The Peru Gazette

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. According to the National World War II Museum, 430 World War II veterans pass away each day, making now the time to honor our veterans. SUNY Plattsburgh’s public relations campaign class has teamed with North Country Honor Flight to honor North Country WWII and Korean War veterans. On Wednesday, March 9, SUNY Plattsburgh […]

Clinton County Senior Computer Club meetings and classes are held at the Senior Citizens Center, 5139 North Catherine Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901 Classes by: Len Wood List of classes being offered on Mondays and Wednesdays. The time is from 9 to 11AM · 7th, and 9th of March: a two session class, dealing with Microsoft […]

The Peru Drama Club will perform A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum on March 10th, 11th, and 12th at 7:30 pm with a special matinee performance on Saturday, the 12th, at 2:00 pm. Performances will take place in the Peru Senior High auditorium. Tickets are $10 at the door and $8 in […]

PLATTSBURGH — The Development Corporation (TDC) announces the expansion of Québec-based Delastek into TDC’s Air Industrial Park. Source: Aerospace supplier Delastek moves to Plattsburgh – Sun Community News & Printing

This is the ice jam at the Carpenter’s Flats Bridge (Rt. 9 about a mile south of the Bear Swamp Rd. – Rt. 9 intersection) this morning about 10:45. The ice is approximately 3′ beneath the bridge. The AuSable River diverted through the woods then under the bridge. No apparent flooding.

Agreement with the New York Attorney General’s Office originated from issues at Champlain Centre in Plattsburgh. Source: Pyramid settles mall accessibility suit | News | pressrepublican.com

A Message from Democratic Party Town of Peru Chairman- Brandy McDonald  The next meeting for the Peru Democratic Party will be on Thursday, February 25, at 7:00PM. Location will be the Peru Town Hall I am very happy to announce that the schedule of our candidate for Congress, Mike Derrick, is such that he will be able […]

PERU — Before Tops, Stewart’s and Dollar General, Peru residents used to pick up their necessities at the ole’ general store known as the Goshen store. Source: Peru accepts museum fund request – Sun Community News & Printing

PERU — Disagreements in dog licensing redemption procedures have Peru town officials and Elmore SPCA on a tight leash. Source: Life is “ruff” in Peru – Sun Community News & Printing

Peru – St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273 will host a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, February 20th, 2016 at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center. “ALL YOU CAN EAT” spaghetti, salad, Italian bread and a delicious dessert will be served from 4:30 to 6:30 PM for only $7.50 per person, $2.50 for children 6 to […]

PLATTSBURGH, NY – The Strand Center for the Arts is thrilled to host photographer Ron Nolland, and his guest exhibitors; Kate Catalfamo, Corky Corrado, and Julie Canapa in the Main Gallery in March, 2016. This upcoming exhibit will open in The Strand Center Main Gallery on Friday, March 4 and a free reception will be […]

By John T. Ryan If everything goes as planned, in a few months the Rulfs Orchard farm stand will be moving into a new building located about 200 feet west of the existing farm stand. The planned 9,900 sq. ft. farm stand will have enhanced business space, an expanded menu, more parking and a drive […]

After returning home from active duty, retired army colonel Mike Derrick faces one final mission — defeating Rep. Elise Stefanik Source: Good morning NY21! – Sun Community News & Printing

Meanwhile, average salary in 2014-15 was about $60,000. Source: SCHOOL STRAIN: NY teacher ranks plummet

The St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen serves meals almost every Wednesday from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center.  Everyone is welcome! Here is the February 17, 2016 menu: Salad, baked chicken, potato wedges, veggies, cherry streusel bars.

Source: After recession, social service agencies still feel the squeeze | NCPR News

MORRISONVILLE — Veterans who served from 1964-75 are encouraged to be tested for Hepatitis-C Source: Hep-C testing encouraged for vets – Sun Community News & Printing

By John T. Ryan Peru – Pending a few more governmental approvals, by July 1st Peru should have a new Dunkin’ Donuts adjacent to Langley Insurance on the Bear Swamp Road. The Peru Planning Board approved M & W Foods’ sketch plans at its Wednesday, February 10, 2016 meeting. More detailed drawings must be submitted […]

By John T. Ryan Peru – Last New Year’s Eve several Peru residents almost went into panic mode. When they phoned their favorite pizza shop, no one answered. There was no reason to panic! An ownership transition was taking place that day. On January 1, 2016, ownership of the Little Pizza Shop at 618 Laphams […]

L-R Kevin Larkin, Rebecca Getman Larkin, Eli and Georgie Larkin, Ann Mason Getman, Carol and Ron Allen, Supervisor Peter Glushko, Douglas Mason   By John T. Ryan “We really feel this painting is coming back to its real home,” commented Ann Mason Getman at the Monday, February 8, 2016 Town Board meeting as she presented […]

Clinton County Computer Club Special Classes Classes offered from 9 to 11 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. · 7th, and 9th of March: a two session class, dealing with Microsoft Word, tool bars, page layout, borders etc. · 14th and 16th of March: a two session class dealing with Microsoft Excel and its various uses. […]

Search each occupation in 10 parts of New York state Source: How much does your job pay in Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse, NYC? (Compare 10 regions) | syracuse.com

Albina and great, great granddaughter Samantha Watson Family, friends and St. Augustine’s parishioners celebrated the 105th birthday of Albina Archambault St. German last Saturday, February 6, 2016. Reverend Alan Shnob presented Albina with a dozen roses at the 4:30 Mass. Then five generations of her family, friends and parishioners gathered in St. Augustine’s Parish Center […]

Cornell Cooperative Extension and the New York Annie’s Project will host the Managing for Today and Tomorrow: Succession, Business, Estate and Retirement Planning for Farm and Ranch Women course starting March 16 in Plattsburgh and March 17 in Canton. Women from any county may attend the programs.  The Plattsburgh course will be held at Cornell […]

Delastek plans to manufacture customized bumpers for Nova Bus, Prevost buses. Source: Quebec-based firm expands to Plattsburgh | Local News | pressrepublican.com