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Archive for October, 2018

Teenage suspect pleads not-guilty in Black Brook stabbing 

Source: Teenage suspect pleads not-guilty in Black Brook stabbing – Sun Community News & Printing

Debates to take center stage as Election Day nears 

Source: Debates to take center stage as Election Day nears – Sun Community News & Printing

Several Issues Arise at Town Board’s October 11, 2018 Meeting

By John T. Ryan  Orchard View’s sidewalks and road are narrower than expected  Main Street Enhancement Project at a standstill.  Lyon Street School Costs Increase by about $1K State Mandates significantly increase water testing costs  Town Incurs $1,940 in Code Enforcement legal expenses  Elm Street easement decision needed soon  Employee Handbook update to include tobacco […]

Tickets Are Available for Taste of the North Country

The North Country Chamber of Commerce invites you to the most delicious events of the year. Taste of the North Country will be held on November 8th at the SUNY Field House. This event combines an amazing Food/Beverage Tasting experience with an incredible auction. The Auction preview begins at 5:00, followed by the Silent Auction […]

Dianne Miller Seeks Election to the Position of Peru Town Clerk

Dianne Miller is seeking election to a three-year term as Peru Town Clerk.  The Peru Town Board appointed Miller to the position in January 2018 succeeding Kathleen Flynn who resigned not long after after being reelected to a four-year term of office. Dianne Miller is the Republican Party nominee and has been endorsed by the […]

How was fatal limo allowed to stay on the road? – Times Union

Source: How was fatal limo allowed to stay on the road? – Times Union

Justice Cabana Responds to Peru Gazette’s Questions

Peru – Town Justice Lawrence Cabana is seeking reelection to a second four-year term of office. A registered Repubican, Cabana also has the endorsement of the Peru Democratic Party and is therefore unopposed in the November 6th elections. The Peru Gazette asked Judge Cabana seven questions seeking to inform voters about his background and judicial […]

Health care access, cost are issues in congressional race | Local News 

Source: Health care access, cost are issues in congressional race | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Barber and Bruno Vie for Town Board Seat

On Tuesday, November 6th Peru voters will chose one of two nominees for a one-year term on the Peru Town Board. Last year Supervisor Brandy McDonald resigned from the Town Board to run for Town Supervisor. The winner of this election will complete the last year of McDonald’s four-year term of office. The evenly split […]

Election Day Spaghetti Dinner – Tuesday, November 6

Peru Lions Club Annual Election Day Spaghetti Dinner. Serving from 4:30 PM to 7 PM. at the Peru Community Church Fellowship Center. $7 Adults; $4 – Children 6-12; Children 5 and under Free. All proceeds benefit Peru Lions’ sight preservation goals and the Clubs’ support of numerous projects that benefit the residents in the area “WE […]

Coventry landfill expansion receives final approval from state agency – VTDigger

Casella operates the landfill.  Not all people are satisfied. Source: Coventry landfill expansion receives final approval from state agency – VTDigger

BTV Takes Off: Larger Planes Usher in Competition, More Travelers 

Source: BTV Takes Off: Larger Planes Usher in Competition, More Travelers | Tourism | Seven Days | Vermont’s Independent Voice

Peru ‘Octoberfest’ returns for eighth year – Sun Community News & Printing

Source: Peru ‘Octoberfest’ returns for eighth year 

Report on the Diocese of Ogdensburg Independent Reconciliation and Compensation Program

“In the IRCP, as of October 4, 2018 approximately thirty-seven victims have resolved their claims and have received $5,495,000 in compensation. Two other claimants are still considering whether to accept the compensation offered by the independent administrator.” Oct. 10, 2018 Introduction In March 2018, the Diocese of Ogdensburg launched the Independent Reconciliation and Compensation Program […]

Approved Minutes of the Peru Town Board’s Sept. 24, 2018 Meeting

The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday, September 24, 2018 at the Peru Town Hall.  Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor; was not present and is excused; Those present were Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. James Langley, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Matthew Favro, Town Attorney; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk.  […]

Call for Artists for The Strand Center’s Annual Holiday Members Show

PLATTSBURGH, NY – Bi-annually The Strand Center for the Arts produces exhibitions focused on presenting the talents of its members; the Holiday and Summer Members Shows. Members at any artistic level, from hobbyist to professional, are invited to submit works for these “Members Only” exhibitions. The Strand Center for the Arts Holiday Members Show is […]

GOP sheriff contender announces deputy pick

Source: GOP sheriff contender announces deputy pick – Sun Community News & Printing

Authorities investigating fatal stabbing in Black Brook 

Source: Authorities investigating fatal stabbing in Black Brook – Sun Community News & Printing

Save Time Sunday For A Prayerful Experience Followed by a Great Meal

Register for the Walk of Faith beginning at 11:45 a.m. Opening ceremony at 12:30 p.m. Pulled Pork Dinner served 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 

NORTH COUNTRY AT WORK: Forest rangers gear up to tackle growing number of backcountry emergencies 

Source: NORTH COUNTRY AT WORK: Forest rangers gear up to tackle growing number of backcountry emergencies – LakePlacidNews.com | News and information on the Lake Placid and Essex County region of New York – Lake Placid News

Churchill: Failure made the Schoharie crash possible – Times Union

Source: Churchill: Failure made the Schoharie crash possible – Times Union

Limo owner’s son released on bail after arraignment on homicide charge 

Source: Limo owner’s son released on bail after arraignment on homicide charge – Times Union

Solar Farm Under Consideration

By John T. Ryan Peru – On Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at 7 p.m. the Peru Zoning Board of Appeals will consider an application for a use variance requested by Neil and Patricia Hamilton at 286 Mannix Rd. The application depicts solar panels installed on a 12.75 acres of land on the north side of […]

Limo company failed to obtain DOT ‘authority’ to transport passengers – Times Union

Source: Limo company failed to obtain DOT ‘authority’ to transport passengers – Times Union

Plattsburgh hunter ticketed for killing of mother bear and cubs

Source: Plattsburgh hunter ticketed for killing of mother bear and cubs