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Source: Town of Plattsburgh looks to honor 9/11 response trooper | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | In 2017, the nation and community mourned the loss of New York State Police Trooper Brian Falb following a long battle with brain cancer stemming from his assignmen

Rifenburg Contracting will be closing Elm Street from Sanborn Lane to 22B intersection (Town Park entrance) tomorrow September 10th from 7 am till 5 pm There will be NO through traffic during this time.  Emergency vehicles will have limited access to that section of the road

From the office of NYS Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli The historic surge in unemployment claims at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic rapidly depleted the New York State Unemployment Insurance (UI) Trust Fund, resulting in the state borrowing from the federal government to pay claims. State UI tax rates have already risen to the highest level […]

Former Treasurer of Essex County Agricultural Society Stole Over $60K From Organization State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Franklin County District Attorney Craig Carriero and the New York State Police announced that Bridget Brown, former treasurer of the Essex County Agricultural Society (the Society), has been arrested for allegedly stealing more than $60,000 in funds from […]

Clinton County Historical Association and Old Base Museum Campus Schedule of Events FOR A FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND DETAILS, PLEASE VISIT ww.1814inc.com Each person visiting the CCHA museum or taking the walking tour of the Oval will receive a ticket for $1 off a pint of beer at Oval Craft Brewing. THURSDAY – SEPTEMBER […]

Since our 9/8 update, 18 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD strongly recommends that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, return to mask wearing in indoor public places and crowded outdoor settings. If you are sick, or awaiting test results, please stay home and contact your primary care provider. Here are links to […]

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of the multi-faceted statewide #VaxtoSchool campaign to support increasing COVID-19 vaccination rates among school-aged New Yorkers, furthering the administration’s commitment to making the health and well-being of students, teachers and families a top priority. As part of this campaign, the Governor announced a new, dedicated website at ny.gov/vaxtoschool with […]

Source: Coronavirus in NY: Cases, maps, charts and resources

Source: Covid vaccine mandate for kids is ‘an option,’ Hochul says – syracuse.com

Since our 9/7 update, 14 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD strongly recommends that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, return to mask wearing in indoor public places and crowded outdoor settings. CCHD also urges residents to stay home and seek medical care and testing if they are experiencing any symptoms consistent with […]

Source: Crisie Luebbers: Grand jury to meet this week on case

Source: Clinton County DMV closes due to COVID exposure | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Most NYS School Districts Saw Student Enrollment Drops From 2010-2020 – The Adirondack Almanack

“After a delay of well over a year, the former New York Yankees shortstop and captain will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Wednesday along with fellow class of 2020 members Ted Simmons, Larry Walker and the late Marvin Miller, whose efforts on the labor front changed the game.” Source: Finally, Derek […]

Source: Fall foliage in Upstate NY: Why leaves change different colors (video) – syracuse.com

“This is what makes getting vaccinated and layering protections so important. These are actions that break the chain of transmission and limits COVID-19 proliferation that allows for the virus to mutate into something that could be more dangerous.” Source: New ‘mu’ variant of Covid found in 49 states; may be more contagious than delta – […]

Source: FBI opens criminal probe into 3 troopers over fake Covid-19 vaccination cards – VTDigger

Source: 5 Upstate NY counties seeing highest Covid case rates; most of state in red zone – syracuse.com

The Clinton County Historical Association invites you to attend an unveiling of four Wayside Exhibits/Interpretative Panels on the Museum lawn on Friday, 10 September at 3 p.m.  In case of inclement weather, unveiling will be canceled due to space limitations inside the Museum.  Speakers will be:  John Krueger, former City of Plattsburgh Historian who was […]

Source: 20 years later, Mohawk ironworkers reflect on unique connection to 9/11 | NCPR News

North Bend from State Route 22 to TD Bank parking lot will be closed for tomorrow Wednesday, September 8th @ 7 am til 5 pm to install sewer lines and manholes.  TD Bank customers will have to park on State Route 22 and all drive thru customers will only be allowed to exit right onto […]

Since our 9/3 update, 61 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD strongly recommends that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, return to mask wearing in indoor public places and crowded outdoor settings. CCHD also recommends residents avoid large gatherings. If residents have attended a large gathering they should monitor for symptoms and mask […]

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce New York will not pay to extend COVID-19 unemployment benefits for the 1.6 million state residents receiving them when the related federal programs expire at the end of Sunday, Gov. Kathy Hochul said. Speaking at an unrelated press conference in Manhattan, Hochul claimed to have her hands tied by […]

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce The North Country Chamber of Commerce is pleased to report that nearly $3 million in Shuttered Venue Operator Grant (SVOG) funding has been approved for local businesses and nonprofits. As reported by the U.S. Small Business Administration, area businesses awarded funds now include: Lake Placid Sinfonietta – $9,439 […]