder, you DO NOT need a public health order to separate yourself from others. If you have tested positive or know you have been exposed to a positive case STAY HOME and away from others. CCHD is working as quickly as it […]

NY laying groundwork for network of thousands of vaccine distribution sites – syracuse.com

Source: NY laying groundwork for network of thousands of vaccine distribution sites – syracuse.com

When can I get Covid-19 vaccine in New York? How to check your eligibility – syracuse.com

Source: When can I get Covid-19 vaccine in New York? How to check your eligibility – syracuse.com

As New York’s vaccine roll-out sputters, counties advocate for local plans

Source: As New York’s vaccine roll-out sputters, counties advocate for local plans

‘Concerning’ notes about disrupting Covid-19 vaccine distribution lead to arrest – VTDigger

Source: ‘Concerning’ notes about disrupting Covid-19 vaccine distribution lead to arrest – VTDigger

Empire State Development Announces “Raising The Bar” Restaurant Recovery Fund

More Than $3 Million in Grant Funding Available through Financial Support Led by Diageo North America and Supported by Coastal Pacific Wine & Spirits, and implemented by the National Development Council Eligible Restaurants Can Receive up to $5,000 to Assist with COVID-19 Safety Measures Empire State Development (ESD) today announced the more than $3 million “Raising the Bar” Restaurant […]

Why can’t NYC vaccinate like it’s 1947? | City & State NY

Source: Why can’t NYC vaccinate like it’s 1947? | City & State NY

Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Jan. 5 COVID-19 Update

January 5, 2021. In New York, we are working hard to distribute vaccines to eligible groups as fairly and expeditiously as possible. Planning is well underway in preparation for widespread vaccination as more groups become eligible. We are working with the public and private sectors across the state to develop a “retail network” of vaccination […]

Essex County Jan. 5th COVID-19 Report: New Cases +12

Total CURRENT Cases Today: 132 New Cases: 12 New Hospitalizations Today: 0 New Deaths Today: 0 Total # of COVID-19 Tests: 43,178 Total # of COVID-19 Positive Cases: 727 Total # of COVID-19 Antibody Tests: 3,802 Total Positive Antibody Tests: 98

Local hospitals to reach vaccination goals | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Source: Local hospitals to reach vaccination goals | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | A day after Gov. Andrew Cuomo suggested hospitals in New York State would face fines if they did not use their supply of the Coronavirus COVID_19 vaccination by the end of the we

Cuomo Details Vaccine Distribution Plan for General Public

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Assemblyman Billy Jones’ Jan. 5 COVID-19 Update

Happy New Year! Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! Due to the holidays and some technical difficulties, it has been a while since I sent out one of my COVID-19 Newsletters, so this newsletter will be a bit longer than usual. Paid Sick Leave New Yorkers can begin using sick leave benefits under the state’s […]

Local Surge Continues +46 Lab Confirmed Positive Tests

Since our 1/4 update, 46 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. You DO NOT need a public health order to separate yourself from others. If you have tested positive or know you have been exposed to a positive case STAY HOME and away from others. CCHD is working as quickly as it can […]

Vaccinations Are Progressing, But Everyone Should Be Very Concerned About the Current COVID Surge

By John T. Ryan  Plattsburgh – Earlier today, Dr. Wouter Reitsema, CVPH Vice-President for Population Health and Information Services, conducted a news conference regarding COVID-19 vaccination progress in Clinton. Essex and Franklin Counties. CVPH is coordinating vaccination distribution to the health care community while the federal government working with pharmacies, not hospitals, coordinates distribution to […]

Covid-19 Cases Increasing in Franklin County

Franklin County Public Health COVID-19 Case Statistics As Of 01/05/2021 : Daily Statistics: New Positives: 12 New Probables: 0 Active Cases: 94 Positivity Rate (01/03): 2.11%* 7-day Average (01/03): 5.58%* New Deaths: 0 New Recovered: 43 Individuals in Isolation/Quarantine: 502 Active Cases By Correctional Facility:† Bare Hill Correctional: 6 Franklin Correctional: 1 Upstate Correctional: 0 […]

Governor Cuomo Live – Jan 5, 2020 12:23 p.m.

https://www.pscp.tv/NYGovCuomo/1gqxvoAVXvOKB

Quebec headed for full lockdown, curfews beginning Saturday: report | Montreal Gazette

Source: Quebec headed for full lockdown, curfews beginning Saturday: report | Montreal Gazette

Cuomo threatens fines for health care providers that don’t use Covid-19 vaccines fast enough – syracuse.com

Source: Cuomo threatens fines for health care providers that don’t use Covid-19 vaccines fast enough – syracuse.com