The Peru Gazette

The 33rd annual Run For Jon will be held Saturday, August 26th, at 5 PM at Forrence Orchards on Mannix Road in Peru. The Run attracts hundreds of walkers, kids, fun runners, and runners every year, plus their friends and family who attend as spectators. There are numerous door prizes for participants donated by our […]

State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Chemung County District Attorney Weeden Wetmore and the New York State Police announced the arrest of Tammy Miele, former Assistant Clerk for the Village of Horseheads, for allegedly stealing nearly $4,000 from the Village. The arrest was the result of a joint investigation between Comptroller DiNapoli’s Office, the Chemung County […]

● Navigate the Maze of Life ○ 9/23/23 ○ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm ○ Rulf’s Orchard, Peru, NY Literacy New York, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and advancing adult literacy across the state, is proud to announce its upcoming “Stop Reading Challenge” events. These engaging and thought-provoking events will take place in […]

By John T. Ryan August 9, 2023 Peru – At 7 a.m. yesterday, Rove Cafe and Kitchen at 3065 Main St. was officially open for business. Since taking ownership on July 19, Tony Axelsson and Chrystal Kelly have been painting. Decorating and putting their personal touch on the former Green Acres Restaurant at 3065 Main St.  […]

The story includes a statement that individual counties can choose whether or not to buy the machines  Opponents, including some leading government reform groups, say the decision is “bad for voters” and that the machines don’t leave a verified paper trail and are potentially vulnerable to cyberattacks. Click here for the NCPR story 

Clinton County Mariners standout Zach O’Connell earned the Coaches Award & the Gary J. Butler Award. O’Connell, a standout player, will continue his baseball career as a member of the SUNY Brockport team.

“My heart goes out to the families and loved ones impacted by the recent closing of the SterRx facility in Plattsburgh,” said Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake). “I am disappointed by this decision, especially since the North Country has continually invested in SterRx so that they have become a valued member of our local manufacturing […]

The Town of Schuyler Falls’ Morrisonville hamlet will be buzzing with activities on Saturday and Sunday, August 12th and 13th, as the town celebrates its 175th anniversary. All are welcome and invited; the parade and festival are free. Vendor and food booths will offer items for sale. Starting at noon on Saturday the 12th, the […]

August 22, 2:30 pm. The History of the Lozier Company and Family with Dick Soper, The Grand Room, Meadowbrook Healthcare, 154 Prospect Ave., Plattsburgh. Lake Forest Senior Retirement Community, 8 Lake Forest Drive, Plattsburgh. The Lozier story includes rarely seen photos of the family and company operations. Henry Abrahm Lozier was an Indiana-born sewing machine and bicycle manufacturer.  After […]

“Basically, a friend or a neighbor or a family member can be approved to a family’s children, in their home, and get paid by the state to do so.” Click here for the NCPR story 

The New York State Association of Fire Chiefs 2023 award recipients were recognized during the General Session of the 117th Annual Conference & FIRE 2023 Expo on June 15, 2023, in Syracuse, NY. Commissioner Greg Timmons of the Peru Fire Department (Clinton County) was honored with the Chief Fred W. Singer Fire Educator of the […]

By John T Ryan Peru – When Green Acres Restaurant closed at the end of June, customers wished it wouldn’t be long before someone reopened a similar restaurant specializing in breakfast and lunch. In the next few days, those wishes should come true. Tony Axelsson and Crystal Kelly have been painting, erecting temporary signs and […]

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Whiting donated four of his organs that day after dying from non-recoverable injuries. His death came nearly two weeks after he was in a car crash, which also took the life of one of his best friends, 17-year-old Lucas “Loo” Tendler. Click here for the Adirondack Daily Enterprise story

1. Call Meeting to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call  MOTION/DISCUSSION:  To Accept Reports from all Departments: (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; JCEO; and Banking Reports. MOTION:  Acceptance of Minutes for the Regular Meeting Minutes of June 26, 2023. Community Input. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Acceptance of Peter Stone to […]

Transportation leaving every 20 minutes from 9:20 am to 1:00 pm Peru Dock, 3930 State Route 9, Plattsburgh, $30 per person The public is invited to join the Clinton County Historical Association (CCHA) on Sunday, August 6, 2023, at the Peru Dock for the opportunity to visit the historic Bluff Point Lighthouse on Valcour Island. Round-trip […]

As Senator, I rely on the input of my constituents to advance policies that will improve our communities. To that end, I recently sent out a survey relating to cell service in the Adirondack Park. That survey can also be taken here, at my Senate website.  If we’re to ensure our region is up-to-date with […]

Cheeseburger Casserole Corn Bread Dessert Served take-out only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972 All are welcome at our table!

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Clinton and Essex Counties are among those approved for FEMA funding Click here for the MyNBC5 story 

Statement issued by Bishop Terry R LaValley Following extensive consultation with diocesan staff, the College of Consultors, Council of Priests, the Diocesan Finance and Pastoral Councils, priest and deacons, pastoral leaders, and a team of professional advisors, Bishop Terry R. LaValley, Bishop of Ogdensburg, authorized the filing of a Chapter 11 reorganization case by the […]

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Plattsburgh Senior Center, 5139 North Catherine Street, Plattsburgh Hear the story of the history of the Lozier family and the Lozier Company in Plattsburgh with rarely-seen photos of the family and company operations. Henry Abram Lozier was an Indiana-born sewing machine and bicycle manufacturer. After selling his bicycle business, Lozier moved to Plattsburgh to manufacture […]