Full video: Cobb, Stefanik try to sway undecided voters in final NY-21 debate
Posted: October 22nd, 2020 under Congressional News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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CNY restaurant finds way to lure diners back inside: Virus-killing UV lights – syracuse.com
Posted: October 22nd, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News.
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NY elections: If you screw up absentee voting, this year you might get a do over – syracuse.com
Source: NY elections: If you screw up absentee voting, this year you might get a do over – syracuse.com
Posted: October 22nd, 2020 under Peru/Regional History, Political News, State Government News.
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Virtual Job Fair November 18th
VIRTUAL JOB FAIR
November 18, 2020
2pm – 4pm
REGISTER EARLY! SPACE IS LIMITED!
THE JOB FAIR IS FREE TO ATTEND FOR APPLICANTS!
This year, the Chamber has partnered with BoothCentral whose platform will allow us to create a safe, virtual environment where employers and job seekers can connect face-to-face via video.
Just like our in-person event, this year’s virtual job fair will allow you to:
- List open positions and gather resumes
- Meet with applicants and conduct interviews
- Display your products and network with other companies
- Have your company name listed in event advertising materials
And best of all, you can do it from the comfort of your office or home with no special equipment or software needed; just a computer or smart device!
The cost for Business to participate is:
- $50 for small, member businesses (1-10 employees)
- $100 for member businesses (11+ employees)
- $100 for small, not-yet member businesses (1-10 employees)
- $200 for not yet member businesses (11+ employees)
Space is limited and virtual booths are first-come, first-served, so don’t delay! The process to sign-up is simple.
- Find our event by clicking HERE
- Click the “Apply for a Booth” button
- Create a BoothCentral account by clicking “Join Now” at the bottom of the login page
- Click “Join as a Vendor”
- Enter your contact information and answer the application questions. How to Build Your Virtual Booth
- Select your booth space and enter your payment information
- Once your application has been approved by Chamber staff, your payment will be processed.
If you need help applying for a booth, check-out this tutorial. After your space has been reserved and your payment has been received, Chamber staff will be in touch with next steps!
For more information contact Joel or Becky or call 518-563-1000.
Watch the Chamber’s Facebook page for more information.
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Posted: October 21st, 2020 under Business News, Community Events, General News.
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Governor Andrew Cuomo’s COVID-19 Update for Oct. 21st.
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Posted: October 21st, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Early voting starts Saturday. Here’s where to cast your ballot in person in every North Country county. | NCPR News
Posted: October 21st, 2020 under Northern NY News, Political News.
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Cuomo: New York considering ditching state travel advisory quarantine list
Posted: October 21st, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Local COVID-19 Report for Oct. 21st: Lab-confirmed positive +4, Recovered +0, Active +4, Tested +559
Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. Four additional lab-confirmed positive cases since our 10/20 report. There are currently 39 active COVID-19 cases in Clinton County—22 cases associated with SUNY Plattsburgh, 11 cases associated with Clinton Correctional Facility, and 6 other community members.
Posted: October 21st, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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Recent Regional DEC Statewide Forest Ranger Highlights
Village of Saranac Lake – Harrietstown
Franklin County
Wilderness Rescue: On Oct. 15 at 1:12 p.m., DEC’s Ray Brook Dispatch received a report of an overturned canoe in the Second Pond boat area on Lower Saranac Lake. One person was onshore and uncertain if her companion was still in the water or onshore looking for their dog. Forest Ranger Balerno and DEC Operations staff responded and confirmed the two subjects were out of the water looking for the dog. At 2:20 p.m., Forest Rangers Evans and Balerno located the couple from Oreland, Pennsylvania, and their dog, loaded the group onto a DEC boat, and returned them to their vehicle at the launch.
Town of Keene
Essex County
Wilderness Rescue: On Oct. 15 at 3:30 p.m., DEC’s Ray Brook Dispatch received a call from a hiker advising that a member of their party injured their leg on Giant Mountain. The caller stated that they hiked down to get cell service and the injured party walked as far as they could. Forest Rangers LaPierre, Bode, and Mecus, along with Assistant Forest Ranger (AFR) Raudonis responded to the Roaring Brook Falls trailhead. At 4:55 p.m., AFR Raudonis advised that she was with the 62-year-old hiker from Cobleskill just above Roaring Brook Falls and they were making their way down the trail. The party was escorted back to the trailhead by AFR Raudonis and Ranger Mecus, where the hikers advised they would seek further medical treatment on their own.
Town of Inlet
Hamilton County
Wilderness Search: On Oct. 17 at 7:13 p.m., DEC’s Ray Brook Dispatch received a call from retired Forest Ranger Lee reporting that a friend contacted him about her 69-year-old sister and her 56-year-old niece who were lost on a trail near his home. The original caller stated she last heard from her sister around 7 p.m., with the text message, “We’re lost.” Forest Ranger Milano responded, checking sites at the Limekiln Lake Campground with negative results. Ranger Milano, with the assistance of former Ranger Lee, began patrolling the nearby ski trail while Ranger Temple began a trail sweep at a loop near the hikers’ starting point. On Oct. 18 at 12:38 a.m., Ranger Milano advised that the hikers had been found; Ranger Temple responded to their location along with members of the Inlet Fire Department. Once out of the woods, the pair was given a ride home and the incident concluded at 2:02 a.m.
