The Peru Gazette

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced he is seeking accounts of North Country residents helping the community recover from the novel coronavirus pandemic. Jones plans to share stories submitted from residents on social media to show how the community is coming together during these difficult times.

“North Country residents are never ones to shy away from helping their neighbors in trying times, and the ongoing public health crisis is no different,” Jones said. “It can be easy to get caught up in the horrific consequences of this pandemic, but across the state and nation, people are selflessly stepping up to support those in need. The North Country excels at coming together to triumph over adversity and sharing these stories will highlight the selfless character of our community. Together, we will overcome these difficult times.”

Stories from the 115th Assembly District can be submitted to jonesb@nyassembly.gov, 518-562-1986, or mailed to 202 U.S. Oval, Plattsburgh, NY 12903. Jones looks forward to sharing a new story each week to show all the ways that North Country residents are helping each other deal with the impacts of COVID-19.

Jones recently posted on his Facebook page about Plattsburgh Police Officer Brad Miller volunteering to help the United Way of the Adirondack Region distribute face masks to those in need.[1] Miller was one of the dozens of volunteers who helped deliver the donated personal protective equipment that the United Way had collected for essential workers.[2]