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Posted: August 31st, 2020 under Northern NY News, Political News.
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August 31st Clinton County COVID-19 Report: Active -2, Recovered +2, Tested +759
Here are today’s Clinton County, NY COVID-19 case updates, as well as answers to commonly asked questions from our followers.
Q: Why does the number of active cases reported by CCHD fluctuate so much?
A: Active cases reflect the number of individuals currently infected with COVID-19. This number can fluctuate as individuals move to the recovered category and as new cases are added. Some labs are taking a particularly long time to report test results. This is not something that we have control over, but it can affect when cases are reported to you and how soon after you see individuals move to the recovered category.
Q: What does being “recovered” from COVID-19 mean?
A: The word “recovered” is used to describe someone who is no longer infectious, or able to pass the virus to another person. This also means that when a person is “recovered,” isolation can be discontinued. A person who is recovered may still experience ongoing effects from the virus.
For full details on when a person is considered “recovered,” or when isolation can be discontinued, visit https://bit.ly/32nBUXM.
Q: Why did the “probable” case count decrease?
A: There are multiple criteria that may place an individual in the probable category. For the probable case definition used by NYS, visit https://bit.ly/3en5n7o. Some examples of criteria that may place an individual in the probable category can include an indeterminate test result or antibody test results. If a person is found to have antibodies, they may also already be considered “recovered.” If a person receives indeterminate test results, they may be retested and subsequently test positive or negative. A person in the probable category may remain in the probable category, may be moved to the confirmed case category, or may be removed from numbers if they are determined to not be a COVID-19 case, all based on epidemiology criteria. Note that this is not a category that CCHD developed. A case definition is a set of uniform criteria used to define a disease for public health surveillance. These enable public health officials to classify and count cases consistently across reporting jurisdictions.
We understand that numbers and data related to COVID-19 can be confusing. Please know the health and safety of Clinton County residents is CCHD’s number one priority at all times. All information shared is done so with the intent of keeping the public informed and safe. While we do provide case count updates daily (Monday-Friday) overall trends provide more insight into how we as a community are doing, as opposed to one set of numbers on any given day. Overall, we are doing well as a community in keeping case counts low. However, as recent outbreaks in other communities have shown us, the risk for infection to spread quickly persists.
COVID-19 is still present in our community. Now is not the time to relax. Avoid large gatherings, keep a physical distance of at least 6 feet from those outside your household, wear a mask, and wash your hands frequently. Continuing to work together is how Clinton County can help stop the spread.
Posted: August 31st, 2020 under Heathcare News.
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Elm Street closed at house # 57 on Tuesday, September 1st from 8:00 am till approx. 1:00 pm
The Town of Peru W/S Department announces that we will be closing Elm Street at house # 57 on Tuesday, September 1st from 8:00 am till approx 1:00 pm for water line repair. The road can be accessed up to house # 57 from each direction.
There will be NO through traffic for vehicles or Emergency vehicles during that time period.
Posted: August 31st, 2020 under Water & Sewer Dept. News.
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Friday Eat-in or Take-out at the Peru VFW
WHAT: FRIDAY NIGHT TAKE OUT or EAT IN SUPPER
Hamburger w/ Mac salad & baked beans. ONLY $7.50
or Two (2) Hot dogs with Mac salad OR baked beans. Only $5.00
WHEN: September 4, 2020, 5 – 8 P.M.
WHERE: PERU MEMORIAL VFW
710 Pleasant St, Rt 22B
Peru, NY12972
PHONE: 518-643-2309 Call in orders accepted.
WHO: Peru Memorial VFW & Auxiliary
Proceeds for Veterans and their families.
Posted: August 31st, 2020 under Community Events, Veterans' News.
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City & State Coronavirus Update
Posted: August 31st, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Busting myths about COVID-19 vaccines with a UVM infectious disease expert
Posted: August 31st, 2020 under Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, September 2, 2020
Macaroni & Cheese
Three Bean Salad
Homemade Peanut Butter Cookies
Served at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY. Take-Out Only from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Posted: August 31st, 2020 under Community Events.
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Quick response saves ARC home from fire | Local News | pressrepublican.com
Posted: August 31st, 2020 under Fire Department News, Northern NY News.
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NY Thruway update: Cashless toll system on track for start by end of 2020 – syracuse.com
Posted: August 31st, 2020 under Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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SUNY Oneonta to suspend in-person classes for 2 weeks after 105 coronavirus cases found – syracuse.com
Posted: August 31st, 2020 under Education News, Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Cuomo says update on reopening NY casinos coming this week – syracuse.com
Posted: August 31st, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Fatal fire in AuSable Forks | Local News | pressrepublican.com
Posted: August 30th, 2020 under Fire Department News, Northern NY News.
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Thank you for reading the Peru Gazette via Facebook
Last 28 days: Aug 2 – Aug 29
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Posted: August 30th, 2020 under General News, Peru News.
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Champlain welcomes students to campus amidst COVID-19
Posted: August 30th, 2020 under Education News, Heathcare News, Regional NY-VT News.
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The Run for Jon Celebrates 30 Years
L-R Hadley, Alicia, Brady and Derek Martisus
By John T. Ryan
August 29, 2020, Peru, NY – The 2020 pandemic has resulted in the cancellation of many events, but it didn’t stop the 30th Annual Run For Jon today at Forrence’s Mannix Road Orchard. Yes, the event was held differently, but people came from near and far to participate. It was conducted in-person and virtually. Virtual participants sent in their race results and a photo over a period of days and seventy-five runners took off in six waves today. In a typical year, 200 to 300 people take-part.
