Archive for 'General News'
2017 Preliminary Budget Ready for Review
Public Hearing on 2017 Town of Peru Budget scheduled for Thursday, November 10th at 6:30PM at the Peru Town Hall.
Posted: November 8th, 2016 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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2016 Elections Are Underway
As of 8:15 this morning Peru’s voting was proceeding normally at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. The polls will close at 9 p.m. The Peru Gazette will post Peru’s results as soon as possible after the polls close.
Posted: November 8th, 2016 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Town of Clinton Exhibit Opening and Behind Closed Doors Museum Open House
[Plattsburgh]- Please join the Clinton County Historical Association (CCHA) in celebrating New York History Month on Saturday, November 12th, 10 am to 3 pm with the opening of the Town of Clinton Exhibit and special Behind Closed Doors Museum Tours. Learn about the history of the Town of Clinton. See museum volunteers at work behind […]
Posted: November 7th, 2016 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Things to do in & near Peru.
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DEC Seeks Assistance to Locate Black Bear Dens
This winter, State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) wildlife biologists are seeking the public’s help to learn about new black bear dens throughout New York. As part of DEC’s ongoing monitoring of black bears in New York, wildlife biologists periodically check on black bears during the winter den season. The bears may be fitted with […]
Posted: November 7th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Honor Our Veterans
The Peru VFW Post will host a Veterans Day Service On Friday, November 11th at 11 a.m. Everyone is invited. A free hot lunch will follow.
Posted: November 7th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Veterans' News.
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NCURHA Annual Meeting
The North Country Underground Railroad Historical Association invites you to the 11th Annual Meeting, which will be held November 12, 2016 at 4:00 pm at the North Star Underground Railroad Museum, 1131 Mace Chasm Road, Ausable Chasm, New York. Come and learn about activities at the museum over the open season for 2016 and to […]
Posted: November 7th, 2016 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Bingo Cancelled this Week
Peru – The Peru Knights of Columbus Tuesday night bingo will not be conducted on Tuesday, November 8th because Peru’s Election Day voting takes place in the St. Augustine’s Parish Center. Bingo will resume in the Parish Center on Tuesday, November 15th. The Knights encourage everyone to vote on Election Day.
Posted: November 6th, 2016 under General News, Peru News.
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Dog Park Dedicated to Ann and Lynn
By John T. Ryan November 5, 2016 – Peru’s new dog park adjacent to Heyworh/Mason Park was officially dedicated this morning. Town Supervisor Peter Glushko read a Town Board Resolution officially dedicating the park to Ann and Lynn Wilke. Glushko also thanked Peru residents, the Town Board, town employees and everyone who has supported establishing […]
Posted: November 5th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Public Hearing Scheduled
The Town of Peru, Town Board will be holding a PUBLIC HEARING on the 2017 Preliminary Budget on Thursday, November 10, 2016 at 6:30 PM, at the Peru Town Hall. The proposed schedule of salaries for the elected Town Officials are as follows: Supervisor: $24,600.00 Town Clerk/Tax Collector $24,289.00 Highway Superintendent $56,105.00 Town Board (4) […]
Posted: November 3rd, 2016 under General News, Highway Dept. News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Attempting to Minimize Environmental Impact
By John T. Ryan Peru – Dairy farming has undergone a worldwide revolutionary change over the past half-century including here in Peru. Manure disposal is the change most evident to local residents. Huge trucks and spreaders transport manure on rural roads to distant fields and when the manure is spread the odor can be […]
Posted: November 3rd, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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Report: Almost a quarter of New Yorkers are immigrants – Times Union
Numbering 4.4 million, these newcomers make up 22 percent of the state’s population, placing the Empire State well above the national average of 13 percent and making it the nation’s second-largest destination behind California for new arrivals, according to a report released Wednesday by state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. […] while New York City has long […]
Posted: November 3rd, 2016 under Business News, General News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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Home Town Cable Covers Class B Boys Regional Soccer
Peru vs. Ichabod Crane 11/01/16 Click here to view .
