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

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

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Business News, Northern NY News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Mobile Vietnam Veterans Memorial coming to northern N.Y. in 2021 | Sun Community News CHAMPLAIN

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 fundraising, local veterans were looking forward to welcoming The Wall That Heals on its trek to northern New York in 2020 before

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Community Events, Northern NY News, Veterans' News.
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Vaccination Training | COVID-19 Vaccine

Source: Vaccination Training | COVID-19 Vaccine

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Feb. 4 COVID-19 Update

February 4, 2021.
The good news is New York’s numbers continue to show progress as the holiday surge recedes. Our positivity rate has been steadily declining, and that success is a reflection of New Yorkers’ commitment to defeating this beast of a virus. We know the weapon to win the war is the vaccine and more and more shots are getting into arms every day, but the federal supply is still not enough. This has been a long road, but I commend New Yorkers for their determination through it all. As we enter Super Bowl weekend, we cannot get cocky with COVID—we must remain vigilant: Be smart, wear a mask, socially distant and stay New York Tough.
How do mRNA vaccines work video
Video of the Day: How mRNA COVID Vaccines Work. Click here or the image above to watch.
Here’s what else you need to know tonight:
1. COVID hospitalizations dropped to 7,967. Of the 169,186 tests reported yesterday, 7,414, or 4.38 percent, were positive. This is the lowest daily statewide positivity rate since November 28. The 7-day average positivity rate in all NYS regions is below 6 percent. There were 1,506 patients in the ICU yesterday, down 16 from the previous day. Of them, 986 are intubated. Sadly, we lost 135 New Yorkers to the virus.
2. As of 11am this morning, 95 percent of first doses received by the State have been administered. This represents 1,475,122 first doses administered of the 1,554,450 first dose allocations received from the federal government. So far, 369,186 second doses have been administered out of 725,050 second doses received. See data by region on the State’s Vaccine Tracker.
3. More than 27 million Americans have received a first dose of the COVID vaccine. In total, over six million Americans nationally have been fully vaccinated, the New York Times reported.
4. You’ve heard of mRNA vaccines—but do you know how they work? Both the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines are mRNA vaccines. New York State released a video explaining how mRNA vaccines work to safely protect individuals from COVID-19. Three key things to know: They do not affect your own genetic material or DNA in any way; they do not contain the actual COVID-19 virus; and they cannot give you COVID. Watch the video.
5. New York State is encouraging eligible New Yorkers to train to become vaccinators. If you are a licensed practical nurse, a dentist, an EMT, a medical or nursing student with at least a year of clinical experience, and more — then you may be eligible to take training to become a vaccinator and help New York administer COVID vaccines over the coming months. See how you can get involved here.
Tonight’s “Deep Breath Moment”: A 20-year-old Cornell student who made $30,000 from GameStop stock during the frenzy of trading last month is using some of his earnings to donate new gaming consoles to the Children’s Minnesota hospital. The student, Hunter Kahn, wrote in an Instagram post that he felt it was “important that myself and others pay forward our good fortune.” The Nintendo Switch consoles he bought for the hospital are already being used by young patients at the hospital.
If you were forwarded this email, you can subscribe to New York State’s Coronavirus Updates here.
Ever Upward,
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Montreal Real Estate: Here’s What Approximately $1,000,000 Can Get You In Different Areas – MTL Blog

Source: Montreal Real Estate: Here’s What Approximately $1,000,000 Can Get You In Different Areas – MTL Blog

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under General News.
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Stefanik Announces Committee Appointments

