Archive for 'Charity Events'
Granny’s Attic Boutique Sale this Saturday, April 27, and Sunday, April 28, at Peru Community Church Fellowship Center
Once again, the twice-yearly Granny’s Attic Unique Boutique sale is this Saturday, April 27, 9 a.m.—4 p.m., and Sunday, April 28, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., at the Peru Community Church Fellowship Center, 13 Elm St, at the corner of Routes 22 and 22B in the heart of Peru. All are welcome!! The variety and number […]
Posted: April 24th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Charity Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Peru Knights and St. Augusine’s Parishioners assist local JCEO Outreach Food Shelf
Peru – Each year, St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273 directs part of its charitable efforts to the Peru JCEO Outreach Food Shelf by conducting a “40 Cans For Lent” program at St. Augustine’s Church and making a monetary donation. As they have done for so many years, St. Augustine’s parishioners responded to the […]
Posted: April 22nd, 2024 under Charity Events, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Religious News.
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CATS Grand Hike Party Features Headwall Band at Winton’s in Westport on May 11th
WESTPORT, NY – The Champlain Area Trails (CATS) Grand Hike post-hike party at Winton’s 1898 Tavern in Westport will feature the Headwall Band, an Adirondack-based classic rock band. The party will take place on May 11th to celebrate the completion of the 14-mile Grand Hike, a town-to-town walk through forests and fields from Essex to Westport. “We […]
Posted: April 22nd, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Charity Events, Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News.
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George and Shirley Moore Foundation steps up in a big way to help a new, much-needed program
Plattsburgh – April 17, 2024 – The George and Shirley Moore Foundation of Keeseville presented the Heart Well Homestead with a $25,000 donation to help establish a maternity home in the city of Plattsburgh. Heart Well Homestead is a new nonprofit in Clinton County that will strive to alleviate homelessness by operating a 24-month transitional […]
Posted: April 18th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Charity Events, Community Events, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Your solar eclipse glasses can have a second life after April 8
A collection drive will send protective eyewear to people who may not have easy access to view future eclipses Click here for the MYNBC5 news story
Posted: April 8th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Charity Events, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Regional NY-VT News.
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Sunday, April 14 – Enjoy a Peru Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast!
It’s really an all-you-can-eat brunch! All welcome!!!!!
Posted: April 4th, 2024 under Charity Events, Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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An opportunity to support a family as they confront cancer
By John T Ryan Peru/Plattsburgh, March 20, 2024—If you’ve never been to Peru’s Courthouse, you may not know Holly Stone. She’s been a Peru court clerk since 2011. Holly and her husband Terry’s 25-year-old son Austin is battling brain cancer. Austin Stone is a 2016 Beekmantown High School/CVTEC and 2023 Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) […]
Posted: March 20th, 2024 under Charity Events, City News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Dogs seized from A Canine Gem will be ready for adoption soon, officials say
The adoption process will be facilitated through Elmore SPCA, and the community is reminded not to visit the jail for information about the dogs Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: March 15th, 2024 under Charity Events, County Government News, Heathcare News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Vermont State Police Corporal Eric Vitali suffered brain, spinal injury in crash, officials say
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Posted: March 13th, 2024 under Charity Events, Fire Department News, Law Enforcement News, Recreation opportunities.
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PRICE CHOPPER/MARKET 32 ANNOUNCES CAMPAIGN TO RAISE MONEY FOR THE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION
(SCHENECTADY, N.Y.) Price Chopper/Market 32 has launched a campaign to help raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). During the month of March, customers have the opportunity to round up their change at checkout, 100% of which will go directly to MDA. Price Chopper/Market 32 will match all funds raised, up to $10,000. MDA […]
Posted: March 11th, 2024 under Business News, Charity Events, National News, Northern NY News, Upstate New York.
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Looking for a great breakfast? St. Augustine’s Parish Center is the place to be on Sunday, March 10.
Peru – “Pancakes Plus” Breakfast served on Sunday, March 10 served by the St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $10 for adults, $5 children 5 to 11, Children under 5 are Free. Take-outs are $10. Everyone is invited!
Posted: February 28th, 2024 under Charity Events, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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An important message from Elmore SPCA
Due to a very busy staff and an abundance of phone calls and activity at the shelter, we will be closing to the public for the remainder of this week. All scheduled adoptions will proceed as planned. If you are interested in donating to assist with the recent Clinton County Sheriff’s Office animal cruelty case, […]
Posted: February 28th, 2024 under Business News, Charity Events, Community Events, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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49 dogs seized from Beekmantown dog rescue
Donations to Elmore SPCA now sought to assist with the dogs’ care as the legal case unfolds Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: February 27th, 2024 under Business News, Charity Events, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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Price Chopper/Market 32 Announces Salvation Army Holiday Kettle Donation Program Results
Schenectady, N.Y. – Salvation Army bellringers at Price Chopper/Market 32 stores in New York, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire raised nearly $580,000 through its six-week “Red Kettle” holiday campaign. The money raised – $81,000 more than last year- will benefit those in need throughout the communities where the funds were collected. “The annual […]
Posted: February 7th, 2024 under Business News, Charity Events, Northern NY News, Regional NY-VT News, Upstate New York.
