CVPH staff member being treated at hospital for COVID-19
Posted: September 23rd, 2020 under Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Vermont Senate overrides veto of Global Warming Solutions Act, making it law – VTDigger
Posted: September 23rd, 2020 under Environmental News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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Here’s a place for older folks to evaluate their COVID-19 risk
A website launched by the New York State Office for the Aging, in partnership with Bellage Inc. and the Association of Aging in New York was featured in today’s Press-Republican. It’s a self-check-up tool for older people to evaluate their COVID-19 risk. Click here to visit. The process takes about 5 to 10 minutes.
Posted: September 23rd, 2020 under General News, Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Sept. 22nd COVID-19 Update
September 22, 2020.
Today the United States crossed a tragic milestone — 200,000 Americans have died of COVID. It is an immeasurable loss: These Americans were mothers and daughters, fathers and sons, brothers and sisters, friends and neighbors. We mourn the gaping hole in the hearts of their loved ones and for the wound inflicted on the soul of our country.
Across the nation, we are seeing other worrying reminders that the pandemic is far from over. New cases have increased more than 15 percent in the last ten days nationally — which makes it all the more urgent that we stay vigilant. I urge New Yorkers to continue to wear masks, socially distance and take other precautions. We can get through this crisis by staying New York Tough, but we cannot let our guard down now.
Chart of the Day: New York has conducted 10 million tests and the positive infection rate remains low.
Here’s what else you need to know tonight:
1. New York has now conducted ten million COVID tests. New York continues to lead the nation in testing, having conducted more than ten million tests in total (for context, the population of New York State is about 19 million). Remember that any New Yorker can get tested for COVID for any reason. Find a testing site near you.
2. Five states have been added to New York’s travel advisory. Individuals traveling to New York from Arizona, Minnesota, Nevada, Rhode Island and Wyoming must quarantine for 14 days upon arriving in New York. No areas have been removed. See more info here.
3. The positive infection rate remains under one percent. Yesterday, there were 470 total hospitalizations. Of the 83,997 tests reported yesterday, 754, or 0.89 percent, were positive. Sadly, we lost three New Yorkers to the virus.
4. Today is National Voter Registration Day. I encourage all New Yorkers who have not already done so to register to vote and make your voice heard. To register to vote you must be a U.S. citizen; a resident of New York State and the county, city or village in which you are applying for at least 30 days before the election; and be at least 18 years of age by or on November 3rd. The deadline to register to vote in New York State is October 9th. Learn how you can register to vote here or check to make sure you are registered.
Tonight’s “Deep Breath Moment”: Troy, NY has been chosen as the filming location for Amazon Studios’ upcoming series “Modern Love.” The new series is based on the popular New York Times column of the same name. It’s not the first time the city of Troy has been used for filming; Troy’s downtown was also one of the filming locations for the 1993 Martin Scorsese film The Age of Innocence and the 2002 sci-fi film The Time Machine.
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Ever Upward,
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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NY changes nursing home visitation rules | Sun Community News ALBANY |
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Two COVID cases hit Essex County government | Sun Community News ELIZABETHTOWN
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Family pleads for information in suspicious fatal Black Brook fire | Sun Community News BLACK BROOK |
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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Stefanik Helps House Pass Bill to Support First Responders, Legislation she Cosponsored
From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik
Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik voted in favor of the Helping Emergency Responders Overcome Act, legislation she co-sponsored. This bill establishes a series of programs relating to the behavioral health of public-safety officers. It establishes a national database at the CDC on suicide incidences and provides grants for wellness programs within fire departments, emergency medical services agencies, and health care providers.
“Our public safety officers, fire fighters, and emergency medical personnel often witness traumatic events while they are on the frontlines protecting and serving our communities,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “I proudly cosponsored this bill and voted in favor of programs and resources that will help our first responders through difficult experiences and support their mental health. I will continue to advocate for those who give selflessly to their communities in service, and I applaud the House for coming together to pass this important legislation.”
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Congressional News, Heathcare News, Political News.
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Recent Regional DEC Forest Ranger Highlights
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other state agencies, local emergency response organizations, and volunteer search and rescue groups, Forest Rangers locate and extract lost, injured, or distressed people from across New York State.
Town of Piercefield
St. Lawrence County
Wilderness Rescue: On Sept. 17 at 10:25 a.m., DEC’s Central Dispatch received a call from a relative of two campers on the Bog River after one of the campers injured their back and had difficulty moving. Forest Rangers Baldwin, Lee, and Hogan responded to assist. At 12:20 p.m., Rangers Baldwin and Hogan located the campers and began the walk out to the road. At 1:07 p.m., Ranger Baldwin transported the campers back to their vehicle. The 66-year-old man from Honeoye Falls who had suffered the back injury stated he would seek further medical attention on his own.
