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Clinton County June 9th COVID-19 Report – Positive +0, Probable +0, Recovered +1, Tested +220

Posted: June 9th, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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St. Augustine’s Church to Resume Pubic Masses This Weekend

Peru Gazette File Photo

This message was emailed to parishioners this morning.

We will begin public Mass again this weekend; however, we MUST abide by the guidelines of public worship. Please read the below notice from our Diocese carefully.

Good afternoon!

It will be wonderful to see you and once again be in the presence of Christ.

Before we begin the celebration, We would like to review with you the precautions we are implementing to keep us all safe and healthy.

First and foremost: Anyone who is at higher risk or is feeling sick should remain at home. Anyone who has been in close contact with a COVID positive individual should self-quarantine for 14 days. We encourage all parishioners to heed this directive.

You will need to “sign-in” when you arrive at church. PLEASE keep social distancing in mind as you enter the church. If you are with your family, please sign in as a family. i.e. “The John Doe Family”. If you are attending as an individual, please sign in as yourself. i.e. “Jane Doe”.

Ushers will be available to help you at all times.

During Mass, please respect signage and markers placed to assure safe social distancing by maintaining at least a six-foot distance from others outside of your household. Please wear your mask. Members of a single household do not need to practice social distancing in church, they may sit together, but everyone must wear a mask.

There will be no offertory procession, no holding of hands during the Our Father and no Sign of Peace. It is important that we keep a healthy social distance whenever possible and that we wear face masks when it is not possible.

We will not pass the collection basket. The collection basket will be at the exits of the Church, please continue to support our parish financially by either using electronic giving, mailing your gift, or placing your envelope in baskets available at the exits of the church.

The bulletin will be available at the exits of the church.

The celebrant and assisting ministers will perform hand hygiene after receiving Communion and prior to distributing Communion.

For Holy Communion, remove your face covering prior to approaching for Communion. Please receive Communion in the hand. Replace your mask after receiving Communion. Scientists tell us that momentary interaction, like receiving Communion, presents an acceptable risk, especially if you sanitize your hands before leaving the church and the priest or minister sanitizes their hands before distributing Communion.

The cup will not be offered.

Once you have received Holy Communion, please move directly to the exits of the Church. There are two exits; one to the left and one to the right (behind the organ). Maintain social distancing inside and outside of the church. Once you are outside, go directly to your vehicles and leave. Do not gather in the parking lot.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. All are asked to follow these guidelines because that is the only way to stay healthy and respect the health of others.

Let us seek the intercession of Saint Joseph, protector of the Church, as we come together.

In His Peace

God Bless

Posted: June 9th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Religious News.
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Governor Andrew Cuomo Live June 9, 2020

Posted: June 9th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Stefanik Cosponsors Great American Outdoors Act

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik

Saratoga, NY – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is cosponsoring the Great American Outdoors Act, bipartisan legislation that supports the National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund. This will support the nearly $22 billion backlog of deferred maintenance projects on federal lands and also makes funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) permanent. This bill is the House companion legislation to the Great American Outdoors Act introduced in the Senate (S. 3422) by Sens. Cory Gardner (R-C0) and Joe Manchin (D-WV).

“This important legislation will not only restore our national park and public lands, preserve our natural landscape, and protection recreation areas, but it will also create jobs in our communities,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “As Co-chair of the Roosevelt Conservation Caucus, I have been a longtime advocate for permanently authorizing the Land and Water Conservation Fund as well as the Restore Our Parks Act, which are both included in this bill. President Trump has called on Congress to pass this legislation, and I am very encouraged by the Senate moving this forward and a House companion bill gaining strong bipartisan support. I will continue to work to protect our natural and historic areas that are so important to the culture of the North Country.”

Posted: June 9th, 2020 under Congressional News, Environmental News, Political News.
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NYS Posts Phase 3 Guidelines

Taken from the North Country Chamber of Commerce Website, a Great Resource

While Phase Three is not in effect yet, Phase Three Guidelines for FOOD SERVICE and PERSONAL SERVICES are now posted on the Forward.ny.gov website.

