March 27, 2020 For Immediate Release The Columbia County Department of Health announced today that four residents of Pine Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Philmont have tested positive for COVID-19. The four cases have been confirmed by New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). Each of the four individuals are isolated at the facility. None of the four confirmed cases are … {Read more...}

The latest response rates for Census 2020 for each municipality may be found in the table below, taken from the US Census Bureau 2020 Census Self Response Map. Columbia County Census 2020 Response Rate (3/25/2020) = 16.9%  -- Census 2010 = 50.4% Reminder letters from the US Census Bureau will be delivered soon to those households that have yet to respond. RESPOND ONLINE … {Read more...}

Wednesday, March 25, 2020 FROM: Columbia County Board of Supervisors Chairman Matt Murell FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: PLEASE SELF-QUARANTINE, CHAIRMAN URGES Columbia County Board of Supervisors Chairman Matt Murell today urged people who migrate from New York City -- where cases of COVID-19 are exploding -- to Columbia County to self-quarantine for 14 days. “We understand that people are coming … {Read more...}

Dear Gallatin Residents, We are collecting non-perishable food and toiletries starting today (3/23). Please drop off at our town hall (667 County Route 7). If we’re not here just leave the items outside in the provided bin. We will start distributing items this Friday and Saturday morning from 9am -12pm. If you need delivery, please call  Lisa DeLeeuw (518) 398-7519 or Valerie Reilly (516) … {Read more...}

- A new executive order was issued, and to summarize it extends any NY Drivers License, Non driver ID or vehicle or plate registration that expired after March 1, 2020 until April 19, 2020.  Local DMV offices are likely to close. - Local County Clerks offices are likely to close. - Elective surgeries at hospitals are likely to be suspended.  Anyone in this situation should consult their … {Read more...}