The Peru Gazette

Press Republican Editorial of April 20, 2019 VIEWPOINT Imagine no daily newspaper With great dismay we got the news — Northern New York Newspaper Corp. and its Watertown Daily Times couldn’t make payroll. It was the first time ever and it was a matter of timing, Watertown Times Managing Editor Alec Johnson told us. Not […]

By John HartMamma Black Bear and what appears to be a yearling cub just prowling their way up the hedgerow near the house Wednesday, April 10th @ 11:45PM! The only other time I’ve seen a bear hereabouts was way back in the Fall of ’85, so this was an occasion worth sharing, for sure!

Source: Cobb formally announces bid to unseat Stefanik | Local News | pressrepublican.com

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik   Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik introduced the WAGE Equity Act, which closes the wage gap between women and men while prioritizing employees and businesses over trial lawyers. The 48 cosponsors represent geographic and ideologically diverse parts of the GOP Conference. The WAGE Equity Act is modeled […]

Although the opener is traditionally met with snow, high flows and cold temperatures, April 1 is nonetheless the opening day for trout and salmon fishing throughout the State of New York and an indication that spring is just around the corner. Look for best fishing in more temperate areas of New York including Long Island, […]

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Following the release of Attorney General Barr’s conclusions on the Mueller report, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released the below statement: “I have consistently supported the Mueller investigation from the beginning,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “Policymakers on both sides of the aisle should respect the findings of this […]

By John T. Ryan Peru – Stewart’s plans to build a new shop in Peru this summer, but only time will tell if it’s going to happen this year. The Saratoga-based company must secure the approval of both the Zoning Board and Planning Board before proceeding.   At the March 20, 2019 Zoning Board meeting […]

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today directed flags to half-staff on all State government buildings in honor of New York Department of Transportation Maintenance Worker Dennis (Matt) Howe of Owego, Tioga County, who died from injuries sustained last Wednesday when a tractor trailer collided with a DOT truck in the work zone March 13 in Tioga […]

JCEO Food Shelf Position Open – JCEO Peru Food Shelf Coordinator Betsy Ero has taken another JCEO position.  The Food Shelf Coordinator position must be filled by a Peru resident. The hourly pay rate is $14.17. JCEO offers fringe benefits. If anyone has questions please call Sally Soucia at 518-561-6310 or 518-593-1659.

From the Office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Source: Stefanik’s Vladimir Putin Transparency Act Passes the House | Congresswoman Elise Stefanik

Due to training, there will be NO car Wash Saturday, March 16th. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

PLATTSBURGH, NY – The Strand Center for the Arts is excited to announce Lorrie Morgan, will be performing at the Strand Center Theatre at 25 Brinkerhoff Street, Plattsburgh on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 @ 8 p.m. Lorrie Morgan dominated the ‘90s with top-charting hits like “What Part Of No,” “Except For Monday,” “Five Minutes,” and “Watch Me,” […]

WEDNESDAY, March 13, 2019 @ 7:00 PM TOWN OF PERU CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of January 9, 2019 minutes. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing APPLICATION: 3-Lot Minor Subdivision with SEQR: P-2019-001 William & Thomas Everett 3-Lot Minor Subdivision 279.-2-43.1 Calkins Rd. Peru, NY 12972 ANY FURTHER BUSINESS CEO REPORT: […]

Thanks to everyone who took part in this evening’s meeting, especially Carol Blakeslee and Bill Todd, candidates for Clinton County Legislature Areas 7 and 5, respectively. The committee will send more information about each candidate soon. At this time, there are a few important dates you may want to consider adding to your calendar: Have […]

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 […]

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

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From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released the following statement regarding today’s forthcoming appropriations bill: “As I have said from my first campaign for Congress, I oppose government shutdowns,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “After reviewing the details of the bipartisan compromise appropriations bill, I will vote in support of […]

The Peru Soup Kitchen at St. Augustine’s Parish Center is serving a great menu tonight. Coleslaw, turkey casserole, cranberry sauce, rice, gravy, bread. Pumpkin pie for dessert. Served 4:30 to 5:45. ALL ARE WELCOME!!!!!!!!!!!

  A message from Becky Murphy about noon, “We cleaned off the rink at Sullivan Park today if you wanted to share that with your followers! It’s great skating! Get it in before the mixed bag of weather that’s coming our way.”