Contract preserves healthcare benefit fund, provides wage increases

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International Olympic Committee seeks bobsled venue

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Corey Howe commended for his quick action during Sept. 25 tanker crash in Keene

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Border Patrol and local police and rescue crews searched for more than 24 hours for a person believed to have crossed the US-Canadian border illegally

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Three-part program offers information, practical tips to those living with Type 2 Diabetes

PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/12/2023) – A three-part Diabetes Self-Management Education Program sponsored by the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) begins Tuesday, January 9 at the main hospital. The program, led by certified diabetes educators Ann Watts and Catherine LaPier, takes place in the Miner Arts Building, 214 Cornelia St. (on the CVPH campus) in Room 302B from 1 to 4 p.m.

This program is designed to foster a better understanding of Type 2 Diabetes, its management and treatment. Classes will include practical information focused on successfully managing the disease. Lifestyle choices and medication options will be explored. Discussed will be the impact of food and activity on blood sugar, the importance of glucose level monitoring and steps to adopting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Preventing, recognizing and treating complications of Type 2 Diabetes will also be discussed.

Each participant can bring a support person to the program.

A physician referral is required for the CVPH Diabetes Self-Management Education Program. Insurances will be billed however all government and private insurances will cover the cost. Some may require a copay which will be billed by the hospital.

The CVPH Diabetes Self-Management Education Program is  offered periodically throughout the year and at different times of the day to provide ample opportunity for those interested to attend.

For more information, call Watts at (518) 314-3921 or speak with your health care provider.

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CEO John Casella says local Y ‘provides a critical role’ in the wider community

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 PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/12/2023) – A Medical Assistant renowned for her unwavering support of colleagues while ensuring patients with diabetes get the care they need has been honored as the latest recipient of the BEE Award at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH). Laura Crossman was presented the award during a surprise ceremony with her team at CVPH Endocrinology.

Crossman is the second staff member to receive the BEE award, which is short for Beyond Exceptional Everyday. It was established earlier this year at CVPH to recognize members of the hospital’s support staff who go above and beyond in their roles to help provide excellent patient care.

Crossman was nominated by Catherine LaPier, BSN, RN, CDCES, a Certified Diabetes Educator focusing on inpatients at CVPH. She has worked with Crossman in multiple roles and departments, most recently at CVPH Endocrinology.

“Laura shows up every day and goes above and beyond to take care of all patients and providers,” LaPier writes in her nomination. “She makes her workload look effortless at times. She rooms, downloads, pre-visit plans, manages referrals, handles all the DME labs, and does countless reminders to patients to get their labs done.”

However, it is Crossman’s dedication to our patients that stands out the most for LaPier. In her nomination, she references a situation where Crossman spent hours on the phone fighting to ensure a patient was able to get what he needed to manage his diabetes.

“Laura continued to fight for him, because it was the right thing to do,” LaPier says, also noting the difference Crossman makes with her colleagues on a daily basis.

“Her dedication helped make my role much more manageable. She took care of tasks that allowed me to focus on other patient needs. Laura is an extremely valuable member of the Endocrinology team. The office runs more smoothly because of her, but more importantly, patients get what they need to take care of themselves thanks to Laura.”

During the award presentation, Crossman was presented with a certificate commending her for her extraordinary work. She, like all honorees, also received a BEE Award pin, a beautiful and meaningful sculpture and a basket filled with bee-themed gifts.

All CVPH employees who support patient care by working together with physicians and registered nurses to improve the physical, emotional and spiritual health of patients and their loved ones are eligible for the BEE Award. Nomination forms and boxes are located at each of the hospital’s main entrances and on the CVPH website. Support staff may be nominated by patients, families and colleagues. A committee reviews nominations and awards a deserving employee each quarter.

Outgoing Councilman Rick Barber praised for dedicated service

In the first action of the evening, the board tabled Agenda #10 concerning Town Clerk Dianne Miller’s suggestion that the board only meet once a month in 2024. The board doesn’t appear to have reached a consensus on the issue. 

JCEO has not been staffing its town hall office, claiming a personnel shortage. The office is important, especially critical on Mondays when the JCEO food truck usually brings in a food shipment. Peru pays $33,000+ a year for JCEO services. Supervisor Brandy McDonald will inform JCEO that the town will not pay for days the office isn’t staffed. McDonald said many people have been calling the JCEO phone. JCEO has not been forwarding the calls to its Plattsburgh office. 

Two of Peru’s snowplows are inoperable because of maintenance issues. One, awaiting parts, should be repaired in a few days; however, the other truck has serious engine issues. The board gave Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell authority to purchase a used plow truck from Braintree, Vermont, for $93,175. Farrell said it’s in good shape with 57,000 miles. 

