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The editor is John Ryan at email: perugazette@gmail.com. The Peru Gazette is a free community, education and information website. It is non-commercial and does not accept paid advertising.

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CVPH Blood Drive in Peru this Monday

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Brive, Monday, November 28th from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru. 

All blood collected is utilized in our local trl-county region.  Your neighbors appreciate your support. 

The blood drive is being coordinated by St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273. 

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Shepherd’s Pie
Bread
Dessert
Served take-out only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY
All are welcome!

Kiwanis Breakfast Club Plattsburgh announces return of DozerFest

If interested in participating in the event as a sponsor, vendor, or volunteer, please reach out to Connie Mandeville, President of the Kiwanis Breakfast Club at kiwanisbreakfastclubplattsburgh@gmail.com or through their Facebook Page.
In honor of World Kiwanis Week, the Kiwanis Breakfast Club Plattsburgh is proud to announce the return of their annual event, Dozerfest, again this year after a three-year hiatus. Kids and families are invited for a great day of fun filled with bulldozers, heavy machinery, and much more at Airborne Speedway on Saturday, June 3rd rain or shine. Community groups will also participate in the event. Admission will be $5 per person.
This is a very popular event that has welcomed hundreds of guests in years past and is the major fundraiser for the Plattsburgh Kiwanis Breakfast Club. The Club has proudly supported important community initiatives such as the JCEO Backpack Program, Journey Into Reading, the Clinton Essex Franklin Library System, the Ted K. Center, The Foundation of CVPH, and so many more because of the money raised at this event. DozerFest has raised over $20,000 for the North Country community in previous years. The Club is partnering with Upstone Materials again this year and hopes to make this event bigger than ever.
If interested in participating in the event as a sponsor, vendor, or volunteer, please reach out to Connie Mandeville, President of the Kiwanis Breakfast Club at kiwanisbreakfastclubplattsburgh@gmail.com or through their Facebook Page. The Club is also looking for community organizations interested in applying for Dozerfest grant funding- if interested, please reach out at the above-listed information.
The Kiwanis Breakfast Club Plattsburgh is a 501c3 organization dedicated to the mission of improving the lives of children in the North Country community. Each year, they perform a wide variety of service projects to give back to the community, including an annual scholarship to graduating seniors.

Spring-Like Weather Confuses Birds, 2023 Duck Count Results

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North Country Community College announces new programs for 2023

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Vesco Wine Vineyards closing

West Chazy – It is with a great deal of mixed emotions that we announce the closing of Vesco Ridge Vineyards on October 14th, 2023.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for the support and friendship you have provided us on this incredible journey over the last 13 years.
There are not enough words or emotions to express how thankful and grateful we are to have the best clientele.
We are currently accepting private party bookings for 2023. Please give us a call if you are interested in scheduling. Our website calendar is being updated daily with music and events for the year.
We look forward to making this last year our best!
Much love,
Nancy & Dan Vesco

University of Vermont Medical Center support staff to unionize after vote

The employees overwhelmingly voted “Yes” in the poll, with a final tally of 997 to 163 for support staff and 123 to 18 for technical staff.

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2023 Chamber Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Businessperson of the Year and Trailblazer, along with the 2022 Chairperson, were all honored.

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COURAGEOUS CALI

Event to benefit local toddler fighting Powassan virus infection

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Plattsburgh woman sentenced 45 years to life

Nicole Cayea to serve decades behind bars for Crisie Luebbers’ murder

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Virtual Public Information Meetings For John Brown Farm State Historic Site UMP, Feb. 8 and 9

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Peru Nighthawks at Lake Forest

Judge lectures lawmakers on prison security

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Tupper Lake man arrested after 6-hour standoff at Stewart’s

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City of Plattsburgh unveils 2023 event lineup

Includes Bike Block Party, Parks Come Alive, Downtown Trick or Treat and more

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In crisis mode, organic dairy farmers ask lawmakers for $9 million in emergency relief

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Pendragon Theatre Kicks Off the New Year with 3 Wins, Country-Hit Musical

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Ticonderoga dreams big for downtown improvements

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An earmark for the Ausable River

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Lighter wintry mix this morning as mountain snow continues Thursday

Over a foot possible at some mountain summits by Friday morning

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NY cannabis regulators dinged by state agency for lack of transparency

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VT. sheriff gave himself and staff bonuses totaling $400,000 before stepping down

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Legal cannabis dispensary coming to Plattsburgh

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Peru Drama Club to present Beauty and the Beast on March 9,10, & 11

PERU, NY – Peru Drama Club will present one of Disney’s most beloved musicals, Beauty and the Beast, on March 9, 10, and 11th. The curtain will rise to reveal a cast of 40 grade 6-12 students with a full pit orchestra featuring students and professionals. 

Step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, an international sensation produced in 37 countries worldwide. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the beautiful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The original Broadway production ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical. 

The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end, and he will be transformed into his former self. However, time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. 

This “tale as old as time” offers an excellent opportunity to celebrate and come together for family theatre at its best! 

The show runs March 9 & 10 @7:30pm; March 11 @ 2pm & 7:30pm 

Admission is $10 in advance and $12 at the door; http://perudrama.booktix.com 

Tickets will be available on February 3 to the public. 

For more information: 518-551-0811 or perudramaclub@gmail.com 

Peru Drama Club was re-formed in 2011 to serve Peru Central School District’s students. The club is committed to providing performing experiences for students through musicals, dramas, talent shows, and coffeehouses. They also provide opportunities to attend professional and community performances, participate in workshops on various theatre topics, and even take trips to New York City for classes and shows. 

UPDATE: All-hands fire in Saranac Lake brought assist from 13 fire companies

Massive blaze at Consolidated Electric Distributors-Twin Electric Supply, Aubuchon saved

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