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Action Recommended Make preparations per the instructions Issued By Burlington – VT, US, National Weather Service Affected Area Clinton and Essex Counties in New York and Windsor and eastern Rutland Counties in Vermont Description …WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST WEDNESDAY… WHAT…Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 13 […]

Senator Dan Stec (R,C,I-Queensbury) and Assemblymember Matt Simpson (R,C,I-Horicon) are urging Governor Andrew Cuomo to initiate the planning process for the safe opening of sleepaway summer camps this year. Day camps were able to open last summer with guidance from the State Department of Health.  Sleepaway camps, however, were prohibited, which negatively impacted young campers […]

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From the North Country Chamber of Commerce Marriage Receptions Can Take Place Under Strict State Guidance Starting March 15 Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that assuming New York State’s COVID-19 infection rate stays on its current trajectory, indoor dining in New York City can reopen at 25 percent capacity on Valentine’s Day. The reopening will be subject […]

Business Community Voice Views of Key Issues We once again conducted our Annual Issues Survey in late January, obtaining a valuable snapshot of the collective thinking of the North Country business community on a number of timely issues now being addressed in Washington and Albany. Federal Issues The top priority for action at the federal […]

Since our 2/1 update, 32 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of a COVID-19 related death of a Clinton County resident. This death brings the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to twenty-one. CCHD continues to ask residents to take precautions to protect themselves, their families, […]

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February 1, 2021. A nor’easter is barreling through the state, dropping large amounts of snow in most parts of New York. I issued a State of Emergency for 44 counties and urge New Yorkers to stay off the roads and avoid all unnecessary travel. Our state-run vaccination sites will be impacted by the storm again […]

Source: NYS Offices for the Aging setting up vaccine appointments for the elderly | NCPR News

Due to the State of Emergency declared by Governor Cuomo today, Peru Central School District will be in full remote instruction tomorrow, February 2nd. Thank you. — Peru Central School District District Office

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Plattsburgh, February 1, 2021. Cases of COVID-19 increased significantly following the winter holiday season, leaving health officials concerned about this year’s Super Bowl and the celebrations that may accompany it.  “The Super Bowl is an event I look forward to each year,” stated John Kanoza, Director of Public Health in Clinton County. “This year we […]

*Attention* Covid-19 Cases are increasing in Franklin County. 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 […]

Winter Weather Advisory from MON 4:00 PM EST until WED 7:00 AM EST Action Recommended Execute a pre-planned activity identified in the instructions Issued By Burlington – VT, US, National Weather Service Affected Area Most of central and northern Vermont, as well as parts of northern New York, including the northern Saint Lawrence Valley and […]

Since our 1/29 update, 95 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD asks residents to continue following all of the safety practices we have been encouraging all along. Reduce contact and the length of time you spend with those who do not live in your household. When you are out in the community, […]

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