Dandelions: The incredible, edible weed – – The Adirondack Almanack
Posted: May 15th, 2020 under Environmental News, Northern NY News.
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Our Sports Your Story: Peru couple’s loves is pulled by tractors
PERU, N.Y. — Tyler and Emily Jarvis are tractor pullers, whose love story started underneath the hood. Advertisement “We met many moons ago right after high school when I graduated, I worked for her grandparents in the body shop, I actually painted one of my tractors there,” Tyler Jarvis said.
Source: Our Sports Your Story: Peru couple’s loves is pulled by tractors
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Agricultural News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments.
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NBC 5 COVID-19 Update of May 14th
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Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Heathcare News.
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N O T I C E ! BOIL WATER ORDER HAS BEEN LIFTED
N O T I C E ! BOIL WATER ORDER HAS BEEN LIFTED
WATER FROM SCHOOL ST, JENKINS, BIRCHWOOD, WOODLAND, BLOOMFIELD, WINDING BROOK, MCINTOSH, HOLDEN, LOCUST, BUTTON BROOK, MCDONALD PLACE, MASON, ELMORE & MAIDEN LANE
SERVED BY PERU WATER DISTRICT
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CLINTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Water & Sewer Dept. News.
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Police seize approximately 180 pounds of marijuana during traffic stop
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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Bishop LaValley outlines a reopening plan developed with expert consultation
Bishop Terry R. LaValley has opened a dialogue with the priests of the Diocese of Ogdensburg about the steps that must be taken to reopen churches in the diocese for public worship. Bishop LaValley is working to ensure any return to public worship is done with the safety of our parishioners, priests and ministers as the main priority.
Bishop LaValley, representatives of the diocesan Office of Worship and administration continue to consult with public health officials and a committee of medical professionals to establish guidelines that will aid local parishes in developing reopening plans.
Bishop LaValley said, “We yearn for the day when we can return to Church to be with our parish family in worship and praise of our God. We hunger to be fed with the Bread of Life. But this will be a gradual process that requires significant changes in the way we have always done things so that we can provide as safe an environment as possible for those who would enter our sacred spaces. Each parish will prepare a specific plan that will incorporate these new features of our Mass experience. These changes are temporary, and the guidelines will change as we make progress against the Coronavirus. We thank you for your patience and understanding, and I continue to pray for you all.”
Those guidelines will require some changes to how the faithful of the North Country typically gather and worship. These changes include:
Churches will undergo continual intensive cleaning and sanitizing.
At the outset, only a certain number of people will be able to physically attend Mass. This is largely determined by the size of the church and the requirements of social distancing.
Individuals who are at higher risk with the coronavirus and those who are sick are asked to remain at home.
All parishioners ages 2 and over will wear face coverings while in church to protect themselves and others.
There will be no holy water in fonts.
There will be no offertory processions.
There will be no passing of the collection basket. The basket will be placed in a fixed location and parishioners will be asked to drop their contributions into the basket as they enter or leave the church.
The distribution of Communion will be different.
No worship aids, such as missalettes and hymnals, will be available for use.
There will be no choirs in the early phases of our return to public worship.
There will be no congregating in the church, on the steps or at the doors of the church.
Bishop LaValley will extend the dispensation for Sunday Mass until further notice.
Pastors and parishes will be asked to use these guidelines to develop plans for the celebration of Mass at each worship site.
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Religious News.
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What’s contact tracing, how does it keep us safe, and what does it look like in the North Country? | NCPR News
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Governor gives North Country green light to start re-opening, yellow light to proceed with caution | NCPR News
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Business News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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Today’s Governor Cuomo’s Daily CIvID-19 Briefing Is From Syracuse
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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All School Budget and Board of Education Voting Is By Absentee Ballot
This flyer cited NYS Election Law 5-106 as one of the reasons to be disqualified from voting.
It reads: Qualifications of voters; reasons for exclusion
1. No person who shall receive, accept, or offer to receive, or pay, offer or promise to pay, contribute, offer or promise to contribute to another, to be paid or used, any money or any other valuable thing as a compensation or reward for the giving or withholding a vote at an election, or for registering or refraining from registering as a voter, or who shall make any promise to influence the giving or withholding of any such vote or registration, or who shall make or become directly or indirectly interested in any bet or wager depending upon the result of an election, shall vote at such election.
