City and State First Read
Posted: November 14th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Covid-19: Pandemic Shatters More Records in U.S., as States and Cities Tighten Restrictions – The New York Times
Posted: November 14th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Peru/Regional History.
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Decades of centuries: Man publishes family history | News | pressrepublican.com
If you have a French-Canadian heritage you have to read this great news story.
Source: Decades of centuries: Man publishes family history | News | pressrepublican.com
Posted: November 14th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Albany County issues plea for volunteers to assist coronavirus response
Posted: November 13th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Upstate New York.
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COVID-19: Quebec Reported Over 1,300 New Cases For The Third Day In A Row – MTL Blog
Posted: November 13th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Nov. 13th COVID-19 Update
November 13, 2020.
I want to ask all New Yorkers to carefully think about their Thanksgiving plans in the context of the current COVID surge around the nation. Look at the numbers in your community and look at the numbers in the United States and the world. They are rapidly increasing—countries are locking down. As we approach the holiday season, if people travel so will the virus. I believe this situation is going to continue to deteriorate over the coming weeks.
Effective tonight, all indoor and outdoor gatherings at private homes are limited to no more than 10 people as we see more and more instances of “living room spread”—that’s COVID spreading in smaller, private settings. Bars, restaurants and gyms will also close beginning tonight from 10 pm to 5 am (excluding takeout and delivery) in order to reduce virus spread in these settings.
We are in this together, and everyone must do their part to protect our loved ones and communities. I know it’s hard, and we’re all tired—but there is still a long time before a vaccine will be available, and we must manage this global surge. The next few weeks are key.
Image of the Day: A story of community spread from a wedding in Maine reminds us how dangerous gatherings can be.
Here’s what else you need to know tonight:
1. The statewide positivity rate fell to 2.65 percent. In the micro-cluster focus areas, the positivity rate was 4.58 percent. Excluding these areas, it was 2.29 percent. Of the 203,721 tests reported yesterday, 5,401, or 2.65 percent, were positive. Total hospitalizations were at 1,737. Sadly, we lost 24 New Yorkers to the virus.
2. A regional summit will be held this weekend with governors from Northeastern states. It’s important that we are aligned with our neighbors on how we handle the virus. In light of rising cases in the region, I will meet with neighboring governors to discuss aligning our policies amid this national surge.
3. The Rockland County cluster will move to a Yellow Zone. The micro-cluster has been under 3 percent positivity, and hospital admission rates have declined, meeting the metrics for transitioning to a Yellow Precautionary Zone and the buffer zone will be removed. More information about the State’s micro-cluster strategy is available here.
4. Yesterday, New York reported a record-high number of tests, with over 200,000 tests reported. As we draw closer to the holidays, it’s important that New Yorkers get tested so we can identify positive cases, implement our contact tracing program and stop the spread. Any New Yorker can get tested and you can find a testing site near you here. You can also call 1-888-364-3065 to make an appointment at a New York State-run testing location—most sites have available appointments at drive-thru or walk-in locations.
Tonight’s “Deep Breath Moment”: Michelin-acclaimed La Morada, a family-run Mexican restaurant in the Bronx, is serving as both a restaurant and soup kitchen. Early on in the pandemic, the owners had to close the restaurant after experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, but when they reopened, following a successful online crowdfunding campaign, La Morada began cooking for families in need. Now the restaurant makes about 650 meals a day for fellow New Yorkers—including those who are elderly, unemployed or unable to cook.
If you were forwarded this email, you can subscribe to New York State’s Coronavirus Updates here.
Ever Upward,
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
Posted: November 13th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Local Nov. 13th COVID-19 Report: Lab-confirmed positive +6, Recovered +2, Active +4, Currently Active 73, Tested +1,683
Six additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported since our 11/12 update. Of the 6 newly reported cases, 4 cases are associated with SUNY Plattsburgh and 2 cases are among other community members. There are currently 73 active COVID-19 cases in Clinton County.
As we have mentioned before, there is not one specific way that people in our community are being exposed to COVID. Cases are not linked to one large gathering or event, but the result of many smaller interactions between individuals. People you know (and care about) can give you COVID. And you can give it to them. Wear a mask and physically distance yourself from others. As many have noted in the comments section of our posts, deaths are not the only consideration or consequence of COVID. Some people have very mild illness and don’t appear to have any long-term health effects, while others experience serious illness and continue to have ongoing health problems. There is no way to know which category you will fall into. YOU can protect yourself and the people you care about by wearing a mask and physically distancing yourself from others.
Note: Our next case updates will be provided on Monday, November 16.
Posted: November 13th, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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Harmful Algal Bloom Observed On Lake George
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has confirmed the presence of a large, localized shoreline harmful algal bloom (HAB) in Harris Bay on Lake George. The HAB was first reported by Lake George Association staff trained in HAB identification as part of DEC’s Citizen Statewide Lake Assessment Program (CSLAP). DEC confirmed the bloom on-site on November 9, 2020. Microscopic analysis determined the bloom to be Dolichospermum – a common cyanobacteria found in HABs in New York.
While there is no concern related to public drinking water regarding this bloom, the NYS Department of Health reminds residents to never drink untreated lake water.
