The Peru Gazette

“The federal administration’s decision to suspend H-1B, H-2B, L and J visas would have a detrimental impact on the North Country’s regional economy. These visas allow many of our region’s largest businesses to permanently employ many Canadian citizens while other visas are crucial to our upstate tourist businesses. “I applaud the recent move to reverse […]

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Following the Administration’s Executive Order suspending U.S. entry for nonimmigrants with certain visas, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik worked with Secretary Chad Wolf to ensure that Canadians would be exempt. “The cross-border partnership is a critical economic driver for the North Country, and I voiced my regional […]

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, along with Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-6) are introducing the Elevating America’s Workforce Act, legislation that will establish personal reemployment accounts (PRAs) to help displaced workers obtain the training and skills necessary for sustained employment. The economic disruption caused by COVID-19 has taken […]

Today I announced, along with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, a joint initiative that requires all individuals traveling to NY, NJ or CT from listed states with significant community spread of COVID-19 to quarantine for a 14-day period upon arrival. This advisory goes into effect tonight at midnight and as […]

By John T. Ryan Peru – Davey Commons is officially open. The first tenants moved into one fourplex a few days ago. The second fourplex should be complete by August 1st.  Davey Commons is located on Davey Drive, adjacent to Peru’s new Courthouse and just off the Bear Swamp Rd.  Last year The Town of […]

COVID-19 June 24 Updates Phase IV and Sports and Recreation Updates Under Phase IV, church occupancy can increase to 33% from 25%. Gatherings of up to 50 people will also be permitted under Phase IV. Guidance has yet to be released for malls, gyms, movie theaters, bowling alleys and other industries and I continue to push […]

The North Country Chamber of Commerce Reports Initially, Phase Four makes a limited set of additional categories of activities eligible for reopening: Higher Education Low-Risk Outdoor Arts and Entertainment Low-Risk Indoor Arts and Entertainment Media Production Guidelines and Safety Plan templates are now available for these categories. The LOOKUP TOOL can also be used to […]

Source: NY malls, gyms, movie theaters will not reopen in phase four (report) – syracuse.com

Source: Church Street business owners worry about uptick in vacancies – VTDigger

COVID-19 June 23 Updates Clinton County DMV Updates Clinton County DMV will be open by appointment only starting on Wednesday, June 24. Call 518-565-4789 to make an appointment. New York Forward Child Care Expansion Incentive Program Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced today that $65 million in federal CARES Act funding is available for child care providers statewide through […]

“While I am encouraged that many regions, including the North Country, have been able to reopen with restrictions, this phased reopening left a large gap between previous guidance and what is projected to be covered under Phase IV. “It seems counterproductive to indicate that large box retail stores can open for business, or 150 individuals […]

Source: Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Coming to Plattsburgh

Source: Burlington plans to close downtown streets to cars, open them for business – VTDigger

Source: Capital Region cities to close streets for expanded outdoor dining

COVID-19 June 18 Updates General Updates New guidance was released for sports and recreation. The guidance is available here. Governor Andrew Cuomo will no longer be holding daily briefings. However, I will continue to send updates as needed. SBA PPP Forgiveness Application Updates This week the SBA, in consultation with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, posted […]

Source: Vermont produces record-breaking 2.2 million gallons of maple syrup

AGENDA – Planning Board WEDNESDAY, July 8, 2020 @ 7:00 PM TOWN OF PERU   1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL of June 10, 2020 minutes. 5. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing via Zoom meeting application (Covid-19) 6. APPLICATIONS:   1. 2-Lot Minor Subdivision with SEQR: P-2020-006 […]

Source: New York state tax revenue falls 20% in May – syracuse.com

Source: Cuomo’s threat to bars that break rules: 18 have already had licenses yanked – syracuse.com

Source: Small business owners get another chance to apply for $10,000 grants, federal loans – syracuse.com

Source: Magic Hat leaving Vermont, moving into New York facility

The North Country Chamber of Commerce is criticizing the announcement today that Canada and the U.S. have agreed to extend existing restrictions on border crossings to July 21, limiting cross border travel to specifically defined categories of essential travel. “We fully expected another thirty-day extension,” states Garry Douglas, Chamber President, “but hoped there would be […]

Source: Free milk giveaway aids hundreds of households | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Today is the day! We are finally re-launching in a limited capacity. RESERVATIONS ONLY and max time limit of 90 minutes stay per customer. We can have 50% occupancy (open just on the bar side for now). Limited bar seating available. Max party size of 10 people (must be in the same party/traveled here together). […]