Personal Services Include:

Tattoo & Piercing Facilities
Appearance Enhancement Practitioners
Massage Therapy
Spas
Tanning
Cosmetology
Nail Specialty
Waxing

These Guidelines do not substitute for the Guidelines for Hair Salons/Barber Shops but are in addition if they engage in any of these added services.

NOTE: Phase three has NOT started yet, but we welcome the posting of the guidelines ahead of the start. Restaurants/Food Services and Personal Services should read and affirm the updated Guidelines and either update or create their Safety Plan while awaiting the start of Phase Three, hoping in a matter of days but with no firm date.

MORE INFORMATION ON PHASE THREE

Posted: June 9th, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Hundreds of Burlington residents call for defunding police department – VTDigger

Source: Hundreds of Burlington residents call for defunding police department – VTDigger

Posted: June 9th, 2020 under Law Enforcement News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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BUDGET VOTE CHANGED – GOVERNOR TO EXTEND SCHOOL BUDGET VOTING TO JUNE 16TH

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced in a news release Sunday that he would issue an executive order extending the deadline for school election ballots sent via mail. Executive Order No. 202.39 now allows the school district to receive absentee ballots until 5:00 PM on June 16th, if sent by mail. The public may now view the live canvassing of the entire ballot lot on June 16th.

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Peru Central School District

District Office

Sherri Provost,

District Clerk, Secretary to the Superintendent of Schools, Records Management Officer

Posted: June 8th, 2020 under Peru News, Peru School News, State Government News.
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This is what people in the Auburn, NY think of the North Country

Posted on Facebook’s “Saranac Past” page by Tim Bell

This isn’t a post about just Saranac but about the whole region in North Eastern NY.

I’m from Saranac but currently, work in Auburn. After the escape from Clinton, more than a few officers from Auburn went up to Clinton to help find the escaped inmates.

This story is about the people up there in that area. Saranac, Dannemora, Cadyville, Morrisonville, Chazy, Redford and others….

Officers at Auburn continue to talk about the kindness of the people in the area where I grew up. One officer would say that a couple would drive up to a checkpoint with coolers filled with ice-cold drinks to give to the officers. Another woman showed up with new socks for everyone. After a long day, a few officers were looking to get a few drinks and hang out. A guy invited those officers to his garage and shared some cold drinks. Others provided food.

Time and time again the people of the North Country came through. One Officer at Auburn said it best when he said “The state of NY didn’t care about us. The people up there cared about us.” I have heard repeatedly through the years from all officers that were up there as to how nice everyone was. It makes me proud to be from that area.

Hats off to all of you.

Posted: June 8th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Governor Andrew Cuomo’s June 8th Livestream

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Posted: June 8th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Coronavirus updates: Multiple towns reporting cases associated with Winooski outbreak

Source: Coronavirus updates: Multiple towns reporting cases associated with Winooski outbreak

Posted: June 8th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Regional NY-VT News, State Government News.
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Mall, tenants call for Phase Two opening | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Mall, tenants call for Phase Two opening | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Posted: June 8th, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Monday, June 8th Clinton County COVID-19 Report: Lab-confirmed Positive +0, Probable +1, Recovered +1, Tests +1,012

Posted: June 8th, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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Important Items Are on Tonight’s Town Board Agenda

By John T. Ryan

The Peru Gazette plans to resume video coverage of Peru Town Board meetings tonight.

Preparing for the major sewer system upgrade is proceeding. At its May 28th meeting, the Board approved offering the Peru Community Church $8,500 for land needed for a sewage pump station. The original plan called for the pump station to be further west along Elm Street; however, the Board was unable to reach an agreed purchase price with a property owner. The new location is behind the Fellowship Center.

Bids were solicited for the entire project which engineers estimated would cost about $4 million. At last month’s bid opening only one contractor submitted a bid. Town engineers have been reviewing that bid and tonight the Board will decide if it is acceptable.

The agenda also includes the appointment of a new IT consultant. Peru has changed IT consultants several times over the past few years. Citing cost, the Board has always hired one-person companies rather than larger providers.

