The Peru Gazette

Agri-Mark to Expand Cheese Production Operations, Retaining More Than 100 Jobs in the North Country Empire State Development announced today that dairy cooperative Agri-Mark, Inc. will invest nearly $30 million to expand its cheese manufacturing facility in Franklin County and retain 106 jobs in the North Country Region. The expansion will enable Agri-Mark to continue […]

‘It’s pretty clear we’re headed for trouble’ Source: As shortage looms, state rethinks how it recruits and treats its teachers | POLITICO

Hospitals in Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties will add medical villages, provide new services. Source: North Country health facilities win millions in state funds | News | pressrepublican.com

By John T. Ryan At 7:45 a.m. (PST) today Peru resident Tony Andrews entered Sony Studios, in Los Angeles, California to compete on the Wheel of Fortune. The program will be aired between mid-April and late-May; Andrews is legally committed to keeping the outcome secret. Aware that many people will be attempting to read his […]

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.

A closeup look at the placement of the historic Mason painting in the Peru Town Hall. The wall hanging that was located behind the presiding officer has been moved to a prominent place on the left side of the main room. Click here to view all our Peru Gazette photos. 

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

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

Highway Department to purchase Gradall Excavator and pick-up truck Highway Department Sand-Salt Usage Declines Sewer System Needs Upgrades And More By John T. Ryan The Mason family’s presentation of an historic artwork to the Town of Peru was not the only important subject at the Monday, February 8, 2016 Peru Town Board Meeting. The Town […]

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

New Agreement will Create Jobs and Enable Delivery of Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services at Repurposed State Building .Governor Cuomo announces a new agreement to bring detoxification and outpatient substance use disorder services to Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties. Source: Governor Cuomo Announces New Addiction Treatment Facility in the North Country | Governor Andrew M. […]

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 […]

Local restaurant owners say pay bump could force them to raise prices and lay off workers Source: Minimum wage hike taking bite out of Plattsburgh restaurant biz – Sun Community News & Printing

Source: Lawmakers, advocates push for ‘aid in dying’ bill – Capitol Confidential

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 […]

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

AGENDA TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING,  February 8, 2016, 7:00 PM Call Meeting To Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call MOTION: Approval of Minutes for the Town Board Regular Meeting of January 25, 2016. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Reports from all Departments: (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; and Banking Reports) Community Input DISCUSSION: […]

With a key win over Saranac, the Peru wrestling team claimed the conference championship. Source: Indians defend CVAC title | Sports | pressrepublican.com   Peru Co-coach Gary Edwards reports:  Peru was 4 and 0 on the day. Saranac was 3 – 1, Beekmantown was 2 -2 Ausable Valley 1-2 and NAC was 0-4.  Peru was […]

L-R Elizabeth Daly, Randi Walton, Lianne Wyckoff By John T. Ryan Peru – Anyone entering Peru’s newest business quickly realizes that the building that previously housed a log home sales company at 3085 Main Street has been truly transformed. Polished From Head to Toe owner Randi Walton describes it as Hollywood glam, rustic cabin atmosphere. […]

PLATTSBURGH — There’s no place like home, especially your first. Source: Clinton County approves grant to help first-time residential home buyers – Sun Community News & Printing

Source: Air Force finds chemicals in groundwater near former Plattsburgh base | NCPR News