Congresswoman Stefanik Appointed Ranking Member on New House Armed Services Committee Subcommittee on Cyber, Innovative Technologies, and Information Systems;
Appointed as Member of Strategic Forces Subcommittee focusing on Missile Defense
Washington, DC – This week, Congresswoman Stefanik was appointed to two new subcommittee assignments on the House Armed Services Committee for the 117th Congress. She issued the following announcement:
“Since my first year in Congress, I have proudly served on the House Armed Services Committee, successfully delivering results to the men and women in uniform of the 10th Mountain Division at Fort Drum, North Country military families, and veterans. I am honored to announce my appointment as the Ranking Republican on the Cyber, Innovative Technologies, and Information Systems Subcommittee, and as a member of the Strategic Forces Subcommittee. These subcommittees will focus on critical issues that will be essential to securing America’s national security at home and abroad in the years ahead.
The importance of the newly created Cyber, Innovative Technologies, and Information Systems Subcommittee is critical to our future national security. The subcommittee has jurisdiction over the policies and capabilities related to cyber, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, spectrum (i.e. 5G) information technology and information operations, and defense-wide research, development, test and evaluation. These issues will be at the forefront of our national defense strategy and policy in the 21st century. Through legislation introduced in this subcommittee, the United States will challenge China’s technological rise and improve our economic competitiveness, as history has shown that technological capabilities developed at the Department of Defense—such as the internet and GPS—have a game-changing effect on our economy and everyday life. The most recent incident under this subcommittee’s jurisdiction, the SolarWinds cyber-hack, demonstrates the importance of providing our cyber forces the resources and support necessary to defend our country’s institutions and infrastructure.
I am also honored to be appointed to serve on the Strategic Forces Subcommittee. This subcommittee has jurisdiction over America’s nuclear weapons, missile defense, space policy and operations, and arms control and non-proliferation. During my time in Congress, I have successfully worked to ensure that Fort Drum is the designated location for a future East Coast Missile Defense site. This subcommittee appointment will allow me to better advocate for future missile defense at Fort Drum. This subcommittee is also a critical component to advancing deterrence against our adversaries. Rogue nations like Iran and North Korea are building increasingly sophisticated nuclear and missile capabilities, and arms control regimes with our peer adversaries in China and Russia continue to be strained, especially with the advent of new capabilities and technologies like hypersonic weapons. This subcommittee is essential to protecting against these threats to the homeland and advancing America’s interest of non-proliferation of nuclear weapons.
I am proud and excited about these new assignments, and ready to work on the critical issues within their jurisdictions that are essential to the security of the United States. Through this work, I will continue to ensure that the North Country has a seat at the table at the highest levels, and I will continue my role as the chief advocate in Congress for the Fort Drum community.”

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Congressional News.
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Recreation Highlight: Get Outdoors and Participate in the 24th Annual Great Backyard Bird Count

Barred Owl_Fred Couse

Birding is a great way to get outdoors and enjoy nature in the winter without having to tackle the technical skills required for many winter sports. Appropriate for all ages, birding is an exciting learning experience that can lead to a lifelong hobby. It’s also a fun way to engage in citizen science.

The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is a fun event for bird watchers of all ages and abilities, from beginners to experts. The 24th annual GBBC will be held Friday, February 12, through Monday, February 15, 2021.Participants are needed! To help, you will need to count birds for at least 15 minutes (or longer if you wish) for one or more days of the four-day event. You can participate from your backyard, or anywhere in the world.

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under General News, Recreation opportunities.
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Stimulus FAQ: The latest democratic plan for the $1,400 checks – The Washington Post

Source: Stimulus FAQ: The latest democratic plan for the $1,400 checks – The Washington Post

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Business News, Heathcare News.
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Stefanik Cosponsors USPS Fairness Act Commemorates ‘National Thank a Mail Carrier Day’

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik
Washington, DC – This week, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik cosponsored the United States Postal Service (USPS) Fairness Act, bipartisan legislation that would repeal the burdensome mandate forcing the USPS to prefund their retiree healthcare decades in advance. No other enterprise in the United States faces the requirement, and it costs the USPS more than $5 billion dollars each year. Estimates suggest the USPS would have been deficit-free for the past six years if it were not for this one mandate. The USPS Fairness Act passed the House in the 116th Congress with strong bipartisan support.
“The USPS provides essential services for our North Country communities, families, veterans, and seniors. The urgent financial issues that it faces must be addressed to ensure it can continue operating smoothly. I am proud to cosponsor the USPS Fairness Act and offer a tangible solution that will put the USPS on a solid path to greater fiscal stability and a stronger future,” said Congresswoman Stefanik.
This legislation also comes on ‘National Thank a Mail Carrier Day,’ and Congresswoman Stefanik takes the opportunity to express her gratitude to the hardworking men and women of the USPS:
“Postal Service workers are some of the most hardworking individuals in our communities. I have met with many USPS workers since taking office, and am continually impressed by their commitment to their essential work. Today and every day, let us share our gratitude to our local mail carriers who ensure we have what we need!”

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Congressional News.
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City & State Coronavirus Feb. 4 Update

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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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.

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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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:

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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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.

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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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

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under County Government News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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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

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Northern NY News, Weather News/History.
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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

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Business News, Peru/Regional History.
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New York seeks to quietly close four juvenile detention centers

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

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Law Enforcement News, State Government News, Upstate New York.
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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

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Law Enforcement News.
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Elmore SPCA Bottle Drive – Feb. 5 and 6 – Many Drop Locations

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Paul Smith’s re-launches alpine skiing program – – The Adirondack Almanack

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

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Northern NY News.
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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

Posted: February 4th, 2021 under Business News, General News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News.
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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.”

Posted: February 3rd, 2021 under Congressional News, Highway Dept. News.
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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

Posted: February 3rd, 2021 under Northern NY News, Upstate New York, Weather News/History.
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Authorities search for alleged international drug trafficker | Sun Community News CHAMPLAIN | 

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

Posted: February 3rd, 2021 under Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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State of the County, City and Town forum shows local synergy | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

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

Posted: February 3rd, 2021 under Business News, County Government News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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