The Peru Gazette

Source: Vermont leads country in growth of Covid case rate, reports recent record of 55 hospitalizations – VTDigger

Source: FDA OKs mixing COVID vaccines; backs Moderna, J&J boosters

“Samaritan Medical Center’s affiliation with Roswell will give North Country patients access to the leading cancer research, education, and prevention services, overseen by experts at Roswell Park.” Source: Watertown hospital partners with renowned Buffalo cancer center | NCPR News

“The cost of natural gas is more than double from a year ago. That could produce heating bills up to 50% higher comapred to last year, according to the federal Energy Information Adminsitration.” Source: Expect to pay more for heat this winter | NCPR News

Since our 10/19 update, 20 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of an additional COVID-19 related death of a Clinton County resident. This death bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to forty-one. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list […]

Source: White House details plan to vaccinate children ages 5 to 11 against Covid-19 – MarketWatch

Click here to review minutes posted on the Town of Peru Website.

Source: Mayor offers reprieve to Burlington encampment; Neighbor says eviction overdue

Source: Police say husband of missing woman confessed to killing her in Bolton, body found in his vehicle – VTDigger

Source: When do we turn our clocks back for Daylight Saving Time 2021? – syracuse.com

Source: Brian Laundrie look-alike raided by feds turns out to be an Ithaca man on hiking trip – syracuse.com

Source: Paul Smith’s students to protest harassment and bigotry on campus | NCPR News

Source: Au Sable Forks to vote on new firehouse Oct. 26 | Sun Community News AU SABLE FORKS | Voters in the Au Sable Forks Fire District will go to the polls on Tuesday, Oct. 26, to decide whether to build a new $5.9 million firehouse to replace old and cramped sp

Source: CVAC volleyball: Nighthawks escape Hornets’ hive in five-set thriller | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The first set was a good indication the Oct. 18 CVAC varsity volleyball match between Peru and Plattsburgh High was going to be a good one.

Democrat Peru Town Supervisor Brandy McDonald is on the ballot for reelection this year. He should be re-elected on November 2nd because no one is opposing him for office. The Peru Gazette posed a few questions to Brandy seeking to inform voters about McDonald’s experience and the issues he sees facing Peru. Brandy McDonald  1.      […]

Source: Plattsburgh State Athletic Hall of Famer, Former Assistant Women’s Ice Hockey Coach Danielle Blanchard Named Head Coach at UMass Boston – Plattsburgh State Athletics

National Anthem Etiquette (Star Spangled Banner Protocol) When the National Anthem is announced, there are several things to keep in mind: stand, remove your cap, face the flag, place your right hand over your heart, and sing along if appropriate. Don’t talk, eat, or distract from the performance of the National Anthem. Please share! Yes, […]

Manal El Daouk, MD, Wendy McKinnon, genetics counselor to speak  PLATTSBURGH, NY (10/19/2021) – Genetics, Breast Cancer and You, a webinar planned for Wednesday, October 27 from 6 to 7 p.m. will be presented by Manal El Daouk, MD, FACOG, of the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) Family Medicine […]

Source: Fentanyl is one reason why the U.S. drug addiction crisis is roaring back : NPR

Since our 10/18 update, 17 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of an additional COVID-19 related death of a Clinton County resident. This death bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to forty. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list […]

Source: New York state ballot issues in 2021 election: Voters to decide on 5 questions – syracuse.com Click here to see a sample ballot  

Source: Farmers say overtime mandate would weaken NY agriculture | Local News | lockportjournal.com

  Stromboli Garden Salad Dessert   Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m, take out only, at St Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972.   All are welcome at our table!

Source: Vermont reports 1-day Covid case record over the weekend, 3 new deaths – VTDigger

“Auditors found that ESD, with few exceptions, does not monitor whether its programs are meeting their goals. It also doesn’t work to identify successes or failures or apply successful strategies to other programs.” Source: DiNapoli audit criticizes Empire State Development for poor oversight of programs – syracuse.com