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Archive for August, 2021

North Country Women Were Not Silent in Suffrage Fight

It’s time for the Run for Jon

Donlan Wealth Management is pleased to present… The Thirty First Annual Run for Jon Last year, in 2020, an outstanding field of runners, walkers, baby joggers and 3 person teams once again participated in person and virtually to raise money for the Jonathan Evans Memorial Fund, the proceeds of which benefit local families who have […]

State to schools: You’re on your own | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: State to schools: You’re on your own | Local News | pressrepublican.com

‘Dr. Fauci,’ a New York Times bestseller for Plattsburgh author | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: ‘Dr. Fauci,’ a New York Times bestseller for Plattsburgh author | Local News | pressrepublican.com

The Battle is Back: Battle of Plattsburgh returning after virtual COVID year | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: The Battle is Back: Battle of Plattsburgh returning after virtual COVID year | News | pressrepublican.com

Enjoy “Just US” at Heyworth Mason Park This Coming Sunday Evening

The Town of Peru’s Sunday evening concert series continues on Sunday, August 15th with the “Just Us” Band. Enjoy them from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Heyworth Mason Park. The park is located adjacent to the Tops Plaza. Click here to view the band’s website. 

CCHD  Recommended Precautions for Extreme Heat 

Plattsburgh, August 9, 2021. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is urging residents to prepare for the extreme heat forecasted by staying cool, hydrated and informed. High temperatures and heat indexes can pose serious health risks, especially for certain populations. Take precautions and learn the signs and symptoms of heat related illnesses.  “The extreme temperatures […]

Clinton County Reports 19 Additional Lab-Confirmed Covid Cases Since Last Thursday

Since our 8/5 update, 19 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Note: Our next case update will be posted on Thursday, August 12. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list of Clinton County COVID-19 testing providers can be found at www.clintonhealth.org/covid19. – CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics […]

Book carnival coming to Champlain Centre | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH 

“The book carnival will send each child home with a free book…” Source: Book carnival coming to Champlain Centre | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Area families are encouraged to celebrate summer learning and take part in an upcoming book carnival with games, crafts and more.

Road work planned for Route 86 starting Aug. 9 | Sun Community News WILMINGTON | 

“The stretch of Route 86-known as The Notch- will be reduced to a single lane with alternating traffic flows on weekdays between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. The work is slated to facilitate drainage repairs.” Source: Road work planned for Route 86 starting Aug. 9 | Sun Community News WILMINGTON | Local drivers will see […]

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, August 11th

Spaghetti Garden Salad Garlic Bread Dessert   Served 4:30 to 5:30 pm. (Take-out only) at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru.   All are welcome at our table.

Then Again: Quirky and curious events helped to create Burlington – VTDigger

Source: Then Again: Quirky and curious events helped to create Burlington – VTDigger

Historic enrollment leaves UVM and Middlebury College strapped for housing – VTDigger

Source: Historic enrollment leaves UVM and Middlebury College strapped for housing – VTDigger

Major Report Warns Climate Change Is Accelerating And Humans Must Cut Emissions Now | Vermont Public Radio

“Global climate change is accelerating and human emissions of greenhouse gases are the overwhelming cause, according to a landmark report released Monday by the United Nations. There is still time to avoid catastrophic warming this century, but only if countries around the world stop burning fossil fuels as quickly as possible, the authors warn.” Source: […]

Remembering Irene, 10 years later: The Flooding of Styles Brook – The Adirondack Almanack

“Styles Brook originates in the Jay Mountain Wilderness area descending 2187 feet until it reaches the East Branch of the Ausable River at 766ft at a bridge on Route 9N – halfway between the Hamlets of Keene and Upper Jay.  Approximately eight to eleven inches of rain fell over a ten-hour period August 28, 2011 […]

Investigation into Vermont National Guard documents ‘good old boy’ culture – VTDigger

Source: Investigation into Vermont National Guard documents ‘good old boy’ culture – VTDigger

Cuomo’s top aide Melissa DeRosa resigns – syracuse.com

Source: Cuomo’s top aide Melissa DeRosa resigns – syracuse.com

Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul moves into spotlight as scandal roils Cuomo’s reign – syracuse.com

Source: Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul moves into spotlight as scandal roils Cuomo’s reign – syracuse.com

Cuomo digs in, shows no sign of heeding calls to resign – syracuse.com

Source: Cuomo digs in, shows no sign of heeding calls to resign – syracuse.com

U.S. boaters soon allowed into Canadian waters | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Source: U.S. boaters soon allowed into Canadian waters | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Following more than a year of pandemic closure and controversial policies involving international waters, Canada will soon allow U.S. recreational boaters into their waters w

Grant to fund Poke-O renovation | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Grant to fund Poke-O renovation | Local News | pressrepublican.com

State officials see infrastructure bill as ‘game changer’ for North Country manufacturers | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: State officials see infrastructure bill as ‘game changer’ for North Country manufacturers | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Clinton Correctional Facility names first woman superintendent | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Clinton Correctional Facility names first woman superintendent | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Senior Center opens in Plattsburgh | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Senior Center opens in Plattsburgh | News | pressrepublican.com

A tagged Monarch Butterfly from Paul Smith’s found in Mexico – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: A tagged Monarch Butterfly from Paul Smith’s found in Mexico – The Adirondack Almanack