2. No person who has been convicted of a felony pursuant to the laws of this state, shall have the right to register for or vote at any election unless he shall have been pardoned or restored to the rights of citizenship by the governor, or his maximum sentence of imprisonment has expired, or he has been discharged from parole. The governor, however, may attach as a condition to any such pardon a provision that any such person shall not have the right of suffrage until it shall have been separately restored to him.
3. No person who has been convicted in a federal court, of a felony, or a crime or offense which would constitute a felony under the laws of this state, shall have the right to register for or vote at any election unless he shall have been pardoned or restored to the rights of citizenship by the president of the United States, or his maximum sentence of imprisonment has expired, or he has been discharged from parole.
4. No person who has been convicted in another state for a crime or offense which would constitute a felony under the laws of this state shall have the right to register for or vote at any election in this state unless he shall have been pardoned or restored to the rights of citizenship by the governor or other appropriate authority of such other state, or his maximum sentence has expired, or he has been discharged from parole.
5. The provisions of subdivisions two, three and four of this section shall not apply if the person so convicted is not sentenced to either death or imprisonment, or if the execution of a sentence of imprisonment is suspended.
6. No person who has been adjudged incompetent by order of a court of competent judicial authority shall have the right to register for or vote at any election in this state unless thereafter he shall have been adjudged competent pursuant to law.
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Education News, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History.
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Stefanik Cosponsors ACCESS Act
From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is co-sponsoring the bipartisan Advancing Connectivity During the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). Many older Americans and individuals with disabilities rely on nursing homes for care in their older years, and the COVID-19 pandemic has severely isolated them from their family members and healthcare providers. The ACCESS Act would authorize emergency funding of $50 million for the Department Health and Human Services’ Telehealth Resource Center to assist nursing facilities in expanding their use of telehealth services. It also requires HHS to share recommendations to improve access to telehealth services in nursing facilities during the pandemic and establishes a grant program to allow nursing facilities to facilitate “virtual visits” with loved ones during the pandemic.
“My district is home to many seniors who reside in nursing homes and eldercare facilities, and their lives have been severely disrupted by this public health crisis,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “This legislation will be crucial in helping our seniors stay better connected to their healthcare providers and their families throughout this unprecedented time. It is essential that we continue to protect our most vulnerable population from risking exposure to the virus, while still providing them with the telehealth and family virtual visits for human connection that they so desperately need. I will continue to advocate for support for our seniors throughout the COVID-19 outbreak and beyond.”
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Congressional News, Heathcare News, Political News.
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May 14th Clinton County COVID-19 Case Update
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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Formulating a 2020-21 Peru School District Budget Is Underway
By John T. Ryan
April 14 – The Peru School Board is conducting 2020-21 budget meetings this week. It is a very difficult budget year with many unknowns. State aid and the amount the Governor will cut are the greatest concerns. No decisions have been made. The Board is looking at potential cost savings.
District Superintendent Dr. Thomas Palmer commented, “The Board has made no action or acceptance and will have further discussion and hopefully a Board Adoption of the budget at their May 19 Board Meeting to present to the public for their vote. I will be having a Podcast on Friday recapping the Budget workshop and hopefully have some more numbers to share at that time.”
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Education News, Peru School News.
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SUNY Plattsburgh Spring 2020 Graduating Class
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Education News, Northern NY News.
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COVID-19 GLOBAL UPDATE of May 14, 2020
More than 180 nations worldwide have confirmed cases of the coronavirus. The following have the highest number as of 4 a.m. ET*:
US 1,390,764 (+1.52%)
Spain 271,095 (+0.58%)
Russia 242,271 (+4.32%)
UK 230,985 (+1.42%)
Italy 222,104 (+0.40%)
Brazil 190,137 (+6.69%)
France 178,184 (-0.09%)
Germany 174,098 (+0.54%)
Turkey 143,114 (+1.16%)
Iran 112,725 (+1.77%)
Source: Johns Hopkins University
*Percentage change over 24 hours
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Heathcare News.
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Local officials: Maintain public health focus as reopening begins | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Business News, County Government News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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As the Covid-19 economic crisis unfolds, Vermont women stand to be hit hardest – VTDigger
Posted: May 14th, 2020 under Heathcare News, Regional NY-VT News.
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K of C 2020 Golf Tournament Canceled
Peru – The 34th Annual St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Bill McBride Jr. Memorial Golf Tournament scheduled for June 19th at Adirondack and Country Club has been canceled because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Peru Knights thank all past tournament sponsors and participants and look forward to hosting the tournament in 2021. If conditions permit an informal golf day may be scheduled later this year.
