Archive for 'General News'
PLATTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT WELCOMES NEW AIRLINE PARTNER, CONTOUR AIRLINES
Airport celebrates launch of nonstop jet service to/from Philadelphia July 1, 2022 – Plattsburgh, NY – Contour Airlines began flight operations today between Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Contour Airlines will offer 12 weekly trips to Philadelphia on a 30-passenger jet, with two round trips available each day, except on Tuesdays […]
Posted: July 1st, 2022 under General News.
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Stefanik, Crawford Introduce Agriculture Security Legislation
From of office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Legislation Protects U.S. Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and Congressman Rick Crawford (R-AR) are introducing the Promoting Agriculture Safeguards and Security (PASS) Act which will protect our national security by preventing foreign adversaries from taking any ownership or control of the United States’ […]
Posted: July 1st, 2022 under Agricultural News, Congressional News, General News, National News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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Hochul: NY state to limit where guns can be carried
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Posted: June 30th, 2022 under General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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1000 acres of forest to be returned to Onondaga Nation is historic lake cleanup agreement
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Posted: June 30th, 2022 under General News, Northern NY News, Regional NY-VT News, Upstate New York.
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Burlington City Council approves sweeping restrictions on short-term rentals
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Posted: June 28th, 2022 under Business News, General News, Regional NY-VT News.
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June 28, 2022 – Primary Election Day 6:00 am to 9:00 pm.
Voting in Peru takes place at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. Democrats have the choice of candidates for Governor and Lt. Governor. Governor – Choices for Governor are Thomas R. Suozi, Kathy C. Hooch or Humane D. Williams. Lt. Governor – Ana Maria Archia, Diana Reyna or Antonio Delgado Republicans have the choice […]
Posted: June 28th, 2022 under General News, Political News, State Government News.
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Congresswoman Stefanik celebrates today’s Roe v Wade Supreme Court Decision
Click here to view her statement I am honored to be here today with my House Republican colleagues. Today’s historic Supreme Court decision is a victory for the sanctity of life, it will save countless innocent children. House Republicans are incredibly grateful for the pro-life movement’s tireless efforts for decades leading to this day to […]
Posted: June 24th, 2022 under Congressional News, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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Are you eligible and how do you apply for the Energy Assistance Program
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Posted: June 24th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, State Government News.
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NYS increases lifeguard pay
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Posted: June 24th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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CVPH Expands Visiting Hours
Updated policy offers more opportunities for visitation while balancing patient, staff safety PLATTSBURGH, NY (6/23/2022) – Visitors and support people can now visit loved ones from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) as part of a revised welcoming policy. Other highlights […]
Posted: June 23rd, 2022 under General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Stefanik to Vote Against Senate Gun Control
From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced she plans to vote against Senate gun control bill. “I will continue to stand up for Second Amendment rights against this legislation that shreds the Constitutional rights of law-abiding Americans with no effect on deterring criminals who do not follow the […]
Posted: June 22nd, 2022 under Congressional News, General News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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“Summer Sundays at The Bluff Point Lighthouse” on Valcour Island
The Clinton County Historical Association Announces: Guided Tours of the Lighthouse Each Sunday in July The public is invited to visit the historic Bluff Point Lighthouse on Valcour Island Sundays July 3, July 17, July 24 and July 31 from 1 pm to 3 pm. Transportation to the lighthouse is the responsibility of the individual. On […]
Posted: June 21st, 2022 under General News.
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Biographies of the North Country June 18th Honor Flights #38 & #39 veterans
Thank you to Janet Duprey for compiling the biographies and providing them to the Peru Gazette. Flight 38 – June 18, 2022 Frederick Betters U.S. Army 1968-1969 Vietnam Frederick was assigned to the Military Police, 148th MP Company, 5th U.S. Army in Fort Carson, Colorado. Fred’s military career included time with the […]
Posted: June 21st, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, General News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News, Upstate New York, Veterans' News.
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FULL TEXT OF THE EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION, ISSUED BY PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN IN 1863
The Emancipation Proclamation January 1, 1863 A Transcription By the President of the United States of America: A Proclamation. Whereas, on the twenty-second day of September, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and sixty-two, a proclamation was issued by the President of the United States, containing, among other things, the following, […]
Posted: June 20th, 2022 under General News.
