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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

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 […]