New report details the working conditions of New York’s solar workers
Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Business News, Environmental News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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A free community news service for Peru, NY
Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Business News, Environmental News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Peru, NY – Today, July 22, 2024, town employees, community members, friends, and firefighters from Clinton, Essex, and Franklin Counties lined Main Street as the Peru Fire Department escorted Greg Timmons’ remains to St. Augustine’s Church.
Greg’s obituary summarized why so many people respected him: “Son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, firefighter, chief, superintendent, commissioner, instructor, leader, mentor, friend, no matter his role, Greg was an inspiration to everyone he met. He had a significant impact on the Peru community, Clinton County, and the world at large.”
Greg Timmons passed away on July 15, 2024, at age 68. His journey of community service began at age 18 when he went to work for the Town of Peru, eventually rising to the position of Water and Sewer Superintendent, succeeding his father, Bob Timmons. In 2015, Greg retired after more than 40 years of dedicated service to our community. He served as a volunteer firefighter for over 50 years, holding leadership positions, including Chief, Department Commissioner, Fire Investigator, Clinton County Deputy Fire Coordinator (Car 5), and New York State Fire Instructor.
This morning, a Plattsburgh firefighter stated, “Greg had taught me every phase of firefighting. You name it, he taught it.” A former Peru firefighter said, “Greg gave back to his community at every level – town, county, and state.” Whenever there was a need, Greg Timmons did his best to respond.
The Peru Gazette photographed Greg’s final journey to St. Augustine’s Church for his funeral Mass. Following Mass, he was buried in St. Augustine’s Cemetery. Click here to read Greg Timmons’ obituary.
Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Fire Department News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Statewide News.
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The Peru CSD Board of Education will hold a brief, special meeting in the High School Community Room on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 8:00 AM. The sole purpose of this meeting is to approve a bid award. At this time, no other district business is anticipated.
The agenda will be available on the District’s website (perucsd.org).
The meeting is open to the public and current District, County, State and Federal safety procedures and protocols will be followed.
Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Education News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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The County of Clinton remains steadfast in its support of fostering economic development for the residents of the entire County. That is why the Clinton County Legislature, in conjunction with the State University of New York (SUNY) appointed the North Country Chamber of Commerce CEO/President, Garry Douglas, to convene the Institute of Advanced Manufacturing (IAM) Task Force. The goal of this task force was to ensure the vitality and longevity of the IAM in the Clinton Community College (CCC) relocation proposal. After just a few meetings, the Task Force put forth a set of recommendations that they believe will safeguard the origin of the IAM mission.
“The IAM Task Force was comprised of community stakeholders who set out to preserve and enhance the IAM,” said Clinton County Legislature Chairman Mark Henry. “The Task Force recommends that Clinton County negotiate a long-term lease with Clinton-Essex-Warren-Washington BOCES/CVES. BOCES/CVES would utilize the space and provide the programming and workforce training the institute has always been designed for. The Clinton County Legislature welcomes this recommendation and looks forward to working with BOCES/CVES to fine-tune the details to deploy an action plan to get students in the classrooms as quickly as feasible. Overall, the Legislature remains committed to maintaining the integrity of the IAM, and we thank the Task Force for its efforts in finding a resolution.”
“Champlain Valley Educational Services is committed to supporting the growing educational needs of our region,” said CVES District Superintendent Dr. Mark Davey. “Through this new partnership, we look forward to building on our successful track record of CV-TEC offering students excellent opportunities, resources, and training and providing North Country employers with new and talented candidates who strengthen our region’s workforce. We look forward to finalizing this agreement with the County and moving forward with the Task Force’s recommendation. ”
The IAM Task Force was convened in February 2024, shortly after the announcement of the CCC relocation proposal. It comprised elected officials, state and county officials, and business community leaders. The North Country Chamber of Commerce submitted its final recommendations to the Clinton County Legislature, indicating that the task force has now completed its mission.
“This is a completely positive outcome for all concerned, including Clinton Community College, CVES and especially our region’s manufacturers and all who can benefit from the training made possible by the IAM,” says Garry Douglas, President of the North Country Chamber. “CVES’ CV-TEC division has the experience and commitment to take the IAM to a top level of training activity that will support and attract quality jobs and help many of our residents enhance their skills and careers. The timing is perfect as CVES finalizes plans for its new facilities at the Clinton County Business Innovation Gateway (CBIG), allowing coordination of the two sites. We thank all of the Task Force members for helping to identify the right path forward quickly, and we thank Clinton County, CVES, and Clinton Community College for their positive teamwork. Onward and upward!”
The Clinton County Legislature has reviewed the recommendation and will work with BOCES/CVES to finalize a lease agreement that allows them to continue the IAM’s workforce development training mission.
Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, County Government News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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During the Peru Town Market at 1 PM on July 28th, artist Greg Badger and town councilman Mel Irwin will install the final three paintings to complete the Visual Legacy Project at Heyworth Mason Park in Peru, NY.Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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Gather your crew, pack your sunscreen, and head over to Plattsburgh City Beach to witness the wildest rides and the fiercest competition on the water. Watch in awe as jet skiers soar across Lake Champlain, defying gravity and pushing their limits.Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, City News, Community Events, Northern NY News, Recreation opportunities.
