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Brandy McDonald seeks reelection as Peru Town Supervisor
Democrat Peru Town Supervisor Brandy McDonald is on the ballot for reelection this year. He should be re-elected on November 2nd because no one is opposing him for office. The Peru Gazette posed a few questions to Brandy seeking to inform voters about McDonald’s experience and the issues he sees facing Peru. Brandy McDonald 1. […]
Posted: October 19th, 2021 under Faces of Peru, General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Political News, Town Board News.
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New York state ballot issues in 2021 election: Voters to decide on 5 questions – syracuse.com
Source: New York state ballot issues in 2021 election: Voters to decide on 5 questions – syracuse.com Click here to see a sample ballot
Posted: October 19th, 2021 under Political News, State Government News.
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New Yorkers will vote on environmental rights amendment to state constitution | NCPR News
Source: New Yorkers will vote on environmental rights amendment to state constitution | NCPR News
Posted: October 18th, 2021 under Environmental News, Political News.
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Colin Powell, Former U.S. Secretary of State, Dies of COVID-19 at 84
Source: Colin Powell, Former U.S. Secretary of State, Dies of COVID-19 at 84
Posted: October 18th, 2021 under Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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Early voting in Clinton County starts Oct. 23 | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | While traditional local polls will be open Tuesday, Nov. 2, early voting in Clinton County starts Oct. 23.
Source: Early voting in Clinton County starts Oct. 23 | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | While traditional local polls will be open Tuesday, Nov. 2, early voting in Clinton County starts Oct. 23.
Posted: October 14th, 2021 under Northern NY News, Political News.
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Douglass and Irwin Seek Reelection to the Peru Town Board
Democrat Jim Douglass and Republican Melvin Irwin are seeking reelection to the Peru Town Board on Tuesday, November 2nd. Since no other names appear on the ballot, both men should be reelected. Seeking to learn more about why they serve our community, the challenges they face and their priorities for the future the Peru Gazette […]
Posted: October 14th, 2021 under Faces of Peru, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Political News, Town Board News.
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Peru Town Justice Candidates James Kirby and Scott Thurber
Peru – November 2, Election Day 2021, is only about 20 days away. Peru voters will find only one contested position on this year’s ballot – Peru Town Justice. Incumbent Democrat James Kirby is being challenged by Republican Scott Thurber for a four-year term of office beginning January 1, 2022. The Peru Gazette posed questions […]
Posted: October 13th, 2021 under Faces of Peru, General News, Peru News, Political News.
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Election Day is approaching
Election Day is Tuesday, November 2nd. 2021. There are no statewide or national office contests. In Peru, the only contested election is for town justice. Nevertheless, it is every citizen’s civic duty to cast a ballot. Voters have many voting options, including Absentee Ballots, Early Voting, and casting a ballot at your assigned voting place […]
Posted: October 13th, 2021 under Peru News, Political News.
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Border Progress Looking Encouraging for November Chamber Encouraged by Border Policy Indications
From the North Country Chamber of Commerce Plattsburgh – 10/13/2021 – The North Country Chamber of Commerce is welcoming indications that the U.S. will begin to allow vaccinated Canadians to drive across the northern land border on November 1st. That has been the date for beginning entry by international air travelers from Europe and elsewhere […]
Posted: October 13th, 2021 under Business News, Northern NY News, Political News, Regional NY-VT News.
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Capitol riots: Here are all 47 people from New York State arrested (updated list) – syracuse.com
Source: Capitol riots: Here are all 47 people from New York State arrested (updated list) – syracuse.com
Posted: October 7th, 2021 under Law Enforcement News, Peru/Regional History, Political News, Upstate New York.
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Friday marks voter registration deadline | News | pressrepublican.com
Source: Friday marks voter registration deadline | News | pressrepublican.com
Posted: October 6th, 2021 under County Government News, Northern NY News, Political News, State Government News.
