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Drought expands in Upstate NY, and it’s likely to get worse – syracuse.com

Source: Drought expands in Upstate NY, and it’s likely to get worse – syracuse.com

Governor Andrew Cuomo’s April 19th COVID-19 Update

April 19, 2021.
New Yorkers should be encouraged by the incredible progress they have made to decrease the infection rate and to get vaccinated. More than half of New York’s adults have received at least one dose. Thanks to your hard work, we are continuing to open up even more of our economy. On April 26, movie theater capacity will increase to 33 percent. Low-risk indoor and outdoor arts and entertainment—including museums, aquariums, zoos and botanical gardens—will increase to 50 percent capacity also beginning April 26. Still, this should not be taken as a reason to let our guard down. On the contrary, we should all remain vigilant and continue to practice the behaviors we know work to stop COVID in its tracks—wear a mask, wash hands, social distance but also get vaccinated as soon as you can.
Photo of the Day: The COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective and free. Book your appointment today: ny.gov/GetVaccinated (Photo by Nina Dudko)
Here’s what else you need to know tonight:
1. COVID hospitalizations rose to 3,783. Of the 147,583 tests reported yesterday, 4,339, or 2.94 percent, were positive. The 7-day average positivity rate was 2.85 percent. There were 836 patients in ICU yesterday, down 13 from the previous day. Of them, 521 are intubated. Sadly, we lost 44 New Yorkers to the virus.
2. As of 11am this morning, 41.7 percent of New Yorkers have completed at least one vaccine dose. Over the past 24 hours, 131,589 total doses have been administered. To date, New York has administered 13,428,920 total doses with 28.4 percent of New Yorkers completing their vaccine series. See data by region and county on the State’s Vaccine Tracker: ny.gov/vaccinetracker.
3. Capacity at arenas and large events will increase on May 19. Spectator capacity will increase to 25 percent at large-scale arenas and event venues, including professional and collegiate sports, and major performances. Social distancing, masks, health screenings and all other health and safety protocols remain in effect.
4. An additional $50 million in funding will go to Nourish NY through the FY 2022 Enacted Budget. Since last year, the Nourish NY initiative has purchased 21 million pounds of surplus agricultural products from New York farmers and delivered to more than 1.3 million households in need across New York State.
Tonight’s “Deep Breath Moment”: Governors Island has some new groundskeeping staff: but they’re not people, they’re sheep. A family of five sheep from Albany arrived on the small island off of lower Manhattan to help control an invasive plant species—by eating it. The use of sheep to manage the non-native plant is an environmentally sustainable solution that will help protect the island’s natural landscape.
If you were forwarded this email, you can subscribe to New York State’s Coronavirus Updates here.
Ever Upward,
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo

ADK Regional Credit Union expands with new Plattsburgh location | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH 

Source: ADK Regional Credit Union expands with new Plattsburgh location | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The Adirondack Regional Federal Credit Union will soon be doubling its size with a new Plattsburgh location.

DEC announces spring turkey hunting season | Sun Community News RAY BROOK | 

Source: DEC announces spring turkey hunting season | Sun Community News RAY BROOK | New York’s upstate turkey hunting season will officially open May 1 with an early youth turkey hunting weekend slated for April 24-25.

Swarovski Lighting announces purchase agreement with WAC Lighting | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH 

Assemblyman Billy Jones also applauded the Port Washington-based company’s local acquisition and congratulated both companies on a successful sale. He said he was “pleased to hear that this deal will not impact operations at the Plattsburgh plant or current customers.”

