The Peru Gazette

Source: Debunking some myths about New York’s ballot questions | WRVO Public Media

Source: Cuomo signs bill banning use of e-cigarettes indoors – Times Union

Source: Cuomo signs bill providing cancer benefits for volunteer firefighters – Capitol Confidential

Source: Former top Assembly ethics official: Position a ‘waste of money’ – Times Union

Peru – New York State Police brought Michael James to Peru Town Court Court in handcuffs this morning to face three criminal charges related to the September 20th dog attack on James’s neighbor Mrs. Loretta Timmons. James’ three dogs attacked Mrs. Timmons who suffered severe injuries. One of the dogs was euthanized the day after […]

Source: In a milestone, SUNY Poly’s first factory is now open And it’s in Plattsburgh! 

Four Years After the Dignity for All Students Act Took Effect, Too Many Schools Misreport Incidents or Don’t Report Them At All   Many New York schools fall short when it comes to protecting students from harassment and discrimination based on gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity, according to an audit released in […]

Source: DiNapoli: State needs $27B to fix local bridges – Times Union

Dear Friend, Today, I am proud to announce a new savings and investment program for New Yorkers with disabilities. The NY ABLE Program allows New York State residents with disabilities to save money for their disability-related expenses without the risk of losing benefits from assistance programs like Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance […]

Source: Some forest rangers call pace of Adirondack emergencies “unsustainable” | NCPR News

Source: CCC’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing is open for business | NCPR News

Source: Keeseville VFD audit urges more review – Sun Community News & Printing

A Message from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation As the kids head back to school, keeping them safe is a priority. To better protect the health of our children, changes were made in 2010 to the State Education Law (SEL) and Social Services Law (SSL) to limit pesticide use on school or day care […]

Source: New York just made it easier for teachers to get certified – Times Union

By John T. Ryan Peru – Construction of a new Jarvis Road Bridge began on June 12th. Today, following an inspection by Clinton County Highway Superintendent Al Rascoe, the bridge was opened for traffic. A John Deer tractor driven by Tyler Irwin was the first vehicle to cross the bridge. New Century Construction of Watervliet […]

Source: State Police to host open house – Sun Community News & Printing

Source: Schneiderman: Support Hurricane Harvey relief, but be careful – Capitol Confidential

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced today that Canada goose hunting seasons open during the first week of September. “New York is home to more than 200,000 resident Canada geese, and the September seasons are designed to allow recreational hunters the most opportunity allowed by Federal hunting season frameworks […]

Source: Major Cuomo donor got state OK for huge health rate hikes – Times Union

Source: West Nile found in Clinton County mosquitoes | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Anglers can look forward to four new annual Free Fishing Days in New York State. The new dates are: September 23, 2017 – National Hunting and Fishing Day November 11, 2017 – Veterans Day February 17-18, 2018 – weekend preceding Presidents Day June 23-24, 2018 – last full weekend in June The requirement for a […]

Source: Medical marijuana lotions, chewables proposed in N.Y. – Capitol Confidential

Source: NY’s new casino owners say competition is tough – Times Union

Source: New York state program offers up to $40 off heroin antidote – Times Union

Training in Safe Handling of Firearms and Hunting Required before Purchasing a Hunting License New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today reminded all new hunters and trappers planning to go afield this season must first complete a mandatory hunter, bowhunter, or trapper education course before obtaining the appropriate sporting license […]