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February is Elmore SPCA Have-A-Heart Medical Month
If anyone wants to sell hearts, contact Carol at shelterathome@ gmail.com or 518-534-3484.
Posted: February 4th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Charity Events, Community Events, Northern NY News.
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GIRL SCOUTS OF NORTHEASTERN NEW YORK KICK OFF 2024 COOKIE SEASON ON FEBRUARY 2nd
ALBANY, N.Y. – On Friday, February 2, thousands of Girl Scouts from the Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York (GSNENY) Council will start their sales for the annual cookie season. All of the favorite flavors – Girl Scout S’mores, Thin Mints (vegan), Samoas, Tagalongs, Dos-si-dos, Trefoils, Lemon-Ups, Toffee-tastic (gluten free) and Adventurefuls – are returning. […]
Posted: February 1st, 2024 under Charity Events, General News, Northern NY News, Youth News.
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Stand Center for the Arts launches “Raise the Roof” Capital Campaign
The Strand Center for the Arts is thrilled to announce the public phase of its ambitious “Raise the Roof” Capital Campaign. This significant initiative aims to secure $905,000 in funds for the comprehensive infrastructure improvements in our 95 year old arts center building. This campaign is a pivotal step in ensuring the longevity of the […]
Posted: January 31st, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Charity Events, City News, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Peru Lions become a sponsor of 2024 Night to Shine
The Peru Lions Club is proud to become a sponsor of the 2024 Night to Shine in Plattsburgh hosted by the Plattsburgh House of Prayer in partnership with the Tim Tebow Foundation. This prom is designed especially for teens and adults 14+ with Special Needs. Prom guests will enjoy a host of activities including dinner […]
Posted: January 13th, 2024 under Charity Events, Community Events, Faces of Peru, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments.
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Peru Lions Give Back
Recently, members of the Peru Lions Club presented a $1,000 check to JCEO to benefit the Peru and Keeseville food pantries. The Lions Club raises the bulk of their funds, which they give back to community services and projects, from their annual John P. Adams Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day.
Posted: January 12th, 2024 under Charity Events, Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments.
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Great food, great place to gather for a good cause
Sunday, January 14, Peru – Pancakes, French Toast, Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Hash Browns, Real Maple Syrup and more! Community Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, January 14, served by the St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus in the St. Augustine’s Parish Center from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $10 for adults, $5 for children 5 to 11; children […]
Posted: January 12th, 2024 under Charity Events, Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Schluter Systems donates big to Plattsburgh YMCA
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Posted: January 9th, 2024 under Business News, Charity Events, Northern NY News.
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Everyone is invited for great food and community
Peru – Pancakes, French Toast, Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Hash Browns, Real Maple Syrup and more! Community Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, January 14, served by the St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus in the St. Augustine’s Parish Center from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $10 for adults, $5 for children 5 to 11; children under 5 are […]
Posted: January 8th, 2024 under Charity Events, Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Free Stewart’s Hot Coffee on New Year’s Eve!
Stay awake to ring in the new year with a FREE hot cup of Stewart’s coffee. Stop by any location on Sunday, December 31st and receive a free hot coffee from 6pm to close. Enjoy any size of hot coffee, tea, or hot chocolate at Stewart’s Shops to celebrate 2024. Choose from their long list […]
Posted: December 30th, 2023 under Business News, Charity Events, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Stewart’s Holiday Match Finishes Strong, Raises $2 million for Local Children’s Charities
Stewart’s generous customers came through in a big way, helping the 2023 Holiday Match program raise more than $2 million for local children’s charities. Accepting funding applications through January 31 Customers donated more than $1 million between Thanksgiving and Christmas Day again this year. With the company match, hundreds of nonprofit children’s organizations will benefit […]
Posted: December 26th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Charity Events, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Upstate New York.
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Stewart’s Shop has the Christmas Spirit
December 20, 2023 – Noon to 1 PM. Santa Claus and WIRY are visiting the Peru Stewart’s Shop. Santa’s collecting for the Stewart’s Holiday Match program that benefits many local organizations. Caroline Ficociello (left) and Liz Marlow are doing a great job assisting customers.
Posted: December 20th, 2023 under Business News, Charity Events, Community Events, Faces of Peru, General News, Peru News.
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