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Archive for October, 2021

Many races go begging in November election | Sun Community News ELIZABETHTOWN | Voters will go to the polls Nov. 2 in an off-year election notable for the number of races that are unopposed.

Essex County, but the problem applies in Clinton County Source: Many races go begging in November election | Sun Community News ELIZABETHTOWN | Voters will go to the polls Nov. 2 in an off-year election notable for the number of races that are unopposed.

DiNAPOLI: LOCAL SALES TAX COLLECTIONS UP 20% IN THIRD QUARTER 

Statewide Local Sales Tax Collections Higher Than Pre-Pandemic Levels Local sales tax collections totaled $5.2 billion in the third quarter (July-September of 2021), up $861 million (20%) from the same period last year and continuing the trend of exceeding pre-pandemic levels, according to a report released today from State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Local sales […]

DEC on Hiking Parking Permits – Mountain Lake PBS

Source: DEC on Hiking Parking Permits – Mountain Lake PBS

The Time Warp again! Rocky Horror live in Plattsburgh – Mountain Lake PBS

Source: The Time Warp again! Rocky Horror live in Plattsburgh – Mountain Lake PBS

Couple who died in camper fire remembered | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Source: Couple who died in camper fire remembered | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

33 additional COVID-19 positives, As of 10/26 ninety hospitalized in North Country Region with fourteen in ICU

Since our 10/27 update, 33 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. 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 every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848. To […]

“Pumpkin to Compost” Drop-Off on November 6

Each year Americans dispose of 2 billion pumpkins after they have served their purposes adorning our stoops and porches, according to a recent article in Atlantic magazine. Rotting organic material, such as pumpkins and their innards, when buried in a landfill produce methane – a potent greenhouse gas. AdkAction’s Compost for Good team is announcing […]

Rita Wilson: Search continues to find missing woman with dementia

Source: Rita Wilson: Search continues to find missing woman with dementia

GOP rails against ballot props in Plattsburgh | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: GOP rails against ballot props in Plattsburgh | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Vermont’s unemployment system now runs on a modern mainframe in New York – VTDigger

Source: Vermont’s unemployment system now runs on a modern mainframe in New York – VTDigger

New York state Trooper charged with murder in Thruway pursuit, crash that killed 11-year-old – syracuse.com

Source: New York state Trooper charged with murder in Thruway pursuit, crash that killed 11-year-old – syracuse.com

Hochul on Covid vaccines for younger kids: ‘It is imminent’ – syracuse.com

Source: Hochul on Covid vaccines for younger kids: ‘It is imminent’ – syracuse.com

Why flooding from an early season nor’easter caught CNY – and forecasters – off guard – syracuse.com

Source: Why flooding from an early season nor’easter caught CNY – and forecasters – off guard – syracuse.com

AP Sources: Letitia James will run for New York governor – Oneida Dispatch

Source: AP Sources: Letitia James will run for New York governor – Oneida Dispatch

Quarantining students is an educational nightmare. Is it still worth it? | NCPR News

Source: Quarantining students is an educational nightmare. Is it still worth it? | NCPR News

78 year-old Redford woman with dementia still missing | NCPR News

Source: 78 year-old Redford woman with dementia still missing | NCPR News

Who needs to get a COVID-19 booster shot? A North Country infectious disease specialist weighs in. | NCPR News

Source: Who needs to get a COVID-19 booster shot? A North Country infectious disease specialist weighs in. | NCPR News

Nova Bus electric fleet on display at State Transit Expo | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH 

Source: Nova Bus electric fleet on display at State Transit Expo | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Nova Bus has unveiled for the first time in North America its new 100 percent electric, long-range dual charging bus at the New York Public Transit Association conf

Nighthawks claim CVAC regular season title in boys XC | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Source: Nighthawks claim CVAC regular season title in boys XC | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The Peru varsity boys cross country team scored wins of 19-42 over Plattsburgh High and 21-34 over Saranac in claiming the CVAC regular season title Oct. 26 on the Pla

SUNY Plattsburgh and CCC launch dual admissions program | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Source: SUNY and CCC launch dual admissions program | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | A new dual admissions program at SUNY Plattsburgh and Clinton Community College will help students seamlessly move from two-year to a four-year degree programs at the North Coun

It ain’t over folks – 30 additional COVID-19 positives

Since our 10/26 update, 30 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. 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 every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848. To […]

Make your calendar to either vote early, cast an absentee ballot or vote in-person

Peru has only one contested election; nevertheless, It’s very important that voters turn out to choose a town justice, James Kirby or Scott Thurber, and to cast a ballot for all candidates. It’s also important to vote on the five statewide proposals. It’s all part of being a citizen of these United States. In-person voting […]

2021 Statewide Ballot Proposals | New York State Board of Elections

New York State Board of Elections outlines the proposals appearing on the 2021 Election Ballot. Look for the pros and cons on the web. Source: 2021 Statewide Ballot Proposals | New York State Board of Elections

Pioneering Cardinal Women’s Basketball Coach Honored with Endowment, Office Dedication | SUNY Plattsburgh

Source: Pioneering Cardinal Women’s Basketball Coach Honored with Endowment, Office Dedication | SUNY Plattsburgh

SUNY Plattsburgh Police release report on student traffic stop | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: UP release report on student traffic stop | Local News | pressrepublican.com