Archive for 'Peru/Regional History'
A new flagpole and flag at a very beautiful place
By John T. Ryan There’s a new flag flying high over the Champlain Valley thanks to the good works of the Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Society. A flagpole has been erected at St. Patrick’s Oratory also known to many as Mother Cabrini Shrine. It was dedicated on Sunday, July 10th at the St. […]
Posted: July 15th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Town Councilman Kregg Bruno to be inducted into SUNY Potsdam Bears Hall of Fame
POTSDAM, NY (07/14/2011)Kregg Bruno used the unique combination of a successful high school career and a taste of the NCAA Division I level to create a standout three-year career as a wrestler at SUNY Potsdam. Bruno, a member of the Bears wrestling team from 1981-84 and a 2011 Bears Hall of Fame inductee as of […]
Posted: July 14th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Cuomo OKs texting-driving bill
The Times Union reports
Posted: July 13th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Tyler Williams – Firefighter of the Year
By John T. Ryan The Peru Volunteer Fire Department has chosen Tyler Williams as its 2011 Firefighter of the Year. Chief Brian Westover said the award is a way of recognizing all the effort Williams has put forth for the department during the past year. Tyler Williams has been a member of the Peru Volunteer […]
Posted: July 12th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Our community has a new ambulance
By John T. Ryan The Peru Volunteer Fire Department put a new ambulance into service on June 20, 2011. Chief Brian Westover said the Ford E450 replaces a 1999 with about 59,000 miles. While the CVPH Medical Center provides primary ambulance service for the Town of Peru, the Peru Ambulance is called when there are […]
Posted: July 11th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Welcome to Adele and Alain as United States citizens
By John T. Ryan Oftentimes over 50% of native-born U.S. citizens do not exercise one of their most sacred rights – the right to vote. Yesterday, two Peru residents, both natives of Canada, became naturalized United States citizens in a ceremony conducted at Clinton Community College. When asked why they decided to become U. S. […]
Posted: July 9th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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State slashes food-pantry funds; 60-percent aid cut could leave cupboards bare at some sites
The Press Republican reports
Posted: July 8th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Saranac Lake VA clinic to open July 19 (update)
The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports
Posted: July 7th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Plattsburgh Aeronautical Institute lands major donation
The Press Republican reports
Posted: July 5th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Clinton County receives $1.4 million in airport funding
The Press Republican reports
Posted: July 5th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Elmore SPCA appreciates a very generous donation
By John T. Ryan Social media like Facebook and Twitter has been taking the planet by storm. People all over the world are communicating like never before. Elmore SPCA is directly benefiting from Facebook thanks to Dr. Brett Paepke of Firstcare Eye Care Associates in Plattsburgh. For every person who clicked “Like” on his […]
Posted: July 4th, 2011 under Peru/Regional History.
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FEMA shoots down individual aid for flood damage
The Press Republican reports Here is the FEMA Denial Letter Congressman Owens issued this statement: “It is unfortunate that FEMA has decided to deny Governor Cuomo’s request for individual assistance for counties affected by spring flooding. I urge the Governor to appeal this decision and will support his effort should he decide to do so. […]
Posted: July 2nd, 2011 under Congressional News, General News, Peru/Regional History.
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All North Country prisons escape closure
The Watertown Daily Times reports The Times Union reports
Posted: July 1st, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Big deal for biotech Saranac Lake lands two biotech firms, will move village offices to town hall; Deal will also reopen Sears parking lot to public
The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports and The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports are related story Explaining the Science behind the biotech deal
Posted: June 30th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Pfizer re-acquires Rouses Point plant – there is good news and bad news
The Press Republican reports
Posted: June 28th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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NY OKs annual SUNY tuition hikes
The Watertown Daily Times reports
Posted: June 28th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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SUNY provides 6,700 jobs, $604 million in annual economic activity to NNY region
The Watertown Daily Times reports
Posted: June 24th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Mickey’s Restaurant mostly gutted by fire
The Press Republican reports
Posted: June 24th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Mother Cabrini Shrine to be covered from the elements
Leon Blair, Chair of the Town of Peru Zoning Board of Appeals, called the meeting of Wednesday, April 20th, 2011 at 7:00pm to order.
Posted: June 20th, 2011 under Peru/Regional History, Zoning Board News.
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Cuomo orders pink slips to begin July 15 – Governor sets date for pink slips as agencies will reveal specific jobs targeted starting Monday
The Times Union reports
Posted: June 9th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Residents gather to save Schuyler Falls Post Office
The Press Republican reports
Posted: June 8th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Continued impacts of Lake Champlain Flooding
The adirondack almanac reports
Posted: June 8th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Boating slow on Lake Champlain – Lake levels swamp area marinas, cause destruction and delays
The Press Republican reports
Posted: June 5th, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Storm leaves scar on Whiteface
The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports
Posted: June 2nd, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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4 reported dead in western Massachusetts tornadoes
The Free Press reports
Posted: June 2nd, 2011 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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