The Run is a family event. Saranac natives Matt Medeiros and his sister Emily have never missed the Run For Jon. Matt was six, and Emily was two when they started. AuSable Vally Central graduate (1992) Derek Martisus competed against Jon Evans in high school track. He left the region for college and work but he and his wife Alicia, also an Ausable Valley graduate, have participated for the past several years with their family. Their son Brandy finished a distant first in today’s first wave of runners.
The Run For Jon began 30 years ago as a fundraiser to assist Don and Shirley Evans, whose son Jon was battling cancer. Grateful for all the support they received, the Evans family and friends continued the event. Shirley Evans explained, “People did it for us. We want to do it for others. The money we raise is used to assist families with children with serious illnesses. It’s not for medical expenses. It’s for extra costs such as meals, travel, or lodging. There are only so many battles you can fight. A little extra money can make things a little easier.”
The Run has thrived over the past thirty years contributing over $100,000 to families in need. There’s no big organization. People just call Shirley or Don Evans when they know of someone who needs help.
Click here to view more Peru Gazette photos.
Posted: August 29th, 2020 under Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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Burlington company’s electric plane dreams aim to revolutionize aviation
Posted: August 29th, 2020 under Business News, Environmental News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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Casella Breaks Ground on “de-packaging” facility | Sun Community News The facility is designed to handle up to 100 million pounds of organic material annually a
Happening in VT., but a sign of the future here we hope. Source: Casella Breaks Ground on “de-packaging” facility | Sun Community News The facility is designed to handle up to 100 million pounds of organic material annually and has already contracted with several in-state commercial food waste producers to accept their
Posted: August 28th, 2020 under Business News, Environmental News, Regional NY-VT News.
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COVID spreads past nursing home staff | Sun Community News Fifth resident dies in viral outbreak
Source: COVID spreads past nursing home staff | Sun Community News Fifth resident dies in viral outbreak
Posted: August 28th, 2020 under General News, Heathcare News.
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Cuts to state education aid upend hybrid learning plans at urban schools
Posted: August 28th, 2020 under Education News, State Government News.
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Fifth Essex Center resident dies | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com
Posted: August 28th, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News, Peru/Regional History.
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Governor Andrew Cuomo’s August 28th COVID-19 Update
In response to an uptick in COVID cases in Western New York, New York State has set up eight new free rapid testing sites. Four of the sites are in Buffalo and another is in Dunkirk, where there has been a cluster of cases at a manufacturing plant.
Residents of Western New York (Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, and Niagara Counties) can make appointments to get tested starting tomorrow, with results taking just 15 minutes. You must call 1-833-NYSTRNG (1-833-697-8764) to make an appointment before going. I especially urge New Yorkers who are experiencing symptoms of COVID or have been in close contact with someone who is positive for COVID to get tested.
If you don’t live in the Western New York region, there are still over 700 sites where you can get tested. Find one near you here.
Chart of the Day: Close to 100,000 people were tested for COVID-19 yesterday.
Here’s what else you need to know tonight:
1. The total number of COVID hospitalizations remains low. Yesterday, total hospitalizations dropped to 478. Of the 97,826 tests reported yesterday, 636, or 0.65%, were positive—three straight weeks of an infection rate under 1 percent and a record low. Sadly, we lost 3 New Yorkers to the virus.
2. New York has now conducted over 8 million tests and continues to lead the nation in testing. Anyone can get tested for any reason. You should always get tested if you have reason to believe you have COVID. Find a testing site here.
3. This year, The Great New York State Fair will be held virtually. The State Fair is a beloved New York tradition. Sadly, the in-person fair had to be canceled this year due to COVID, but the State Fair is hosting a whole slate of virtual events so New Yorkers can still experience the Fair safely. For example, the annual Butter Sculpture—an 800-pound sculpture carved out of butter—will be unveiled on September 1st.
4. The iconic “Hot Dog King” in front of the Met Museum reopens tomorrow along with the museum. Owned by Bronx native Dan Rossi, the hot dog stand has been in business directly in front of the museum steps for 13 years, but when the museum closed due to COVID, so did his hot dog stand. Now that the museum reopens this weekend, he is ready to start selling hot dogs and pretzels to guests as they return. NYC museums like the Met have been permitted to reopen at 25% occupancy and with staggered, timed ticketing.
Tonight’s “Deep Breath Moment”: For children undergoing treatment at The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore, many feel isolated with limited visitors allowed and playrooms closed. The Major League Baseball umpires charity UMPS Caredelivered stuffed animals dressed as superheroes to help keep the kids’ spirits up.
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Posted: August 28th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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New York State Police search for missing Keeseville woman
Posted: August 28th, 2020 under Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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Warren County survey shows emerald ash borer infestation has likely spread | Adirondack Explorer
Source: Warren County survey shows emerald ash borer infestation has likely spread | Adirondack Explorer
Posted: August 28th, 2020 under Environmental News, Peru/Regional History.
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Schools say permanent 20% cuts would be devastating | NCPR News
Posted: August 28th, 2020 under Education News, Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Maplefields’ construction nears completion
Posted: August 28th, 2020 under Business News, Peru News.
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