Town of Keene
Essex County
Wilderness Rescue: On Sept. 18 at 7 p.m., Essex County 911 transferred a call to DEC’s Ray Brook Dispatch reporting a hiker with a chest injury on the Pitchoff Trail in the Sentinel Mountain Wilderness Area. Forest Ranger Praczkajlo responded to assist, locating the 68-year-old hiker from Waltham, Massachusetts, at 7:45 p.m. After administering first aid for injured ribs, the Ranger and the hiker walked out to the trailhead. At 8:33 p.m., they were back at the trailhead and the hiker stated he would seek further medical attention on his own.
Town of Wilmington
Essex County
Wilderness Rescue: On Sept. 19 at 7:47 p.m., DEC’s Ray Brook Dispatch received a call from a hiker who became separated from her sister while hiking Esther Mountain. The missing hiker was last seen near the outlook at Marble Mountain. Forest Rangers Burns and Evans responded to assist. At 9:38 p.m., Ranger Evans located the 31-year-old hiker from Canton who reported that she had fallen, lost consciousness and injured her right knee. Ranger Evans splinted the subject’s knee and escorted her down the trail to the reservoir trailhead where they were met by Ranger Burns. Once back at the trailhead, the injured hiker advised she would seek further medical treatment on her own.
Town of North Elba
Essex County
Wilderness Rescue: On Sept. 20 at 1:23 a.m., DEC’s Central Dispatch received a request for Ranger assistance for four overdue hikers spending the night at Marcy Dam as part of a group of 16. At 7:08 a.m., Forest Rangers, Assistant Forest Rangers, and caretakers responded to look for the missing hikers. The group initially set out to hike Marcy on Sept. 19, through Lake Colden but became separated. Two hikers attempted to get back to the campsite via Lake Arnold but could not make a water crossing and spent the night along the trail. At 7:15 a.m., the hikers returned to the campsite. The other two hikers became lost at Indian Falls when they accidentally took the ski trail back up toward Marcy and spent the night on the trail. Assistant Forest Ranger Engel located this pair at 9:32 a.m. and escorted them back to the group. Forest Rangers issued the hikers a ticket for an oversized group. The incident concluded at 11 a.m.
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: September 22nd, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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City & State Coronavirus Update
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Heathcare News.
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Clinton County COVID-19 Report for Sept. 22: Active +0, Tested + 94
Here are today’s Clinton County, NY COVID-19 case counts.
Contact tracing associated with two recent lab-confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Clinton County is ongoing. If you believe you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, contact your health care provider. For information on symptoms of COVID-19, visit https://bit.ly/3clPpdm.
Residents are encouraged to continue taking preventive steps, including:
-Wear a mask
-Wash your hands frequently
-Keep physical distance (6 feet) from others
-Avoid large gatherings
-Stay home if you are sick
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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A website COVID-19 message from the Beekmantown Central School District
- Roughly fifty (50) people are quarantining for fourteen (14) days.
- Within these people include an administrator, school nurse, per diem school nurse, numerous Beekmantown Elementary School teachers, a Cumberland Head Elementary School teacher, two Beekmantown Middle School teachers, and an office assistant to name a few.
- Nine (9) people were sent by the Clinton County Health Department to be tested.
- Numerous other teachers are being tested as they feel symptomatic.
- The CCHD has not started the MS contract tracing, because the assumed positive case needs confirmation via a positive test result.
- Two youth soccer teams are quarantining for fourteen (14) days. This includes players, coaches and referees.
- The Clinton County Health Department has a lot more work to do on this case. They have been great partners to work with as we maintain the need to keep our students, staff and community safe. We will strive to keep the community informed on this issue. Thank you for your patience.
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Education News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Ditch the car for ‘Car Free Climate’ Campaign – – The Adirondack Almanack
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Environmental News, State Government News.
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U.S. DOL Clarifies Paid Leave Requirements Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
From the North Country Chamber of Commerce
On Sept. 11, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division issued revisions to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act regulations, which implement paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave. FFCRA requires private-sector employers with fewer than 500 employees and certain public employers to provide covered employees emergency paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave.
The revisions clarify workers’ rights and employers’ responsibilities under the FFCRA’s paid leave provisions after an Aug. 3 decision from the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York nullified key sections of the regulations.
According to a DOL press release, the revisions to the temporary rule do the following:
The revisions to the temporary rule will be effective from Sept. 16, 2020, through the expiration of the FFCRA’s paid leave provisions on Dec. 31, 2020.
FFCRA FAQs are available here.
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Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News.
