Burlington announces $110,000 fund for small business hurt during COVID-19 – VTDigger
Posted: March 31st, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News, Regional NY-VT News.
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Virtual Adirondacks: Be an armchair traveler – – The Adirondack Almanack
Posted: March 31st, 2020 under Adirondack Region News.
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Coronavirus: Vermont announces new travel, lodging restrictions
Posted: March 31st, 2020 under Heathcare News, Regional NY-VT News.
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Sunmount in Tupper Lake has many open positions
Posted: March 31st, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Clinton County Health Department March 30th COVID-19 Update
There are now 16 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Clinton County, four of whom have recovered. One hundred fifty-five tests have returned negative results. In a media release issued today, the Unified Command for the COVID-19 Response in Clinton County identified two priority messages. One involves follow-up information to a Media Release issued on March 29, 2020. The other is a request for medical supplies.
Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) and Clinton County Sheriff Department representatives have identified dates when a symptomatic individual (referenced in a previous release) who later tested positive for COVID-19 was in the Plattsburgh Walmart; times of day have been verified by supporting documentation for several visits. “CCHD is providing this information because we said that we would,” stated Karen Derusha, a spokesperson for the Health Department. She emphasized however, “This one individual should not be the focus of your concern. At all times, when you are among other people, practice social distancing and hand hygiene to protect yourself. There may be others in the community who have COVID-19 including those with milder symptoms or those with symptoms have not yet progressed to a point that results in testing.”
“If you feel sick, stay home,” is the message CCHD continues to stress. “Anyone who has symptoms consistent with COVID-19 (cough, fever, shortness of breath), as well as anyone who has other symptoms of illness that could be spread to someone else, should isolate themselves at home. Right now, we all need to be extra cautious about spreading all germs,” stated Ms. Derusha.
Residents can also help stem the spread of COVID-19 by checking their cupboards. The County is currently accepting donations of unopened medical supplies, such as N-95 masks, surgical masks, bleach wipes, hand sanitizer, and gloves. To donate, individuals or businesses may call United Way of the Adirondack Region at 518- 563-0028. According to Eric Day, Director of the Clinton County Office of Emergency Services, “We thank United Way of the Adirondacks for managing these donations of supplies for first responders and essential workers and we appreciate your donations of unopened packages to help stretch our current supply.”
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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Corrections Officer Union President Tests Positive | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com
Source: Corrections Officer Union President Tests Positive | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News.
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Potential $2B loss in sales tax revenue for N.Y. counties
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under General News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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DEC Announces 2019-20 Deer Harvest Estimates
Hunters in New York Harvested More than 224,000 Deer in 2019-20
DEC Tested More than 2,600 Deer and Continues to Find No Evidence of CWD
The 2019 estimated deer take includes 103,787 antlerless deer and 120,403 antlered bucks. Statewide, this represents a nine percent decrease in antlerless harvest and a six percent increase in buck harvest from the last season. Regionally, hunters took 30,236 deer in the Northern Zone and 193,954 deer in the Southern Zone.
Across the state, hunters continued to voluntarily pass up young bucks. The portion of yearlings (1.5 years old) in the adult buck harvest dropped to 37 percent, the lowest level ever, and for the first time, harvest of 2.5-year-old bucks (41 percent) exceeded that of yearling bucks, demonstrating that New York hunters are adhering to the DEC campaign, Let Young Bucks Go and Watch Them Grow.
In addition, the 2019 season proved favorable for bowhunters, as take during the bowhunting season increased 18 percent from 2018. Deer take during the regular and muzzleloader seasons both dropped about six percent.
DEC’s 2019 Deer Harvest Summary report (PDF, 7 MB) provides tables, charts, and maps detailing the deer harvest around the state can be found on DEC’s website. Past harvest summaries are also available on DEC’s website.
2019 Deer Harvest Summary & Comparison Read more »
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, General News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News.
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Response fund established to rapidly deploy flexible resources to help meet urgent community needs
LAKE PLACID, NY – In response to the impacts of COVID-19 in our region, Adirondack Foundation, in partnership with the United Way of the Adirondack Region. and other foundations and businesses, is activating a response fund to rapidly deploy flexible resources to help meet urgent community needs.
An initial $400,000 is available to use immediately, thanks to commitments from Adirondack Foundation, Cloudsplitter Foundation, Charles R. Wood Foundation, United Way of the Adirondack Region, Adirondack Energy’s Adirondack for Kids, Champlain National Bank and other generous donors.
The Special and Urgent Needs (SUN) Fund at Adirondack Foundation provides a way for community members to financially support vulnerable populations impacted by COVID-19-related closures and other cascading fallouts.
Grant funding will focus these critical areas of need: access to food, childcare services, support for low-wage workers and the elderly, and support for nonprofits and small businesses involved in response efforts.
“We have been monitoring the rapidly changing situation on the ground and collaborating with local government, health agencies, nonprofits, businesses and other community partners to identify regional needs for community and nonprofit support,” said John Bernardi, President & CEO, United Way of the Adirondack Region.
“This collective commitment of funders is a testament to our dedication to the Adirondack region and a recognition that we can amplify our impact by working together,” said Cali Brooks, President and CEO, Adirondack Foundation. “We will work to rapidly deploy resources where they are most needed and adapt to evolving needs.”