The Grand Union Plaza and Lakeshore Pediatric Dentistry are interested in privately funding community-focused murals on their buildings rather than being part of a lengthy grant application process. 

The board is hiring Liz Tedford again to update its community income survey in hopes of qualifying for much-needed grant monies. If household incomes within the water and sewer districts fall below a specific number, the town may be eligible for more grants at lower interest rates. Peru is under a mandate from the Clinton County Health Department and NYS DEC to upgrade its wastewater facility at a cost of millions of dollars. 

Water-Sewer Superintendent Courtney Tetrault said the vast majority of Peru’s business and household water meters can now be radio-read, enabling his personnel to read the meters from their trucks with a slow drive-by. 

Several board members, Town Justice Scott Thurber, Town Historian Helen Nerska, and department heads Michael Farrell and Courtney Tetreault, extended best wishes and thanks to Councilman Rick Barber for this service on the town board, hard work, and cooperation. Elected in 2018, Barber did not seek reelection this year. Farrell called Barber progressive, someone who looks to the town’s future needs. Barber was emotional in his closing remarks. He recalled calling Brandy McDonald five years ago to suggest that the board move the Sunday concerts from Little Ausable River Park to Heyworth Mason Park. Barber went on to oversee and help construct the performance stage. A descendant of the Heyworth family, Barber donated the bell that, in the mid-19th century, signaled lunchtime to workers at the Heyworth woolen mill and later starch mill. Then, he oversaw the construction of the bell tower that holds the bell today. 

Security vestibules planned for all three district school buildings

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Sausage & Potato Skillet
Vegetables
Bread
Dessert

Served take-out only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972

All are welcome!

Plattsburgh, December 11, 2023. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is hosting a free COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. 

The clinic will be held from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at CCHD’s offices, located at 32 Court Street in Plattsburgh. This clinic is open for all residents ages 12 and older. 

“Staying up-to-date on your COVID-19 vaccination helps protect you from severe illness,” stated Debra Tackett, Director of Health Care Services at CCHD. 

Residents should preregister for this clinic by visiting https://apps2.health.ny.gov/doh2/applinks/cdmspr/2/counties?DateID=0C04C389CB8703A4E0630A6C7C151282 or contacting CCHD at 518-565-4848. 

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Chris lived in Peru when he took his fist luge run. He learned to slide on a hill in yard with friends. 

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A neignbor posted a Peru Fire Department’s Christmas Truck Routes. I don’t know it’s author or origin. The dates are on the left margin.

 One of Peru’s #1 residents. Monica Remillard, was Grand Marshall. There was a great turnout. Everyone, especially, the kids, love the parade!

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Ava Currie with Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York Council Staff.

Assemblyman Billy Jones presents Ava Currie with a proclamation.

Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York CEO Brenda Episcopo presents Ava Currie with Medal of Honor.

Plattsburgh, N.Y. – Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York (GSNENY) recently recognized 11-year-old Cadette Ava Currie from Plattsburgh, who earned the Medal of Honor from Girl Scouts USA for rescuing a four-year-old boy from drowning when he fell into a pool while throwing pool toys into the pool from the deck.

While numerous adults were on and around the deck when the accident occurred, Ava’s no-hesitation and actions ensured the safe rescue. When she saw the boy fall into the pool and immediately swam to him and pulled him up and out of the water, all before he could start choking on the water.

The Medal of Honor is a rare award given to Girl Scouts for saving a life or attempting to save a life under circumstances that indicate heroism or risk of her own life. Since 2017, only 196 Girl Scouts nationwide have earned the Medal of Honor.

Girl Scouts between the ages of five and 17 can be awarded this award if they fit the criteria for consideration. The criteria considered for receiving a Medal of Honor include: if the Girl Scout acted at or above her age, maturity, or training; to what degree was this a girl-led/directed rescue effort; degree of difficulty of the rescue and danger to the life of the person(s) being rescued; nature of risk to Girl Scout’s life; the amount of assistance received by others; whether proper first aid/emergency care procedures were followed; extent of good judgment; and circumstances surrounding the event.  Awards are made by a special committee of Girl Scouts of the USA.

Other examples of acts that have earned the Medal of Honor include Girl Scouts who have addressed life-threatening cases of respiratory failure, loss of consciousness, airway blockages/choking, water rescue/drowning, stroke, seizure, heat exhaustion, cardiac arrest, accidents (like car crash, machinery accidents), diabetic emergencies, severe sickness and more.

Major urban areas, like Burlington and Plattsburgh, will have some of the best views of this event.

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Longtime educator to take the helm Feb. 5

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