In order to be fully vaccinated by the start of the school year, most local students need to have their final COVID vaccine dose by Tuesday, Aug. 24.
CCHD will begin offering free testing outside its office Wednesday.
Hospital official describes testing as a critical public health tool.
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Extension comes days after Canada's announcement that fully vaccinated Americans can travel north across the border beginning Aug. 9.
Congresswoman linked COVID vaccination rates to restarting economy, pointed to availability of the jabs.
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In the face of two breakthrough COVID cases, Dr. Rietsema emphasizes that the majority of COVID deaths are occurring among the unvaccinated.
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Canadian PM announced Thursday that fully vaccinated Americans could be allowed into Canada by mid-August.
Change was made as state ceases financial support Friday. Clinton County will solicit contractors to offer testing.
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Downscaling part of state's shift to localized efforts.
Congresswoman hopes easing of quarantine requirements presents opportunity for restoring cross-border travel.
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Sans development of a binational plan for reopening by July 21, "we should do it on our own," U.S. Senate majority leader says.
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Canadians flew across the border to attend to sailboat stored at Plattsburgh Boat Basin for the first time since the border closure.
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer announced grants for the Strand, Retro Live, Cumberland 12 during Plattsburgh visit.
Such requirements are 100% within employers' authority, Jaci Kelleher said Wednesday.
Jaci Kelleher compares requirements to rules put in place by state during COVID-19 pandemic.
AKWESASNE — Effective Friday, individuals fully vaccinated against COVID-19 are no longer required to wear masks indoors or outdoors under the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe's jurisdiction, with the exception of all tribal facilities, the tribe's Emergency Operations Center announced.
Agency to shift to posting case updates twice a week.
Sen. Schumer urges public strategy for reopening in call to Canadian ambassador.
State downscaling mass vaccination sites in favor of localized efforts.
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Chamber prez decries decision-making process as "one of the worst examples of public policy management."
Visiting hours extended, more support persons allowed for end-of-life situations and Skilled Nursing Facility visits.
Bryce Laughlin's cause of death had been pending since April.
St. Regis Mohawk Tribe reports second occurrence with no new or active cases, or quarantines in the southern portion of Akwesasne.
State continues to await guidance from the state on whether to also make masking optional inside schools, including for those who are unvaccinated.
Vaccinations: About 67 percent of Essex Co. adults have at least one COVID dose.
Clinton County Nursing Home administrator responds to residents' families complaints, requests.
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Jack McAuliffe is one of 10 young New Yorkers who have won a free ride to a SUNY or CUNY school for getting the COVID shot.
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Local agency aims to ease access to COVID-19 vaccines with community clinics at breweries, other businesses.
State says county officials did good job anticipating finances during pandemic
The Torch Academy students will be able to accelerate their learning, add desired coursework.
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Moderna 'safe and effective' for kids age 12 and up, awaits FDA OK.
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Doctor: pandemic spikes adolescent mental health issues.
Wedding venue 'stoked' with mask mandate adjustments.
Health experts credit an efficient rollout of vaccines for the turnaround.
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Union members host event outside hospital amidst ongoing contract negotiations.
Lower-than-expected patient volumes persist at both hospitals.
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PLATTSBURGH — Assemblyman D. Billy Jones Tuesday called on New York to mimic other northern border states now helping to vaccinate Canadian neighbors.
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Tracy Simmons wished she could have 'given back' by being at dying mother's side
Patience as businesses await state guidance, navigate new rules urged.
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Masks can be ditched for vaccinated people starting Wednesday
The decision was made after the state extended a moratorium on foreclosures through Aug. 31.
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ALBANY — New York's long term care facilities have found themselves with acute staffing shortages while facing a sharp drop in admissions as the pandemic has motivated more families to choose other options for caring for frail relatives.
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Governor says state will follow the science
New Yorkers ages 12 to 15 now eligible for Pfizer COVID vaccine.
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Getting vaccinated will help reopen border, lift restrictions on local businesses, chamber president says.
Getting vaccinated about helping family and community, Dr. William Borgos says.
OES director says speculation about state-run COVID vaccine site in Plattsburgh is tied to decreasing demand for first-dose appointments.
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Northern border restrictions keep Can-Am family at a distance for second straight Mom Day.
Elizabethtown residents hear plans from town officials for this season
North Country Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Garry Douglas called the adjustments "a welcome and major next step toward more normal business activity ahead of summer."
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Elizabeth Slessor passed away in Plattsburgh on July 31, 2021 following a brief illness. Services will be announced at a later date. To share memories or condolence, visit the obituary online at www.mbclarkfuneralhome.com.
87, of Malone, passed away peacefully in his home on Aug. 2, 2021. Arrangements are with St. Mary Murphy Funeral Home, 36 Church St., Chateaugay.
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