Archive for 'General News'
Lunar Eclipse on Eve of Solstice – Santa isn’t the only thing in the winter sky . . .
By Donald McBrayer On the morning of December 21, just 15 hours before the winter solstice you’ll get a chance to witness the first total lunar eclipse in nearly 3 years. A total lunar eclipse happens when the shadow of the Earth passes over the surface of the moon completely covering it. The lunar eclipse begins […]
Posted: December 18th, 2010 under General News.
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Some school officials weigh block scheduling
The Post Star reports
Posted: December 18th, 2010 under General News.
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Massena looking into Rescue Squad ad buy
The Watertown Daily Times reports
Posted: December 18th, 2010 under General News.
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No Earmarks = Drum agency funding unclear – Demise of spending bill leaves budget coffers empty
The Watertown Daily Times reports
Posted: December 18th, 2010 under General News.
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Syracuse breaks record for snowiest December with 70.8″
The Post Standard reports
Posted: December 17th, 2010 under General News.
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Rules regulations would only apply to new outdoor wood-burning units, for now
The Watertown Daily Times reports
Posted: December 17th, 2010 under General News.
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Bus drivers receive the thanks of Peru Central staff
Peru Intermediate School teachers and staff followed what has become an annual tradition today when they distributed a tray of cookies and other edible delights to the bus drivers. It’s a small way to show appreciation to vital members of the Peru Central education team. (Click here for more photos)
Posted: December 17th, 2010 under General News, Peru School News.
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Department to purchase new ambulance
By John T. Ryan December 17 update: Peru Voters approved the purchase of a new ambulance at the Tuesday, December 14th Fire Department voting. The vote was 28 to 0. Robert Akey was unopposed and was reelected Department Treasurer. Courtney Tetreault was also unopposed and was reelected as a Fire Commissioner. Dec. 13 – Peru […]
Posted: December 17th, 2010 under General News.
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DEC to act on outdoor boilers – Modified version has several major changes not yet shared with public
The Watertown Daily Times reports
Posted: December 16th, 2010 under General News.
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Cuomo’s stark inauguration, then right to work
The Times Union reports
Posted: December 16th, 2010 under General News.
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The day Niagara Falls ran dry: Newly-discovered photos show the moment the iconic waterfall came to a standstill
The Mail reports
Posted: December 15th, 2010 under General News.
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Adirondack Family Activities: Meet Author/Illustrator Steven Kellogg
The adirondack almanac reports
Posted: December 15th, 2010 under General News.
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EDITORIAL: Angie’s angels are everywhere
The Press Republican gives us the chance to continue a wonderful tradition – click here
Posted: December 15th, 2010 under General News.
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Newcomb School Recruits Overseas Students (Newcomb, NY has 33 students in its high school)
Brian Mann reports on National Public Radio
Posted: December 15th, 2010 under General News.
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K of C supports the Peru Food Shelf
K of C Financial Secretary Donald McBrayer, Pat Holmes of the Peru JCEO and Grand Knight Allen Dixon By John T. Ryan St. Augustine’s Council 7273 Grand Knight Allen Dixon and Financial Secretary Donald McBrayer presented $150 of various canned foods to Pat Holmes, Manager of the Peru JCEO office. Holmes expressed his appreciation and […]
Posted: December 14th, 2010 under General News.
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Central NY school districts missed chance to save $94,000 by not bidding for professional services
The Post Standard reports
Posted: December 13th, 2010 under General News.
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Can you help make a Christmas miracle happen?
By John T. Ryan “I’m trying to pull off a little Christmas miracle.” That’s what Kim Senecal says about her effort to raise money to assist a friend. The friend, Nicole Morse, is an elementary teacher at Peru Central School. Nicole’s husband Jonathan is a patient at Mary Fletcher Hospital in Burlington where he is […]
Posted: December 13th, 2010 under General News.
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Another wonderful concert – the 45th!
By John T. Ryan St. Augustine’s Church was filled on Saturday, December 11th as the Keeseville-Peru Ecumencial Choir performed its 45th Annual Christmas Concert. Over 300 people enjoyed the choir’s performance under the direction of Jeanette Woodruff and accompanied by Carol Bachand on the piano, Steve Woodruff on the organ and Zachary Burgess on the […]
Posted: December 12th, 2010 under General News.
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Many aircraft workers will come from this area
The Press Republican reports
Posted: December 11th, 2010 under General News.
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State finances threaten healthcare, economy
NCPR reports
Posted: December 11th, 2010 under General News.
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Constableville snowmobiler found dead – Man, sled found under 7 feet of water
The Watertown Daily Times reports
Posted: December 11th, 2010 under General News.
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New York’s top earners’ list included more than 23,000 state employees in 2009
LoHud.com reports
Posted: December 10th, 2010 under General News.
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Records Management bid process to begin
AGENDA, TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING, December 13 @ 7:00 PM
Posted: December 10th, 2010 under General News.
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4 arrested in $230G White Plains Black Friday Walmart robbery
LoHud.com reports
Posted: December 10th, 2010 under General News.
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Glens Falls salesman charged with stealing $52,000 from business
The Post Star reports
Posted: December 10th, 2010 under General News.
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