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Clinton County Vaccinations as of Jan. 31

Thanks to data provided by the North Country Hub, we are able to share an update on COVID-19 vaccinations for Clinton County residents. This information is shared with CCHD weekly and we will continue to share it with you as long as it remains available.

Essex County Feb 3 New New COVID-19 Positives +10

Today’s COVID-19 update is posted below.
For more information about specific topics:
NYS COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan: https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/phased-distribution…
To determine if you are eligible to get vaccinated and to schedule an appointment at a NYS-run vaccination site: https://am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/
Read more about the state’s micro-cluster strategy here: https://forward.ny.gov/micro-cluster-strategy
% Positivity information can be viewed here: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county
Regional hospitalization data can be viewed here: https://forward.ny.gov/daily-hospitalization-summary-region
Summarized regional metrics can be viewed here: https://forward.ny.gov/early-warning-monitoring-dashboard
For information on COVID-19 cases in NYS and Federal prisons:
For information about COVID-19 cases in schools:

Franklin County Feb. 4 New Positives +16

*Attention*
Franklin County is experiencing community spread of COVID-19 infections. 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 or ride share – keep face covering on in car or bus.
STAY HOME IF YOU ARE SICK!
COVID-19 Case Statistics As Of 02/04/2021 :
Daily Statistics:
New Positives: 16
New Probables: 0
Active Cases: 301
Positivity Rate (02/02): 1.61%*
7-day Average (02/02): 6.77%*
New Deaths: 0
New Recovered: 9
Individuals in Isolation/Quarantine: 569
Active Cases By Correctional Facility:†
Bare Hill Correctional: 22
Franklin Correctional: 140
Upstate Correctional: 3
Cumulative Totals:
Cases: 1804
Confirmed Positive: 1675
Probable: 129
Deaths: 10
Recovered: 1493
* Positivity and testing statistics generated from NYS Department of Health COVID-19 Tracker (https://covid19tracker.health.ny.gov)
† As Of 1/04/2020, only active positive cases for correctional facilities reported directly to the Franklin County Department of Public Health are included in the active case counts and isolation numbers. Breakdowns of verified active cases for each correctional facility are provided for reference.

Clinton County Feb. 4 Lab-Confirmed positive +13

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%.
– 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 2/2, 97 individuals hospitalized (10 ICU) in the North Country Region.
– Additional information: www.clintonhealth.org/covid19

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

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

New York’s still-young craft distilling industry generates billions of dollars, study says – syracuse.com

Source: New York’s still-young craft distilling industry generates billions of dollars, study says – syracuse.com

New York seeks to quietly close four juvenile detention centers

Source: New York seeks to quietly close four juvenile detention centers

N.Y.P.D. Anti-Harassment Official Fired Over Racist Online Rants – The New York Times

Source: N.Y.P.D. Anti-Harassment Official Fired Over Racist Online Rants – The New York Times

Elmore SPCA Bottle Drive – Feb. 5 and 6 – Many Drop Locations

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

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

Judge orders New York to turn over details of coronavirus nursing home deaths

Source: Judge orders New York to turn over details of coronavirus nursing home deaths

Stefanik Announces $4 Million Dollar HHS Grant for Mental Health, Substance Abuse Programs

Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration is awarding a $4,000,000 grant to support mental health and substance abuse disorder programs in New York’s 21st Congressional District.
Congresswoman Stefanik issued the following statement: “The COVID-19 pandemic has sadly perpetuated the mental health crisis in our country, and it’s more important than ever that our local mental health, substance abuse, rehabilitation centers and programs have the funds and resources they need to keep our community members healthy and safe. I am so proud to announce this substantial grant from the Department of Health and Human Services, and will continue finding ways to deliver solutions for those suffering mentally and emotionally during this difficult time.”

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

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

Authorities search for alleged international drug trafficker | Sun Community News CHAMPLAIN | 

State of the County, City and Town forum shows local synergy | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Champlain ferry to resume Essex-Charlotte route Feb. 8 | Sun Community News ESSEX | 

Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Feb. 3 COVID-19 Update

February 3, 2021.
Today I’m excited to announce that Yankee Stadium will open as a mass vaccination site on Friday for eligible Bronx residents. As you may know, the Bronx has the highest positivity rate of all New York City boroughs, and many Bronx communities have suffered disproportionately during this pandemic. It is with that in mind that the iconic home of the Bronx Bombers will be reserved for Bronx residents. The site is by appointment only and 15,000 appointments will be available during the first week. The site is launching in partnership with the New York Yankees, SOMOS Community Care, the City of New York and the New York National Guard. If you’re a Bronx resident who is eligible for the vaccine, schedule an appointment by visiting Somosvaccinations.comor by calling 1-833-SOMOSNY.
Yankee Stadium Opens as Mass Vaccination Site.
Image of the Day: Flyer for the new mass vaccination site at Yankee Stadium for eligible Bronx residents.
Here’s what else you need to know tonight:
1. Thirty-five pop-up vaccination sites are coming online this week at churches, community centers, public housing complexes and cultural centers across the state. These sites are expected to vaccinate over 25,000 people throughout the week, with more sites coming online every week. Since January 15, the deployment of community vaccination kits has enabled nearly 9,000 New Yorkers to receive their first COVID-19 vaccine dose, often in communities where there are very limited health care options. Learn more.
2. Total COVID-19 hospitalizations rose to 8,082. Of the 126,489 tests reported yesterday, 5,925, or 4.68 percent, were positive. There were 1,522 patients in the ICU yesterday, up 19 from the previous day. Of them, 1,003 are intubated. Sadly, we lost 160 New Yorkers to the virus.
3. As of 11am this morning, 92 percent of first doses received by the State have been administered. This represents 1,432,195 first doses administered of the 1,554,450 first dose allocations received from the federal government. So far, 331,579 second doses have been administered out of 725,050 second doses received. See data by region on the State’s Vaccine Tracker.
4. Five New York companies have been awarded grants to produce COVID-related equipment and supplies to support in-state needsThe COVID-19 pandemic exposed serious issues in our nation’s medical supply chain, and we were forced to compete overseas and pay exorbitant prices for life-saving products. We learned the hard lesson that these resources need to be manufactured here in the U.S., and we are taking steps to build the infrastructure we need here in New York to keep us prepared for future crises. Today’s awards to these New York companies will do just that, while helping local companies create new jobs.
Tonight’s “Deep Breath Moment”: A rare fossilized dinosaur footprint was found in the United Kingdom—by a 4-year-old girl. The girl, Lily Wilder, spotted the impression while taking a nature walk with her father on a beach near the town of Barry, Wales. Scientists believe it was left by a previously unidentified species of dinosaur about 215 million years ago. The print is unique in being well preserved, showing individual claw and pad impressions from the dinosaur’s foot. The fossil was brought to the National Museum in Cardiff for further study by paleontologists.
If you were forwarded this email, you can subscribe to New York State’s Coronavirus Updates here.
Ever Upward,
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo

Canada Is Adding 13 Terrorist Organizations To Its List Under The Criminal Code – MTL Blog

Source: Canada Is Adding 13 Terrorist Organizations To Its List Under The Criminal Code – MTL Blog

Environmental Conservation Officers Respond to Two Dangerous Snowmobile Incidents

Snowmobile Fire and Crash – Fulton County
On Jan. 23, while conducting a snowmobile patrol on trails in the Town of Caroga, ECOs Manns and Hilliard responded to two dangerous snowmobile incidents. First, they came across a snowmobile on fire. The operator was not injured but the snowmobile was destroyed. A short time later, the two officers were flagged down for a personal-injury snowmobile accident where the operator went off the trail and collided with trees. The operator suffered only minor injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for further treatment. New York State reminds snowmobilers to ride responsibly while enjoying the state’s abundant trails – recommendations and details about snowmobile safety courses can be found on New York State Parks website.


ECO Hilliard responding to a snowmobile fire in Fulton County

ECO putting caution tape up around the burned snowmobile
ECO Hilliard marks the burnt snowmobile to alert other riders

Feb. 3 Lab-confirmed positive COVID-19: +31, Deaths +1

Since our 2/2 update, 31 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 brings the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to twenty-two.
Yesterday an announcement was made adding restaurant workers and taxi drivers to the 1B vaccination group. This is dependent on vaccine availability in each area. As we await further instruction from NYSDOH, please be patient. CCHD has not been allocated additional vaccine for this purpose. Those impacted should continue to monitor the NYSDOH “Am I Eligible?” website for changes in registration eligibility.
Here are links to some frequently requested data:
– Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. According to NYSDOH 590 people tested in Clinton County on 2/1. As of 2/1, 7-day average % positive in Clinton County = 5.6%.
– 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 2/1, 94 individuals hospitalized (11 ICU) in the North Country Region.
– Additional information: www.clintonhealth.org/covid19

City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

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

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

Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021

Garden Salad
Chili
Rice
Dessert
Our chefs are working hard to prepare the meal at this very moment. Served take-out only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972

Dems: Wait for Cuomo to release nursing home data | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Dems: Wait for Cuomo to release nursing home data | News | pressrepublican.com

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

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