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Archive for March 20th, 2020

3rd Coronavirus case identified in Clinton County – A woman in her 30’s

Plattsburgh, March 20, 2020. A third case of COVID-19 has been identified in Clinton County. The female, in her thirties, was identified as a direct contact of the second confirmed case. Since that time, she has been quarantined at home to limit the possibility of spreading the virus to others. The individual is now isolated […]

Staying Home Saves Lives

Tim Lahey, MD, an infectious disease expert at UVM Medical Center, we’re underscoring the need for all of us to avoid unnecessary contact with others. This will slow the spread of the virus in our communities, giving us a better chance to quickly and effectively treat those who need help. This message applies to everyone. […]

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced he is signing the “New York State on PAUSE” executive order

EXECUTIVE ORDER Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced he is signing the “New York State on PAUSE” executive order, a 10-point policy to assure uniform safety for everyone. It includes a new directive that all non-essential businesses statewide must close in-office personnel functions effective at 8PM on Sunday, March 22, and temporarily bans all non-essential gatherings […]

A message from St. Augustine’s Church Pastor Rev. Alan Shnob

1- Spiritual help is always available. Our Masses are no longer public, but they are still taking place in private, and being broadcast on Facebook. The simplest way to find the Masses is to go to Facebook and type “St Augustine’s Parish Peru” into the search bar. 2- Parishioners are encouraged to pray a spiritual […]

It’s official: New York State calls off exams due to coronavirus closures

Source: It’s official: New York State calls off exams due to coronavirus closures

State joins Feds in extending tax deadline to July 15 | Newsday

Source: State joins Feds in extending tax deadline to July 15 | Newsday

Vermont allows takeout and delivery of alcohol for businesses

Source: Vermont allows takeout and delivery of alcohol for businesses

To All Peru Residents from Town Supervisor Brandy McDonald

As per Governor Cuomo’s office and Assemblyman Billy’s Jones’ office who has been in direct contact with Supervisor McDonald, all non-essential employees are being sent home as of 3:00 pm today, March 20, 2020. Those who can, will work from home. In an effort to protect our Town workers and the public from exposure during […]

Stefanik Urges Trump to Ramp Up Federal Production of PPE, Take Action Under Defense Production Act

Washington, D.C. – Following Governor Cuomo’s call on the federal government to release the federal stockpile of medical equipment to address the COVID-19 pandemic, Congresswoman Stefanik joined him in urging the President to ramp up production of PPE and other medical equipment. On Wednesday, President Trump invoked the Defense Production Act, which allows him to […]

Cuomo orders non-essential remain home, coronavirus cases top 7,100

Source: Cuomo orders non-essential remain home, coronavirus cases top 7,100

Stay at home and enjoy Tom Chapin ’66 and the Chapin Sisters

Source: Stay at home and enjoy Tom Chapin ’66 and the Chapin Sisters

Health Professional Survey | Department of Health

Source: Health Professional Survey | Department of Health

Streaming Storytime: Plattsburgh children’s author organizes online video library | NCPR News

Source: Streaming Storytime: Plattsburgh children’s author organizes online video library | NCPR News

Barber shops, hair and nail salons ordered to close by governor | WNYT.com

Source: Barber shops, hair and nail salons ordered to close by governor | WNYT.com

US tax filing deadline moved to July 15, Steven Mnuchin says – CNNPolitics

Source: US tax filing deadline moved to July 15, Steven Mnuchin says – CNNPolitics

Coronavirus live updates: Cuomo asks health-care retirees to be reserve force

Source: Coronavirus live updates: Cuomo asks health-care retirees to be reserve force