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Archive for October, 2021

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, October 13, 2021

BBQ Ribs Coleslaw Baked Bean Bread Dessert Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., take-out only, at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY All are welcome at our table!

Enjoy this beautiful day

Regular Monthly School Board Meeting October 19, 2021

The Peru CSD Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at 6:00 PM in the High School Community Room.  It is anticipated that an executive session will take place immediately following the 6:00 PM start and that the Board will reconvene for public session business at approximately 7:00 […]

+51 Additional Covid positives, plus potential Covid exposure at Oct. 1 reception at Gigi’s in Keeseville

Since our 10/7 update, 51 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Potential COVID-19 Exposure: Residents who attended a reception at Gigi’s in Keeseville, NY on Friday, October 1, 2021 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 […]

More than 120,000 US kids had caregivers die during Covid pandemic – syracuse.com

“During 15 months of the nearly 19-month COVID-19 pandemic, more than 120,000 U.S. children lost a parent or grandparent who was a primary provider of financial support and care, the study found.” Source: More than 120,000 US kids had caregivers die during Covid pandemic – syracuse.com

Pfizer asks US to allow Covid shots for kids ages 5 to 11 – syracuse.com

Source: Pfizer asks US to allow Covid shots for kids ages 5 to 11 – syracuse.com

NSL D-I boys: Nighthawk seniors shine on their night; Cougars, Eagles win | Sun Community News PERU | It was senior night for the Peru varsity boys soccer team Oct. 5

Source: NSL D-I boys: Nighthawk seniors shine on their night; Cougars, Eagles win | Sun Community News PERU | It was senior night for the Peru varsity boys soccer team Oct. 5, and they made an impact in the Nighthawks’ 3-0 win against Plattsburgh High in Northern

CVAC boys XC: Chiefs, Nighthawks earn trio of wins | Sun Community News PERU | The Peru varsity boys cross country team scored a trio of wins in their Oct. 5 cross country meet at McComb State Park

Source: CVAC boys XC: Chiefs, Nighthawks earn trio of wins | Sun Community News PERU | The Peru varsity boys cross country team scored a trio of wins in their Oct. 5 cross country meet at McComb State Park, with a 27-32 score over Lake Placid, 16-47 against AuSabl

31 Additional Covid Positives Reported

Since our 10/7 update, 31 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list of Clinton County COVID-19 testing providers can be found at www.clintonhealth.org/covid19. – CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848. – […]

North Country’s only cranberry harvest is underway in St. Lawrence County | NCPR News

Source: North Country’s only cranberry harvest is underway in St. Lawrence County | NCPR News

Calls for reform of St. Lawrence Dept. of Social Services continue, legislature votes to hire outside evaluators | NCPR News

Source: Calls for reform of St. Lawrence Dept. of Social Services continue, legislature votes to hire outside evaluators | NCPR News

Maiden Lane Restrictions and Closure

Maiden Lane will have one lane open tonight October 7th between Woodland Dr & Button Brook.  Tomorrow, October 8th,  Maiden Lane will be closed from 7 am til 5 pm from Woodland to Button Brook to repair a waterline. There will be NO through traffic including Emergency vehicles during that time period.

Agenda – Town Board Regular Meeting of Thursday, October 14, 2021

Call Meeting To Order at 6 p.m.  Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call MOTION/DISCUSSION: To Accept Reports from all Departments: (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; JCEO; and Banking Reports) MOTION: Approval of Minutes for the Town Board Regular Meeting of September 27, 2021 Community Input  MOTION:  Adjourn to […]

Anderson Falls Heritage Museum finishes season | News | pressrepublican.com

Closes for the season today. It’s a great museum. You still have time to hurry over to Keeseville! Source: Anderson Falls Heritage Museum finishes season | News | pressrepublican.com

Thousands of utility customers are dealing with power outage in Essex County, NY

Source: Thousands of utility customers are dealing with power outage in Essex County, NY

Beekmantown wins on Senior Night; NAC, PHS, Peru sweep | Local Sports | pressrepublican.com

Source: Beekmantown wins on Senior Night; NAC, PHS, Peru sweep | Local Sports | pressrepublican.com

NY Excelsior Pass vaccine passport updated to accept proof from other states – syracuse.com

Source: NY Excelsior Pass vaccine passport updated to accept proof from other states – syracuse.com

Capitol riots: Here are all 47 people from New York State arrested (updated list) – syracuse.com

Source: Capitol riots: Here are all 47 people from New York State arrested (updated list) – syracuse.com

Hudson Headwaters awarded $1.5 million grant | Sun Community News 

Source: Hudson Headwaters awarded $1.5 million grant | Sun Community News QUEENSBURY | Hudson Headwaters Health Network has been awarded nearly $1.5 million in funding from the Department of Health and Human Services.

Past Au Sable fire chief honored for decades of service | Sun Community News AU SABLE FORKS | 

Source: Past Au Sable fire chief honored for decades of service | Sun Community News AU SABLE FORKS | Former Fire Chief and longtime volunteer Joe Fitzgerald was recently honored for his decades of service to the Au Sable Forks Fire Department and surrounding comm

NY announces $149 million for older adult assistance efforts | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The North Country is expected to see a sizable chunk 

“Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the federal aid Oct. 5 to help older adults meet basic needs, remain in their homes, slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus and get vaccinated.” Source: NY announces $149 million for older adult assistance efforts | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The North Country is expected to see a sizable […]

NSL D-I girls: Chiefs claim crown; Eagles win; Nighthawks, Hornets draw | Sun Community News SARANAC | 

Source: NSL D-I girls: Chiefs claim crown; Eagles win; Nighthawks, Hornets draw | Sun Community News SARANAC | Olvia Davis and Sydney Myers each contributed four goals and an assist to the Saranac varsity girls attack, as the Chiefs claimed the Northern Soccer Lea

Maiden Lane Partial Closure Tomorrow

The Town of Peru Water & Sewer Department will be closing Maiden Lane from Woodland to Button Brook Thursday, October 7th   from 7:00 am till 5:00 pm to repair a water line. There will be NO through traffic including Emergency vehicles during that time period.

October Harvest of the Month: Apples – – The Adirondack Almanack

“Why Local Apples? Because New York State grows a lot of great apples! According to the USDA, approximately 42,360 acres of farmland in New York State are home to apple orchards. The current climate across New York State, from the Hudson Valley to the Canadian border, to Western NY, is great for growing apples. The […]

Rail bikes offer fall outing for all ages – Adirondack Explorer

Source: Rail bikes offer fall outing for all ages – Adirondack Explorer