The Peru Gazette

By John T. Ryan Peru – On January 1, 2016 Jerry Johnson and David Hamilton took on a new role at Pasquale’s Restaurant and Sports Bar. They became co-owners of the business. Both men are longtime head chefs at the extremely popular eatery that Scott Bazzano operated since 2004. Dave Hamilton said, “Scott would joke […]

A message from Adele Douglas of Peru’s Main Street Project Committee As part of the Town’s Main Street Project, a focus group will be meeting on Monday, May 16th, from 6:00 to 7:30pm at the Town Hall. If you live on, operate or own a business on Rte 22, between Bear Swamp Rd and Sullivan […]

LAKE PLACID — The new Marshalls store here is expected to add about 60 full- and part-time jobs. Source: Marshalls department store to open in Lake Placid | News | pressrepublican.com

USA TODAY delivers current local and national news, sports, entertainment, finance, technology, and more through award-winning journalism, photos, videos and VR. Source: List of Sears, Kmart stores closing across the U.S.

Code Enforcement Hiring Progresses Park Vandalism Continues Trees to be Planted Along River  Mower Purchased From Local Business And More  By John T. Ryan Peru – The building season is beginning; however, Peru doesn’t have a full-time Code Enforcement Officer (CEO). Frank Slycord, the previous CEO, left his job in early March. Commenting at the […]

Hello Everyone, We need your help!!  The Olympic Center in Lake Placid is one of the top 10 finalist in the Kraft Hockeyville USA competition. Voting to move to Phase 2 as a top 4 Finalist begins today thru Thursday. And then a final Phase starting on April 25!! If we win the Kraft Hockeyville […]

The workers, members of two unions — the Communications Workers of America and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers — represent installers, customer service employees, repairmen and other service workers in Connecticut, Delaware, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C., for Verizon’s wireline business, which provides fixed-line phone services […]

The North Country Chamber of Commerce presents an interactive session on privacy, information security, and risk in business. The seminar will be held on April 26th from 8:30 – 10:30am at the North Country Chamber of Commerce. The session includes live demonstrations of what is happening in the world today and will increase your awareness […]

On Saturday, April 16th, 2016 volunteers across Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties will lend their hand to the annual Day of Caring event hosted by the United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc., Project H.E.L.P. at SUNY Plattsburgh and the Adirondack Coast Visitors Bureau. Kathy Snow, Director of Development of the United Way of the […]

GRANTS UP TO $50,000 AND LOANS UP TO $500,000 AVAILABLE TO HELP BUSINESSES ENTER THE GLOBAL MARKETPLACE  (News Release from Empire State Development (ESD) Empire State Development (ESD) today announced the Global NY Fund Tour visited the North Country region this week, stopping first in Watertown yesterday, Monday, April 4, before heading to Plattsburgh today. […]

Source: Cuomo takes $15 minimum wage, paid leave victory lap – Capitol Confidential

Construction of the new 9,000 sq. ft. Rulfs Orchard farm stand is underway. The Town of Peru issued a Building Permit on Tuesday, March 29, 2016. The building will also be the home of Apple Blossom Florist. Luck Brothers is the general contractor. Click here for our February 18th story which has more details. 

Plattsburgh station’s programming is now also available at 100.7 FM. Source: WIRY launches FM signal | Local News | pressrepublican.com

By John T. Ryan Traffic should be heavy on the River Road this Saturday as people travel to 280 River Road to bid on the large array of farm equipment on display. Peru’s farm community is losing a family. Brian and Carole Sipley are moving to Williamsburg, Iowa where they’ve purchased a larger farm. Brian […]

PLATTSBURGH, NY- Clinton County Farm Bureau together with Cornell Cooperative Extension Clinton County and Soil and Water will host a Farm New York State Department of Transportation Workshop on Wednesday April 13th from 1-3pm at Mountain View Equipment in Plattsburgh. The afternoon will include a presentation by Trooper Gonyo and a hands on demonstration. A […]

Asked what he would propose, the governor remained vague: “There are special conditions on farms — we understand that — and we’re putting together a special package for farmers, because they pose a unique problem, they really do,” Cuomo said. The state Farm Bureau has been adamantly opposed to the proposed $15 hourly wage, and […]

PLATTSBURGH, NY – The Strand Center for the Arts (SCA) is proud to announce the selection of Karen Dispo-De Boos as its new Development Director. The position is new to the organization made possible by the 2015 Regional Economic Development Council Award for Workforce Development. As Development Director, Dispo-De Boos will oversee all individual, corporate […]

The 28th Annual Business Expo will be held on June 2nd  at the SUNY Field House. This is an opportunity to showcase your products and services to hundreds of people in one easy day. The Expo features booths representing hotels, attractions, technology, banks, insurance, office equipment, non-profit organizations and more. Booth space is available, so […]

Agri-Mark to Expand Cheese Production Operations, Retaining More Than 100 Jobs in the North Country Empire State Development announced today that dairy cooperative Agri-Mark, Inc. will invest nearly $30 million to expand its cheese manufacturing facility in Franklin County and retain 106 jobs in the North Country Region. The expansion will enable Agri-Mark to continue […]

PLATTSBURGH — The annual Clinton Community College Technology and Career Fair will take place Wednesday, March 9, at Clinton Community College, from 8:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Source: CCC to host technology, career fair – Sun Community News & Printing

Hospitals in Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties will add medical villages, provide new services. Source: North Country health facilities win millions in state funds | News | pressrepublican.com

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. According to the National World War II Museum, 430 World War II veterans pass away each day, making now the time to honor our veterans. SUNY Plattsburgh’s public relations campaign class has teamed with North Country Honor Flight to honor North Country WWII and Korean War veterans. On Wednesday, March 9, SUNY Plattsburgh […]

PLATTSBURGH — The Development Corporation (TDC) announces the expansion of Québec-based Delastek into TDC’s Air Industrial Park. Source: Aerospace supplier Delastek moves to Plattsburgh – Sun Community News & Printing

Highway Department: Town Hires Labor Relations Attorney Providing information requested by the Peru Gazette  Intersection Safety: Issues Still Under Review Bear Swamp Road: Sidewalk Plan Under Development Sand-Salt Shed: Repair Alternatives Being Explored Town Hall: Basement Cleanup Initiated By John T. Ryan In addition to the proposed changes in Peru’s Dog Law other business was […]

Agreement with the New York Attorney General’s Office originated from issues at Champlain Centre in Plattsburgh. Source: Pyramid settles mall accessibility suit | News | pressrepublican.com