Source: Swarovski Lighting announces purchase agreement with WAC Lighting | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Swarovski Lighting has announced a new purchase agreement with WAC Lighting-a leading U.S. lighting manufacturer- and local officials are applauding what i

‘We Need To Be Nurtured, Too’: Many Teachers Say They’re Reaching A Breaking Point | NCPR News

Source: ‘We Need To Be Nurtured, Too’: Many Teachers Say They’re Reaching A Breaking Point | NCPR News

Ontario closing boundary with Quebec as part of tougher COVID-19 restrictions | NCPR News

Source: Ontario closing boundary with Quebec as part of tougher COVID-19 restrictions | NCPR News

NYSERDA seeks input for climate-change study | Sun Community News ALBANY | 

Source: Agency seeks input for climate-change study | Sun Community News ALBANY | NYSERDA is looking for a diverse group of knowledgeable people to participate in their effort to analyze possible climate change impacts on New York State.

Clinton County April 19th Post Weekend COVID-19 Report: Positives +38, Vaccinations Appointments Available

Since our 4/16 update, 38 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported.
CCHD has COVID-19 Vaccination appointments available!
– Wednesday, April 21 at the Saranac Fire Department
– Thursday, April 22 at Clinton Community College
– Wednesday, April 28 at the Keeseville Fire Department
– Wednesday, May 5 at Holy Angels Church in Altona
To register for any of these clinics, visit http://www.clintonhealth.org/covid19vaccine/ or call 518-565-4848.
Here are links to some frequently requested data:
– Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. According to NYSDOH 1,033 people tested in Clinton County on 4/17. As of 4/17, 7-day average % positive in Clinton County = 1.5%.
– NYS School Report Card (providing school and college data): https://schoolcovidreportcard.health.ny.gov
– Hospitalization data: https://forward.ny.gov/daily-hospitalization-summary-region… As of 4/17, 24 individuals hospitalized (2 ICU) in the North Country Region.
– Additional information: www.clintonhealth.org/covid19

Live arts venues were shut for a year. When they finally got federal aid, the system crashed – syracuse.com

Source: Live arts venues were shut for a year. When they finally got federal aid, the system crashed – syracuse.com

Poll: COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy drops in New York to 14% | NCPR News

Source: Poll: COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy drops in New York to 14% | NCPR News

All Adults Now Eligible For Vaccine

New York Times April 19, 2021 – All adults in every U.S. state, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico are now eligible for a Covid-19 vaccine.“It’s truly historic that we have already reached this milestone,” one expert said.

Quilt show to open in Au Sable Forks’ Tahawus Center | Sun Community News AU SABLE FORKS | Both online and, beginning April 23, in person by appointment at Tahawus Center Window Gallery.

Source: Quilt show to open in Au Sable Forks’ Tahawus Center | Sun Community News AU SABLE FORKS | The show will be available both online and, beginning April 23, in person by appointment at Tahawus Center Window Gallery.

Lake Champlain ferry route closed for season

Source: Lake Champlain ferry route closed for season

Changes made to food truck law and venue fees  | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Source: Changes made to food truck law and venue fees  | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | On April 15 at the Common Council meeting a local law was adopted by the council.  

Remote workers: a new economy for the Adirondack North Country? | NCPR News

Source: Remote workers: a new economy for the Adirondack North Country? | NCPR News

As Advocates Push For Gun Control, Business Is Booming For Springfield’s Smith & Wesson | WBUR News

Source: As Advocates Push For Gun Control, Business Is Booming For Springfield’s Smith & Wesson | WBUR News

Should NYS cull feral cats? – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Should NYS cull feral cats? – – The Adirondack Almanack

Cuomo signs internet affordability law

“All internet providers must offer high-speed internet at an affordable cost — $15 a month period, all equipment, all fees, etc. That’s the cost that they must provide to any low-income family in this state,” Cuomo said.

