Archive for 'General News'
Eloquent Visions: Honoring the Rich Tapestry of Black Artistry
(PLATTSBURGH, NY – Jan. 18, 2024) Strand Center for the Arts is proud to host “Eloquent Visions: Honoring the Rich Tapestry of Black Artistry,” a group exhibition featuring the work of Joel Tineo, William Ransom, Thomas Jerard Greene, Elizabeth Marques, Deanna Wolfe, Takeyce Walter and Winosha Steele. This diverse group exhibition aims to bring forth […]
Posted: January 20th, 2024 under Arts and Entertainment, City News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Peru, NY, January 19, 2024, 3:30 p.m. Temperature 12 Degrees
Traveling down the River Rd. today, it was hard to miss Mel Irwin pruning his MacIntosh trees. He commented, ” I had to get some work done today. It’s going to get cold tomorrow.”
Posted: January 19th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Faces of Peru, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments.
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Fire on Greyhound bus shuts down I-87 northbound between Exits 35 and 36
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Posted: January 15th, 2024 under Business News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, January 17, 2023
Pulled Pork Over Rice Vegetable Fruit Dessert Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972 All are welcome. We look forward to seeing you!
Posted: January 13th, 2024 under Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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‘Onward and Upward’: PACE offers Peru students after-school enrichment opportunities
Peru School District Program When the last period bell rings for the day, several students in Peru’s Middle and High schools stay afterward to participate in a variety of programs. Peru After-School Career Exploration (PACE), a five-year competitive grant, was presented to Peru Central School in 2021. The grant awarded Peru CSD $350,000 annually to […]
Posted: January 12th, 2024 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News.
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Former Albany County Sheriff’s Office budget analyst pleads guilty to federal charges
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Posted: January 12th, 2024 under General News, Law Enforcement News, Upstate New York.
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Will Clinton Community College’s beautiful campus and Lake Champlain views attract entrepreneurs with a grand vision.
Peru Gazette file photos – May 2023
Posted: January 11th, 2024 under General News.
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President John Kowal Presents Vision to Strengthen the Future of Clinton Community College
January 10, 2024- Plattsburgh, NY –Clinton Community College President John Kowal today announced to the campus community a path to future financial stability and enrollment growth for the college. After a rigorous review of campus finances, enrollment, and accreditation requirements, CCC leadership has decided to work toward a physical relocation and shared services partnership with […]
Posted: January 11th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, County Government News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Planning Board News.
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Clinton Community College plans to relocate to SUNY Plattsburgh
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Posted: January 10th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, County Government News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Ausable Chasm is beautiful as usual
Given the snow and rain followed by temperatures in the low forties, you might wonder what’s happening at Ausable Chasm today. Thank you, Kristina Heffernan, for the two beautiful photos!
Posted: January 10th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Clinton Community College relocating campus to SUNY Plattsburgh by 2025
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Posted: January 10th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, County Government News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Ron Ewing, 38-year Sheriff’s Dept. veteran passes away
A message from Sheriff David Favro: “We are mourning the loss of Ronald Ewing. Ron was a 38-year veteran of the Clinton County Sheriff’s Office and spent nearly 3 decades of his service enforcing the safety, rules, and regulations on Lake Champlain. That was his pride and joy and he earned himself the playful nickname […]
Posted: January 9th, 2024 under General News.
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AGENDA – PERU TOWN BOARD ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING, JANUARY 8, 2024 5:00 PM
Call Meeting To Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of 2024 Salaries for Elected Positions: DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Approval of 2024 Appointees. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of 2024 Appointee Salaries and Frequency of Payments DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of Town Department Liaisons. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of 2024 Regular Town Board Meeting Dates and Times. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Approval of 2024 Contracts. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: […]
Posted: January 6th, 2024 under General News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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Hockey programs rally together in mourning local teacher Jan. 3 game honored longtime teacher and hockey mom Aimee McLane
Jan. 3 game honored longtime teacher and hockey mom Aimee McLane Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: January 5th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Sports News.
