The Peru Gazette

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Click here to view downloadable Peru Gazette North Country Honor Flights 44 and 45 photos of May 13, 2023

May 13, 2023 – Hundreds of people, two hundred twelve motorcycles, fire and police departments went to the U.S. Oval this morning for the 7 a.m. Departure Ceremony for North Country Honor Flight numbers 44 and 45. Thirty-six veterans went on a one-day trip of a lifetime to Washington, D.C. The Vets included one WWII Veteran and One Korean Veteran. Veterans from Vietnam will be the bulk of the passengers, with some guardians serving in the Gulf Wars. The North Country Honor Flights will have transported 686 Vets to and from our Nation’s Capital by the end of today.

Funding approved to include all children 12 and under who want to play

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Mayoral Budget proposes tax rate reduction for FY2023.

City property owners pay a combined 2023 tax rate of $37.90 per $1,000 of assessed property value, according to the city analysis.

This combined rate consists of the Plattsburgh City School rate of $22.15, City of Plattsburgh rate of $10.86, and the Clinton County rate of $4.89.

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From left to right: Judy Lefebvre, Jessica Kline, Jackie Madison, Elizabeth Pearl, Assemblyman Billy Jones, Linda Young, Sarah Howell, Gail Roberts, Sarah Maroun. 

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) recently held his annual Women of Distinction awards ceremony. The 2023 reception honored local women for their dedication to the community and their outstanding accomplishments as North Country residents.

“It was a wonderful evening celebrating the amazing women who do so much for our community,” said Jones. “The Women of Distinction awards is a chance to come together and recognize the hard work of 8 dedicated women in the North Country. Thank you to everyone who attended and participated in this year’s ceremony!”

The 2023 Women of Distinction awards was held on Thursday, May 11 at 6 p.m. at Stafford Center Theatre. The honorees received a framed New York State Assembly Proclamation from Assemblyman Jones outlining their work and applauding their contributions as citizens.

The 2023 Women of Distinction honorees are:

• Sarah Maroun – Education Award
• Sarah Howell – Health Care Award
• Elizabeth Pearl – Businesswoman Award
• Gail Roberts – Community and Civic Affairs Award
• Jacqueline Madison – Military Service Award
• Linda Young – Volunteerism Award
• Judith Lefebvre – Service to Hometown Heroes Award
• Jessica Kline – North Country Neighbor Award

Morris-Yedid Norelus

Sooner Than Before

Celebration of local black artists and culture.

(PLATTSBURGH, NY – Strand Center for the Arts is proud to host A Night of Black Excellence a celebration of local black artists and culture in our beautiful historic theatre on Saturday, May 27, 6-9 pm. Local musical acts and spoken word poets will be performing on our stage, while local visual artists will also be on display to showcase their work.

“In my seven years living in Plattsburgh, I have rarely seen any events catering to black arts and culture outside the college. As a Bi-POC artist, I wanted to bring visibility to other Bi-POC artists and let Plattsburgh know that we are here and proud to be here.” — Angelika Morris (aka GELLIE), Event Organizer & Performing Artist.

Participating artists include Sooner Than Before, Morris Norelus, GELLIE, Winosha Steele, & more!

Morris-Yedid Norelus is a keyboardist and beatmaker. His music is a blend of hip-hop, jazz, and neo-soul, with a production style revolving around catchy loops and the use of samples.

Sooner than Before is an entirely instrumental hip-hop band consisting of keyboardist Morris Norelus on piano and samplers, drummer and producer Josue De Luna Hilario, and bassist Edward Morris. Together, they bring a gospel-like soulfulness and a hip-hop fan’s

sensibility to the ears of Plattsburgh, NY. Catch them Sooner than Before!

The event is FREE, and donations to the artists are encouraged.

“When Angelika [Morris] approached me about her idea for A Night of Black Excellence, my immediate response was ‘Yes!’ and, ‘I wish I thought of that!’ The pitch for this event honestly came from a realization that the Strand didn’t have events planned for Black History Month

back in February and Angelika’s desire to change that. Rather than forcing an event last minute, we decided to plan something for this spring. I’m very proud of the team we’ve created here at the Strand, and something that we’re striving for more and more every day is not only creating a space where everyone feels welcome but intentionally creating a space for everyone in our community.” — Megan Charland, Artistic Programming Director, Strand Center for the Arts.

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The Peru Youth Commission will hold a special meeting on May 17, 2023, 7 PM at Lapham Mills Park to approve Recreation assistants for 2023. Corrected time – Originally stated 5 PM.  

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North Country Chamber expects to see a steady increase in northern travelers

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Pilots, aircraft master learn from history

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Burlington police are investigating a fight near City Hall Park that led to gunfire

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Boat Stewards to Conduct Boat Inspections and Educate Recreating Public at Boat Launches Statewide Beginning Memorial Day Weekend

More than 14,000 Detections of Aquatic Invasive Species Intercepted by Stewards in 2021

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today reminded everyone to clean, drain, and dry boats and trailers and disinfect fishing gear before recreating in New York’s waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS). Starting Friday, May 27, watercraft inspection stewards, AKA boat stewards, will be stationed at more than 225 boat launches throughout the state to educate and assist the public in cleaning their equipment. Identified by their blue vests, boat stewards can provide a refresher on how to inspect boats and gear and offer information about AIS in New York.

“New York’s abundant lakes, ponds, and streams are vital to the state’s ecology and economy, which is why DEC and our partners are helping protect against the impacts of aquatic invasive species,” said Commissioner Seggos. “Recreating responsibly in New York waters is a critical component for preventing the spread of invasive pests and our dedicated boat stewards will be working hard to protect New York’s waters for the benefit and enjoyment of all. I’m asking New Yorkers to follow their useful instructions to help prevent aquatic invaders.”

Boat stewards are volunteers or paid members of the community who help protect New York State’s waters. Since 2008, the number of watercraft inspection steward programs is steadily increasing. Last year, DEC stewards provided courtesy inspections for more than 240,000 boaters and intercepted over 14,000 AIS, including zebra mussels, Eurasian watermilfoil, and curly leaf pondweed, which could have potentially established new populations as equipment was moved from waterbody to waterbody. Read more »

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Check out the Davern and Union Roads in Peru today if you have time. Farmer Mel Irwin’s tulips are a highlight. Spring has sprung. The apple trees will be in full blossom soon. Tulips and dandelions are reining at the moment. Peru’s beautiful soil is also on full display.