Town of Indian Lake
Hamilton County
Wilderness Search: On Oct. 18 at 6:35 p.m., Hamilton County 911 transferred a call to DEC’s Ray Brook Dispatch reporting two lost hikers off the OK Slip Falls trail. Coordinates provided by 911 placed the hikers about a quarter-mile off the trail. Forest Ranger Kabrehl responded to assist. At 8:50 p.m., Ranger Kabrehl located the hikers and began escorting them out of the woods. At 9:40 p.m., Ranger Kabrehl and the two hikers were back to their vehicle.
Be sure to properly prepare and plan before entering the backcountry. Visit DEC’s Hike Smart NY and Adirondack Backcountry Information webpage for more information.
Posted: October 21st, 2020 under Environmental News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News.
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Groups urge state leaders to remain committed to Adirondack conservation – The Adirondack Almanack
Source: Groups urge state leaders to remain committed to Adirondack conservation – The Adirondack Almanack
Posted: October 21st, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, Northern NY News.
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Government agencies in pandemic: Lack of connection, transparency – – The Adirondack Almanack
Source: Government agencies in pandemic: Lack of connection, transparency – – The Adirondack Almanack
Posted: October 21st, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Building supply shortages persist, builders warn homeowners to plan ahead
Posted: October 21st, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News, Peru/Regional History.
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Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Beef Stew & Biscuits
Garden Salad
Cake
Served take-out only at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Posted: October 20th, 2020 under Community Events.
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Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Oct. 20th COVID-19 Update
October 20, 2020.
One of the lessons we learned in New York is that we need to look ahead to stay ahead of this virus. To tackle additional COVID-19 hot spots that we expect to come with the fall and winter weather, New York will employ our micro-cluster strategy to take fast and targeted action. The micro-cluster is predicated on three principles: Refined detection, specific and calibrated mitigation, and focused enforcement.
Rather than looking at COVID-19 data on the state level, regional level, county level, or even by ZIP code, we now analyze the data on the block-by-block level. This level of detail allows us to more intelligently react with targeted measures. It also has the advantage of causing less disruption (for example, restrictions could focus on the area of concern rather than an entire town or city). We will continue to take all steps necessary to protect the progress New Yorkers have made.
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Image of the Day: If you haven’t already, please download the COVID Alert NY app today and help NY stop the spread.
Here’s what else you need to know tonight:
1. Two states were added to New York’s COVID-19 travel advisory. Individuals traveling to New York from Arizona and Maryland must quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania meet the criteria for the travel advisory but due to the region’s interconnectedness, quarantine is not practically viable. As such, we highly discourage non-essential travel between these states and New York to the extent practical. See more info here.
2. The moratorium on commercial evictions is extended until January 1st. This measure extends protections already in place for commercial tenants and mortgagors in recognition of the financial toll the pandemic has taken on business owners, including retail establishments and restaurants. This date aligns with the moratorium on residential evictions.
3. The positivity rate in the “Red Zone” focus areas fell to 2.91 percent. The statewide positivity rate excluding these areas is 1.25 percent. There were 942 total hospitalizations. Of the 90,540 tests reported yesterday, 1,201, or 1.3 percent, were positive. Sadly, we lost 12 New Yorkers to the virus yesterday.
4. Today, the MTA launched a new digital map of the New York City subway. This map features live data streams to show the current status of all subway lines through the NYC Transit System. You can even see trains pull in and out of stations in real-time. Remember that mask-wearing is mandatory on public transit. If you do not have a mask with you, visit any station manager where you can request a free mask.
5. New York has one of the lowest test positivity rates in the nation. Among all 50 states, New York’s test positivity rate on a 7-day rolling average — 1.17 percent — is the third-lowest of any state. See all 50 states’ positivity rates on a 7-day rolling average.
Tonight’s “Deep Breath Moment”: Canadian couple Lindsay Clowes and Alex Leckie decided to exchange their vows on the U.S.-Canada border to allow both their Canadian and American families and friends to attend their wedding. The couple, both 29, held their wedding on a pier along the St. Croix River in New Brunswick. American guests watched the ceremony from Calais, Maine, just across the river. Despite the travel restrictions between the two countries, the couple was able to find a way to share their special day with their loved ones in a safe and creative way.
If you were forwarded this email, you can subscribe to New York State’s Coronavirus Updates here.
Ever Upward,
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
Posted: October 20th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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COVID cluster now confirmed at Clinton Correctional Facility | Sun Community News DANNEMORA |
Posted: October 20th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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Learn more about Scott Beebie, candidate for Plattsburgh mayor
Posted: October 20th, 2020 under Northern NY News, Political News.