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Adirondack Farms and Suburban Propane Make $1,000 Donation to JCEO of Clinton and Franklin Counties
Photo caption/names (left-right). Back: Suburban Propane Assistant VP of Product Supply Craig Palleschi, Adirondack Farms Co-Owner Shane St. Cyr, JCEO of Clinton and Franklin Counties Development Director Ellie Jent, and JCEO Community Outreach Program Director Lisa Gardner-Goodrow. Front: Craig’s wife, Jill Palleschi, and their three sons, Anthony, Luca, and James. PLATTSBURGH | Adirondack Farms and […]
Posted: January 5th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments.
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Poverty Rates in Northern NY School Districts
Published by Syracuse.com based on 2022 U.S. Census data The numbers come from the Census Bureau’s Small Area Income and Poverty Estimates Program. The estimates, released in December, are for 2022. District Population Population ages 5-17 5 to 17 in poverty % 5-17 in poverty Peru Central School District 12,198 1,926 273 14.2% AuSable Valley […]
Posted: January 4th, 2024 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Town of Plattsburgh Supervisor Michael Cashman reports damage to Veterans Park
It is with a heavy heart that we inform you about an unfortunate incident that occurred at the Battlefield Memorial Gateway (Veterans Park). Our team has been alerted to significant damage caused by a reckless driver, and we are currently assessing the full extent of the situation. We want to express our gratitude to caring […]
Posted: January 3rd, 2024 under General News.
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Please welcome to the stage the FIRST Strand Center performance of 2024 HOLLYWOOD NIGHTS – The Bob Seger Experience!
This 9-piece band is the ultimate tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. They pride themselves on carrying on the legacy of Bob Seger’s unforgettable high-energy shows, roaring, raspy vocals, and the groundwork Bob has laid over the past 30 years. Get your tickets NOW at StrandCenter.org
Posted: January 3rd, 2024 under Arts and Entertainment, General News, Northern NY News.
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JCEO to staff Peru office, replacing Cook Rd. bridge to be advertised. board leaders reappointed and more
As of Wednesday, January 3, 2024, the JCEO will be staffing its office in the Peru Town Hall. Personnel shortages resulted in the office being closed for the past few weeks. Rihanna Warren will be the new Peru JCEO Coordinator. The board will advertise bids to replace a small bridge on Cook Rd. Only one […]
Posted: January 2nd, 2024 under General News, Highway Dept. News, Peru News, Planning Board News, Town Board News, Zoning Board News.
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12/30/23 – Dull, grey day, but the sun breaks through ever so often
Photos taken near the River Rd. in west Peru.
Posted: December 30th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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St. Augustine’s Church, Peru, NY – December 29, 2023
Posted: December 29th, 2023 under General News.
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$200M+ for summer meal program for low-income children
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Posted: December 28th, 2023 under General News, Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Adirondack Regional Blood Center Plans January Drives
CVPH program encourages all those who are eligible to donate in the New Year Peru drive Monday, January 29 PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/28/2023) – The Adirondack Regional Blood Center, a program of the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) encourages all those who are eligible, to kick off the New Year […]
Posted: December 28th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Stewart’s Holiday Match Finishes Strong, Raises $2 million for Local Children’s Charities
Stewart’s generous customers came through in a big way, helping the 2023 Holiday Match program raise more than $2 million for local children’s charities. Accepting funding applications through January 31 Customers donated more than $1 million between Thanksgiving and Christmas Day again this year. With the company match, hundreds of nonprofit children’s organizations will benefit […]
Posted: December 26th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Charity Events, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Upstate New York.
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City approves police chief appointment, 2024 Budget
Okays eight bass fishing tournaments June to August, 2024 Click here for the Sun Commnity News story
Posted: December 23rd, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Border News, City News, Community Events, General News, Lake Champlain News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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