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Archive for November, 2018

Solar Farm and Babbie Museum on Board’s Agenda

AGENDA – Zoning Board of Appeals WEDNESDAY, December 19, 2018 @ 7:00 PM TOWN OF PERU CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of October 17, 2018 minutes & November 28, 2018 meeting. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing  APPLICATIONS: 1. Use Variance with SEQR: Z-2018-037 Apex Solar Power Use Variance – construct a […]

The Doo-Wop Project at the Strand Center Theater

PLATTSBURGH, NY – The Strand Center for the Arts is excited to announce The Doo Wop Project at the Strand Center Theatre at 25 Brinkerhoff Street, Plattsburgh on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. From bop to pop…the evolution of a sound! Three parts Jersey Boys, two parts Motown, The Musical, and “not your […]

Clinton County gets communications grant | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Clinton County gets communications grant | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Peru School District Last Chance Sale

Last Chance Sale Previously auctioned items which were not purchased will be available for purchase one last time before being disposed of. Items for sale will include: tables, chairs, file cabinets, desk tablets, etc. Items will be sold on a cash (no checks) and carry basis for $1 per item. In addition, all sales will […]

New York boosts state legislator pay with stipends more than other states 

Source: New York boosts state legislator pay with stipends more than other states – NY Daily News

Limo company was able to evade DOT inspections, records show – Times Union

Source: Limo company was able to evade DOT inspections, records show – Times Union

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Announces Anthony Pileggi to serve as Chief of Staff

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY) today announced Anthony Pileggi will serve as Chief of Staff for her office in the 116th Congress. Mr. Pileggi was born and raised in Herkimer County. Most recently, Mr. Pileggi served as the Northeast Regional Political Director for the National Republican Congressional Committee. Prior to his service at […]

Town Board Workshop on Wednesday, December 5

The Town of Peru, Town Board has scheduled a Workshop, Wednesday, December 5, 2018  at 5:30 PM. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the Sewer Collection System upgrade. The Workshop will take place at The Peru Town Hall. ——————————– Dianne Miller Town of Peru Town Clerk

Planning Board to Propose Zoning Change on Davey Drive

AGENDA – Planning Board, WEDNESDAY, December 13, 2018 @ 7:00 PM TOWN OF PERU CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of November 14, 2018 minutes. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing  APPLICATIONS: 1. 2-Lot Minor Subdivision with SEQR: P-2018-027 Adirondack Farms, LLC 2-Lot Minor Subdivision  267.-2-12.4 Peru, NY 12972 ANY FURTHER BUSINESS:  1. Zoning […]

Sewer Project Moves Ahead; Legal Action May Be Pending; Youth Commission Resignations Accepted; Bids to be Solicited for Snow Plow and SUV; And More

Peru – Upgrading Peru’s sewer system took a major step forward at the November 26, 2018 Peru Town Board meeting when the Board approved a resolution by a 4-0 vote to move forward with the $4,618,482 upgrade project. A resolution declaring no negative environmental impact with the project also passed by a 4-0 vote. The […]

Early Dismissal for Middle and High School Students and After-School Activities Cancelled

Peru – Middle and High School students will be released a few minutes earlier today (at 1:55 p.m.), in order to provide additional time for buses to transport Secondary students home prior to picking up Elementary students at their normal dismissal time.  All after-school activities have been cancelled, including PM School.ar Sherri Provost Peru CSD District […]

Approved Minutes of Peru Town Board’s November 15th Meeting

The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on November 15, 2018 at the Peru Town Hall.  Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. James Langley, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk.  Also present were Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent; Mr. Michael Farrell, Highway […]

Tonight’s K of C Bingo Cancelled

Peru November 27th – Tonight’s Peru Knights of Columbus Tuesday Night Bingo is cancelled because of the hazardous driving conditions. The Knights hope to see everyone again next Tuesday night. Stay safe!

Annual Candlelight Ceremony, Thursday, December 6

The Foundation of CVPH will host our annual Candlelight Remembrance Ceremony on Thursday, December 6 at 4 p.m. at the Circle of Healing & Hope on the front lawn of the hospital.  Like all organizations that have an Angel of Hope, we are holding this annual ceremony on this day to give people an opportunity to […]

Sewer System Upgrade Public Hearing

JOINT INCREASE & IMPROVEMENT OF FACILITIES OF PERU SEWER DISTRICT #1 NOVEMBER 26, 2018 6:30 PM 1. Call Meeting To Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. MOTION:   ​    To Open the Public Hearing. 5. DISCUSSION:  Community Input and Questions 6. MOTION:  ​    To Close the Public Hearing. 7. MOTION: […]

Town Board’s November 26th Agenda

Regular Meeting NOVEMBER 26, 2018 @ 7:00 PM 1. Call Meeting To Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. MOTION:  Approval of Minutes for the November 15, 2018 Regular Board Meeting. 5. Community Input 6. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION:  Approving the Joint Increase and Improvement of Facilities of Peru Sewer Dist. # 1. 7. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION:  Negative […]

Mark Your Calendars

Bundle up! Peru Drama Club is taking a journey to the almost-town of Almost, Maine!  Almost, Maine, a play by John Cariani, features several scenes focusing on relationships.  This romantic comedy is suitable for all ages.  Presented in the Peru Jr/Sr High Auditorium on November 30th at 7:30 PM and December 1st at 2:00 PM and […]

IT Workshop Scheduled

The Town of Peru, Town Board has scheduled a Workshop for Monday December 10, 2018 at 6:15PM. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss computer upgrades. The Meeting will take place at The Peru Town Hall. ——————————– Dianne Miller Town of Peru Town Clerk

Message to the Public From the Staff of the Peru Free Library

 We ask that you do not leave donated books here when the library is closed. Tuesday morning we came to work and found this bin left in the snow and blocking the entrance to the library. Besides books there was a used propane fuel canister which still had propane in it. What would you like […]

Honor Flight News

WWII Veteran Dorothy LeClair will be the honoree who gets to ride in a wheelchair while Assemblyman Billy Jones does all the work at the annual North Country Honor Flight Santa Sprint this Saturday. At 97 years young, Dorothy is coming off dropping the puck at the Plattsburgh State Cardinals hockey game and meeting students […]

Good for Neighbors, Good for the Environment and Good for a Farm’s Operations

By John T. Ryan Peru – Adirondack Farms’ owner Jon Rulfs has good news for Peru residents. A few days ago he began using what is known as a dragline/draghose manure application system. Rulfs explained, “There will be less road travel by spreaders and trucks and there will be less odor.” Rulfs believes the system […]

Free Info Sessions for Trips to Scandinavia and Ireland

The North Country Chamber of Commerce is offering 2 amazing group travel opportunities for 2019. Free information sessions will be held for each trip, providing detailed itineraries, tips for travel, and more. Chamber trips are open to everyone. You may come to the Chamber or log on to the Webinars from home/work. The info sessions […]

A Great Place to Eat This Coming Sunday

4th Sunday Breakfast, Bacon, scrambled eggs, sausage gravy & biscuits, corned beef hash, pancakes or French toast, juice and coffee — only $10.00. All are welcome! November 25, 2018 9 a.m. till Noon Peru Memorial VFW 710 Pleasant Rd, Rte 22B Peru, NY 12972

Peru Daisy/Brownie Troops Serve Their Community

Peru Daisy/Brownie troop 4203 has been working on giving back to our community. In October the troop collected cold weather items to donate to the Red Cross. In November the troop collected items to donate to the Peru Food Shelf. The girls are in grades K-2.

“Almost Maine” the Peru High School Auditorium