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Source: Gillibrand: A “more diverse and equitable” military at Fort Drum and nationwide | NCPR News

Source: Canada to require negative COVID test at land border Feb 15

Published by the North Country Chamber of Commerce State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli recently released the sales tax numbers for 2020, and they show that our area counties outperformed the state and finished the year far better than projected last spring when monthly receipts initially plummeted. Local sales tax receipts statewide were down 10% in 2020 […]

Source: Skiing conditions are prime; outdoor rec continues to boom – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Schumer: COVID deal good for northern N.Y. | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | In a web conference call with North Country business leaders Feb. 5, the new U.S. Senate Majority Leader said the proposed COVID-19 relief bill would be beneficial to residents h

Source: Tops Markets-Price Chopper merger: What it means for shoppers

Source: Price Chopper, Tops Markets to merge

Source: “Shaving off the perfect peel of wax” – Plattsburgh band releases their first album | NCPR News

*Attention* Franklin County is experiencing community spread of Covid-19 infection. 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 […]

Source: Flag Up! Ice Fishing: Have Fun, Stay Safe  – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Plattsburgh State hopes for spring sports season | Local Sports | pressrepublican.com

PLATTSBURGH, NY (2/05/2021) – The University of Vermont Health Network –Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) Adult Psychiatry Unit has resumed accepting new patients after a 5-day pause. “We are pleased to once again provide inpatient care for those in our community in need of adult acute psychiatric care,” explained CVPH President Michelle LeBeau.   The […]

Source: How do North Country school districts plan next year’s budget when there are still major gaps in this one? | NCPR News

Since our 2/4 update, 44 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has been made aware that the Plattsburgh Walgreens is accepting appointments for COVID-19 vaccine for residents 65 and older. To make an appointment visit www.walgreens.com/covidvaccine. Any questions should be directed to Walgreens. Note: Our next case update will be provided on […]

Source: History Matters: Three Doctors in One Act – – The Adirondack Almanack

Vaccinations beginning at Walgreens. Source: COVID-19 Vaccine: FAQs & Distribution Information | Walgreens

Source: Inmate dies of COVID at Franklin prison | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

RURAL DIGITAL DIVIDE DISPARITY MUST BE FIXED Column by Senator Dan Stec – February 4, 2021 The governor’s promise almost five years ago of high-speed broadband for all remains unfulfilled.  Having heard frustrated pleas from families, businesses, schools and many others, my colleagues and I proposed legislation last year to drill down into this problem […]

Source: Missed broadband connections could mean missed opportunities for North Country | NCPR News

The rolling replica of the Washington, D.C. Vietnam Veterans Memorial will now make its first trip to the Northern Tier June 24-27 when it comes to the Great Chazy River Memorial Post 1418. Source: Mobile Vietnam Veterans Memorial coming to northern N.Y. in 2021 | Sun Community News CHAMPLAIN | After months of planning and […]

Since our 2/3 update, 13 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. According to NYSDOH 373 people tested in Clinton County on 2/2. As of 2/2, 7-day average % positive in Clinton County = 5.5%. – Vaccination information: https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/ or http://www.clintonhealth.org/covid19vaccine/ […]

Source: Winter storm drops up to 17 inches in North Country | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Paul Smith’s re-launches alpine skiing program – – The Adirondack Almanack