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Source: Peru CSD budget includes modest increase in spending | Local News | pressrepublican.com

“Without a commitment from our local, state and federal leaders to funding equality for our Upstate hospitals and health systems, the losses will be insurmountable. The loss of an Upstate hospital will lead to the collapse of entire communities.” Source: Upstate NY hospitals face ‘insurmountable losses’ without more funding (Commentary) – syracuse.com

More than 180 nations worldwide have confirmed cases of the coronavirus. The following have the highest number as of 4 a.m. ET*: US 1,851,520 (+1.08%) Brazil 584,016 (+5.16%) Russia 431,715 (+2.02%) UK 281,270 (+0.67%) Spain 240,326 (+0.16%) Italy 233,836 (+0.14%) India 217,187 (+4.61%) France 188,802 (+0.19%) Germany 184,121 (+0.01%) Peru 178,914 (+5.22%) Source: Johns Hopkins […]

Even if it’s no longer on the front pages, the COVID virus is still out there, and the threat to public health is far from over. The success we have achieved thus far is due to the actions of the people of New York who are making smart choices based on the facts. And our […]

Source: Adirondack 90 Miler canoe race cancelled | NCPR News

Jun 03, 2020 The Latest NASA and Fitbit received approval from the Food and Drug Administration this week for their ventilators designed to help COVID-19 patients. NASA’s design, dubbed the VITAL (Ventilator Intervention Technology Accessible Locally), is a temporary piece of equipment that uses an internal compressor and is meant to last three to four […]

COVID-19 June 3 Updates Restaurant Outdoor Seating Update Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced today that outdoor dining at restaurants will be permitted under Phase Two of reopening. Restaurants that have already entered Phase Two can reopen for outdoor dining beginning tomorrow, June 4th. Outdoor tables must be spaced six feet apart, all staff must wear face coverings […]

Source: Police charge local man for alleged threat to shoot protesters | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Governor Cuomo Tweet: “Starting tomorrow, outdoor dining will be permitted in regions that are in Phase 2 of reopening (Capital Region, Central NY, Finger Lakes, Mohawk Valley, North Country & Southern Tier). Staff must wear masks & patrons must cover face when not seated. Tables 6′ apart.”

Source: Clinton County Fair organizers hopeful to open drive-in theater on fairgrounds

Source: Mall titan: Lockdown puts store operators in ‘grave danger’   | Local News | thedailystar.com

Source: Top Onondaga County lawmaker predicts layoffs after legislature balks at new energy tax – syracuse.com

HIRING CHALLENGES The facility has 25 open positions, and over the past 30 days has experienced challenges hiring despite a much higher local unemployment percentage than prior to the pandemic. It was suspected that increased unemployment benefits established through federal relief legislation that provide people an additional $600 per week may play a part. Source: Stefanik […]

Source: Cuomo’s office explains why Destiny USA can’t reopen yet – syracuse.com

Source: Cluster of Covid-19 cases in Winooski hits 7 people – VTDigger

Source: Birchwood nursing home totals 21 deaths, now deemed free of Covid-19 – VTDigger

Source: Hundreds rally in Saranac Lake demanding justice for George Floyd | NCPR News

The youth commission has not given up on organized sports programs for this year. Once the health department gives us clearance and direction, we will absolutely start our programs. This post is pertaining to groups of UNAUTHORIZED people trying to use our fields for practices, games or any other kind of group activity. Our fields […]

We are witnessing a lot of events occurring simultaneously. It is easy to be confused. There are many who want to intentionally blur the lines between peaceful, legitimate protesters and looters. They want you to watch the videos of the looting — not the video of Mr. Floyd being murdered. Don’t fall for it. Throughout […]

This will LIFT your SPIRIT! Source: Joyful Noise: virtual choirs keep Dean Lichterman’s love of singing alive | NCPR News

A Facebook live media event will take place at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. Updates will be provided on the status of the COVID-19 virus’s impact on Clinton County.  Speakers will include:   John Kanoza, Clinton County Director of Public Health   Erin Streiff, Clinton County Health Department, Director of Health Care Services  […]