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The editor is John Ryan at email: perugazette@gmail.com. The Peru Gazette is a free community, education and information website. It is non-commercial and does not accept paid advertising.

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Archive for 'Peru/Regional History'

Elmore SPCA is under renovation

The Press Republican reports

Tax-exempt bonds OK’d for Laurentian

The Press Republican reports

Priest population vanishing locally

The Press Republican reports

Peru loses one of its most beloved and respected residents – Chip Hamilton

The Press Republican reports

Town Board holds public hearing for proposed noise ordinance

By Donald McBrayer The Town Board held a public hearing for the proposed Noise Ordinance on Monday January 24th. A half-dozen Peru residents were present, and made comments on the proposed ordinance. James Falvo suggested expanding the line that allows for snow removal equipment “to be used at any time” to include the phrase “for snow removal”. […]

Longtime journalist picked as chief editor for Press-Republican

The Press Republican reports

So this is why she sews – Peru’s Nan Mitchell sews dresses for girls served by local mission groups

The Press Republican reports

Peru woman dies from accident injuries

The Press Republican reports

Fire destroys Peru home

The Press Republican reports

Peru Central students getting a hands-on look at the world of journalism

The North Countryman reports Click here for a link to the second issue of The Pride.

Peru begins process to find new superintendent

The Press Republican reports

Peru School superintendent retiring – A. Paul Scott ready to graduate to next step

The Press Republican reports

Respected Peru Central educator passes away

The Press Republican reports Sports Editor Bob Goetz honors Mau Lou with beautiful words at the end of his column.

Peru says “Good-by” to Becky’s Restaurant

By John T. Ryan December 31, 2010 was a day of mixed emotions for people as they gathered at Becky’s Restaurant for a last meal and to wish the restaurant’s owner Becky Garrow well. (Click here for photos) They’re sad because they’re losing a favorite Peru eating and gathering spot. On the other hand they’re […]

Peru’s churches celebrate the birth of Christ

Attending church as a family is the focal point of the Christmas Season for many Peru families. Both St. Augustine’s Church and the Peru Community Church extend a welcome to everyone through their wonderful services and their Christmas decorations. Many people work long and hard to prepare their church to celebrate the birth of Christ. […]

Here are the final 2010 Peru election results

By John T. Ryan The 2010 elections took place almost three months ago, but the final vote tallies for Clinton County towns just became available. Town of Peru voters favored Democrats in five of the nine races.  Senators Kristen Gillibrand and Charles Schumer and Governor-Elect Andrew Cuomo carried Peru by wide margins while Representative Bill […]

Strand restoration slow but steady – Theater awarded $200,000 grant, insulation donation

The Press Republican reports

Laurentian Aerospace has financing

The Press Republican reports

Adirondack Stats: Ice Harvesting

The adirondack almanac reports

Santa arrived in Peru last night aboard a beautifully decorated fire truck

By John T. Ryan The Peru Youth Commission’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting (click here for photos) was held before its usual large crowd on Friday, December 3, 2010.  Children, parents and grandparents crowded the Little Ausable Park to sing carols and witness the tree lighting.  At 7 p.m. the Peru Fire Department arrived carrying Santa. The […]

Peru Community Church makes needed repairs

Over the past few weeks work has been completed to improve drainage around the Peru Community Church. This is what the site looked like two weeks ago. By Adele Douglas Between the water coming off State Rte 22 B and the water coming off the roof, the foundation of the Peru Community Church was wet […]

Peru home construction is increasing compared to last year – People are seeking value!

By John T. Ryan Peru hasn’t been immune to the national slowdown in new home construction, but eleven site-built and modular home permits have been issued through October compared to seven during the same period last year. Code Enforcement Officer Paul Blaine said the site-built home are generally smaller than in previous years. He explained […]

Grand Union barriers to come down

By Donald McBrayer The barriers at the north exit of the Grand Union Plaza were addressed at the Planning Board meeting on Wednesday, November 10th. They will be coming down soon.  A Planning Board decision on April 14th, 2009 required the placement of the barriers because the land the exit crosses is actually owned by the […]

Doheny reflects on close loss

The Press Republican reports

ASSEMBLY: Duprey routs challengers

The adirondack almanac reports