HABs are rare this time of year; however, they may occur on water bodies throughout the fall and possibly into winter, so continue to: Know it. Avoid it. Report It.
Know It – HABs vary in appearance from scattered green dots in the water to long, linear green streaks, pea soup or spilled green paint to blue-green or white coloration.
Avoid It – People, pets and livestock should avoid contact with water that is discolored or has algal scums on the surface.
Report It – If members of the public suspect a HAB, report it through the NYHABS online reporting form available on DEC’s HABs webpage.
Because waterbodies may have HABs that have not been reported to DEC, we recommend avoiding contact with floating mats, scums, and discolored water.
Symptoms or health concerns related to HABs should be reported to DOH at harmfulalgae@health.ny.gov.
Posted: November 13th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, Upstate New York.
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Trudeau fellow leads vaccine clinical trial | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise
Source: Trudeau fellow leads vaccine clinical trial | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise
Posted: November 13th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Local schools go remote again | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise
Posted: November 13th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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St. Agnes in Lake Placid warns of possible COVID exposure | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise
Source: St. Agnes warns of possible COVID exposure | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise
Posted: November 13th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Heathcare News.
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Albany officer suspended for racist remarks caught on camera
Posted: November 13th, 2020 under Law Enforcement News, Upstate New York.
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Another record-breaking day for Capital Region coronavirus cases
Posted: November 13th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Upstate New York.
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City & State Coronavirus Update
Posted: November 12th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Local Nov. 12th COVID-19 Report: Lab-confirmed positive +29, Recovered +13, Active +15 to 69, Tested +547
Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. 29 additional lab-confirmed positive cases reported and 13 individuals recovered since our 11/10 report. Of the 29 newly reported cases, 18 cases are associated with SUNY Plattsburgh, and 11 cases are among other community members. Contact tracing is ongoing for all cases; as a reminder, if you have been identified as a contact of a positive case, you will be contacted by a contact tracer. There are currently 69 active COVID-19 cases in Clinton County.
Looking for more information? CCHD’s website (http://www.clintonhealth.org/covid19) and the NYS website (https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov) both offer a tremendous amount of data and information. Here are a few links to commonly asked questions:
– COVID-19 hospitalization data by region: https://forward.ny.gov/daily-hospitalization-summary-region.
– School COVID-19 Report Card, with positive school tests by region and school: https://schoolcovidreportcard.health.ny.gov/.
– Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) COVID-19 Report, with a breakdown of cases by facility: https://doccs.ny.gov/doccs-covid-19-report.
– Percentage Positive Results by County Dashboard: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-region….
– Updates to the COVID-19 Travel Advisory: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory.
Posted: November 12th, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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Thruway to launch cashless tolling this weekend – syracuse.com
Posted: November 12th, 2020 under Highway Dept. News, Peru/Regional History, Upstate New York.
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222 new coronavirus cases in Onondaga County, another record – syracuse.com
Posted: November 12th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Peru/Regional History, Upstate New York.
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You’ve never seen New York like this: Upstate’s historic forts (video) – syracuse.com
Posted: November 12th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Burlington to ramp up testing after virus found in wastewater
Posted: November 12th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Regional NY-VT News.
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The Peru Nighthawks rallied from two goals down against the Beekmantown girls varsity soccer team for a 3-2 win Nov. 11
Posted: November 12th, 2020 under Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History.
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‘The wave is here’: Vermont prepares for potential surge of COVID-19 cases
Posted: November 12th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Regional NY-VT News.
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Cuomo announces 10 p.m curfew for bars, restaurants, gyms to stem coronavirus resurgence | NCPR News
Source: Cuomo announces 10 p.m curfew for bars, restaurants, gyms to stem coronavirus resurgence | NCPR News
Posted: November 11th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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City & State Coronavirus Update
Posted: November 11th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Parties in private NY homes capped at 10; bars, restaurants, gyms must close earlier – syracuse.com
Source: Parties in private NY homes capped at 10; bars, restaurants, gyms must close earlier – syracuse.com
Posted: November 11th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Upstate New York.
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Approved Minutes of Preliminary 2021 Town Budget Public Hearing
Click here to review Budget – 2021 Preliminary Budget
A Public Hearing of the Peru Town Board was held on Thursday, November 5, 2020 at the Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald, Supervisor; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr.Kregg Bruno, Councilman,( Excused ) Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Richard Barber, Councilman; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk and Ms. Pamela Barber, Secretary to the Board.
The Purpose of the Public Hearing is to discuss the 2021 Preliminary Budget.
The Public Hearing was called to order at 6:00 PM by Mr. McDonald, with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motion by Mr. Irwin seconded by Mr. Barber to open the Public Hearing to discuss 2021 Preliminary Budget.
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
DISCUSSION- 2021 Preliminary Budget
Mr. Irwin asked if the health insurance buyout had been adjusted for the Highway Department. Mr. McDonald stated yes.
Motion by Mr.Douglass, seconded by Mr.Barber to close the Public Hearing at 6:32 PM to discuss the 2021 Preliminary Budget.
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Motion by Mr.Douglass, seconded by Mr.Irwin to adjourn the Public Hearing at 6:33 PM.
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
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Posted: November 11th, 2020 under Town Board News.
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