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Plattsburgh, NY — Clinton Community College has added a new banner to its collection, commemorating the men’s basketball team’s impressive achievement in the NJCAA Division III Region 3 Final Four 2024.Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Education News.
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All are free of charge except Valcour Island Transportation.
August 4 – Sunday on the Island. Visit the Bluff Point Lighthouse and explore the trails on Valcour Island. Transportation to the Island begins at 9:20. $30 per person. Call 518-561-0340 to reserve your spot.
August 10 – 9:30 am. Walking tour of Riverside Cemetery. Visit the graves of Plattsburgh pioneers and notables with narrations by Anne Bailey, Helen Nerska, Kit Booth and Jackie Madison. Call 518-561-0340 for information.
August 11 – 1 – 3 pm. Visit the Bluff Point Lighthouse on Valcour Island. Three floors of exhibits. Your own transportation is required.
August 16 –12:30 pm, Plattsburgh Senior Center, 5139 North Catherine Street, Plattsburg. The Catholic Summer School of America with Robin Labarge. Hear the story and see photos of the school, which dominated the landscape of Cliff Haven from 1893 to 1950 and attracted thousands of summer visitors to the Plattsburgh area.
August 18 – 1 – 3 pm. Visit the Bluff Point Lighthouse on Valcour Island. Three floors of exhibits. Your own transportation is required.
August 20 – 6:45 pm, Lake Forest Retirement Community, 8 Lake Forest Drive, Plattsburgh. The History of Railroads in Clinton County – Part 1. Inspired by CCHA photo albums of early area trains and the recently acquired collection of rail enthusiast Lawrence Duffina, Transportation Historian Dick Soper will share the history of rail development, which opened up Clinton County to new markets and eventually to new tourism and a past we now take for granted. This is the 1st of a multi-part series which will span the period from 1833 to present and include photographs, newspaper articles, and information from our large collection of railroad books recently added to our research library.
August 22 – 6:30, Clinton County Historical Association, 98 Ohio Avenue, Plattsburgh. The Catholic Summer School of America with Robin Labarge. Hear the story and see photos of the school which dominated the landscape of Cliff Haven from 1893 to 1950 and attracted thousands of summer visitors to the Plattsburgh area.
August 25 –1 – 3 pm. Visit the Bluff Point Lighthouse on Valcour Island. Three floors of exhibits. Your own transportation is required.
August 26 – 1:00 to 2:30 pm, Kent-Delord House Museum, Women’s Equality Day celebrated in collaboration with the League of Women Voters of the North Country, the Clinton County Historical Association, the Kent-Delord House Museum, the Plattsburgh Business and Professional Women, and the Saranac Chapter NSDAR. Learn more about the New York Equal Rights Amendment (NY ERA), a ballot proposal to amend the New York State Constitution. Adding to existing protections against discrimination based on race and religion, this amendment to the New York State Constitution would explicitly protect discrimination based on a person’s ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, and sex—including their sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in addition to pregnancy and pregnancy outcomes. New Yorkers will have the opportunity to vote for or against this Amendment on November 5th.
September 1 – 1-3 pm. The last day this summer was to visit the Bluff Point Lighthouse on Valcour Island. Three floors of exhibits. Your own transportation is required.
Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Business News, Law Enforcement News, National News, Northern NY News.
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Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Fire erupted in this forklift loader causing the fire
Sunday, July 21, 2024, Beekmantown – Several area fire departments battled a blaze today at Adirondack Farms, 52 Pardy Road farm. Reported at 11:30 a.m., the fire broke out in the farm’s manure separation building when a bucket-forklift loader caught fire, and the blaze quickly spread to the rafters. At 3 p.m., when the Peru Gazette arrived, firefighters were still attempting to extinguish flames at the roof’s peak. At about 3:20 p.m., they descended the ladder after extinguishing the fire.
In October 2020, a fire destroyed two barns and killed 400 cows at this farm (the former Bubbins Farm) just off Moffitt Road. Jon Rulfs said, “This fire was insignificant compared to that fire. No one was injured, and operations will not be interrupted.” Along with manure, the building housed electrical and water-handling equipment. Rulfs said, “We’ll deal with that tomorrow.”
The West Chazy, South Plattsburgh, Plattsburgh District 3, and Beekmantown Departments fought the blaze.
Posted: July 21st, 2024 under Agricultural News, Business News, Fire Department News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments.
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Lasagna
Vegetable
Bread
Dessert
Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972
All are invited and welcome!
Posted: July 21st, 2024 under Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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July 20, 2024—Keeseville’s Stone Mill was a beautiful setting for today’s Plen Art Show and Sale. Thirty-three artists traveled from near and far to create artwork in the beautiful Keeseville area. Students from the nearby Meadowmount School of Music performed as people viewed the artwork.
