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Archive for August 31st, 2020

Governor Andrew Cuomo’s August 31st COVID-19 Update

It’s been 184 days since New York’s first confirmed COVID case. Yesterday, 66,241 tests were reported with 656 positive — a 0.99% infection rate. The total hospitalizations statewide dropped to 418, the lowest number since this crisis began, and there were 109 New Yorkers in ICUs — also the lowest number recorded. Sadly, we lost […]

Part II: Plattsburgh Mayoral Candidates Rosenquest and Beebie discuss plans | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH |

Source: Part II: Plattsburgh Mayoral Candidates Rosenquest and Beebie discuss plans | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The two candidates outline their priorities for the city, and how best to go foraward in the wake of the COVID pandemic.

August 31st Clinton County COVID-19 Report: Active -2, Recovered +2, Tested +759

Here are today’s Clinton County, NY COVID-19 case updates, as well as answers to commonly asked questions from our followers. Q: Why does the number of active cases reported by CCHD fluctuate so much? A: Active cases reflect the number of individuals currently infected with COVID-19. This number can fluctuate as individuals move to the […]

Elm Street closed at house # 57 on Tuesday, September 1st from 8:00 am till approx. 1:00 pm

The Town of Peru W/S Department announces that we will be closing Elm Street at house # 57 on Tuesday, September 1st from 8:00 am till approx 1:00 pm for water line repair. The road can be accessed up to house # 57 from each direction. There will be NO through traffic for vehicles or […]

Friday Eat-in or Take-out at the Peru VFW

WHAT: FRIDAY NIGHT TAKE OUT or EAT IN SUPPER Hamburger w/ Mac salad & baked beans. ONLY $7.50 or Two (2) Hot dogs with Mac salad OR baked beans. Only $5.00   WHEN: September 4, 2020, 5 – 8 P.M. WHERE: PERU MEMORIAL VFW 710 Pleasant St, Rt 22B Peru, NY12972 PHONE: 518-643-2309 Call in […]

City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Busting myths about COVID-19 vaccines with a UVM infectious disease expert

Source: Busting myths about COVID-19 vaccines with a UVM infectious disease expert

Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, September 2, 2020

Macaroni & Cheese Three Bean Salad Homemade Peanut Butter Cookies Served at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY. Take-Out Only from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Quick response saves ARC home from fire | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Quick response saves ARC home from fire | Local News | pressrepublican.com

NY Thruway update: Cashless toll system on track for start by end of 2020 – syracuse.com

Source: NY Thruway update: Cashless toll system on track for start by end of 2020 – syracuse.com

SUNY Oneonta to suspend in-person classes for 2 weeks after 105 coronavirus cases found – syracuse.com

Source: SUNY Oneonta to suspend in-person classes for 2 weeks after 105 coronavirus cases found – syracuse.com

Cuomo says update on reopening NY casinos coming this week – syracuse.com

Source: Cuomo says update on reopening NY casinos coming this week – syracuse.com