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GOP’s view on pot easing – Times Union.

Halfmoon deputy attorney leaves amid ongoing review of land sales – Times Union.

Independent of the Independence Party – NYTimes.com.

Senate committee rejects Reproductive Health Act.

Public pension names public – Times Union.

Congressional candidate responds to opponent’s challenge » Local News » Press-Republican.

Earthquake-damaged hospitals condemned » Local News » Press-Republican.

This one-stop-shopping event will bring resources to local communities; help directly connect certified firms to contractors and NYS agencies to increase MWBE opportunities for business growth and job creation. What: Workshops and panel discussions to deliver important information about New York State MWBE certification and business development resources, as well as basic government procurement training […]

Peru Central’s Board of Education will be holding a special meeting on Thursday, May 8, 2014 at 5:00 PM in the District Office Conference Room. The Board is expected to immediately proceed into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing particular individuals being considered for employment in the position for Director of Facilities.

The 26th Annual Business Expo will be held on June 5th at the SUNY Field House. This is an opportunity to showcase your products and services to hundreds and 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 […]

Peru – Nineteen St. Augustine’s Church youths received the Sacrament of Holy Communion at the May 4, 2014, 9:30 AM mass. Congratulations to all the young people, their families and all those who worked to prepare them for this Sacrament. Gallery of individual photos: http://Ryanjohn.zenfolio.com/p561213565 Slideshow with music: http://Ryanjohn.zenfolio.com/p561213565/slideshow  

Peru – St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273 will host its 28th annual golf tournament at the Adirondack Golf and Country Club on Friday, June 13th. The four-person scramble will feature a “New Car Hole in One” prize sponsored by Bill McBride Chevrolet and other great prizes. Shotgun start at 10 a.m. followed by […]

PLATTSBURGH, NY— The North Country Cultural Center for the Arts is proud to announce the upcoming exhibition, “Impromptu,” which features works by Lynn Manning and Erik Wilson on display in our Main Gallery from May 9th to June 14th, 2014. Pairing the photographic work of Manning and the painting and sculpture of Wilson, the show […]

Click here see view a brief slideshow of the May 1, 2014 Sacrament of Confirmation hosted by St. Augustine’s Church. Most Rev. Terry A. LaValley, Bishop of the Diocese of Ogdensburg, conferred the Sacrament. The Peru Gazette was not able to capture a photo of all the conferees.

A Message from the Town of Peru Please be advised that Steven Fuller Excavating is now building Phase 1 of the Little Ausable River Trail. This 1.5 mile multi-use trail will run from the back of Heyworth/Mason Park to the entrance of Sullivan Park. Work is expected to last until mid-October, until that time Heyworth/Mason […]

Click here for County By County Sales and Median Price Data Albany, NY – April 22, 2014 – The New York State median sales price grew by 5.1 percent in the 2014 first quarter compared to a year ago, continuing its upward trend, according to the housing market report released today by the New York […]

The United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. will have their 14th Annual Olympian Celebrity Golf Classic on Thursday, June 19, 2014. This year the tournament will be held at the Lake Placid Club Mountain Course in Lake Placid. This unique event randomly pairs an Olympic athlete or other Celebrity with a registered three person […]

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Think Spring and your beautiful gardens! The Ladies Guild of the Peru Community Church will be selling geraniums and marigolds, by order only, from now until May 11th. Geraniums are in red, white and pink and are $1.50 per pot. Marigolds are mixed in color in a six-pack for $1.75. Orders are due by May […]

By John T. Ryan Town Supervisor Peter Glushko had good news for Town Board members at the Monday, April 28th Board meeting. The Town’s accountants finally completed their analysis of the Town’s accounting records. The general fund balance was determined to be $765,000, an increase of $115,000. As a result the Town will not have […]

The North Star Underground Railroad Museum opens for a 4th season on May 3rd. The museum exhibits portray compelling stories of freedom seekers (former slaves) who passed through Northeastern New York and the Champlain Valley, many of them going to Quebec and Ontario, Canada. Displays include a multimedia production of the story of John Thomas […]

Gov. Cuomo reminds New Yorkers to vaccinate against measles « The In Box.

Dangerous tank cars will be taken off the rails by Canadian government « The In Box.