The Peru Gazette

Source: Coronavirus: State officials are enforcing crowd limits at bars/restaurants – syracuse.com

Source: CDC recommends no gatherings over 50 people for next 8 weeks

Source: Mt Marcy, Influenza And Our Impulses To Protect Public Land – – The Adirondack Almanack

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Source: Price Chopper will close 24-hour supermarkets overnight to restock, clean amid coronavirus pandemic – syracuse.com

Masses are being said at parishes in the Diocese of Ogdensburg. The Archdiocese of New York does NOT include the Ogdensburg Diocese.

Statement from Bishop LaValley Regarding Mass Attendance During the Coronavirus Outbreak

In light of the serious health risks to vulnerable populations, and mindful of the instructions of medical professionals, the Bishops of New York State have urged the faithful to use their prudential judgment on whether or not to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days during the coronavirus outbreak. This is in keeping with the teaching of the Church, which has always exempted those with serious medical issues which would prohibit them from attending Mass, as well as for all people in times of general emergencies. This is especially true during this coronavirus outbreak, particularly for adults over the age of 60, people with underlying medical conditions, and family members of such individuals, who should take special care in discerning the best course of action.

Masses throughout the Diocese of Ogdensburg will continue to be offered at this time, contingent on emergency restrictions regarding large gatherings. We are taking steps to make attendance at Mass safe for those who attend. Additionally, to those choosing not to attend Mass due to illness or having an underlying condition, Bishop LaValley hereby grants a dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass beginning immediately and continuing until further notice. Persons with underlying health conditions are especially encouraged to remain at home at this time. Those who do attend Mass are reminded that they should follow the guidelines in place, such as receiving Holy Communion reverently in the hand, not receiving the Precious Blood, being sure to wash hands/use sanitizer before and after Mass, and avoiding physical contact with or close proximity to other persons.

Additionally, at this time, we are asking pastors to ensure good and regular cleaning of surfaces that are touched regularly (such as door handles), that ministers of the Eucharist exercise good hygiene (washing or sanitizing their hands prior to distributing Holy Communion), and that holy water fonts are emptied. During Mass, the sign of peace will not be announced or exchanged. If the parish has the habit of holding hands during the Lord’s Prayer, this practice should be halted at this time. We ask all participants to refrain from shaking hands before, during or after Mass. A complete listing of precautions can be found our diocesan website via a link on the diocesan homepage.

Those who will not attend Mass can follow the Mass on radio, television, or online where possible. This includes The Catholic Channel on Sirius XM (10:15 a.m. EDT from Saint Patrick’s Cathedral and 1:00 p.m. EDT from the Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels), and the Mass from St. Mary’s Cathedral at 8:00am Sunday on WQTK 92.7 FM, and television broadcasts (8:00am and 12:00pm on EWTN, 9:00am from St. Andre Bessette Parish, Malone, on Spectrum and 11:00am and 8:00pm from St. Bernard’s Church, Saranac Lake, on Spectrum).

All are urged to keep in prayer those who are suffering from the coronavirus, as well as for doctors, nurses, caregivers, and all those who are working to combat the disease.

Source: NEW: School districts across the North Country to close amidst coronavirus concerns | NCPR News

Peru Central School District
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A Message From Dr. Thomas Palmer:

We are aware of the rumors that are circulating around the community about school staying in session. At this time, we are open and operating on our regular schedule. If anything changes, staff, students, and community members will be notified by district administration through our normal avenues of communication.

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Out of respect for the warnings health officials have issued regarding CORVID-19 and concern for our members and the public attending our meetings, the Clinton County Historical Association has postponed all CCHA sponsored events in March and April.  Additionally, we have closed the CCHA Museum to the public until further notice. Inquiries can be submitted to director@clintoncountyhistorical.org or by calling 518-561-0340.

CCHA Executive Committee

March 13, 2020

The Peru Knights of Columbus Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner scheduled for today (Saturday) has been canceled. 

The Peru Free Library Book Sale is on until 3 p.m. today (Saturday). There’s huge selection of fiction and non-fiction along with free Rulfs donuts and Stewart’s coffee.

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Updated 5:14 p.m.

Limit your exposure and contact… keep a distance between you and the next person…wash your hands and don’t touch your face.

We are in complete lock down. Remain home. However, we can still go to our local grocery store for a brief shop. Can’t go cross into another community/town. I went today for the first time in weeks. All customers wearing masks and employees were not as they are not that effective and they promote fear. And once again, exercise the above guidelines. There is no room for panic and fear. It was like a funeral…no one talking lots of sadness and I was just excited to do something normal for 15 minutes.

The Diocese of Ogdensburg is actively following the directives of public health officials to ensure all diocesan parishes, schools, ministries and charities are responding appropriately to the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).

Masses throughout the Diocese of Ogdensburg will continue to be offered at this time, contingent on emergency restrictions regarding large gatherings. Additionally, to those choosing not to attend Mass due to illness or having an underlying condition, Bishop LaValley hereby grants a dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass beginning immediately and continuing until further notice.

To see Bishop LaValley’s full statement and current diocesan directives that relate to the virus, please visit https://www.rcdony.org/COVID-19.

Source: Cuomo: Requirement to have 180 school days waived; decision to close up to districts – syracuse.com

Dear Friends,

With deep regret – but also with a good measure of relief – we must inform you that Jazz at the Fire Hall March 20-22 has been cancelled. It has taken the better part of a week for our drama to play out and point us in the right direction. We’ve had many discussions with our artists, trustees, friends, and colleagues, and we have followed the rapid progress of the virus and noted the actions of many organizations in the region and beyond.