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Gov. Cuomo says he will not ban trick-or-treating in New York despite coronavirus pandemic

Source: Gov. Cuomo says he will not ban trick-or-treating in New York despite coronavirus pandemic

A soccer message from the Peru Youth Commission

We will be shortly posting guidelines for players, coaches and spectators to follow as we progress with our soccer season. With the obvious guideline of social distancing and wearing face masks, the youth commission has decided NOT to play Mini-Mite soccer this fall. This was not an easy decision to make but the safety of […]

Paver busted, youth soccer being considered, vandalism in hamlet and more

By John T. Ryan The Peru Town Board agenda is typically routine, but the meeting almost always involves essential decisions and discussions. Oftentimes, the most important items come to light under “Other business.” At its Monday, August 24th regular meeting Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell reported that his paver is non-operational because replacement parts are not […]

A Message on Peru Youth Programs from Youth Director John Flynn

Peru Sports and Youth Program Hello Town Residents I would like to give everyone an update on our youth programs. First I would like to thank Linda and Mary Mccaulffe for teaching our tennis program for 2 weeks. We had 36 youth signed up and it was well-received by everyone. We are continuing to run […]

Six Little League umpires quarantined due to Altona party | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Six Little League umpires quarantined due to Altona party | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Rising coronavirus cases among young people worry Onondaga County officials – syracuse.com

Source: Rising coronavirus cases among young people worry Onondaga County officials – syracuse.com

News from Assemblyman Billy Jones

Clinton County DMV Updates The Clinton County DMV opened their doors yesterday, July 6, and understandably the line to get inside has been longer than expected. Please remember that all licenses and learners permits that expired on March 1, 2020, or later will be extended until further notice so you do not need to visit […]

A Change in Plans From Peru Sports and Youth Program

Peru Sports and Youth Program 1 hr · We received an email earlier today from the Clinton County Youth Bureau canceling the baseball/softball season that was supposed to start on July 6th. A number of Towns dropped out at the last minute. We would like to try to have some kind of an in-house league/practice […]

Cuomo OKs youth sports beginning July 6 for regions in Phase 3 | NCPR News

Source: Cuomo OKs youth sports beginning July 6 for regions in Phase 3 | NCPR News

A message from the Peru Sports and Youth Program

The youth commission has not given up on organized sports programs for this year. Once the health department gives us clearance and direction, we will absolutely start our programs. This post is pertaining to groups of UNAUTHORIZED people trying to use our fields for practices, games or any other kind of group activity. Our fields […]

Sports Update From Peru Youth Director John Flynn

After receiving sad news from the County about postponing the season I have already started to come up with a plan just in case our Governor allows us to do something in June or July. If Town Board approval is given, we can do an in house league or have good old fashioned “pick up […]

Message from the Town of Peru Youth Commission

As winter starts to wind down our minds turn to spring sports. The PYC is already planning this years Baseball, Softball and Tball season. As in the past, registration for all town sport programs will be on line at https://townofperu.recdesk.com/Community/Home. Registration will open on April 1st. Please do not register prior to April 1st. We […]

Boy Scouts of America files for bankruptcy after sex abuse lawsuits | Fox News

Source: Boy Scouts of America files for bankruptcy after sex abuse lawsuits | Fox News

Making the Fest of it: Winterfest will go on despite delay, organizers say 

Source: Making the Fest of it: Winterfest will go on despite delay, organizers say | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Peru Youth Commission: “It’s that time of the year again. The snow is coming and Whiteface is calling.”

Anyone from Peru NY interested in joining this years ski and board club is welcome to join. All the details are attached. We will have a registration day on Tuesday November 19th from 7pm to 8pm at Town Hall. All forms, payment and a photographer are due at this time. If you need additional information, […]

Zander’s legacy: Teen’s mom speaks out about suicide 

Source: Zander’s legacy: Teen’s mom speaks out about suicide | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Youth Commission Roles Under Consideration

The Town of Peru Town Board will be holding a workshop on Wednesday April 17, 2019 at 1:00 PM at the Peru Town Hall.  Discussion item will be the Town of Peru’s Youth Commission roles, responsibilities and job descriptions. Thank you Dianne Miller Town Clerk

Summer & Fall Peru Youth Activity Registration

Peru Youth Activities Registration The Town of Peru Youth Commission will be holding registration for all Summer and Fall Activities beginning on Monday March 25th and staying live until Saturday, April 30th. Please go to townofperu.recdesk.com to register. You must create an account to register. Any questions please call John Flynn Youth Director at 518-593-0935 […]

Peter Daly Named to Fall 2018 Dean’s List at SUNY Oneonta

ONEONTA, NY (01/16/2019)– Peter Daly of Peru, NY, was among 1,584 SUNY Oneonta students who earned Dean’s List honors for the fall 2018 semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must earn a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher while carrying a course load of 12 hours or more. Located in the Leatherstocking […]

An Opportunity to Help a Great Organization

NAC Future Farmers of America craft/vendor show on Saturday, November 10th from 9-3 at Northern Adirondack Central. There will also be a pancake breakfast from 9-11 in the hgh school cafeteria, 5572 Route 11, Ellenburg.

ON THE SCENE: Do you believe in Santa Claus? – LakePlacidNews.com | News and information on the Lake Placid and Essex County region of New York – Lake Placid News

Source: ON THE SCENE: Do you believe in Santa Claus? – LakePlacidNews.com | News and information on the Lake Placid and Essex County region of New York – Lake Placid News

Stefanik Announces 2018 Congressional App Challenge

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21), Co-Chair of the Congressional STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) Caucus, announced the 2018 NY-21 Congressional App Challenge. The Congressional App Challenge is open to all K-12 students in New York’s 21st Congressional District. “In my visits with STEAM […]

Youth Commission Summer Programs Underway

By John T. Ryan Peru – The Peru Youth Commission hosted the Clinton County Baseball/Softball Opening Weekend at Laphams Mills Park today. Rain forced the cancellation of last night’s games, but several games were rescheduled for today. Today also marks the official beginning of the Peru Youth Commission’s baseball/softball program for over 200 Peru boys […]

Rain Didn’t Dampen the Spirit

Peru, NY – In spite of rain showers there was a good turnout this morning for the inaugural Peru PTO Peru Pride 5k Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run at Heyworth/Mason Park. 142 runners/walkers signed up prior to this morning and more signed up today. All proceeds will benefit the Peru PTO playground replacement fund. “The […]