Posted: November 2nd, 2016 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Mark Your Calendar – A Great Meal for a Great Cause
The Peru Lions Club is holding its 15th annual Election Day Spaghetti Dinner on Tuesday, November 8th 2016 at the Peru Community Church Fellowship Center where it has been held in for the past 14 years. We have had an average attendance between 160 and 200 people. This year Peru Central music students will entertain. […]
Posted: November 2nd, 2016 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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DEC and State Police Cooperate in Law Enforcement
On Oct.16, ECOs from Region 5 and 6 (Franklin and St. :Lawrence Counties) and New York State Troopers conducted a joint checkpoint on Route 3 at the county line. The focus of the checkpoint was to identify hunting and deer violations. A large volume of hunters were checked, and three loaded firearms in motor vehicles […]
Posted: November 2nd, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Sample Ballot for the November 8th Election
Voting in Peru for the 2016 General election will take place on Tuesday, November 8th from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. Click below to see a sample ballot. Click here to see a sample ballot. For more information on voting go to the Clinton County Board […]
Posted: November 2nd, 2016 under General News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, State Legislator News.
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Clinton County to replace bridges in Mooers, Peru – Sun Community News & Printing
MOOERS — Clinton County is preparing to go out to bid to replace two bridges in Mooers and Peru. Source: Clinton County to replace bridges in Mooers, Peru – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: November 2nd, 2016 under General News, Highway Dept. News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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NAMI:CV & Impeerium will be moving!
Source: NAMI:CV & Impeerium will be moving!
Posted: November 1st, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Fall Happenings at Peru Community Church
New and exciting things are happening around the church! Pastor Peggi Eller has been with us since July 1, and we are all learning together, sharing ideas, and visioning for the future. We invite you to join in worship Sundays at 8 – 8:40 am (a streamlined, slightly shorter service) or 10:30 -11:30 am (with […]
Posted: November 1st, 2016 under General News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Religious News.
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School Board Meeting is Tuesday, November 8th
Peru Central’s Board of Education launches its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at 6:00 PM at the school district’s Community Room, adjacent to the main entrance of Peru Jr/Sr High School. An executive session associated with particular personnel matters will take place immediately following the 6:00 PM start. The school board is […]
Posted: November 1st, 2016 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Free hepatitis-C testing available for veterans | Lifestyles | pressrepublican.com
Disease more common among those who served than general population. Source: Free hepatitis-C testing available for veterans | Lifestyles | pressrepublican.com
Posted: November 1st, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Veterans' News.
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Tickets Available for Taste of the North Country
The North Country Chamber of Commerce invites you to the most delicious events of the year. Taste of the North Country will be held on November 17th at the SUNY Field House. This event combines an amazing Food/Beverage Tasting experience with an incredible auction. The Auction preview begins at 5:00, followed by the Silent Auction […]
Posted: October 31st, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Planning Board Agenda
WEDNESDAY, November 9, 2016 @ 7:00 PM TOWN OF PERU CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of October 12, 2016 minutes. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing APPLICATIONS: 1. Home Based Business P-2016-024 Kerri Bedard Home Based Business 860 Fuller Rd. Peru, NY 12972 ANY FURTHER BUSINESS: CEO REPORT: ADJOURNMENT
Posted: October 31st, 2016 under Business News, General News, Peru News, Planning Board News.
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Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda
WEDNESDAY, November 16, 2016 @ 7:00 PM TOWN OF PERU CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of October 19, 2016 minutes. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing APPLICATIONS: 1. Continuation of Nonconforming Use Z-2016-016: Wendy Silverman Continuation of Nonconforming Use-Replace Single Wide Mobile Home- 80 Pleasant St. Peru, NY 12972 ANY FURTHER BUSINESS: […]
Posted: October 31st, 2016 under General News, Peru News, Zoning Board News.
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Remaining Deer Management Permits Available for Hunters
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced that remaining Deer Management Permits (DMPs) in several Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) will be available to hunters beginning November 1. Deer Management Permits, which allow hunters to harvest antlerless deer, are issued for specific WMUs to control deer populations. In some WMUs, all applicants […]
Posted: October 31st, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Dunkin Donuts to Open Tomorrow
By John T. Ryan There’s a beehive of activity on the Bear Swamp Road today. According a roadside sign, the new Dunkin Donuts restaurant will open tomorrow (Tuesday, November 1, 2016) at 5 a.m. Last February franchisee Ray Aley told the Peru Gazette he hoped to begin contsruction on July 1 and open by September […]
Posted: October 31st, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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