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Archive for April, 2020

As budget passes, Cuomo says: ‘The state has no money’

Source: As budget passes, Cuomo says: ‘The state has no money’

Nursing homes forced to accept COVID-19 patients | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Source: Nursing homes forced to accept COVID-19 patients | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Clinton Count Health Department April 3, 2020 Media Conference

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DEC Launches Annual ‘Look for the Zero’ Campaign Urging Homeowners to Purchase Phosphorus-Free Lawn Fertilizer

Encourages Homeowners to Practice Sustainable Lawn Care to Protect State Waterbodies New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced launch of the state’s annual “Look for the Zero” public awareness campaign that encourages homeowners to go phosphorus-free when using lawn fertilizer. DEC is encouraging consumers to review bag labels for […]

USAF F-35 Tour

Three Troop B officers test positive for COVID-19 | nny360.com

Source: Three Troop B officers test positive for COVID-19 | Public Service News | nny360.com

Stefanik Statement on Cuomo Announcement Regarding Ventilator Shift from Upstate to Downstate

Saratoga, NY – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released the below statement following Governor Cuomo’s announcement that he is signing an executive order to shift ventilators from Upstate to Downstate New York: “I am very concerned about Governor Cuomo’s announcement today regarding his plan to sign an executive order to shift ventilators from Upstate to Downstate New […]

Stefanik Sends Letter to USDA Requesting Support for Farmers

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has sent a letter to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Sonny Perdue asking for support for farmers who have lost direct markets due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The bipartisan letter requests swift implementation of the CARES Act, which provides significant funding to local farms and agribusinesses […]

Many North Country Center for Indepence’s services still being offered in some form | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Many North Country Center for Indepence’s services still being offered in some form | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Line em’ up, Move em’ out!

Legendary Vermont sportscaster Tony Adams of WCAX-TV dies at 95

Source: Legendary Vermont sportscaster Tony Adams of WCAX-TV dies at 95

Assemblyman Jones: State budget was glued to too much policy, but does include investments for the North Country

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones           “This year’s budget process faced unprecedented challenges due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Now more than ever, the health and safety of North Country families is my top priority. Unfortunately, this budget includes unnecessary agenda items proposed by the Governor. This year’s budget takes what should have been […]

NYS elaborates on COVID-19 recreation policy – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: NYS elaborates on COVID-19 recreation policy – – The Adirondack Almanack

Adirondack Foundation awards 1st round of COVID-19 response grants – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Adirondack Foundation awards 1st round of COVID-19 response grants – – The Adirondack Almanack

Rheumatologist: Patients already struggling to get hydroxychloroquine | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Rheumatologist: Patients already struggling to get hydroxychloroquine | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

COVID puts correction officer in ICU | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: COVID puts correction officer in ICU | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Peru Central employee Claire Durham speaks on living with lupus during pandemic | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Peru Central employee Claire Durham Source: Local speaks on living with lupus during pandemic | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

8 tips for staying connected during coronavirus distancing – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: 8 tips for staying connected during coronavirus distancing – – The Adirondack Almanack

The Coronavirus Small Business Loan Program: What You Need To Know | NCPR News

Source: The Coronavirus Small Business Loan Program: What You Need To Know | NCPR News

How to Help the North Country in this Challenging Time

Plattsburgh, NY – 4/3/2020 – “The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate measures of its members” (Coretta Scott King). The North Country has always shown its greatness in times of challenge and the coronavirus pandemic has been no different. If you are looking to donate items or volunteer your time […]

Sports Update From Peru Youth Director John Flynn

After receiving sad news from the County about postponing the season I have already started to come up with a plan just in case our Governor allows us to do something in June or July. If Town Board approval is given, we can do an in house league or have good old fashioned “pick up […]

A Message from the County and Peru Sports and Youth Program

Since Peru officially plays spring ball in the Clinton County league, this announcement pertains to our baseball/softball season Good Morning Everyone, In light of the growing health concerns surrounding Covid-19, we believe it is best to cancel the County Baseball/Softball season. This decision did not come lightly and was discussed at length with John Redden, […]

Coronavirus: Vermont Teddy Bear makes masks for medical workers

Source: Coronavirus: Vermont Teddy Bear makes masks for medical workers

Facebook Live COVID-19 Online Conference Friday, April 3rd at 11 a.m.

From the Clinton County Health Department A Facebook live media event will take place at 11:00 AM on Friday, April 3, 2020. Updates will be provided on Clinton County’s readiness and current activities, including coordination between UVM-CVPH and other county entities. The status of the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on Clinton County, steps individuals should take […]

Where things stand with the New York state budget | CSNY

Source: Where things stand with the New York state budget | CSNY