“We may not know what tomorrow will bring, but it’s vitally important to be prepared to meet the immediate needs of our neighbors. Our goal is to help Adirondack Foundation meet these emergency needs while we work on longer-term mechanisms to counteract this pandemic and its economic and social implications,” said Lee Keet, Chairman of Cloudsplitter Foundation.
Community members interested in donating to this fund can find more information online:
https://www.adirondackfoundation.org/funds/special-and-urgent-needs-fund. Nonprofits, schools, and communities in the Adirondack region interested in applying for emergency funds can learn more https://www.adirondackfoundation.org/granting/special-and-urgent-needs-fund-sun.
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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How to Get Health Insurance if Worried About Coronavirus or Unemployment – The New York Times
Source: How to Get Health Insurance if Worried About Coronavirus or Unemployment – The New York Times
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News.
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New York contractors try to interpret rules of nonessential construction halt – Albany Business Review
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Business News.
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COVID-19 GLOBAL UPDATE
More than 170 nations worldwide have confirmed cases of the coronavirus. The following have the highest number as of 4 a.m. ET*:
- US 143,025 (+14.71%)
- Italy 97,689 (+5.64%)
- China 82,152 (+0.11%)
- Spain 80,110 (+9.39%)
- Germany 62,435 (+8.22%)
- France 40,723 (+6.87%)
- Iran 38,309 (+8.19%)
- UK 19,784 (+14.26%)
- Switzerland 14,829 (+5.35%)
- Netherlands 10,930 (+11.31%)
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Heathcare News.
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New York state order halting nonessential construction because of coronavirus also halts residential construction – Albany Business Review
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Business News.
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New York state allows auto dealers to sell or lease cars online during coronavirus shutdown – Albany Business Review
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Business News.
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Gas prices expected to drop in coming weeks
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News, Peru/Regional History.
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CDC Issues Domestic Travel Advisory for New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut | CDC Online Newsroom | CDC
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Plattsburgh seamstress says COVID-19 has halted business | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com
Source: Plattsburgh seamstress says COVID-19 has halted business | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News.
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Budget: Cuomo vows to swing ax at state spending | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under State Government News.
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Fauci Estimates That 100,000 To 200,000 Americans Could Die From The Coronavirus | NCPR News
Source: Fauci Estimates That 100,000 To 200,000 Americans Could Die From The Coronavirus | NCPR News
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Peru/Regional History.
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Are North Country prisons ready for coronavirus? Employees say no | NCPR News
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News.
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Five SUNY Potsdam students test positive for COVID-19 | NCPR News
Posted: March 30th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Clinton County Health Department March 29th Update – VERY IMPORTANT
CCHD has learned that an individual who was ill and later tested and confirmed positive for COVID-19 was active in the community while symptomatic. Through standard contact tracing and with the assistance of the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department, several businesses visited by this individual have been identified. Notification of those with whom this person had contact began on Saturday. Sheriff’s Deputies worked to pinpoint additional dates, locations and times and CCHD staff made phone calls to contacts. Individuals who were considered to have had close contact at Beekmantown Central School, SUNY Plattsburgh, Sawatdee Restaurant, Koto Restaurant, Eclipse Gym, Hannaford and a taxi company have been notified. During the time when this person was symptomatic, several visits were made to Walmart as well. Unfortunately, the case-patient was unable to specify the exact times of day when he went to Walmart, but states he was there most days between 3/11 and 3/24 and that he used self-checkout. The Sheriff’s Department is investigating financial transactions to further track the movements of this individual.
“This incident underscores the critical importance of staying home if ill, even if you have not been tested or do not believe you have COVID-19,” emphasized Erin Streiff, Director of Health Care Services for the Clinton County Health Department. “It also represents the enormous challenge of containing a viral illness like COVID- 19 without the full cooperation of the community.”
Being in the same location as someone with COVID-19 does not automatically put individuals at risk. The highest risk is associated with close and prolonged (less than 6 feet for more than 10 minutes) contact. Contact of shorter duration or interaction that is not close carries less risk. Having been in the same location without being near someone who is ill with COVID-19, poses a lower risk and is dependent on many factors. “We understand that this information may be of limited comfort for those who fear they might have been exposed” stated Ms. Streiff. “We ask that anyone who experiences symptoms that include cough, fever or shortness of breath, consider themselves likely to have COVID-19. Then, take appropriate steps based upon your symptoms.”
Most people who contract COVID-19 will experience only mild symptoms that can be managed at home. Confer with your healthcare provider and follow their advice for managing symptoms. Shortness of breath that becomes severe, chest pain, or a bluish color in the face or lips are serious symptoms that warrant a call to 9-1-1.
CCHD will continue to share information as it becomes available. To date the total number of lab-confirmed cases in Clinton County is 14 including one inmate at the Clinton Correctional facility. There is additionally one probable case with a lab result of indeterminate. There are numerous suspect cases who are symptomatic but unable to be tested at this time due to the shortage of test kits. Four of the lab confirmed cases have recovered. There have been 0 deaths to date.
Posted: March 29th, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News, Peru/Regional History.
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Vermont schools dismissed through end of school year – VTDigger
Posted: March 29th, 2020 under Education News, General News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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