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Since our 9/28 update, 41 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 thirty-six. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list […]

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Town of Keene Essex County Wilderness Rescue: While hiking on her day off on Sept. 20, Forest Ranger Temple encountered a hiker from Florida who sustained a lower leg injury near the summit of Indian Head on the Adirondack Mountain Reserve. Ranger Temple contacted DEC’s Ray Brook Dispatch at 1:45 p.m. requesting additional Ranger assistance […]

Plattsburgh, September 28, 2021. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has approved booster shots for eligible individuals who have received the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) will begin offering COVID-19 boosters for eligible individuals Thursday, September 30, 2021. Residents who are eligible can register for a CCHD clinic regardless […]

“Knocking on the door The hodgepodge of project locations so far approved in the park has given some local leaders pause. The state and federal push for more renewable energy has solar developers knocking on Adirondackers’ doors, but some are wondering if large solar projects belong in the park and, if so, where. Even stalwart […]

Source: Climate change conference set for Oct. 21 | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Area hospitals boost pay | Sun Community News ELIZABETHTOWN | Reflective of structural changes within the Adirondack labor force, two hospitals operating within Essex County have announced wage increases for lower income employees, creating a base pay of $

“On Sept. 27, as Saranac Elementary School returned to campus following a week-long switch to remote instruction there, Keeseville Elementary began its first day on a temporary remote basis due to an increase of cases at that school.” Source: Keeseville Elementary now remote as new cases reported | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | As Clinton […]

Source: Northern Tier teens arrested for felony arson | Sun Community News CHAMPLAIN | Three teens have been arrested after they allegedly broke into a shed, stole gasoline and then ignited a fire that caused damage to a local home.

Source: Grant to further local Franco-American collection | Sun Community News CHAMPLAIN | A $2,500 Champlain Valley National Heritage Partnership grant will now help the Samuel de Champlain History Center enhance its unique Franco-American Collection.

Since our 9/24 update, 115 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. 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 every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848. – […]

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Source: Authorities caution residents after rash of break-ins | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | New York State Police are reminding residents about ways to prevent crime after a spike in vehicle break-ins and thefts have been reported across the Troop B area.

Source: Local schools combat COVID-19 impacts | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | As Clinton County continues to combat a spike in COVID-19 cases, local school districts are bolstering their proactive efforts as they now join the health department’s efforts with ea

Source: Mayor Rabideau plans to retire in 2022 | Sun Community News SARANAC LAKE | A total 24 years served in office

Source: Assemblyman Jones: Next steps for gypsy moth infestation | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | In the spring, forests across the North Country experienced an infestation of Lymantria dispar dispar commonly known as gypsy moth, causing a severe loss of foliage

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