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Assemblyman Jones: DOCCS guidelines must be issued to prevent further spread of COVID-19
“The recent increase in COVID-19 cases in northern correctional facilities is alarming given that there remains no guidance from the state,” said Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) “In our nursing homes and long term care facilities, the Department of Health (DOH) issued guidance indicating that one positive case by a staff member or resident, dictates the cessation of visitation; however no guidance has been issued for prison populations. As I have stated before, we must have guidelines and protocols in place if individuals, staff or inmates, in these facilities contract the virus.”
“In our nursing homes and long term care facilities, staff and residents are tested regularly, but no proactive guidelines have been instituted in prisons, which has one of the most dense populations and employs hundreds of people in our communities. As our governor has said, this virus knows no boundaries, so why don’t we have the guidelines and protocols in prisons that are reflective of the strict guidelines in place in other facilities. The Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, along with DOH, should evaluate the movement of inmates and visitors from the Governor’s designated hotspots and determine safety protocols in the facilities. These guidelines must be issued immediately to prevent further spread of the virus.”
Posted: October 20th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Indoor Soccer Program at the Crete To Be Continued
Elevate518, LLC and the City of Plattsburgh have signed an agreement to continue the momentum of the decades-long indoor field sports program at the Crete Memorial Civic Center in Plattsburgh, NY.
Elevate518, LLC is launching Adirondack Coast Sports, which is a division of their charity race timing company, Adirondack Coast Events. Adirondack Coast Sports will manage the indoor field sports programs at the Crete Civic Center in a first-of-its-kind agreement designed to minimize City expenses of the Crete Civic Center while still continuing the sports and wellness opportunities that the Crete Civic Center has provided. Through Adirondack Coast Sports, opportunities are available for league play in soccer and flag football throughout the winter, with Session I registration available online at www.adirondackcoastsports.com until November 6.
For more information
Steve Peters, Owner Elevate518, LLC dba Adirondack Coast Events steve@adirondackcoastevents.com
Posted: October 20th, 2020 under Community Events, Education News, Northern NY News, Youth News.
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Arizona, Maryland added to New York COVID-19 quarantine list; no states removed
Posted: October 20th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Coronavirus updates: Vermont tightens travel restrictions as regional cases climb
Posted: October 20th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Regional NY-VT News.
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City & State Coronavirus Update co-sponsored by CMW Strategies
Posted: October 20th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Students to make final decision on PCS nickname change – WCAX
Posted: October 20th, 2020 under Education News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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Empire State Winter Games canceled for 2021 | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise
Source: Empire State Winter Games canceled for 2021 | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise
Posted: October 20th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Local COVID-19 October 20th Report: Lab-confirmed positive +17, Probable +1, Active +18 to 35, Tested +210
Clinton County COVID-19 Case Update
Plattsburgh, October 20, 2020. As of Tuesday morning, the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is reporting 35 active cases of COVID-19 in Clinton County. According to health officials, of those 35 cases, 18 are associated with a SUNY Plattsburgh cluster, 11 are associated with Clinton Correctional Facility, and 6 are other community residents.
“The upward trend in cases we are seeing is definitely concerning,” stated John Kanoza, Director of Public Health in Clinton County. “When you consider our entire population, numbers are still relatively low, but this is one of the largest spikes in cases we have seen, to date. Our concern is that numbers will continue to increase, resulting in an unsustainable burden to our medical system and potential shutdowns. We don’t want to see that happen, and we continue to work diligently in our mitigation efforts. But we can’t do this alone—we need your help.”
The Incident Command System (ICS) structure, central to all emergency responses, has been in place for the County’s COVID response since March 2020. The ICS is a best practice in emergency response, maximizing cooperation and coordination of many different agencies to provide the best community response. “The ICS provides an opportunity for us to share skills and resources, addressing issues and needs that arise as efficiently and effectively as possible. This is a structure that can be expanded or demobilized as needed. In light of our recent increase in cases and in anticipation of increased need, we’re expanding,” noted Mr. Kanoza. Clinton County’s ICS includes multiple County Departments, such as Public Health, Emergency Services, and Law Enforcement. In addition, the ICS team works closely with other community partners. “Our team has been in near constant communications with SUNY Plattsburgh over the past week, as well as NYS Department of Health, as we work together to keep our entire community as healthy and safe as possible.”
So, how can residents help? “We need residents partnering with us in this response. The small choices—to wear a mask, to keep your distance from others, to wash your hands (again), those are the things that can make a big difference in minimizing spread of this disease. These actions don’t eliminate all risk, but they do work in minimizing risk,” urged Mr. Kanoza.
Residents are encouraged to: wear a mask, physically distance themselves from others (6 feet), wash their hands often, avoid crowds and large gatherings, stay home when sick, and get a flu shot.
Posted: October 20th, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News, Peru/Regional History.
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