The Peru Gazette

Washington, D.C. – The House Armed Services Committee has announced that Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) has been selected by her colleagues on the Committee to serve as Vice-Chairman for the Subcommittee on Readiness. “I am grateful to Chairman Thornberry and my colleagues on the Committee for the opportunity to serve in this important position,” said […]

Plattsburgh City Council to consider medical marijuana resolution – Press-Republican: News.

Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) announced the opening of her Plattsburgh office: “I am excited to have our doors open to serve the Plattsburgh community,” said Rep. Stefanik. “Whether you need help with a federal agency, information about services my office can provide, or wish to share your opinion on issues before Congress, I encourage […]

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By John T. Ryan Peru – Each Sunday St. Augustine’s parishioners pray that one of their number will respond to God’s call to the religious life. On September 21, 2014 their prayers were answered when the Franciscan Sisters of Renewal of Bronx, New York received Rachel Daly as a candidate for their religious community. Rachel […]

The following message appears in the Peru Community Church’s February newsletter From the Pastors Desk January 2015 Dear Parishioners and Friends, I have at my home and in my office a cup that reads: “YES, NO, MAYBE.” It best describes my feelings about a decision I have been struggling with for the past year. The […]

POTSDAM, NY – Nicholas Lawliss of Peru, N.Y., a sophomore majoring in mechanical engineering was named a Presidential Scholar for the fall 2014 semester at Clarkson University. Presidential Scholars must achieve a minimum 3.80 grade-point average and carry at least 14 credit hours. Clarkson University launches leaders into the global economy. One in five alumni […]

New bookstore opens in Plattsburgh – Press-Republican: Local News.

Peru – Homeowners and renters can learn about New York State’s cost-saving home energy assessment programs on Friday January 30th at 7 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center. Jamie Rogers of ANCA (Adirondack North Country Association) will explain the free and low-cost energy assessments and program incentives available to New York State residents. Income-qualified families […]

Peru Central student arrested in connection with bomb threat – Press-Republican: News.

From the office of Cornell Cooperative Extension Canton, NY On Saturday, February 7, Cornell Cooperative Extension will host a regional training workshop to help small livestock farmers reduce and manage the parasites that affect pastured sheep and goats. The 10am-3pm training is offered as a regional program for producers across the Northern New York region.

From the office of the North Country Regional Economic Council The North Country Regional Economic Development Council (NCREDC) held a public meeting on Friday at the High Peaks Resort in Lake Placid. The meeting, attended by Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul, provided the Council the opportunity to kick off its planning for 2015, report on progress […]

  By John T. Ryan Longtime Peru resident John “Jack” Lawliss feels and looks good these days. And he’s relaxing! That’s a relief to many people who were thinking of and praying for Jack as he battled tongue cancer. Last spring his cancer treatments forced him to resign from his Peru Town Justice position. Jack […]

A message from Empire State Development The Empire State Development (ESD) Board of Directors met today in New York City and approved $3.4 million in funding for nine projects that are spurring economic growth and opportunity in New York State. These targeted investments will leverage over $19.7 million in private and other public funding to […]

On Wednesday, January 28, 2015 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, Peru Central School District will be presenting its second workshop of a four part series titled ‘Empowering Parents.’ This second workshop will focus on ‘CRUTCHES: A Parenting Framework That Parents Can Lean On’, and hopes to provide parents with tips for managing the challenges of […]

FBI raids Essex Town Hall – Press-Republican: Local News.

Fun with friends that will benefit our local veterans. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. SUPER BOWL PARTY @ PERU MEMORIAL VFW 710 Pleasant St, Rte 22B Peru, New York Munchies and other specials. Multiple TVs. No cover charge. Feb 1, 2015 4 p.m. until ?????

Man found dead in Plattsburgh yard – Press-Republican: News.

The Clem Hawkins Band will perform their popular music at the Peru Community Church Coffeehouse, 13 Elm St. Peru, on 1/31 at 7:00. Doors open at 6:00 and tickets are available for $12 at the door or $10 in advance at the church office, Adirondack Coffee Roasters, Alpha Stereo and Saranac Country Store. Refreshments available. […]

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Westelcom, Titus Mountain, and Eagle Country invite you to join us for the Chamber Family Ski Day on January 24th at Titus Mountain. This event is open to the public and is a great opportunity for families to enjoy a day of fun on the slopes. With options like a free group lesson, night skiing, […]

Wednesday, January 21, 2015, will mark the 5th Annual Dine United for the Adirondack Region. There will be a wide variety of restaurants throughout Clinton, Essex and Franklin Counties participating. Every patron that visits a participating restaurant on January 21, 2015 will be giving back to our region, as well as supporting local restaurants. Each […]

Summer opening planned for Hotel Saranac | NCPR News.

Dear Friend, Welcome to my new weekly e-newsletter to help keep you informed on what I am working on in Congress. This week I had the honor of being sworn in as your Representative in Congress. This is incredibly humbling, and I want each of you to know that I will work my hardest on […]