The Peru Gazette

Here are today’s Clinton County, NY COVID-19 case updates. Puerto Rico has been added to New York’s travel advisory, six states have been removed. Visitors from California, Hawaii, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, and Ohio no longer need to quarantine when they arrive in New York. Those who are part-way through a quarantine should continue for the […]

New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today said that state tax receipts are $3.2 billion lower than last year, as he released the State Cash Report for August. DiNapoli noted state tax receipts of $4.3 billion in August were $309.3 million above the latest projections by the state Division of Budget (DOB), but $219.1 […]

September 15, 2020. For months, I have talked about how important it is for people of all ages to wear a mask, and it has sometimes been a challenge to reach young people, especially since they may feel that the virus poses less of a direct threat to their own health than it does for […]

Source: NY relaxes nursing home visitation rules so most facilities can reopen their doors – syracuse.com

Source: Should your kids go trick-or-treating in CNY during the coronavirus pandemic? – syracuse.com

Source: Five active COVID cases current in Essex Co. | Sun Community News 104 people recovered, out of isolation

“For months on end, nursing home residents, their families, and staff have made immense sacrifices to keep their facilities, and the community at large, safe. While safety remains our number one priority, the impact of being unable to reunite families due to the nearly unattainable guidelines set forth by the New York State Department of […]

Source: Get your flu shot now, health officials say; you don’t want both flu and Covid-19 – VTDigger

Source: Gov. Cuomo says he will not ban trick-or-treating in New York despite coronavirus pandemic

North Country Chamber of Commerce reports Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced today that six states have been removed from the New York State’s COVID-19 travel advisory. Puerto Rico has been added.   States and areas removed: California Hawaii Maryland Minnesota Nevada Ohio   States and areas added: Puerto Rico

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: SUNY Oneonta over 700 COVID-19 cases | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. Many of us may be feeling anxious, angry, sad, or overwhelmed. Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations like COVID-19. Find ways to reduce your stress to help yourself and the people you care about. – Learn the common signs of stress. – Make time to unwind and […]

Source: Keep Up The Rates: Public Service Announcements – National Foundation for Infectious Diseases

Monday nights throughout the summer have been the nights when I wrote to you and solicited your support for the upcoming weekend’s Curbside At Harborside drive-in concert. Tonight, I am filling your inbox once more — but this time with words of thanks.   “Could it be possible to have drive-in concerts?” The question seemed […]

The Peru CSD Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Thursday, September 17, 2020 at 6:00 PM.  The main focus of the meeting is to discuss the fall sports season.  Due to current COVID-19 conditions, the meeting will be held remotely via Google Meet.  The public may view the meeting live at https://youtu.be/FQP4nMuR3LY.  […]

Source: Anthony Fauci to join Scott’s Covid-19 press conference tomorrow – VTDigger

Several important stories – Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: Feds to assist with Essex Center, supervisors told | Sun Community News Supervisors Chair Shaun Gillilland said he was informed by Rep. Elise Stefanik Sunday evening (Sept. 13) that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Strike Force would la

The temperature is cooling and the leaves are starting to change colors — but while it feels like a new season, COVID remains with us. We can defeat this virus, but we need New Yorkers to stay vigilant. We all must continue to wear masks, socially distance, wash our hands and get tested. And with […]

Might make you cry! Source: Adirondack Hotel owner on the struggle of 2020 summer tourism | NCPR News

Clinton County currently reports one active case of COVID-19. COVID-19 is still present in our community and surrounding areas. Please continue to act responsibly and keep up the good work. Avoid large gatherings, wear a face covering, keep a physical distance of 6 feet from others, and wash your hands frequently.

Source: Real estate surge echoes post-9/11 | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Source: Health Commissioner Mark Levine reluctantly fills the spotlight – VTDigger

Peru – The North Country Regional Blood Donor Center, UVM Health Network will conduct a blood drive on Monday, September 14, 2020, from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru.  Your neighbors and need and appreciate your donation. Please make every effort to donate. Our two […]