The Peru Gazette

Dear Governor Cuomo, As president of the union that represents the uniformed men and women of the New York State Police and as a member of the boards of the National Association of Police Organizations, the National Troopers Coalition, the Police Conference of New York and the Northeast Regional Troopers Coalition – which collectively represents […]

Before I turn to the latest COVID news, I want to address the violent protests in our state and across the nation. The outrage we are seeing is a response not only to the killing of George Floyd but to the continuing racism in this country that is chronic, endemic and institutional. It is collective […]

Source: After days of confusion, Cuomo says dentists in NY can reopen statewide – syracuse.com

COVID-19 May 29 Updates Phase II Updates After much confusion, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that the North Country can enter Phase II. The NY-Forward website was also updated today to provide specifics for industries allowed to reopen under Phase II. Those industries are as follows: Offices: Summary Guidelines Detailed Guidelines Safety Plan Template Real Estate: Summary Guidelines […]

Source: State Lawmakers Pass Over 30 COVID Related Bills

The North Country Chamber of Commerce is welcoming the announcement that Phase Two of the business re-opening process can now begin in the North Country region. “Though the unexpected delay was frustrating, this green light is good news on two fronts,” states Garry Douglas, Chamber President. “First and foremost, it’s good news because it means […]

Source: Update: Governor Cuomo extends Phase 1, businesses erupt in confusion | NCPR News

Today I signed an Executive Order that permits store owners to deny entry to people who refuse to wear masks. Many stores have already implemented policies to this effect, and this order clarifies that they are within their rights to do so. People may choose to put themselves at risk but they don’t have the […]

Today the U.S. death toll from the Coronavirus pandemic topped 100,000, a tragic milestone. This is an unfathomable and immeasurable loss. Words simply fail in capturing the scale of this loss and the trauma and grief it has caused. Each person who we lost was loved. Each person will be missed. We stand united in […]

Source: North Country region eyes phase 2 of reopening for Friday

Source: Coronavirus in NY: Cases, maps, charts and resources

Source: Coronavirus in NY: Campgrounds, all veterinarian services reopen this week, Cuomo says – syracuse.com

Source: New York eases limits on landscapers, horticulture businesses; it’s now ‘essential’ – syracuse.com

Source: Parent calling on Governor to resume small, in-person classes for kids with special needs | WRGB

 Program Will Target Small Businesses Focusing on MWBEs, Non-Profits, and Small Landlords That Did Not Receive Federal COVID-19 Assistance  Empire State Development (ESD) and Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) today detailed the $100 million New York Forward Loan Fund announced today by Governor Cuomo, aimed at providing working capital loans to small businesses focusing on MWBEs, […]

As we begin Memorial Day Weekend, I urge New Yorkers to enjoy this long weekend responsibly and safely. Open beaches will be at reduced capacity, so it is very likely that they will reach capacity as early as 10 a.m. You can save yourself the trouble of driving to a beach or State Park only […]

Source: ATV event where man died was illegal, says Lewis County’s manager

Source: Religious gatherings back on in New York | Sun Community News Gov. Cuomo announced Wednesday that religious services can resume, although gatherings would be capped at 10 attendees for now