Starting in October some of your mail could take a little longer to arrive. The Postal Service issued a public notice last week announcing one to two days are being added to the service standard for certain First-Class Mail and Periodicals. Officials say 61% of first class mail will remain at current standards.
Plan for delays if you need to use a section of State Route 86 in the Town of Wilmington known as “the notch”. State Crews will be working starting today through October to make drainage repairs with alternating one-way traffic through the area. Work hours are 6:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Essex County reveals its plans for an equestrian center and trail system on 100 acres it owns in North Hudson. According to the Explorer there will be a riding area and trails for both horses and mountain bike riders. The site is situated off Exit 29 on the Northway.
Governor Andrew Cuomo’s top aide resigned late Sunday as her former boss faces impeachment over sexual harrassment allegations. Melissa DeRosa released a statement saying it has been the greatest honor of her life to serve the people of New York for the past 10 years. As secretary to the governor DeRosa held the highest appointed … Read more
The American Red Cross is putting out an urgent call for blood donors as demand is up. Most needed is O type blood but all types are being accepted. Go to redcrossblood.org to find a nearby donation site. Those who donate by Aug. 15 could win a trip to the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival … Read more
Attorney General Letitia James issued an alert to protect New Yorkers from the dangers of fake coronavirus vaccination cards. Legitimate CDC vaccination cards are provided to individuals once they receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Individuals are urged not to share pictures of this card online or on social media, or to at least blur out private … Read more
The State Department of Environmental Conservation is now selling hunting and trapping licenses along with Deer Management Permits for the 2021-2022 season. Purchases can be made at the DEC’s website, at any one of DEC’s license-issuing agents or by telephone at 866-933-2257. Licenses and permits are valid from Sept. 1 through Aug. 31 of next … Read more
New York unveils the Excelsior Pass Plus program which allows individuals to show they’ve received the COVID-19 vaccine or have a negative COVID-19 test. Officials say the enhanced program adds features to expand travel and commerce opportunities. Over 3 million passes were issued since the program was launched earlier this year.
If you’re planning to go to this year’s New York State Fair be sure to buy your admission tickets before leaving home as they will not be sold at the gate. Tickets and parking vouchers are only being sold online or by phone. The Fair opens Aug. 20.
Adirondack Health is again requiring COVID-19 tests for all inpatient admissions and elective surgical procedures, regardless of vaccination status. Officials say the requirement was reinstated because the North Country regional COVID-19 positivity rate has increased to 2.4%. percent, necessitating the change in testing policy. Appointments and pre-registration are still required. To schedule a COVID-19 test … Read more