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4 seek 2 Peru School Board seats

4 seek 2 Peru School Board seats » Local News » Press-Republican.

School budget, board voting today; Noon to 9 PM in Peru

School budget, board voting today » Local News » Press-Republican.

Beauty is Springing Forth and There’s Much More to Come

By John T. Ryan Most local residents know the Harkness to Clintonville Road as a short cut to AuSable Forks and the Adirondack Region. Many people think of it as a lonely highway known for the blueberries on the Clintonville Plains. But for past the few summers, passersby have noticed a thing of beauty about […]

Owens Praises Entrepreneurs for Small Business Week 2014; Small Business Week runs from May 12-16, 2014

From the Office of Congressman Bill Owens WASHINGTON—In recognition of National Small Business Week this week, Congressman Owens is highlighting the economic importance of small businesses and entrepreneurs. This year marks the 51st annual National Small Business Week honoring the vital role of small businesses and the passion of U.S. entrepreneurs. “Small businesses are critical […]

Special Memorial Day Weekend Tours of Underground Railroad Sites – May 24 and 25, 2014

On May 24th and 25th The North Star Underground Railroad Museum will mini-bus Tour of underground railroad sites in Keeseville and Peru. Spend the morning hearing the stories and learning about the men and women who traveled on the underground railroad and those who provided safe passage to fugitives from slavery. There are several stops […]

PCS Spring Concert – May 15, 2014

    Click here to view Jim Neyenhouse’s Peru High School Spring Concert Photos 

North Country Honor Flight – May 17, 2014

Please watch as a slideshow on a PC and turn up the music! The music combined with the photos is an emotional experience for me. Zenfolio | Photos | North Country Honor Flight – May 17, 2014.

DiNapoli: Job Gains Slow for IDA-Supported Projects

DiNapoli: Job Gains Slow for IDA-Supported Projects, 5/13/14.

DiNapoli Expands Anti-Corruption Initiative

DiNapoli Expands Anti-Corruption Initiative, 5/12/14.

DiNapoli: Town of Altona Official Misused $23,500

From the Office of NYS Comptroller Tom DiNapoli The former bookkeeper in the town of Altona in Clinton County altered cash receipts in order to embezzle $23,500 in public funds, according to an audit and investigation released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “This individual controlled town finances with little oversight and had no difficulty […]

A Grateful Nation Remembers A Generation of Quiet Heroes

By John T. Ryan A Peru resident and the mother of a Peru resident are among the fifteen veterans participating in the North Country Honor Flight today. Joe Kelley and Ed Eisele’s mother Peggy Eisele both served in the U.S. Navy. Joe Kelley (1943-46) served in the Philippine Theater as an Executive Officer on a […]

Clarkson soccer coach Hillary arrested in Garrett Phillips murder (VIDEO)

Watertown Daily Times | Clarkson soccer coach Hillary arrested in Garrett Phillips murder (VIDEO).

Joe Bruno Acquitted of Political Corruption Charges – Times Union

Bruno acquitted of political corruption charges – Times Union.

Peru Residents May Have to Move Their Online Service From Charter to Comcast

By John T. Ryan Peru Charter Communications customers may be forced to change cable providers. At the Monday, May 12, 2014 Town Board meeting Supervisor Peter Glushko stated that Charter Communications is considering turning over Clinton County service to the Comcast Corporation. The two companies are negotiating an exchange agreement whereby each company would turn […]

Paul Smiths College eliminates 23 jobs » Local News » Press-Republican

Paul Smiths College eliminates 23 jobs » Local News » Press-Republican.

With legislative vacancies, state pays for empty district offices | Capital New York

With legislative vacancies, state pays for empty district offices | Capital New York.

Gun control, residency at issue in GOP battle

Gun control, residency at issue in GOP battle » Local News » Press-Republican.

Plattsburgh Airport To Get $200,000 For Water Project

Empire State Development’s (ESD) Board of Directors today approved more than $4.4 million to support six economic development projects in the Western New York, Finger Lakes, Southern Tier, Mohawk Valley, North Country and New York City regions. The funding will leverage more than $5.6 million in private and additional public investments to support businesses, improve […]

Cuomo girlfriend Sandra Lee skips building permits

Cuomo girlfriend Sandra Lee skips upgrade permits.

DiNapoli says pension fund at record high $176B

Capitol Confidential » Citing ‘stellar year,’ DiNapoli says pension fund at record high $176B.

Washington County kids face serious mental health, substance abuse problems « The In Box

Washington County kids face serious mental health, substance abuse problems « The In Box.

New Executive Director Named for the Strand Theatre and North Country Cultural Center for the Arts

The Strand Theatre and North Country Cultural Center for the Arts are pleased to announce Jessica Dulle as their new Executive Director. Dulle’s experience will lead both the Strand Theatre and the North Country Cultural Center of the Arts as they officially merge under the name The Strand Center for the Arts. Dulle holds a […]

We Miss Seeing Charles Remillard Run, But He’s Doing Very Well

ONEONTA, NY  Charles Remillard, from Peru, NY, was selected to the SUNYAC All-Conference Team for his outstanding performance at the conference championship meet this spring for SUNY Oneonta. Remillard earned first team All-Conference honors. Remillard captured his first outdoor conference title when he won the 3000m steeplechase with a time of 9:31.04, which was a […]

LCC: Rail Transport of Oil Poses Lake Risk

LCC: Rail Transport of Oil Poses Lake Risk.

Town Board Agenda Includes Contract Awards

Regular Mtg Agenda 12May2014