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Column: It’s rhubarb season | Sun Community News There are only a handful of things that grow better in the Adirondacks than in California, and rhubarb is one of them.
Source: Column: It’s rhubarb season | Sun Community News There are only a handful of things that grow better in the Adirondacks than in California, and rhubarb is one of them.
Posted: June 19th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Poll: New York voters strongly support new laws on guns, abortion – syracuse.com
Source: Poll: New York voters strongly support new laws on guns, abortion – syracuse.com
Posted: June 17th, 2022 under General News, Law Enforcement News, Peru/Regional History, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Bob Rulfs passes away
A Facebook message from Rulfs Orchard was posted at about 6 p.m. today June 15, 2022 It is with the deepest sadness we tell you that Grandpa Bob Rulfs has passed. Bob was a true legend of Rulfs Orchard. He always loved chatting with customers and thanking them for coming in. The one place he […]
Posted: June 15th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Business News, Faces of Peru, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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Strand Arts Center transformed to serve more people
By John T. Ryan Plattsburgh – The Strand Center For the Arts invited visitors to an Open House on Saturday, June 11th. The Strand wanted everyone to see what was new, especially inside the Arts Center. A Downtown Plattsburgh Revitalization grant enabled the Arts Center to transform what were second-floor offices into spacious high-tech […]
Posted: June 15th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Youth Commission meeting next Tuesday
The Town of Peru Youth Commission will conduct a meeting, Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 7 pm at Lapham Mills Park.
Posted: June 15th, 2022 under General News, Peru News, Youth News.
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Honor Flight’s #38 & #39 this Saturday
A message from the North Country Honor Flight Please join us for flights 38 and 39 as we send 30 more North Country Veterans on a trip of a lifetime. The send-off ceremony starts at 7 am sharp at the Veterans Park on the US Oval. Then join us in the parade over to the […]
Posted: June 14th, 2022 under Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Veterans' News.
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Joe Remillard’s “Adirondack Visions” comes home to us
By John T. Ryan Plattsburgh – Last Saturday afternoon at SUNY Plattsburgh’s Burke Gallery, Peru, NY native Joe Remillard narrated a gallery walkthrough of his solo art exhibition Adirondack Visions. Many people attended, including several Peru residents and members of his family. The previous evening almost 200 people enjoyed the opening reception. A June 9th Press-Republican […]
Posted: June 14th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Arts and Entertainment, General News, Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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A young lady who loves dairy farming
By John T. Ryan Peru – Brianna Peryea, the 2022 Clinton County Dairy Association Ambassador, greeted people visiting the Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum on Saturday, June 11. A member of Northern Adirondack Central School’s Future Farmers of America (FFA), Brianna was accompanied by FFA member Kyla Rider. A 10th grader, […]
Posted: June 13th, 2022 under General News.
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2022 Clinton County Dairy Ambassador celebrates Dairy Month | News | pressrepublican.com
PERU — “Brianna Peryea talks dairy industry until the cows come home for a special mini event celebrating Dairy Month at the Babbie Rural & Farm Learning Museum. The event will be held today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the museum located at 250 River Road in Peru.” Source: 2022 Clinton County Dairy […]
Posted: June 11th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Business News, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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DEC Announces Opening of 2022 Black Bass Season
New Annual Season Start Date is June 15 Top Quality Bass Fishing Opportunities Available Throughout the State New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced that the open (harvest) season for largemouth and smallmouth bass, collectively known as black bass, begins Wednesday, June 15, and runs through Nov. 30. The […]
Posted: June 10th, 2022 under General News.
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Stefanik, Hudson, Miller Introduce Bill to Promote Gun Safety
From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Representatives Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Richard Hudson (R-NC), and Carol Miller (R-WV) today introduced the Firearm Proficiency and Training Act to incentivize gun training and safety. “As Democrats rush to push their radical gun control agenda, I am proud to lead the charge in introducing legislation […]
Posted: June 10th, 2022 under General News.
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