Source: Cuomo signs internet affordability law

Governor Andrew Cuomo’s April 16th COVID-19 Update

April 16, 2021.
We know how the virus spreads, so it is simply a question of behavior and precautions if we hope to stop the spread as we vaccinate New York. The more precautions each of us take, the fewer people get infected. We’re at a point now where we’ve communicated all the information that we can communicate and everyone knows the facts. We’ve asked New Yorkers to continue to take the risk seriously, but it is now up to each of us. It’s up to you as an individual, you as a family, you as a community. Our recovery is going to be a function of how many vaccinations we take, and I believe that there is a civic and community duty for each of us to take a vaccine. We’ll only be safe when everyone is safe.
Photo of the Day: The York College NYS-FEMA mass vaccination site administered its 150,000th vaccine today
Here’s what else you need to know tonight:
1. COVID hospitalizations dropped to 3,884, the lowest since November 30. Of the 232,929 tests reported yesterday, 6,555, or 2.81 percent, were positive. The 7-day average positivity rate was 3.04 percent. There were 868 patients in ICU yesterday, down 18 from the previous day. Of them, 543 are intubated. Sadly, we lost 43 New Yorkers to the virus.
2. As of 11am this morning, 40.2 percent of New Yorkers have completed at least one vaccine dose. Over the past 24 hours, 233,973 total doses have been administered. To date, New York has administered 12,872,765 total doses with 27.0 percent of New Yorkers completing their vaccine series. See data by region and county on the State’s Vaccine Tracker: ny.gov/vaccinetracker.
3. Today I signed legislation that will ensure low-income families have access to high-speed internet. The legislation requires that internet service providers offer high-speed internet plans to low-income customers for $15 per month. The pandemic reshaped many norms with remote learning, remote working and telemedicine and we must shape New York to adapt to these new conditions and ensure high-speed internet is available and affordable to every New Yorker.
4. Tickets for the 2021 Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach will go on sale Monday, April 19 at 9am. Event Parking Passes will be required for all three shows beginning with Friday’s practice show on May 28 and culminating with the final show on Sunday, May 30. The $10 per vehicle Event Parking Passes can be obtained from the State Parks’ website. Additionally, 1,800 passes will be distributed to Long Island’s three health care networks to be provided to their frontline health care workers involved in the pandemic response.
Tonight’s “Deep Breath Moment”: A Roslyn, NY high school student is connecting companies to charities to help people in need. Throughout the pandemic, the demand for new clothes spiked as charities stopped accepting used items. The Mia Exchange, started by 17-year-old Mia Sara, donates new clothes from store warehouses to women’s shelters, churches, the Salvation Army and other organizations that provide these new clothes to those in need. We applaud Mia for exemplifying the best of New York’s values.
If you were forwarded this email, you can subscribe to New York State’s Coronavirus Updates here.
Ever Upward,
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo

City approves multiple construction projects  | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Source: City approves multiple construction projects  | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The April 15 Common Council meeting of the City of Plattsburgh was a busy one, with 37 resolutions to be voted on and two adoptions of local laws. 

The Plattsburgh YMCA is now eyeing the former CVPH Wellness Center for possible expansion and relocation.

Source: YMCA eyes Wellness Center expansion | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The Plattsburgh YMCA is now eyeing the former CVPH Wellness Center for possible expansion and relocation.

UPDATE: APA approves Lake Placid apartments, Ticonderoga solar park | NCPR News

Source: UPDATE: APA approves Lake Placid apartments, Ticonderoga solar park | NCPR News

NY vaccination effort hits milestone: 50% of adults have at least first dose | NCPR News

Source: NY vaccination effort hits milestone: 50% of adults have at least first dose | NCPR News

Clinton County April 16th COVID-19 Report: Positive +11, Deaths +0

Since our 4/15 update, 11 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported.
Note: Our next case updates will be posted on Monday, April 19, 2021.
Here are links to some frequently requested data:
– Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. According to NYSDOH 1,366 people tested in Clinton County on 4/14. As of 4/14, 7-day average % positive in Clinton County = 1.8%.
– NYS School Report Card (providing school and college data): https://schoolcovidreportcard.health.ny.gov
– Hospitalization data: https://forward.ny.gov/daily-hospitalization-summary-region… As of 4/14, 24 individuals hospitalized (2 ICU) in the North Country Region.
– Additional information: www.clintonhealth.org/covid19