Posted: June 8th, 2020 under Town Board News, Water & Sewer Dept. News.
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Dam failure and implications for the Adirondacks – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Dam failure and implications for the Adirondacks – – The Adirondack Almanack

Posted: June 8th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Here’s This Week’s Soup Kitchen Menu

St. Augustine’s Church/Peru Community Church Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, June 10th. Take-Out Only. Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at 3030 Main St. in Peru.

Michigans

Macaroni Salad

Baked Beans

Ice Cream

Posted: June 7th, 2020 under Community Events, Peru News.
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Governor Andrew Cuomo’s June 7th COVID -19 Email

Some people have asked me if I’m worried that the protests we have seen across the state and nation will lead to an increase in COVID cases. Yes, I am worried. That’s why I’m asking New Yorkers who have attended a recent protest to get tested for COVID and to act as if you may have been exposed. Anyone who attended a recent protest is eligible for a test and there’s no good reason not to get one (testing is free at all state-run COVID testing sites). We’ve made terrific progress in fighting this virus and it would be devastating to have any of that progress reversed now. So please — get tested, wear a mask and be smart.

Photo of the Day: A kitten sits next to a social distancing marker in Quezon City, Philippines, next to a line of commuters (Photo by Ezra Acayan/Getty Images)

Here’s what else you need to know tonight:

1. The state is launching a new focused testing strategy in NYC to closely monitor reopening. The state will perform approximately 35,000 tests per day in New York City, which enters phase 1 of reopening tomorrow. Additionally, the state is prioritizing 15 testing sites across the city for individuals who have participated in protests. More information on where and how to get tested for COVID-19 is available at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.

2. Learn more about the reopening process in NYC. A detailed guide of which businesses will reopen in New York City as part of Phase 1 and Phase 2 is available here. Read how the MTA is preparing for Phase 1 here. Finally, you can monitor for yourself the data for the city on testing/tracing targets, hospital capacity, new infections and more at this link.

3. Outdoor, socially distanced graduation ceremonies of up to 150 people will be allowed beginning June 26th. This is subject to any outbreaks or significant changes in the metrics.

4. The Mid-Hudson Valley is still on track to enter Phase 2 on Tuesday, June 9th. Long Island is on track to enter Phase 2 on Wednesday, June 10th, following a review of regional data by global public health experts.

5. Good news on Coronavirus testing results. The state tested 60,435 people yesterday for COVID. Of those, only 781 were positive — about 1% of the total. That’s very encouraging news to see as we accelerate reopening the state.

6. The total number of COVID hospitalizations continues to decline. Total hospitalizations fell to 2,427, from 2,603 the day before. Tragically, we lost 45 New Yorkers to the virus, up slightly from 35 the previous day.

Tonight’s “Deep Breath Moment”: A floral design company has installed elaborate flower displays in unlikely spots on the streets of New York City as a tribute to front line workers. The flower arrangements have popped up on a lamp post outside of New York-Presbyterian Hospital, near a Midtown taxi stand and by an old phone booth. “With the city being so desolate and people being stuck inside, and it being a cold, dismal spring, we needed hope,” said Lewis Miller, the owner of Lewis Miller Design, in an interview with CNN. “Doing it for the health care workers was a no-brainer.”

If you were forwarded this email, you can subscribe to New York State’s Coronavirus Updates here.

Ever Upward,

Posted: June 7th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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St. Vincent’s Thrift Store Reopens Monday with Restrictions

Peru – The St. Vincent’s Thrift Store at 3028 Main Street will reopen* on Monday, June 8th. Store hours are Monday – Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to Noon.

*All customers MUST be 18 years of age or older and MUST wear a facemask.
*A maximum of 5 customers will be permitted in the store at any given time.

Posted: June 7th, 2020 under Community Events, Peru News, Religious News.
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How to Watch School Budget and Ballot Opening

The public may view the live opening of Peru CSD absentee ballots beginning at approximately 5:00 PM on Tuesday, June 9th at this link:

https://youtu.be/-OXU6AxLhgs.

Posted: June 7th, 2020 under Peru School News, Peru/Regional History.
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