The Peru Gazette

2,029 voters cast ballots at St. Augustine’ Parish Center today, November 3, 2020.  Here are the totals:  President of the United States Donald Trump – 1,258  Joseph Biden – 719  U.S. Congress  Elise Stefanik – 1,340  Tedra Cobb – 673  NYS Senate  Daniel Stec – 1,283  Kimberly Davis – 686  NYS Assembly  Billy Jones (Unopposed) […]

Peru – If you haven’t voted yet, dress warm, you may have to wait in line. This was the scene at St. Augustine’s Parish Center at 4 p.m. The line is steadily moving. The polls are open until 9 pm. The Peru Gazette will report on Peru’s in-person vote results as soon as possible after […]

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Peru High School photo dated 1923. The school was located between Pleasant and Elm Streets, just west of Lewis Street. $20,002.40 budget for 1934-35. Average teacher pay – $135 to $150 monthly. The school had 10 employees. Thanks to Bob McGee for a peek at Peru High School memories.

Source: Students to make final decision on North Country nickname change

This was the scene on Bear Swamp Rd. at about 10:30 this morning. Several businesses closed or almost closed because of lost electrical power. Power was lost at about 8 a.m. for some with outages continuing for the next three hours. Power was restored for some users at about 11 a.m. NYSEG is virtually impossible […]

Peru Central School District seeks District Treasurer to maintain financial records of the school district. Proficiency with computers, accounting programs and governmental accounting principles is essential. Salary range is $50,000 to $60,000 and is contingent on experience and qualifications. For more information, please contact Krista Devins @ kdevins@perucsd.org or call (518) 643-6004.

Peru – At the Peru Town Board’s September 28th meeting Counselor, Kregg Bruno suggested setting term limits for members of the Peru Youth Commission, saying it would be good to get “new blood and new ideas.” He mentioned two people had approached him about being on the Commission. Town Attorney Matt Favro interjected that some […]

By John T. Ryan  Peru – When Rev. Alan Shnob announced his retirement parishioners of St. Augustine’s Church expected to be linked with St. Margaret’s Parish in Wilmington, Holy Name Parish in Au Sable Forks, and the Catholic Community of Keeseville. Plans were in place for one pastor to preside over all the parishes. Instead, […]

BBQ Chicken Drumsticks Mashed Potatoes Coleslaw Home-made Peanut Butter Cookies   Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., take-out only, at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru NY

Peru – October 11th marked the 244th Anniversary of the Battle of Valcour, one of the American Revolution’s first naval battles. The Saranac Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the Valcour Battle Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) commemorated the battle at the Peru Dock, overlooking the battle […]

Source: Hundreds of cattle die in Beekmantown barn fire

By John T. Ryan (Please share this important story)    Peru – Voters will enter the world of high technology on November 3, Election Day. When they enter St. Augustine’s Parish Center, find a new sign-in procedure. Election officials hope it will mean a faster check-in.   They’ll no longer have to report to a […]

Peru – St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273 host a take-out spaghetti dinner on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center. Regular & gluten-free spaghetti, salad & bread. Served TAKE-OUT ONLY from 4:30 to 6:00 PM for only $8 per person. This will be the Knight’s first-fundraiser since the pandemic began. They […]

Elmore SPCA is having a “Christmas in October” sale on October 16th and 17th at 10 Pinewood Drive, Peru. We will have beautiful hand made items, themed baskets, pet items and new items. Get a start on your holiday shopping! If you would like to donate a new item or craft item for the sale […]

A message to the Peru Gazette from Sandra Lashua “I would like to let your followers know about my new “Book Nook” free library at 3712 Route 22. It’s located on the corner of the Renadette Road. One shelf is adult books and one is for children.” Sandra told the Peru Gazette, “Take as many […]

Tags Awarded by Lottery System beginning this Fall The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced new opportunities to take antlerless deer on Valcour Island with antlerless deer tags issued through the Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP). Deer hunting is allowed on Valcour Island, in the towns of Peru and Plattsburgh, Clinton […]

From the Peru Central School District The Peru Central School District will be hosting a meeting on Tuesday, September 29, 2020, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Peru Central School District High School gymnasium.  There will be the availability for forty-five (45) community and student members to attend the meeting live at the school.  […]

By John T. Ryan Maplefields new Peru convenience store at 442 Bear Swamp road officially opened for business yesterday afternoon, September 17, 2020. When customers walk in, they’ll undoubtedly be impressed. The expansive interior’s fall colors and maple leaf logo strike a good note at this time of the year. Anyone looking for Subway will […]

Aug 21 – Sep 17 People Reached – 44,039, +17% Post Engagements – 37,119 +11% New Page Likes – 37 +23%

Please read this important message from Laurie Parsons, Elmore SPCA Board President   Recently Elmore SPCA has been called upon to address instances of local hoarding. In just two recent cases, the animal removal count is up to 76, thus far. Working closely with law enforcement, Elmore has been able to gain access to trap […]

Volunteers are needed for both the Peru Zoning and Planning Boards. It’s important for the future of our community. Please consider volunteering. Call the Peru Town Hall Code Enforcement Office at 518-643-2745 x3 for more information.