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*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

Source: Updated snowfall totals for Upstate NY: 30” fell in one spot (chart) – syracuse.com

Source: Authorities search for alleged international drug trafficker | Sun Community News CHAMPLAIN | Local authorities have rejuvenated the search for an alleged international drug trafficker after someone under the same identity recently resurfaced as a personal

Source: State of the County, City and Town forum shows local synergy | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | While the pandemic presented unprecedented challenges, the quick action of local municipalities and agencies helped minimize the long-term impacts while local l

Source: Champlain ferry to resume Essex-Charlotte route Feb. 8 | Sun Community News ESSEX | The Lake Champlain ferry between Essex and Charlotte, Vt., will resume service on Monday, Feb. 8, after being closed for a month, the company announced on its website and i

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Source: Cape Vincent residents get first look at $3.8 million East End Park renovation plans | Jefferson County | nny360.com

Source: Plattsburgh International to receive more relief funds | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Bombardier Transportation sold to French company Alstom | Local News | pressrepublican.com