The Peru Gazette

January 12, 2021. Following new guidance from the CDC, New York is now including individuals age 65 and up as eligible to schedule appointments to receive the vaccine. Immunocompromised New Yorkers are also eligible to receive the vaccine. We are working with the CDC on how to best define the immunocompromised category. In the meantime, […]

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Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

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Source: Coronavirus Vaccines Now Open To New Yorkers Over 65

Since our 1/11 update, 36 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. We appreciate the enthusiasm our residents have to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. At this time, eligibility and distribution are determined by the state. CCHD is working to acquire more vaccine for our residents, please be patient. We will continue to give updates […]

“We ask that you please do NOT call your local store, as they are focused on serving patients and will have no additional information.” Source: Kinney Drugs books appointments for entire supply of coronavirus vaccine in 5 hours – syracuse.com

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Drive – Monday, January 25, 2021, 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru. Your neighbors need and appreciate your donation. Please make every effort to donate. Peru’s recent blood drives were very successful. All recommended coronavirus safeguards will be maintained.

Source: Phased Distribution of the Vaccine | COVID-19 Vaccine

January 11, 2021. Today I delivered my annual State of the State address. There are moments in life that can change a person fundamentally, sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worse. Likewise, there are episodes in history that transform society and COVID is one of those moments. New York sees this moment for the […]

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Senator Dan Stec (R,C,I-Queensbury) today said in reaction to Governor Andrew Cuomo’s State of the State Address that the focus needs to be on resetting New York’s economy to create economic activity, jobs and revenue to recover from the COVID-19 crisis. To do that, Stec said the State Legislature needs to begin convening legislative session […]

The COVID-19 Vaccine Is Here!  “Beginning at 4:00pm on Monday, January 11, the COVID-19 Vaccination Hotline will open for scheduling vaccination appointments for eligible New Yorkers: 1-833-NYS-4-VAX (1-833-697-4829).”   The first COVID-19 vaccines are here. Due to limited supply from the federal government, availability is limited. More and more New Yorkers will become eligible as […]

Plattsburgh, January 11, 2021. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) has indicated that, as of January 11, 2021, New Yorkers in Phase 1a and segments of Phase 1b are eligible for vaccination. “Though groups may be eligible, we are currently restricted on who we are permitted to vaccinate and how many doses of […]

Source: Cuomo Details COVID ‘War,’ Recovery Plans In State Of The State

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: New York’s “1B” Group Now Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine

*Attention* Covid-19 Cases are increasing in Franklin County. In order to reduce the spread of infection: Reduce Gathering Sizes. Comply with the face covering requirements of New York State. Socially distance 6 feet and wear your face covering. Wash hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer. Clean and disinfect surfaces. Driver or ride […]

Since our 1/8 update, 173 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of two COVID-19 related deaths of Clinton County residents. These deaths bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to eleven. The NYSDOH has indicated that, as of January 11, 2021, residents in Phase 1a […]

Look under the first advertisement to find the link to a registration form. There is a link titled “use this website.”   Source: Where can I get the Covid vaccine in NY? Search for locations, appointment, eligibility info – syracuse.com

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