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Archive for December 16th, 2021

Stefanik votes along party lines against three bills | NCPR News

Source: Stefanik votes along party lines against three bills | NCPR News

Multiple people taken to hospital after crash in Plattsburgh

Source: Multiple people taken to hospital after crash in Plattsburgh

Governor Hochul Announces Appointments to Adirondack Road Salt Reduction Task Force

Source: Governor Hochul Announces Appointments to Adirondack Road Salt Reduction Task Force

Making every child’s Christmas very special

  By John T. Ryan   It’s been a busy two days for Brandy McDonald. At 3 p.m. today, he loaded his sixth load of toys to bring to local children. He wasn’t sure the remaining toys would fit into his big SUV. There might be trip #7. Bringing gifts to children is McDonald’s personal […]

Winter storm forecast for Vermont, New York: How much to expect

Source: Winter storm forecast for Vermont, New York: How much to expect

69 additional Clinton County COVID-19 lab positives reported

Since our 12/15 update, 69 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has added appointment times for today’s COVID-19 Vaccination clinic. Visit www.clintonhealth.org/covid19vaccine to select an appointment time for your does 1, dose 2, dose 3, or booster of Pfizer or Moderna. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full […]

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA – On Saturday, December 18th annual ceremony and laying of wreaths at the Old Post Cemetery. 

Just after World War Two, the War Department said it was going to close the Post Cemetery and relocate the remains. If that had happened, we wouldn’t be having a ceremony this year. The Plattsburgh Press-Republican of January 8, 1947, carried the story. VETERANS HERE WOULD MAINTAIN POST CEMETERY “Plattsburgh Post No. 20 American Legion […]

Akwesasne officials release first three cannabis cultivation licenses | NorthCountryNow

Source: Akwesasne officials release first three cannabis cultivation licenses | NorthCountryNow

St. Regis Mohawk Tribe awarded $1M from Indian Community Block Grant | NorthCountryNow

Source: St. Regis Mohawk Tribe awarded $1M from Indian Community Block Grant | NorthCountryNow

Mold-Rite Plastics to change name | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Source: Mold-Rite Plastics to change name | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | On Dec. 10 in a letter to employees Mold-Rite Plastics announced that it will be changing its name to Mold-Rite Packaging.

COVID-19 vaccines for 5-11-year-olds are here! How do you get one?

New York State Dept. of Health  “Walk-In” Clinic – Saturday, Dec. 18th, 11 am – 3 pm: ages 5-11, and 12+ initial series, all vax brands available – YMCA 52 US Oval Plattsburgh   Many local pharmacies are offering appointments THIS WEEK! Check with your pediatric office to learn more about their plan for the […]

EDITORIAL: Chamber Relieved That Canada is Not Now Reimposing Border Restrictions

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce “While the Canadian Government has been actively considering possible new restrictions on international travel,” notes Garry Douglas, President of the North Country Chamber of Commerce, “we are pleased that for the time being at least, they have decided to advise Canadians not to travel internationally but are not […]

Farm workers angered after NY labor department delays action on 40-hour work week | WAMC

Source: Farm workers angered after NY labor department delays action on 40-hour work week | WAMC

‘Unrelenting violence’: Assaults on NY prison staff reach record high | Politics | auburnpub.com

Source: ‘Unrelenting violence’: Assaults on NY prison staff reach record high | Politics | auburnpub.com

NY wage board delays decision on farmworker overtime threshold | Politics | auburnpub.com

Source: NY wage board delays decision on farmworker overtime threshold | Politics | auburnpub.com

Border Concerns: Douglas slams upcoming vaccine requirement for essential travelers | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Border Concerns: Douglas slams upcoming vaccine requirement for essential travelers | News | pressrepublican.com

Nursing away from home: Vermont’s shortage a boon for traveling nurses – VTDigger

Source: Nursing away from home: Vermont’s shortage a boon for travelers – VTDigger

Tim McGraw to perform at St. Joe’s Amp in Syracuse: See 2022 concert lineup – syracuse.com

Source: Tim McGraw to perform at St. Joe’s Amp in Syracuse: See 2022 concert lineup – syracuse.com