The Peru Gazette

Some people have asked me if I’m worried that the protests we have seen across the state and nation will lead to an increase in COVID cases. Yes, I am worried. That’s why I’m asking New Yorkers who have attended a recent protest to get tested for COVID and to act as if you may […]

Source: Sorry, yard sales are a no-go, for now | Top Stories | nny360.com

Source: Six who attended UVM basketball playoff contracted Covid-19 – VTDigger

Source: Gov. Cuomo signs executive order to allow in-person special education services | WRGB

Source: Fort Drum enters new phase of reopening, expands travel radius to 200 miles outside base | NCPR News

Yesterday we saw the lowest number of both deaths and hospitalizations since the COVID-19 pandemic began. 42 people passed away due to COVID-19, down from a record-high when 800 died in a single day just eight weeks ago. While our hearts ache for the families and friends who lost a loved one yesterday, we are […]

Source: 57 members of Buffalo police riot response team resign – The Buffalo News

Jun 05, 2020 The Latest A tense week punctuated by a grim reminder: the coronavirus is still infecting people and thousands died from it. In the last week, more than 4,000 people were reported dead from COVID-19 and more than 1,000 of those deaths were reported in just the last 24 hours. Officials fear those […]

“Baxtron says while she feels safer living in Potsdam than in Syracuse, racism is alive and well here.  “I’ve been called a n*gger, a baboon, and told to go home. We were outside handing flyers out at [a gas station] and some guy went in the store and asked the man ‘Why do you let […]

Source: North Country (back) at work: Plattsburgh’s Greek Aleka’s Restaurant opens outdoor seating | NCPR News

COVID-19 June 5 Updates Franklin County Milk and More Giveaway JCEO and Glazier’s are hosting another free drive-thru milk and produce box pick-up this Sunday, June 7th from 9 am-12 pm at the Franklin County Fairgrounds at 606 E. Main St. There will be 1500 milk and 1500 produce boxes with the following food items […]

As we prepare to return to work it is important for us to reflect on the feelings that come with this change. Richelle Gregory, Director of Community Services at Clinton County Mental Health and Addiction Services, has prepared some strategies for us to use during this time. To view her video visit https://youtu.be/IEHOz2deh7I.  

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Saratoga, N.Y.  –  Today, President Donald Trump signed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act into law. This bipartisan legislation will provide flexibility for small businesses that have utilized PPP loans. Specifically, this legislation extends the period businesses can utilize funds and receive forgiveness to 24 weeks, allows a […]

Source: Vermont reopens indoor dining, lifts some travel restrictions

From the office of Assemblyman Dan Stec Republican candidate for NYS Senate   Drive-thru diplomas, virtual ceremonies are simply inadequate   The Governor and State Department of Health issued guidelines for graduation ceremonies today and Assemblyman Dan Stec (R,C,I-Queensbury) is pointing out that they are just not good enough for our students and school districts. […]

Source: Central New York school shut down twice after holding small-group graduation ceremonies – syracuse.com

Source: Vermont health officials report 36 new cases of COVID-19; no new deaths

Source: Vermont is more open than New York, but get ready to quarantine for two weeks if you want to go there | NCPR News

Source: How COVID-19 is playing out in NY prisons, through one inmate’s eyes | NCPR News

June 4, 2020. We are seeing thousands of New Yorkers exercising their right to peacefully protest — twenty thousand protesters in New York City, one thousand protesters on Long Island and more throughout the state. But we still need to remain vigilant about spreading the COVID virus. New York has expanded Coronavirus testing criteria to […]

Source: Plattsburgh restaurants prepare: Outdoor dining becomes part of phase 2