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Montreal Upgraded To Orange COVID-19 Alert
From the North Country Chamber of Commerce
Quebec health officials saw a spike in the number of COVID-19 infections and decided on Sunday to move three zones, including the island of Montreal, into “alert.”
The zones, the island of Montreal, part of the Capitale-Nationale region, including Quebec City, and the Chaudière-Appalaches region south of the capital, turned from yellow to orange on the provincial alert system map.
“Unfortunately, the contagion has amplified in three regions. Cases are increasing, outbreaks are multiplying and our ability to treat the sick is diminishing,” said Quebec Health Minister Christian Dubé at a rare Sunday evening news conference.
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Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Action!: Local officials call for movie theater guidance | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com
Source: Action!: Local officials call for movie theater guidance | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Business News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced today that five states have been added to New York State’s COVID-19 travel advisory. None have been removed.
From the North Country Chamber of Commerce
States added:
- Arizona
- Minnesota
- Nevada
- Rhode Island
- Wyoming
The governor also announced that New York State has now conducted 10 million COVID-19 diagnostic tests. The number of new cases, the percentage of tests that were positive and many other helpful data points are always available at forward.ny.gov.
“For a clear example of the continuing extent of the COVID crisis in America, look no further than New York’s travel advisory list. The virus’ spread across the country—new cases have increased more than 15 percent in the last 10 days—makes it all the more urgent that we stay vigilant here at home,” Governor Cuomo said. “That’s why New Yorkers need to continue wearing masks, socially distancing and washing their hands in conjunction with the careful enforcement of local governments. We can defeat this virus by staying New York Tough, but we have a long way to go.”
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Woman dead, Syracuse officer in critical condition after possible CO poisoning on boat – syracuse.com
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Law Enforcement News, Veterans' News.
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Burlington police officer agrees to separation deal with the city
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Law Enforcement News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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First wave of Onondaga County job cuts hits library hardest – syracuse.com
Posted: September 22nd, 2020 under Heathcare News, Upstate New York.
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Meadowbrook announces positive employee COVID test | Sun Community News
Posted: September 21st, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Stefanik: Trump should pick the next Supreme Court justice | NCPR News
Posted: September 21st, 2020 under Congressional News, Political News.
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Attempted city robbery ends in quick arrest | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH |
Posted: September 21st, 2020 under Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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AGENDA – ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS WEDNESDAY, October 21, 2020 @ 7:00 PM
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Posted: September 21st, 2020 under Zoning Board News.
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Clinton County COVID-19 September 21st Report: Active +2, Tested +765
Here are today’s (9/21/20) Clinton County, NY COVID-19 case updates.
CCHD is reporting 2 new lab-confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 today, for a total of 4 active cases of COVID-19 in Clinton County at this time. As many in our community are aware, one of these positive cases is a student within the Beekmantown School District. Contact tracing was initiated as soon as CCHD was notified of the positive test result Sunday morning and is ongoing. Beekmantown School District has been an active participant in assisting us with contact tracing, for which CCHD is appreciative. Contact tracing involves identifying and notifying close contacts of a case of their potential exposure. Those deemed to be close contacts are being placed on quarantine. Please continue reading below for answers to some commonly asked questions.
Q: Who is considered a close contact to someone with COVID-19?
A: For COVID-19, a close contact is anyone who was within 6 feet of an infected person for at least 15 minutes. Location (indoor, outdoor, etc.) and type of activity during the interaction can also play a factor. An infected person can spread COVID-19 starting 48 hours (or 2 days) before the person has any symptoms or tests positive for COVID-19.
Q: What is quarantine?
A: Quarantine is used to keep someone who might have been exposed to COVID-19 away from others. Quarantine helps prevent spread of disease that can occur before a person knows they are sick or if they are infected with the virus without feeling symptoms. People in quarantine should stay home, separate themselves from others, monitor their health, and follow directions from their local health department. By staying home during this time, IF you become sick yourself, you have not infected many others along the way. This is how we stop the spread!
Q: Does my child need to be tested for COVID-19? Do I?
A: It depends. Not everyone on quarantine has to be tested for COVID-19. To determine if you should be tested for COVID-19, contact your health care provider. In addition, your local health department may notify you when testing is recommended. A negative test result before end of the 14-day quarantine period does not rule out possible infection. A 14-day quarantine must still be completed.
Q: My household member is on quarantine—does that mean I’m on quarantine too?
A: If you have been around someone who was identified as a close contact to a person with COVID-19, closely monitor yourself for any symptoms of COVID-19. You do not need to self-quarantine unless you develop symptoms or if the person identified as a close contact develops COVID-19.
For more information on symptoms of COVID-19, visit https://bit.ly/3clPpdm.
Posted: September 21st, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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