The Peru Gazette

From the Office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik introduced the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Harassment Act along with Rep. Cheri Bustos, Rep. Pramila Jayapal, and Rep. Morgan Griffith. This legislation would void forced arbitration agreements that prevent survivors of sexual harassment from receiving the justice they deserve. It […]

PLATTSBURGH, NY – The Strand Center for the Arts is announcing a call for artists for its Gallery Cooperative. The Gallery Cooperative is a collection of artists, each expert at their chosen medium, who display their artwork in monthly shows at The Strand Center Community Gallery. On the first Friday of every month, one of […]

The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday February 11, 2019 at the Peru Town Hall.  Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. James Langley, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman;Mr. Richard Barber, Councilman; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk.  Also present were Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent; […]

Source: Clinton County Dems choose slate | Local News | pressrepublican.com

By John T. Ryan Zoning Map Change Approved; New IT Specialist Hired; Snowplow Insurance Allowance Learned; Six to eight applicants to be Interviewed for Water/Sewer Department Position; Washington Street Road Acceptance Still on Hold; NYS Silent on Main Street Upgrade Project Requests Peru – The Peru Town Board meeting of Monday, February 25, 2019 was […]

Source: Cuomo signs anti-gun violence “red flag bill” | NCPR News

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released the following statement on H.R. 8 and Governor Cuomo’s gun legislation that he signed earlier this week: “I am proud of my record as a strong supporter of the 2nd Amendment and of working across the aisle to enact common-sense reforms that protect our children, our schools […]

Source: Major retailers eye Plattsburgh

From the Office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Elise Stefanik and Rep. Val Demings (D-FL) introduced the Vladimir Putin Transparency Act. This bipartisan legislation instructs U.S. intelligence to collect and submit a report to Congress on Putin and his allies’ financial assets and secretive networks. “Putin and his political allies seek […]

Source: Stefanik breaks with Trump, votes against national emergency declaration | NCPR News

Source: Have a Heart for Isaiah Deslauriers | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Adirondack scientists document climate change impacts on wildlife, human health | NCPR News

As you plan for the week ahead, please set aside an hour of your Thursday evening to join us at Peru Town Hall for our February meeting. Our political calendar here in NY State has changed and we must jump into action this week in order to help the Democratic Party thrive in Peru and […]

Public Meetings to Be Held Across the State February 26 through March 27 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced an upcoming series of public meetings to provide stakeholders with the opportunity to offer input on the Forest Tax Law Program’s Section 480a. The purpose of these meetings is to discuss […]

For the past 13 years, Peru Central School District has organized a Budget Advisory Committee (BAC) that has served to inform and promote school & community discussion concurrent with the District’s budget development process. The BAC typically meets in order to develop an understanding of revenues and expenditures, components of a balanced budget, and particular […]

Source: Economic developer to leave TDC | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Amy Ivy’s ever-climbing career | Local News | pressrepublican.com

The Clinton County Historical Association is pleased to announce the officers and members of the CCHA Board of Trustees for 2019.  Officers are: Geri Favreau, President; Jerry Gagnier, Vice-President; William D. Laundry, Treasurer; and Jan Couture, Secretary. Trustees are: Sue Coffey; John Crotty; Luke Cyphers; Heidi Dennis; Kevin Farrington; and Mary Nicknish.  The Association is […]

Source: Watertown Daily Times | Empire State Mines in Fowler to lay off 108 full-time and temporary workers

Source: Plattsburgh man charged with attempted robbery with BB gun – Sun Community News & Printing

Stewart’s Shops Corp. Area Variance – of 856 sq. ft. for a convenience store exceeding the 3,000 sq. ft. allowance in the Hamlet Zoning District AGENDA – ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS WEDNESDAY, March 20, 2019 @ 7:00 PM TOWN OF PERU CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of December 19, 2018 […]

Thursday, March 7, 6:30 pm Old Base Museum Campus 98 Ohio Avenue, Plattsburgh Back by popular demand is “Connections with History” at Clinton County Historical Association, 98 Ohio Avenue, Old Base Museum Campus, Plattsburgh, on March 7, at 6:30 pm. This illustrated talk covers our U.S. Presidents and other important historical figures who have visited […]

Source: Ti teen gets 20 to life for slaying friend | News | pressrepublican.com

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Stefanik announced Lake Champlain Basin Program grants awarded to projects in our region to ensure the future of the Lake Champlain watershed remains intact. Congresswoman Stefanik was the lead Republican who worked to secure support for this funding in the House Appropriations process. She was able to nearly double the amount secured. […]

Source: Audio Postcard: Even in winter, Ausable Marsh is full of life and color | NCPR News