The Peru Gazette

Holiday extravaganza at Strand » Out & About » Press-Republican.

Region receives $81.3 million in funding awards » Local News » Press-Republican.

The United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. is embarking on a new phase of volunteerism: a seven county-wide priority to develop a disaster-specific volunteer program within the North Country Regional Volunteer Center (NCRVC).  The Disaster Preparedness Program will use the existing NCRVC infrastructure to expand and coordinate disaster volunteer resources, and engage New Yorkers […]

The Peru Gazette did not cover the Town Board Meeting of November 9, 2013.   The meeting included  a complaint from Bloomfield Drive resident Lindsey Wendorff regarding her concern about a situation on her street. Here is that portion of the approved minutes. Lindsey Wendorff – 42 Bloomfield Drive. Ms. Wendorff addresses the board and refers […]

By John T. Ryan Almost 20% of Peru’s property owners may be paying an additional $566 in school taxes in 2014. As of this morning 295 people had not reapplied for the Basic Star Tax Exemption. In an attempt to curb fraud and abuse, New York State has required that all eligible property owners, including […]

WASHINGTON—Congressman Bill Owens will hold a telephone town hall this Thursday, December 12, 2013, to answer questions about the Affordable Care Act. A representative from New York State of Health, New York’s state-run health insurance marketplace, will join him to answer questions related to the state’s rollout of the Affordable Care Act. The event will occur […]

LeBrun: APA’s timeless gift for all of us – Times Union.

$15,000 sponsorships and face time with public officials – Times Union.

Livingoods re-opens at former Crickets location in Peru – The Burgh.

Buffalo Wild Wings opens Monday » Local News » Press-Republican.

The Peru Central School Board of Education will conduct its regular meeting on Monday, December 10, 2013 at 6 PM in the district community room.  An Executive Session will be held to discuss personnel matters. The public session will reconvene at approximately 7:30 PM. Anticipated topics include: Health and Wellness NYSED Career Credential Building Conditions

Regular Mtg Agenda Dec9 2013

Lake George to get 24-hour guard against invasives – Times Union.

Like gas, drugs apparently expensive in the North Country « The In Box.

Panel Appointed by Cuomo Says Corruption Is Commonplace in Albany – NYTimes.com.

Capitol Confidential » Cuomo pours cold water on taxpayer-funded elections.

From the Office of Representative Bill Owens WASHINGTON—Today, Representative Bill Owens announced the formation of a Women’s Advisory Committee. The committee comprises nearly 80 women from communities across New York’s 16,000 square-mile 21st Congressional District. Members will advise Representative Owens on legislation before Congress and women’s issues in New York. The committee launched earlier this month […]

The fab of the future – Times Union.

Capitol Confidential » Moreland Panel releases first set of recommendations.

Four dead, 67 injured as New York train derails – Yahoo News.

Peru, NY, woman pumps out hundreds of holiday pies – WCAX.COM Local Vermont News, Weather and Sports-.

Dick, Marlow pace Div. I boys’ soccer all-stars » Sports » Press-Republican.

Come one, come all to Peru Jr./Sr. High school on December 6th and 7th at 7:30p.m.  The Peru Drama Club proudly presents Up the Down Staircase written by Christopher Sergel from the book by Bel Kaufman.  Tickets can be purchased for just $5.00 per person. Sylvia Barrett, a young English teacher is offered a position […]

    As a special holiday greeting to its members and the community, the North Country Chamber of Commerce is once again sponsoring the broadcast of “The Story of the Little Reinbear”, an original Christmas story authored by Chamber President Garry Douglas.      The story will be presented on WIRY/Hometown Radio (1340 AM) on the following […]

State audit scolds Essex County » NEW TODAY… » Press-Republican.