Archive for 'General News'
Elmore SPCA announces upcoming fund-raisers
The Elmore SPCA Board of Directors will host and dinner and auction in early October to raise money for our shelter. Presently, we are seeking donations of collectibles and antiques for the auction which will be called by Frank Stefanick, auctioneer and author. Please call Carol at 534-3484 or email carol@elmorespca.org. if you have questions, or […]
Posted: July 13th, 2009 under General News.
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Here’s the regional county fair schedules
The adirondack almanac reports
Posted: July 13th, 2009 under Arts and Entertainment, General News.
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Peru Democrats to meet on Thursday
By Brandy McDonald Time and Place: 7:00 PM Thursday July 16th, 2009 St Augustine’s School Building It is at these meetings from now until election day that important decisions will be made and actions will be taken. Your input is needed. We are very fortunate that we have an excellent selection of candidates. The best […]
Posted: July 13th, 2009 under General News, Town Board News.
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Did you know the Adirondack region is a “hot spot” for orchids
See this story
Posted: July 11th, 2009 under General News.
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APA names new Executive Director
The adirondack almanac reports The Press Republican reports
Posted: July 11th, 2009 under General News.
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FLW Fishing Tournament continues
Plattsburgh’s Bridge Street Dock was an exciting place this afternoon as participants in the FLW brought the day’s catch to shore. Pros are competing for a top award of $125,000 this week plus valuable points in the hope of qualifying for $2.5 million Forrest Wood Cup where they could win as much as $1 […]
Posted: July 10th, 2009 under Arts and Entertainment, General News.
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Bernard Rock passes away (Updated July 11, 2009)
This messsage has been posted on the Town of Peru website Our condolences and prayers go out to the family and many friends of Bernard Rock who has recently passed away. Bernard was a former two-term member of the Peru Town Council and lifetime member of the Peru Fire Department, of which he was Chief for […]
Posted: July 10th, 2009 under General News, Town Board News.
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Clinton County real estate sales trend continues while Essex County trend brightens
By John T. Ryan Statistics released by the New York State Association of Realtors (NYSAR) indicate the existing single family home sales in Clinton County continue to decline compared to the previous year. May sales in Essex County on the other hand increased by over 80% compared to 2008. The homes that are being sold […]
Posted: July 9th, 2009 under General News.
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AUSABLE CHASM TO TURN OVER ESTES HOUSE TO TOWN OF CHESTERFIELD FOR UNDERGROUND RAILROAD VISITORS CENTER
Monday July 27 will be a momentous day at Ausable Chasm. At 4 P.M. the Ausable Chasm Corporation will turn over the keys of the historic 19th century sandstone Estes House to Gerald Morrow, Town of Chesterfield Supervisor. Morrow has forged a unique partnership between the Town of Chesterfield, the Chasm Corporation and the North […]
Posted: July 9th, 2009 under General News.
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Foxy Gagnon pleads not guilty
The Press Republican reports
Posted: July 8th, 2009 under General News.
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The St. Lawrence Seaway turns 50
The Gouverneur Times reports
Posted: July 6th, 2009 under General News.
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APA July Meeting Agenda
The adirondack almanack reports
Posted: July 6th, 2009 under General News.
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Peru Republicans nominate candidates
By Donald McBrayer The Peru Republican Caucus was held on July 2 at 7:00PM in the St. Augustine Parish Center and was chaired by Keith Matott. Individuals nominating candidates had up to three minutes to make their introduction, while individuals nominated had up to five minutes to address the attendees. There were 201 registered Republicans […]
Posted: July 3rd, 2009 under General News, Town Board News.
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Agenda released for Zoning Board’s July 15th Meeting includes auto repair shop and 120 foot tower
AGENDA PERU ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Wednesday July 15, 2009 7:00 p.m. Peru Town Hall
Posted: June 26th, 2009 under General News, Zoning Board News.
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NYT Mideast correspondent to speak tonight in Keene Valley on Iran
The adirondack almanack reports
Posted: June 25th, 2009 under General News.
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Peru’s summer concert series begins this coming Sunday
The Town of Peru’s summer concert series will begin this coming Sunday at 6 p.m. at the Little AuSable River Park Gazebo with the rock & roll band “Hot Rod Lincoln.” Here’s the line-up for the concert season: June 28 – Hot Rod Lincoln – “Genuine House Rockin’ Music” July 5 – Inisheer – Traditional […]
Posted: June 24th, 2009 under General News.
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Hardcore Fitness will host its 2nd Strongman/Woman Competition
By John T. Ryan Peru Hardcore Fitness Center at 3452 Route 22 will host its 2nd Annual Strongman/Woman Competition on Saturday, August, 1, 2009. All spectator proceeds will benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Hardcore Fitness owner Craig Recore is looking forward to the event saying he expects a large number of competitors from all over […]
Posted: June 24th, 2009 under Arts and Entertainment, General News.
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The Town of Peru has a redesigned website
By Donald McBrayer The new Town Website is up and running. Donald McBrayer is now the Town of Peru’s website administrator and has just finished a month-long project of completely rebuilding the Town of Peru website from the ground up. The new site was approved by the Town Board this past Monday evening, and went online […]
Posted: June 24th, 2009 under General News, Town Board News.
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Nine busted in drug raid including Peru man
The Press Republican reports (Updated June 24, 2009 8:30 p.m.)
Posted: June 23rd, 2009 under General News.
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Republicans will caucus on July 2nd
The Peru Gazette has been notified that the Town of Peru Republican Party will hold its caucus on Thursday, July 2, 2009 at 7 p.m. at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center.
Posted: June 22nd, 2009 under General News.
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Peru Democrats announce party nominees
By John T. Ryan Town of Peru Democrats nominated their candidates for the fall elections at their June 18, 2009 party caucus. Party faithful drafted Party Chairman Brandy McDonald as their nominee for Town Supervisor. McDonald said, “I have a full time job. I”ll have to think about it. If I decide not to run […]
Posted: June 19th, 2009 under General News, Town Board News.
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Oswego Dr. eyes McHugh’s seat
The Watertown Daily Times reports
Posted: June 18th, 2009 under General News.
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McHugh won’t return campaign cash for now
North Country Public Radio reports
Posted: June 18th, 2009 under General News.
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Building permits and site built/modular home numbers decline
By John T. Ryan Town of Peru Planning and Zoning Office statistics for 2009 through May 31st indicate a 27% decline in the number of building permits issued compared to the same period in 2008 and a 62% decline in the number of site built/modular home permits issued. Code Enforcement Officer Paul Blaine said, “The […]
Posted: June 17th, 2009 under General News, Planning Board News, Zoning Board News.
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BOB DYLAN, JOHN MELLENCAMP & WILLIE NELSON (AT CHAMPLAIN VALLEY EXPO)- July 17th
Here’s the details
Posted: June 17th, 2009 under Arts and Entertainment, General News.
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