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Archive for April, 2021

State budget includes money to manage, protect Adirondack and Catskill visitors | Adirondack Explorer

Source: State budget includes money to manage, protect Adirondack and Catskill visitors | Adirondack Explorer

Winter Fish Kills  – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Winter Fish Kills  – The Adirondack Almanack

NY unveils new property-tax credit. Here’s how you qualify.

Source: NY unveils new property-tax credit. Here’s how you qualify.

City & State Albany Agenda

Source: City & State Albany Agenda

Stefanik Reacts to Biden’s Executive Orders

Washington – Today President Joseph Biden directed the Justice Department to write a new rule for so-called “ghost guns,” firearms that are sold in kits that can be assembled at home. Ghost guns generally do not have serial numbers, and there’s no federal requirement for buyers to undergo a background check, making the proliferation of […]

Assemblyman Jones Helps Secure $275,000 for North Country Chamber of Commerce

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that he helped secure $275,000 to support the North Country Chamber of Commerce in the 2021-22 state budget. “The North Country Chamber of Commerce is a critical resource not only for our local communities but for all of New York State,” Jones said. “The organization and its dedicated staff have […]

Vermont and New York total solar eclipse in 2024: Looking ahead

Source: Vermont and New York total solar eclipse in 2024: Looking ahead

Stewart’s Shops is Sharing Again Employees Now Own Over 40% of the Company

 April 8, 2021 – Just last week, 2,850 Partners received their 2020 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) statements. Their accounts received approximately 20% growth and a $19 million contribution, which is about 19% of their 2020 pay. Stewart’s Shops employees now own over 40% of the company through profit sharing. There are now 105 Partners […]

Peru School Board Regular Monthly Meeting April 2021

The Peru CSD Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 6:00 PM in the High School Cafeteria.  As part of the meeting, the Board will conduct their fifth 21-22 budget workshop, along with public hearings on the Code of Conduct and the Districtwide Safety Plan.  It is […]

Clinton County April 8th COVID-19 Report: Positive +35, Deaths +0

Since our 4/7 update, 35 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. According to NYSDOH 1,013 people tested in Clinton County on 4/6. As of 4/6, 7-day average % positive in Clinton County = 2.3%. – Vaccination information: https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/ or http://www.clintonhealth.org/covid19vaccine/ […]

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik: Calling All NY-21 Student Artists!

This is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the nation, as well as in our Congressional District each spring. This competition is open to all North Country high school students. The winning submission will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year! Submission Requirements: Artwork may be up to 26 inches […]

Schumer: Restaurant Relief Grants Start in 3 Weeks

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer said Tuesday a $28.6 billion grant program Congress created to boost struggling restaurants will start serving clients in about three weeks. Throughout the country, food service and hospitality businesses — like restaurants, bars and hotels — have been among the hardest hit […]

Mobile sports betting has come to New York. But is anybody happy with the plan? – syracuse.com

Source: Mobile sports betting has come to New York. But is anybody happy with the plan? – syracuse.com

What’s in store for New York nonprofits in the state budget

Source: What’s in store for New York nonprofits in the state budget

Commuter airline to offer Burlington-Boston connection

Source: Commuter airline to offer Burlington-Boston connection

CVPH Paver Orders Due April 30

  Located on the front lawn of the hospital, the Circle of Healing & Hope provides a place for people to find solace and comfort in an outdoor setting. The Circle and its winding paths are filled with granite pavers honoring loved ones and commemorating life. Pavers are installed once a year and honored each summer at […]

Peru Man Arrested For Making Meth

05 April 2021 On March 31, 2021, State Police arrested 34-year-old Stephen T. Ales of Peru, following a report that Ales was manufacturing methamphetamine in his residence on Mark Way in the town of Peru. Ales was found in possession of multiple precursors used in the manufacture of methamphetamine. The New York State Police Contaminated […]

New York business groups criticize corporate tax surcharge in new state budget – syracuse.com

Source: New York business groups criticize corporate tax surcharge in new state budget – syracuse.com

NY budget mandates $15-a-month broadband for low-income households; ‘this is vital’ – syracuse.com

Source: NY budget mandates $15-a-month broadband for low-income households; ‘this is vital’ – syracuse.com

NY budget has more than $2 billion for child-care workers, working families – syracuse.com

Source: NY budget has more than $2 billion for child-care workers, working families – syracuse.com

State budget includes $2.4 billion for rent relief: Here’s who is eligible – syracuse.com

Source: State budget includes $2.4 billion for rent relief: Here’s who is eligible – syracuse.com

NY budget makes nursing home operators spend more on staffing, take smaller profits – syracuse.com

Source: NY budget makes nursing home operators spend more on staffing, take smaller profits – syracuse.com

‘I got my life back’: Syracuse’s innovative way of battling suicide makes a difference – syracuse.com

Source: ‘I got my life back’: Syracuse’s innovative way of battling suicide makes a difference – syracuse.com

Vaccine Refusal May Put Herd Immunity At Risk, Researchers Warn | Vermont Public Radio

Source: Vaccine Refusal May Put Herd Immunity At Risk, Researchers Warn | Vermont Public Radio

The Harmony Golf Club at Port Kent is Open

It’s Been a While…But We are open for the 2021 Season!. The course is in great shape! We are open daily at 8:00 AM with carts available! We are not currently accepting tee times, drive-in and tee off Cash or check is preferred but credit cards are accepted. We are following Covid-19 protocols! Hope to […]