More photos are on Peru Gazette’s Facebook page.
Posted: July 20th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Posted: July 20th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News, Regional NY-VT News.
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Tesla Stock Photo
Peru, NY – July 19, 2024—If all goes as planned, eight electric vehicle Superchargers will operate 24 hours daily at Stewart’s Main St Shop sometime this fall. The Zoning Board of Appeals approved Tesla Corp.’s setback variance application on July 17, 2024. Tesla has partnered with Stewart’s at several shops, and several more installations are planned. The chargers in Peru will accommodate both Tesla and non-Tesla electric vehicles. Charging times should range between fifteen and thirty minutes.
There will be 1,600 feet of new paved surface. Downcast, shielded lights on 16-foot-high poles will illuminate the charging area. Tesla will landscape and plant two trees behind the chargers to minimize impact on adjacent property owners. If Stewart’s -Tesla relationship ceases for any reason, Tesla representative Scott Austin said Tesla would remove the chargers and light poles, and the Zoning Board of Appeals also set a condition whereby the property owner appears before the Planning Board to discuss any remaining issues.
Posted: July 19th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Code Enforcement, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Zoning Board News.
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Posted: July 19th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, State Legislator News, Upstate New York.
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Thursday morning at Ausable Point, the Peru Gazette encountered two artists participating in the July 19 and 20 Keeseville Community Arts Festival. Catherine LaPointe-Vollmer from Potsdam and Patrick McPhee from Binghamton. They are just two of dozens of talented artists whose works will be on display and for sale.Posted: July 19th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, General News, Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News, Upstate New York.
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Posted: July 18th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, Northern NY News.
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Posted: July 18th, 2024 under Agricultural News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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By John T. Ryan
The announcement that the board plans to appoint Craig Randall as interim town supervisor wasn’t the only news at the Peru Town Board’s Thursday, July 11 meeting.
Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell reported bad and good news about the closed Telegraph Road bridge. NYS formally emailed him that the project did not qualify for a Bridge NY grant. Since grant funding isn’t pending, Farrell hopes construction can begin about March 2025 rather than in 2026 and be completed by September 2025. He emphasized that his hope depends on approvals by NYS DEC and the U.S. Army Corp. of Engineers. Farrell said he filed construction permit applications with the two agencies on Monday, July 9.
Two years from now, the town will have to replace an even larger bridge on Westcott Road. Farrell notified town engineers Engineering Ventures to begin planning that $1 million+ project. Farrell doesn’t expect Bridge NY funding.
Bruce Drive resident Karyn Langlais presented photos of badly deteriorated road shoulders and pavement issues on Bruce Drive and Telegraph Road. She asked Michael Farrell how he determines his road paving schedule. Farrell said he evaluates road conditions and his available funds. This year, he plans to complete paving John Boswell Road, Davern Road between Union Road and Route 22, and, if there’s money, Rock Road and Alexander Road. He’s already paved Knob Hill Road and Locust Drive. Farrell said he plans to pave Telegraph Road after the bridge is reopened.
A four-way stop should be erected at Sullivan Road and Fuller Road intersection in the next 30 days. Telegraph Road’s partial closure has increased traffic on Fuller Road.
The town will be buying something other than a 2025 Freightliner plow truck. Over the past 18 months, parts shortages have upped the delivery date to sometime in 2025. NYS mandated that beginning January 1, 2025, Mike Farrell expects the state will be rescending the electric mandate, but not until sometime in 2025. Users have discovered that cold weather severely impacts electric snow plow hydraulics, making their use unfeasible. The seller can deliver a 2025 Western Star 47X truck by December 2024; therefore, the board authorized its purchase at $351,946, $13,000 more than the Freightliner would have cost.
Longtime planning board member Mark Robinson asked to step down, but he will continue serving as an alternate member. Jerry McGovern will move from alternate to regular member.
The box culvert structure recently installed on Cook Road cost the town $129,000. The board authorized the transfer of $176,319 to that account to pay that bill and other costs. Installation of the box culvert by Ed Garrow & Sons cost the town $142,936.
The Peru Gazette thanks Bill Baggs for starting and stopping the video camera for this meeting.
Posted: July 18th, 2024 under General News, Highway Dept. News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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July 17, 2024—Rick Curry beat the heat and humidity early this morning. At 6:50 AM, he was up a ladder painting the Lakeshore Pediatric Dental building on Main Street. Rick’s company, A-Blake Enterprises, is renovating the building.
Posted: July 17th, 2024 under Business News, Faces of Peru, Northern NY News, Peru News, Weather News/History.
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July 17, 2024 – Bonnie Mahnk didn’t let today’s high humidity deter her from her painting task. At 6:45 AM, she had already painted the front porch and was beginning to paint the mailbox post. WAY TO GO BONNIE!
Posted: July 17th, 2024 under Faces of Peru, General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Weather News/History.
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Posted: July 17th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Northern NY News, Regional NY-VT News, Weather News/History.
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Posted: July 17th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Business News, Faces of Peru, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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