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Governor Hochul Announces Major Hydropower Project Moving Forward – Mountain Lake PBS
“Governor Kathy Hochul this week announced the state will move ahead with a proposed major project to run hydropower from Quebec to New York City. The Champlain-Hudson Express transmission line would carry more than 12-hundred megawatts of hydropower from Quebec under Lake Champlain & the Hudson River to power more than a million homes in […]
Posted: September 30th, 2021 under Business News, Environmental News, Political News, State Government News.
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Hochul touts environmental, economic projects in the Adirondacks
Source: Hochul touts environmental, economic projects in the Adirondacks
Posted: September 28th, 2021 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, Political News, State Government News.
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On the ballot this fall: Adding clean air and water to state bill of rights
“It’s not often that voters get a shot at immediate results. But that’s exactly the opportunity New Yorkers will have this fall, as a proposal to amend the state constitution faces its final hurdle. The proposed “Green Amendment” would guarantee clean air and water as a legal right in New York. It passed the New […]
Posted: September 25th, 2021 under Environmental News, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Gov. Hochul visits Lake Placid to highlight infrastructure work
Source: Gov. Hochul visits Lake Placid to highlight infrastructure work
Posted: September 24th, 2021 under Adirondack Region News, Political News, State Government News.
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Mayor Rabideau plans to retire in 2022 | Sun Community News SARANAC LAKE | A total 24 years served in office
Source: Mayor Rabideau plans to retire in 2022 | Sun Community News SARANAC LAKE | A total 24 years served in office
Posted: September 22nd, 2021 under Adirondack Region News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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Simon Conroy: Clinton County legislator announces resignation
Source: Simon Conroy: Clinton County legislator announces resignation
Posted: September 21st, 2021 under County Government News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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Canada election: Trudeau stays in power but Liberals fall short of majority
Source: Canada election: Trudeau stays in power but Liberals fall short of majority
Posted: September 21st, 2021 under Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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It’s a close race on election day in politically polarized Canada | NCPR News
Source: It’s a close race on election day in politically polarized Canada | NCPR News
Posted: September 20th, 2021 under Northern NY News, Political News.
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New Arts Park Dedicated To Retired Senator Betty Little | WAMC
Source: New Arts Park Dedicated To Retired Senator Betty Little | WAMC
Posted: September 14th, 2021 under Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, Peru/Regional History, Political News, State Legislator News.
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Betty Little Arts Park opened with a splash | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH |
Source: Betty Little Arts Park opened with a splash | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Former Sen. Betty Little served in the New York State Assembly for seven years before being elected as senator in November of 2002, where she served for 18 years.
Posted: September 13th, 2021 under Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News, State Legislator News.
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Six months and still waiting | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Sen. Dan Stec has written letters to Gov. Kathy Hochul and President Joe Biden regarding the northern border being closed.
Source: Six months and still waiting | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Sen. Dan Stec has written letters to Gov. Kathy Hochul and President Joe Biden regarding the northern border being closed.
Posted: September 10th, 2021 under Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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New York lawmakers vote to extend eviction moratorium, approve new cannabis leaders – syracuse.com
Source: New York lawmakers vote to extend eviction moratorium, approve new cannabis leaders – syracuse.com
Posted: September 3rd, 2021 under Business News, Heathcare News, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Governor Hochul Announces Extraordinary Session of the State Legislature Set to Begin September 1
Extends New York State’s Eviction Moratorium to January 15, 2021 Governor Hochul: “We’ve gone through extraordinary times and we need to take steps now to protect the people of the State of New York, and I want to let them know that we are going to continue fighting for them in partnership with our legislative […]
Posted: August 31st, 2021 under Business News, Heathcare News, Political News, State Government News.
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Rep. Stefanik gives birth to baby boy | NCPR News
Source: Rep. Stefanik gives birth to baby boy | NCPR News
Posted: August 30th, 2021 under Adirondack Region News, Congressional News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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