Archive for 'Peru/Regional History'
Stamp prices are going up starting today, Sunday, July 9, 2023
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Posted: July 9th, 2023 under Business News, National News, Peru/Regional History.
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A. Mason descendants witness historic painting reproduction being put in place at Heyworth/Mason Park
By John T Ryan Peru – July 8, 2023 – It must have been a memorable morning for Phillip, Ann, and Douglas Mason as they watched a painting that recalls their family’s place in Peru’s history being put in place at Heyworth/Mason Park. The three are great-grandchildren of Albert Mason, founder of A. Mason Lumber […]
Posted: July 8th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Here’s why Adirondack peatlands are so unique in the face of climate change
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Posted: July 8th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Greg Timmons named New York Fire Chief’s Association Instructor of the Year
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Posted: July 7th, 2023 under Education News, Fire Department News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Statewide News.
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Closure of big-box retail chains to impact Williston’s future
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Posted: July 6th, 2023 under Business News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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Water rescues and road closures in northern New York
Story highlights Blue Haven Campsite damage Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: July 3rd, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Border News, General News, Highway Dept. News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Weather News/History.
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Here’s why Peru Farm Center has a new name and a new home
By John T. Ryan (Please share) Plattsburgh – On June 14, 2023, Peru Farm Center, located at 2682 Route 22 in Peru, moved and became Taylor Equipment Sales and Taylor Powersports at 5 Latour Lane, Plattsburgh. All the employees who worked in Peru are working at the new location. In Plattsburgh, it operates in a much […]
Posted: June 30th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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Most North Country families can now get help to pay for child care. Do you qualify?
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Posted: June 28th, 2023 under Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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Vermont State University tries to find its footing after a rocky few years
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Posted: June 28th, 2023 under Education News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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Amtrak suspends Adirondack Rail Line north of Albany
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Posted: June 27th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Border News, Business News, Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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Valcour Island Lighthouse Tours offered on July 9
IT’S LIGHTHOUSE SEASON – You are invited to join us on Sunday, July 9, at the Peru Dock to visit the historic Bluff Point Lighthouse on Valcour Island. Captain Mick Maynard will provide round-trip transportation. The $30 per person fee will include a Valcour Island Heritage Trail Guide and George Clifford’s book on Lake Champlain […]
Posted: June 25th, 2023 under Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Things to do in & near Peru.
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An investigation into ORDA’s ‘billion dollar bet’ in the Adirondacks
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Posted: June 24th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Corruption in Gov't., General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Peru Highway Department has been busy paving this month
June has been a paving month Peru Highway Department. The Dashnaw Road was first, followed this week by the 10,475 feet of Mannix Road. Mannix is done except for shoulders and stripping. Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell stated, ” We will work on the end that we didn’t pave and get it ready for paving next […]
Posted: June 23rd, 2023 under Highway Dept. News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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Peru Farm Center closes its doors in Peru; reopens in Plattsburgh under a new name
June 21, 2023 – On June 14, the Peru Farm Center closed its Route 22, Peru location. The business relocated to 5 Latour Avenue in Plattsburgh, where it operates as Taylor Equipment and Powersports. Story Updated 9:21 p.m. June 21, 2023.
Posted: June 21st, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Business News, General News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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Nova Bus to leave New York, close Plattsburgh facility
Production in North America will be focused to Canadian facilities in Quebec, according to the announcement. Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: June 21st, 2023 under Border News, Business News, General News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Upstate New York.
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Keeseville area may have a small stage, but its history parallels that of the world at large
Anderson Falls Heritage Society summer presentations reveal fascinating local history Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: June 21st, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Hundreds gather to honor fallen NYSP Captain Christopher Garrow at funeral service
“Capt. Christopher J. Garrow was a fearless public servant, who was committed to protecting his community and the state of New York,” Governor Hochul said. Click here to view the MYNBC5 story
Posted: June 19th, 2023 under City News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Religious News, Veterans' News.
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Three WWII veterans flew on Saturday, June 17 North Country Honor Flight #47
These men are your neighbors. Read their military service biographies. (Please Share) June 17, 2023 – Plattsburgh – Honor Flight Executive Director Barrie Finnegan stated, “Three WWII veterans flying today is incredible even by National Honor Flight standards. With the Greatest Generation shrinking rapidly, we are proud to Honor these and the rest of the […]
Posted: June 19th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, City News, Community Events, General News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Upstate New York, Veterans' News.
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Fifteen North Country Lady Vets Take to the Honor Flight Skies
These women are your neighbors. Their biographies will surprise you. (Please Share) Plattsburgh – June 17, 2023 – North Country Honor Flights 46 and 47 took to the skies on Saturday, June 17. Flight 46 was the first-of-its-kind all-female Honor Flight. Fifteen deserving female Veterans made a special stop at the Women’s Military Memorial at […]
Posted: June 19th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, City News, Community Events, General News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Upstate New York, Veterans' News.
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‘Return to Auschwitz’ wins Emmy
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Posted: June 15th, 2023 under Arts and Entertainment, Education News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Gov. Hochul directs flags half-staff in honor of Capt. Christopher Garrow
Peru native, Marine veteran and NYSP captain to be honored statewide Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: June 15th, 2023 under General News, Law Enforcement News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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See more buggies lately? It’s not your imagination when you travel to St. Lawrence, Jefferson and Lewis Counties
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Posted: June 15th, 2023 under Agricultural News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Founder of Champlain trails group looks to retire
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Posted: June 14th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Environmental News, Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Recreation opportunities.
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Procession held for late Trooper Garrow
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Posted: June 14th, 2023 under Community Events, Law Enforcement News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History.
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No more daily printed Glens Falls Post-Star
The Post-Star said it will publish a print paper only on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Click here for the Chronicle story
Posted: June 14th, 2023 under Business News, Education News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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