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weather27 days ago•2 min saved

Massachusetts Weekend Snowstorm Could Dump a Foot, With Bitter Cold to Follow

A weekend winter storm could bring a wide range of snowfall to Massachusetts, with up to half a foot in many areas and isolated totals reaching 10 inches, especially along the coast and in Essex County. Snow is expected to begin after midnight and continue through Saturday, with warnings and advisories in place, and then bitter cold and subzero wind chills on Sunday. Travel could be affected as crews address slippery roads.

via Boston 25 News|

#essex-county #massachusetts #snow

politics28 days ago•5 min saved

Grassroots Surge Reshapes New Jersey’s 11th District Democratic Primary

In New Jersey’s 11th District special election, progressive Analilia Mejia appears to lead the Democratic primary, signaling a shift away from traditional county-endorsed machine politics as grassroots energy challenges the longstanding 'line' in a race that remains too close to call.

via NBC News|

#analilia-mejia #anti-establishment #democratic-primary

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Rep. Mikie Sherrill Enters New Jersey Governor Race with Key Endorsement

U.S. Representative Mikie Sherrill has announced her candidacy for the New Jersey governor's race, joining as the sixth major Democratic contender to succeed Governor Phil Murphy. Sherrill, a former Navy pilot and federal prosecutor, is the only woman in the race and brings significant political experience to the crowded field.

via NJ.com|

#democratic-candidates #essex-county #mikie-sherrill

health2 years ago•3 min saved

Rabies Outbreak: Fox Bites Child and Pets in Essex County, NY

A child in Crown Point, Essex County, NY, is under observation after being bitten by an aggressive fox. The family's dog was also involved in the altercation. A family member killed the fox, and it has been sent for rabies testing. Results are expected next week. This incident is the latest in a series of rabies-related encounters in the county. The health department is implementing medical and veterinarian plans for those exposed to the fox and advocating for rabies bait drops to vaccinate wildlife and prevent future exposures.

via WPTZ|

#bitten #essex-county #fox

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Rabid Woodchuck Found in Ticonderoga

The Essex County Health Department has issued an alert after a woodchuck tested positive for rabies in Ticonderoga, New York. This is the fifth confirmed case of rabies in the area since the start of 2023, with cases also found in gray foxes and a raccoon. The health department is urging residents to ensure their pets are up-to-date on their rabies vaccinations and offering free vaccination clinics.

via WPTZ|

#essex-county #health #rabies

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Juneteenth Celebrations Canceled and Postponed Across the US.

Juneteenth New Jersey cancelled a large celebration scheduled for Sunday in Branch Brook Park in Newark after being hit with large fees and a short deadline to pay them. The group said it was given 10 days to pay the county $35,000 for a park fee and for security for the event. After the group was unable to pay by the deadline of 12 p.m. on Wednesday, the celebration was cancelled. County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. defended the actions of county and said the organizers “have been publicizing this event without ever having been awarded a permit by Essex County.”

via NJ.com|

#cancelled #celebration #essex-county

health2 years ago•2 min saved

Rabid Fox Attacks on the Rise in Ticonderoga and Union County

A third incident of a rabid grey fox biting a Ticonderoga resident occurred this week, with the animal later captured and confirmed positive for rabies. The Essex County Health Department issued a warning to residents and urged them to make sure pets are up to date on vaccinations and to avoid wild animals that seem overly friendly or acting abnormally. The US Department of Agriculture will reevaluate its bait drop schedule to possibly include Essex County after an increase in rabies cases in the past year.

via WPTZ|

#essex-county #grey-fox #health