The Peru Gazette

The building was totally destroyed as a result of the incident.

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Featuring Robbie and Michelle Timmons 

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Credit Union helped 100 of its members with $500 fuel grants

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Plattsburgh, NY – 02/06/2023: The North Country Chamber of Commerce, Clinton Community College, and Lincoln Electric are pleased to announce that registration is now open for a free welding training program.

The training will run for three weeks (Monday-Friday, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm each day) from April 24^th through May 12^th and includes 120 total hours of instruction. All classes will be in-person at Clinton Community College’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing.

This training is open to anyone looking to learn how to weld or improve their welding skills; previous experience is beneficial but not required.

Using a combination of classroom and hands-on (shop) training, this course will teach individuals the basics of Metal Inert Gas (MIG) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW). The following topics will be covered:

• Welding Safety and Symbolization
• Measurements for Fabrication
• Reading shop drawings/blueprints
• MIG Welding on carbon and stainless steel
• FCAW on carbon steel
• Welding inspection and equipment troubleshooting

Students will also be provided with personal protective equipment (PPE) at no additional cost. This includes a welding helmet, jacket, gloves, eye/face protection, hand tools, and a storage bag. PPE will become the students upon successful completion of the training.

**Students will be required to provide their own safe footwear (steel-toed safety shoes/boots are recommended).

Click here for more information or to register.  Have questions, contact Joel Wood at (518) 563-1000 or at joel@northcountrychamber.com.

Space is limited and registration does not guarantee a spot in the program. After registering, individuals will be contacted if they are selected to participate in the training. 

This training was made possible by funding support from the Northern Border Regional Commission and Workforce Development Institute and material/equipment loans/donations from Alstom.

The quake, which measured at 3.8 on the Richter Scale, was the largest magnitude earthquake in New York state since 2002.

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Officials said no injuries have been reported

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About 50 Vermont national guard soldiers were deployed to the Middle East and Southwest Asia Saturday.

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Roasted Beef
Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Vegetable
Bread
Dessert
Served take-out only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972
All are welcome!!!!!!!!!!!!

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...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM FRIDAY TO 1 PM
EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low
  as 30 to 45 below zero, except 40 to 55 below in portions of the
  eastern Adirondacks of New York and northeastern Vermont.

* WHERE...All of northern New York and Vermont.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Friday to 1 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The lowest wind chills will occur Friday 
  into early Saturday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Have a plan for extreme cold conditions. Prepare your car for
cold weather and ensure your home has sufficient heat. During the
event, cover exposed skin and wear multiple layers of loose-
fitting, light weight, and warm clothing.

Deadline for Public Comments is Feb. 27

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is seeking public input on a newly developed policy to guide how DEC evaluates and reviews work plans for projects in the Adirondack and Catskill Forest Preserve. The draft Commissioner Policy (PDF) is available for public comment until Feb. 27.

“DEC is seeking public input on how best to evaluate proposed projects in the Forest Preserve,” said DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos. “The Adirondacks and Catskills are much-loved destinations for recreation and experience significant visitor use in some areas. DEC’s goal is to protect these natural resources, provide outdoor recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike, and ensure the Forest Preserve continues to be an asset to future generations. This new policy will serve as a guide for newly proposed projects and the evaluation of their site-specific impacts to the environment and character of the Forest Preserve.” Read more »

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Senator Stec News Release

            As Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) looks through the particulars of Governor Hochul’s 2023-24 Executive Budget proposal, he’s pleased to see the plan finally addresses several parts of the negative impact last year’s gun control laws had on gun owners and visitors to the Adirondack Park. In the Public Protection and General Government Article VII Bill, state lands in the Adirondack and Catskill Parks, athletic competitions and historic re-enactments would all be exempted from the controversial gun control measures.

            Despite numerous statements from the governor’s office and Democrat leaders last year that Adirondack Park gun owners, visiting athletes and historic re-enactors were already exempted from the law, Stec and several other Second Amendment stakeholders pointed out the law clearly stated otherwise. To address the issue, Stec sponsored legislation exempting the Adirondack Park and in several different venues pointed out the inconsistencies between written law and verbal statements issued by those decrying the concerns of gun owners. He sees the governor including these provisions in her budget proposal as welcome news for our region. Read more »