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Archive for March, 2021

The science behind maple syrup | NCPR News

Source: The science behind maple syrup | NCPR News

Despite national trends, north country Republican Party seeing slow growth, Democrats losing ground | State News | nny360.com

Source: Despite national trends, north country Republican Party seeing slow growth, Democrats losing ground | State News | nny360.com

IRS Extends Filing Deadlines

The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced that the federal income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year will be automatically extended from April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021. The IRS will be providing formal guidance in the coming days. “This continues to be a tough time for many […]

Loss of Institutional Memory at the APA – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Loss of Institutional Memory at the APA – – The Adirondack Almanack

Spam callers get record $225 million fine from FCC

Source: Spam callers get record $225 million fine from FCC

Syracuse University suspends in-person dining, increases testing as Covid outbreak grows – syracuse.com

Source: Syracuse University suspends in-person dining, increases testing as Covid outbreak grows – syracuse.com

Assemblyman Jones: Assembly Proposal Supports North Country Agriculture

               Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that the Assembly budget proposal includes significant funding for agricultural programs that support farming communities and increase food security for all New Yorkers.                “As we continue fighting and recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, we must work to protect and invest in our communities,” said Jones. “The pandemic has […]

White House Announces $10 Billion For COVID-19 Testing In Schools | NCPR News

Source: White House Announces $10 Billion For COVID-19 Testing In Schools | NCPR News

Stimulus and taxes: How to shield up to $10,200 in unemployment benefits from income taxes – syracuse.com

Source: Stimulus and taxes: How to shield up to $10,200 in unemployment benefits from income taxes – syracuse.com

Governor Andrew Cuomo’s March 17th COVID-19 Update

March 17, 2021. As of today, New York has administered seven million vaccine shots to eligible New Yorkers, which is great progress. Earlier today, I got the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at the Mount Neboh Baptist Church vaccination site to help spread a key message that all the vaccines work, all of them are safe […]

New York Gov. Cuomo lifts curfew for gyms, bowling alleys; restaurants not included

Source: New York Gov. Cuomo lifts curfew for gyms, bowling alleys; restaurants not included

The latest on vaccine rollout in New York

Source: The latest on vaccine rollout in New York

Local reps push for new school social-distancing guidelines | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Source: Local reps push for new school social-distancing guidelines | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Sen. Dan Stec and Assemblyman Matt Simpson are now leading a push in Albany to revise current social distancing guidelines for in-person learning.

Plattsburgh on musical map thanks to nonprofit  | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | With a population of under 20,000 people, Plattsburgh doesn’t seem like an ideal stop for musical acts. 

Source: Plattsburgh on musical map thanks to nonprofit  | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | With a population of under 20,000 people, Plattsburgh doesn’t seem like an ideal stop for musical acts. 

The North Country is losing child care providers at an ‘alarming rate’ | NCPR News

Source: The North Country is losing child care providers at an ‘alarming rate’ | NCPR News

Clinton County March 17 COVID-19 Report: Positives +13, Deaths +0

Since our 3/16 update, 13 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD HAS COVID-19 VACCINATION APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. The vaccination clinic is scheduled for Thursday, March 18 in the gymnasium at Clinton Community College. Eligible residents include: • Those 60 years or older. • Those 18 years or older with a NYS identified comorbidity. […]

City & State Albany Agenda

Source: City & State Albany Agenda

Gus’ Red Hots To Reopen

Fesette Realty is pleased to announce the purchase of beloved landmark restaurant, Gus’ Red Hots, by locals, Rob Steele and his wife Jennette. They aim to carry on the legacy left by the previous owners, the Lambrinos family. Rob and Jennette have a tentative opening date of late April to early May. While they intend […]

Eligible for Covid vaccines Wednesday: Janitors, some nonprofit workers, more – syracuse.com

Source: Eligible for Covid vaccines Wednesday: Janitors, some nonprofit workers, more – syracuse.com

NY Gov. Cuomo should resign if state AG’s investigation confirms sexual harassment allegations, President Biden says – syracuse.com

Source: NY Gov. Cuomo should resign if state AG’s investigation confirms sexual harassment allegations, President Biden says – syracuse.com

Adirondack 46er was a “shell of himself” after battling COVID | NCPR News

But for some people who got sick in the last year, like 34-year-old Jacob Avery from Plattsburgh, COVID has impacted their lives forever. Source: Adirondack 46er was a “shell of himself” after battling COVID | NCPR News

Erin go bragh: Irish heritage stories – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Erin go bragh: Irish heritage stories – – The Adirondack Almanack

Police warn against impaired driving on St. Patrick’s Day

Source: Police warn against impaired driving on St. Patrick’s Day

Bob Smith, Owner of Nine Platt Group, Best Western Plus, Named 62nd Irishman of the Year

From the North County Chamber of Commerce Updated with additional information 3/18/21 Plattsburgh – 3/17/2021 – The North Country Chamber of Commerce has been hosting the St.Patrick’s Day event for more than 60 years. After a rough 2020, we came back this year– virtually, but that did not stop us from some IrishShenanigans! This special […]

NY Lawmakers Set to Pass ‘HALT’ Bill to Limit Use of Solitary Confinement

Source: NY Lawmakers Set to Pass ‘HALT’ Bill to Limit Use of Solitary Confinement