Posted: May 13th, 2020 under Community Events, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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The County’s Latest Official COVID-19 Totals
Posted: May 13th, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News.
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Peru, Chazy and Plattsburgh Lions Clubs Unite to Thank Essential Workers
L-R Lions Dennis Hulbert (Plattsburgh), Ricky Laurin (Chazy), Jim Keislick & David Dalton (Peru) yesterday at Clinton County Nursing Home
Lions David Dalton (Peru) and Rick Laurin (Chazy) at Meadowbrook Healthcare
Lions David Dalton, Sandra Geddes Meadowbrook’s Director of Community Relations, Rick Laurin & Chazy Lions
By John T. Ryan
Over the past several days members of the Peru, Plattsburgh and Chazy Lions Clubs have been delivering danishes and donuts to essential personnel at Meadowbrook Healthcare, the Villas Home, the Clinton County Nursing Home and the Plattsburgh Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Peru Lions Club Acting President David Dalton commented, “ The Lions Club mission is focused on several aspects of healthcare including vision, hearing, and diabetes, so it’s a natural fit for us to support these healthcare workers who are doing such an important job under these difficult circumstances.”
The three clubs donated equal amounts to purchase the baked goodies from Rulfs in Peru. Next week they’ll continue their frontline support with visits to some of our local law enforcement departments.
Posted: May 13th, 2020 under General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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NBC 5 May 13th, COVID-19 Report
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Stefanik Leads Letter Asking DHA to Continue to Include Retail Pharmacies in TRICARE Coverage During COVID-19
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik sent a letter to the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs asking for the increased use of community retail pharmacies for non-active duty service members and veterans currently covered under TRICARE. In response to COVID-19, Military Treatment Facilities (MTF) and their pharmacies have changed or limited access to non-active duty service members and their families, and are encouraging TRICARE beneficiaries to use mail order services which are steering patients away from retail community pharmacies like Kinney Drugs, who have already implemented necessary safety precautions.
Additionally, the letter restates the Department of Homeland Security’s designation of pharmacy employees as critical infrastructure workers and emphasizes the need for the DHA to recognize the critical role community pharmacies fill when providing prescriptions to patients during a public health crisis.
“Community pharmacies in the North Country have implemented the necessary no-contact precautions for those picking up prescriptions due to COVID-19,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “Our servicemembers covered by TRICARE should still be able to safely pick up prescriptions at their local pharmacies and, in turn, support our community businesses during this economically challenging time. I am asking that the Defense Health Agency consider encouraging TRICARE beneficiaries to still support their local pharmacies that are practicing safe, no-contact procedures. This action will minimize further disruption for service members during this unprecedented time and support our local economy.”
Posted: May 13th, 2020 under Heathcare News.
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Clinton County COVID-19 Briefing of May 13, 2020
Posted: May 13th, 2020 under Business News, County Government News, Heathcare News.
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Approved Minutes of Peru Town Board’s April 27, 2020 Meeting
The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday April 27, 2020 at the Peru Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald, Supervisor; Mr. Richard Barber, Councilman; Mr. Kregg Bruno, Councilman; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. Mel Irwin, Councilman; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk and Mr. Matt Favro, Town Attorney via tele- conference.
The meeting was called to order at 6:02 PM by Mr. McDonald with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motion by Mr. Bruno; seconded by Mr. Irwin to accept the minutes from the April 13, 2020 Regular Meeting.
Ayes 5 Nays 0
Motion Carried
TOWN OF PERU CLINTON COUNTY, NEW YORK
April 27, 2020
A regular meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Peru, in the County of Clinton, New York was held at the Peru Town Hall, Peru, New York on April 27, 2020, at 6:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time).
There were present: (Board Members)
Brandy McDonald, Town Supervisor x James Douglass, Council Member x Melvin Irwin, Council Member x Richard Barber, Council Member x Kregg Bruno, Council Member x
There were absent:
Also present:
Dianne Miller, Town Clerk
The following resolution was offered by Town Board member Mr. Barber who moved its adoption, and second by Town Board member Mr. Douglass to wit:
REFUNDING BOND RESOLUTION DATED APRIL 27, 2020. Resolution Number- 20.04.27-1
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF REFUNDING BONDS OF THE TOWN OF PERU, CLINTON COUNTY, NEW YORK, TO BE DESIGNATED SUBSTANTIALLY “REFUNDING (SERIAL) BONDS” AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER
Posted: May 13th, 2020 under Town Board News.
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