The Peru Gazette

By John T. Ryan Peru – Stewart’s plans to build a new shop in Peru this summer, but only time will tell if it’s going to happen this year. The Saratoga-based company must secure the approval of both the Zoning Board and Planning Board before proceeding.   At the March 20, 2019 Zoning Board meeting […]

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today directed flags to half-staff on all State government buildings in honor of New York Department of Transportation Maintenance Worker Dennis (Matt) Howe of Owego, Tioga County, who died from injuries sustained last Wednesday when a tractor trailer collided with a DOT truck in the work zone March 13 in Tioga […]

JCEO Food Shelf Position Open – JCEO Peru Food Shelf Coordinator Betsy Ero has taken another JCEO position.  The Food Shelf Coordinator position must be filled by a Peru resident. The hourly pay rate is $14.17. JCEO offers fringe benefits. If anyone has questions please call Sally Soucia at 518-561-6310 or 518-593-1659.

Due to training, there will be NO car Wash Saturday, March 16th. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

PLATTSBURGH, NY – The Strand Center for the Arts is excited to announce Lorrie Morgan, will be performing at the Strand Center Theatre at 25 Brinkerhoff Street, Plattsburgh on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 @ 8 p.m. Lorrie Morgan dominated the ‘90s with top-charting hits like “What Part Of No,” “Except For Monday,” “Five Minutes,” and “Watch Me,” […]

WEDNESDAY, March 13, 2019 @ 7:00 PM TOWN OF PERU CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of January 9, 2019 minutes. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing APPLICATION: 3-Lot Minor Subdivision with SEQR: P-2019-001 William & Thomas Everett 3-Lot Minor Subdivision 279.-2-43.1 Calkins Rd. Peru, NY 12972 ANY FURTHER BUSINESS CEO REPORT: […]

Thanks to everyone who took part in this evening’s meeting, especially Carol Blakeslee and Bill Todd, candidates for Clinton County Legislature Areas 7 and 5, respectively. The committee will send more information about each candidate soon. At this time, there are a few important dates you may want to consider adding to your calendar: Have […]

By John T. Ryan Zoning Map Change Approved; New IT Specialist Hired; Snowplow Insurance Allowance Learned; Six to eight applicants to be Interviewed for Water/Sewer Department Position; Washington Street Road Acceptance Still on Hold; NYS Silent on Main Street Upgrade Project Requests Peru – The Peru Town Board meeting of Monday, February 25, 2019 was […]

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  A message from Becky Murphy about noon, “We cleaned off the rink at Sullivan Park today if you wanted to share that with your followers! It’s great skating! Get it in before the mixed bag of weather that’s coming our way.”

Incident Rate Ties Lowest Annual Total in History, Past Six Years are Safest on Record The 2018 hunting seasons in New York tallied the lowest number of recorded hunting-related shooting incidents (HRSIs) and tied the 2016 mark – 13 – as the safest on record, Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced today. […]

By John T. Ryan Peru – The Peru Town Board accepted the resignation of Peru Youth Commission Chairperson Jennifer Madore at its Monday, January 28, 2019 meeting. Madore is the third Youth Commission member to resign over the past few months. On November 27th the Board accepted the resignations of Beth Lozier and Carrie Smith. […]

Location: CCHA, 98 Ohio, Ave. Plattsburgh Description: The Clinton County Historical Association Announces Antique Valentine Creations Crafts Day Saturday, February 2, 11 am to 3 pm At CCHA, 98 Ohio Avenue, Plattsburgh Families are welcome to join us at the Museum on Saturday, February 2, from 11 am to 3 pm, to make special Valentine’s Day […]

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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has designated Friday, January 25, 2019, as National EITC Awareness Day. The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Coalition of the Adirondack Region has established Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites throughout our three-county service delivery area to provide “free tax preparation” to individuals and families with low or moderate incomes. […]

Clinton County  by IRS-Certified Volunteer Preparers Senior Citizens Council, 5139 North Catherine Street, Plattsburgh Walk-ins — No Appointments are taken!  Call 518-335-8599 for information. Parking is on Court and Brinkerhoff Streets January 28 thru February 28 (closed 2/18/19) Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat 9:00am to1:30pm; Wed & Thurs 9:00am to 5:30pm March 1 thru 31 Wed. […]

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By John T. Ryan  Dr. Thomas Palmer became Peru Central School District Superintendent on January 2, 2018.  For several months he focused on observing, listening and understanding the district.  Today he knows much more about our school and the goals he wants to achieve. Unlike many upstate New York schools, Peru’s enrollment is holding steady […]

Peru – The Peru Knights of Columbus invite federal employees and their immediate families to enjoy a free spaghetti dinner today at the Knights of Columbus dinner being served from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru. Just present federal employee identification and you and your family […]

The snow isn’t beginning until late Saturday so come on out to enjoy the Peru Knights of Columbus spaghetti dinner, Saturday, January 19, St. Augustine’s Parish Center. Regular & gluten-free spaghetti, salad, bread and a delicious dessert. 4:30 to 6:00 PM, $8.00 per person, $3.00 for children 6 to 12, free for children 5 and […]

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By John T. Ryan Peru – This is a busy time of year for Peru’s assessor. if you visit the Peru Town Hall on a Tuesday you’ll likely find our assessor Jeremiah Cross either on the phone or meeting with a Peru resident. The Town of Peru contracts with Clinton County for assessment services. When […]