The Peru Gazette

*Attention* Covid-19 Cases are increasing in Franklin County. In order to reduce the spread of infection: Reduce Gathering Sizes. Comply with the face-covering requirements of New York State. Socially distance 6 feet and wear your face covering. Wash hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer. Clean and disinfect surfaces. Driver or rideshare – […]

State Senator Dan Stec (R,C,I-Queensbury) is supporting a comprehensive legislative agenda focused on helping restaurants and the hospitality industry.   “The impact on our hospitality businesses, in terms of jobs and revenue lost, due to the COVID shutdown and restrictions has just been enormous,” said Stec. “Long-time, successful small business, fixtures in our communities, have […]

Since our 1/25 update, 47 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD asks residents to continue following all of the safety practices we have been encouraging all along. Reduce contact and the length of time you spend with those who do not live in your household. When you are out in the community, […]

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today issued guidance to help prevent conflicts between people and coyotes. “Coyotes may become more territorial during the breeding and pup-rearing seasons, which in New York run from January through March, increasing the risk for potential conflicts with people and pets,” said DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos. […]

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Coleslaw, chicken ‘n biscuits, mashed potatoes/gravy, dessert Served Take-Out Only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce The region’s new vaccination site continues to see a steady flow of drive-thru appointments as officials now clarify the procedures for second doses of COVID-19 vaccines there. According to the Clinton County Health Department, residents who receive first doses on or after Jan. 20, will have their second […]

Source: Cuomo: Vaccination rate among health care workers exceeds 70 percent

January 25, 2021. We expected that increased social activity around the holidays would lead to a spike in COVID cases and that the spike would eventually recede. We are in fact seeing that happening in the numbers and the trends now. The rate of transmission—one of the most important numbers—has now declined below one, meaning […]

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Source: City & State Coronavirus Update co-sponsored by Pesetsky & Bookman, PC

Since our 1/22 update, 133 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of two COVID-19 related deaths of Clinton County residents. These deaths bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to twenty. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. According […]

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Brive, Monday, January 25, 2020, 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru.  Your neighbors need and appreciate your donation. All coronavirus safeguards will be maintained. 

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Source: Possible exposures at Keeseville and Rouses Point restaurants | Sun Community News KEESEVILLE | Recent patrons at two local diners are now being advised of possible COVID-19 exposure, including one instance where a resident reportedly dined out after testi

Plattsburgh, January 24, 2021. Residents who have visited Pleasant Corner Restaurant in Keeseville between January 12th and January 24th may have been exposed to COVID-19. The Clinton County Health Department recommends that residents self-monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 over the 14-day period from the date of the potential exposure. Symptoms include, but are not limited […]

Source: Regulators: Elderwood didn’t provide adequate patient care during Covid outbreak – VTDigger

Source: ‘Painful’ cuts proposed in pensions for teachers, state employees – VTDigger

Source: Burlington’s mayoral candidates clash over CityPlace project, policing in second debate – VTDigger

Source: DEC Reminder – Seeking Comments for Proposed Trout Stream Fishing Regulations – The Adirondack Almanack

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — With coronavirus cases on the rise, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital’s (CVPH) Adirondack Regional Blood Center is looking for plasma donations with COVID-19 antibodies. Source: Blood bank asking people with COVID-19 antibodies to donate

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