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+18 Additional Covid Positives Over 24-Hour Period

Since our 10/4 update, 18 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. – […]

+96 Additional Covid Positives Over Weekend

Since our 10/1 update, 96 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. – […]

Peru elementary students temporarily remote amid new cases | Sun Community News PERU 

Source: Peru elementary students temporarily remote amid new cases | Sun Community News PERU | As the Clinton County Health Department reported 96 new cases in the last three days, some Peru Central School District students are now temporarily remote due to a rece

Additional Covid Positives continue at a high rate +43 reported today

Since our 9/30 update, 43 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Exposure Notification: Residents who attended ‘Kitty Fest 2021’ for Animal Rescue Welfare Services on September 25, 2021 may have been exposed to COVID-19. The Clinton County Health Department recommends that residents self-monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 over the 14-day period from the […]

 Potential COVID-19 Exposure 

Peru, October 1, 2021. Residents who attended ‘Kitty Fest 2021’ for Animal Rescue Welfare Services on September 25, 2021 may have been exposed to COVID-19. The Clinton County Health Department recommends that residents self-monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 over the 14-day period from the date of the potential exposure. Symptoms include, but are not limited […]

7 leave Adirondack Health over vaccine rule | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Source: 7 leave Adirondack Health over vaccine rule | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Officials: North Country child care services in crisis | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Officials: North Country child care services in crisis | News | pressrepublican.com

Parents share stories of COVID schooling | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Parents share stories of COVID schooling | News | pressrepublican.com

+36 Additional Covid Positives Reported Today

Since our 9/29 update, 36 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 thirty-seven. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list […]

+41 Additional Covid Positives Reported on Wednesday

Since our 9/28 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 thirty-six. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list […]

Social Security cost-of-living hike coming, but might not matter for many – syracuse.com

“Much of the extra cash will probably be consumed by higher prices and rising Medicare premiums, according to The Motley Fool, a finance website.” Source: Social Security cost-of-living hike coming, but might not matter for many – syracuse.com

Onondaga County reveals number of Covid breakthrough cases – syracuse.com

“Breakthrough Covid-19 cases have occurred in about 1% of Onondaga County residents who were fully vaccinated against the virus.” Source: Onondaga County reveals number of Covid breakthrough cases – syracuse.com

Mary Bassett chosen to lead New York state’s health department

Source: Mary Bassett chosen to lead New York state’s health department

Champlain Valley medical centers lose staff on first day of vaccine mandate | NCPR News

Source: Champlain Valley medical centers lose staff on first day of vaccine mandate | NCPR News

33 out at North Country hospitals over vaccine refusals | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: 33 out at North Country hospitals over vaccine refusals | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine for kids may not be available until November – syracuse.com

Source: Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine for kids may not be available until November – syracuse.com

CCHD to Offer COVID-19 Booster Shots 

Plattsburgh, September 28, 2021. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has approved booster shots for eligible individuals who have received the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) will begin offering COVID-19 boosters for eligible individuals Thursday, September 30, 2021. Residents who are eligible can register for a CCHD clinic regardless […]

+57 Additional Covid Positives in 24-Hour Period

Since our 9/27 update, 57 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. – […]

Trick-or-treating outdoors this Halloween is ‘absolutely’ safe, CDC director says – syracuse.com

Source: Trick-or-treating outdoors this Halloween is ‘absolutely’ safe, CDC director says – syracuse.com

Syracuse nursing homes report staff vaccination surge ahead of NY deadline – syracuse.com

Source: Syracuse nursing homes report staff vaccination surge ahead of NY deadline – syracuse.com

Area hospitals boost pay | Sun Community News ELIZABETHTOWN | 

Source: Area hospitals boost pay | Sun Community News ELIZABETHTOWN | Reflective of structural changes within the Adirondack labor force, two hospitals operating within Essex County have announced wage increases for lower income employees, creating a base pay of $

Keeseville Elementary now remote as new cases reported | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

“On Sept. 27, as Saranac Elementary School returned to campus following a week-long switch to remote instruction there, Keeseville Elementary began its first day on a temporary remote basis due to an increase of cases at that school.” Source: Keeseville Elementary now remote as new cases reported | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | As Clinton […]

Northern Tier teens arrested for felony arson | Sun Community News CHAMPLAIN | Three teens have been arrested after they allegedly broke into a shed, stole gasoline and then ignited a fire that caused damage to a local home.

Source: Northern Tier teens arrested for felony arson | Sun Community News CHAMPLAIN | Three teens have been arrested after they allegedly broke into a shed, stole gasoline and then ignited a fire that caused damage to a local home.

N.Y. unveils Pfizer COVID-19 booster plan and new website | Sun Community News ALBANY 

“In accordance with CDC’s recommendations, which were officially endorsed by New York Sept. 24, there are four groups of New Yorkers now eligible for COVID-19 booster doses. Pfizer vaccine recipients are now eligible for a booster dose if they are 65 and older or residents in long-term care facilities or are 50-64 of age with […]

Hochul to sign emergency order to ease hospital staffing shortages over vaccine mandate | NCPR News

Source: Hochul to sign emergency order to ease hospital staffing shortages over vaccine mandate | NCPR News