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62 additional COVID-19 lab positives reported today

Since our 12/16 update, 62 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Note: Our next case update will be posted Monday, December 20, 2021. 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 […]

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 […]

 CCHD COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic to Offer Additional Appointments 12/16/2021 

Plattsburgh, December 15, 2021. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) will be able to expand the COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic scheduled for Thursday, December 16, 2021 with additional staffing provided by the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).  “CCHD has been communicating with the state to secure additional vaccinators, clerical, and other staff members to […]

Clinton County reports 1 additional COVID-19 related death and 26 additional lab positives

Since our 12/14 update, 26 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of an additional COVID-19 related death of a Clinton County resident. This death bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to fifty-five. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list […]

More than a dozen NY counties refusing to enforce state mask mandate – syracuse.com

Source: More than a dozen NY counties refusing to enforce state mask mandate – syracuse.com

Clinton County reports 2 additional COVID-19 related deaths and 47 additional positive cases

Since our 12/13 update, 47 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of two additional COVID-19 related deaths of Clinton County residents. These deaths bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to fifty-four. We have added appointments to our COVID-19 vaccination clinic Thursday, December 16. If […]

A 10-year-old girl’s wish is coming true

Peru – Thanks to a letter to Santa from 10-year-old Liah O’Jida Blair, her mom’s reaction, and many peoples’ generosity, hundreds of local children will enjoy a more joyful Christmas. The young Peru girl wrote to Santa asking him to bring presents to kids whose families can’t get them gifts. Leah’s mom Kirsten Ojida-Blair couldn’t […]

126 additional COVID-19 positives over weekend

Since our 12/10 update, 126 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. Visit www.clintonhealth.org/covid19vaccine to schedule a first, second, third, or booster. […]

Sharing your love at Christmas and Holiday time

Sharing love is on many people’s minds at this time of year. Have you ever considered being a foster parent? It’s one of society’s best ways of sharing love. The Clinton County Department of Social Services is hosting an informational meeting on Tuesday, January 11th. All are welcome and there is no commitment. It will […]

DSS to start new round of foster parent training | News | pressrepublican.com

If you’ve ever considered being a foster parent, read this article (buy the paper if necessary). There are many options that many people are not aware of. Source: DSS to start new round of foster parent training | News | pressrepublican.com

Clinton County reports 64 additional COVID-19 positives

Since our 12/9 update, 64 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Note: Our next case update will be posted on Monday, December 13, 2021. 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 […]

Longtime Veteran Services director honored in Hall of Fame | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | After nearly two decades of service with the United States Air Force, Steven Bowman’s military career then shifted to a lifetime legacy of advocacy that continues

Source: Longtime Veteran Services director honored in Hall of Fame | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | After nearly two decades of service with the United States Air Force, Steven Bowman’s military career then shifted to a lifetime legacy of advocacy that continues

39 additional COVID-19 positives

Since our 12/8 update, 39 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. If you missed the Clinton County Legislature’s Press Conference yesterday (featuring speakers from CCHD and CVPH) a closed captioned version is available on CCHD’s YouTube page (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGq4ovdo2GQ&t=12s). Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list of Clinton County […]

Clinton Co. Office for the Aging offering creative aging classes | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Clinton County Office for the Aging will be offering two additional creative aging classes in 2022 and officials need the public’s help.

Source: Clinton Co. Office for the Aging offering creative aging classes | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Clinton County Office for the Aging will be offering two additional creative aging classes in 2022 and officials need the public’s help.

Steve Bowman, retired Clinton County Services Director, honored by NYS Legislature

Steve Bowman was honored with induction into the New York State Veterans Hall of Fame by NYS Senator Dan Stec, at the Clinton County Legislature’s December 8 session, 2021. Taped by Calvin Castine. Thank you, Calvin!!!!!! Click here to view video 

North Country in state of emergency | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Source: North Country in state of emergency | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Clinton County Legislature Chair Mark Henry led a press conference at the Clinton County Legislature Offices Dec. 8 to discuss the current state of COVID-19 in Clinton County.

Clinton County reports 50 additional COVID-19 positives

As of 11/28, 69% of all Clinton County residents had at least one dose of the vaccine and 65% of residents had completed their vaccine series. 77% of residents 18 years and older have received at least one dose. Since our 12/6 update, 50 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD will be […]

Polystyrene Foam Ban Updates – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Polystyrene Foam Ban Updates – – The Adirondack Almanack

Health Department reports two additional COVID-19 deaths and 51 additional positive cases

As of 12/5, 127 individuals hospitalized (22 ICU) in the North Country Region. Since our 12/6 update, 51 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of two additional COVID-19 related deaths of Clinton County residents. These deaths bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to fifty-two. […]

147 additional COVID-19 positives reported over weekend

Since our 12/3 update, 147 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. Visit www.clintonhealth.org/covid19vaccine to schedule a first, second, third, or booster. […]

50 additional COVID-19 positives reported, As of 12/1, 7-day average % positive in Clinton County = 8.4%.

Since our 12/2 update, 50 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Note: Our next case update will be posted Monday, December 6, 2021. 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 […]

64 additional COVID-19 positives reported

Since our 12/1 update, 64 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. To register call 518-565-4848. To schedule a Pfizer or Moderna […]

Health Dept. Nov. COVID-19 Recap. 24% K-12 students, faculty & staff, 67% not vaccinated

One additional COVID-19 death brings Clinton County’s death total to 50

Since our 11/30 update, 41 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of an additional COVID-19 related death of a Clinton County resident. This death bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to fifty. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list […]

Clinton County reports 1 additional COVID-19 related death and 49 additonal positives

Since our 11/29 update, 49 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of an additional COVID-19 related death of a Clinton County resident. This death bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to forty-nine. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list […]