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ADK, The Nature Conservancy improve access at Silver Lake Bog Preserve

Click here for the Adirondack Almanack story

Posted: July 26th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Recreation opportunities, Things to do in & near Peru.
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“Clinton County’s Civil War Soldiers” Tuesday, August 9th, 6:30 pm

The Clinton County Historical Association Announces

“Clinton County’s Civil War Soldiers”

Tuesday, August 9^th, 6:30 pm

Lake Forest Senior Living Community, 8 Lake Forest Drive, Plattsburgh

Back by popular demand, Julie Dowd will present stories and pictures of our County’s Civil War veterans. Many Clinton County residents are descended from the over 5,000 men who enlisted here for the Civil War. Her presentation will show how you can use free online resources to find your own Civil War ancestors.

For the last four years, Julie has been adding vignettes of Civil War veterans daily to the Clinton County Historical Association’s Facebook page – Clinton County, NY, Civil War Record – 1861 to 1865. Learn more about our soldiers who mustered at the Plattsburgh Barracks and other places and how they participated in all theatres of the War of the Rebellion.

The event is free and open to the public.

Posted: July 26th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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“Sunday on Valcour Island” Transportation every 20 minutes

The Clinton County Historical Association Announces:

“Sunday on Valcour Island” featuring Tours of the Historic Bluff Point Lighthouse, Sunday, August 21, 2022.

Transportation leaving every 20 minutes from 9:20 am to 1:20 pm Peru Dock, 3930 State Route 9, Plattsburgh, $30 per person

The public is invited to join the Clinton County Historical Association (CCHA) on Sunday, August 21, 2022, at the Peru Dock for the opportunity to visit the historic Bluff Point Lighthouse on Valcour Island. Round trip transportation will be provided for $30 per person. The fee will include a trail guide and George Clifford’s book on Lake Champlain Lighthouses. Special lighthouse T-Shirts and ornaments will also be on sale that day. The boat, which holds 4-5 people per trip, will begin shuttling at 9:20 am, with trips to the island every 20 minutes. The Lighthouse will close at 2:45 pm and all visitors to the Island must return by 3 pm. In the event of wind or thunderstorms, the tour will be canceled, and refunds will be offered.

Pre-Registration, payment and scheduling departure times must be done in advance to guarantee a spot on the boat. Once on the island, a Docent will be available for tours of the Lighthouse. Participants must be aware that the trip requires the physical ability to debark and board from the Island’s natural landing, walk on uneven surfaces over rough terrain and climb stairs. The Island is also famous for poison ivy and poison parsnip plants. An adult must accompany anyone under the age of 12 and those under 16 must bring and wear their life jackets. Individuals may bring a picnic lunch to enjoy while on the island and must carry out what they carry in.

Visitors to the Lighthouse will view displays depicting the history of Lake Champlain Lighthouses, Lake Champlain’s Military History, the 20^th Century Camps on Valcour Island and the Life of a Lighthouse Keeper. Visitors may climb to the Lantern Room to see the functioning light and the outstanding view it offers.

For more information and to register your spot, please call the Clinton County Historical Association at (518) 561-0340. Information about the Lighthouse can be found on Facebook or the Museum’s website.

Editors Note – This was originally scheduled for August 7 but had to be rescheduled to August 21.

Posted: July 26th, 2022 under General News.
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Peru’s Kathryn Bowman selected as a High School All-American

Kathryn Bowman from Peru, NY., was selected as a 2021-2022 Dexter High School All-American. This was the second year she was selected to the team, and she is the only two-time selectee on this year’s team. Kathryn was also selected as the team captain for the girl’s team. She will attend the University of Nebraska in the fall and is on the NCAA Division 1 Huskers Bowling Team. This link is to the current Husker team roster: https://huskers.com/sports/womens-bowling/roster

This is the link to the Dexter High School All-American Team selection: https://bowl.com/news/2021-2022-dexter-high-school-all-american-team-announced

Kathryn was the Valedictorian for the Peru High School Graduating class of 2022.

Kathryn Bowman bowling as a Peru Nighthawk.

Posted: July 26th, 2022 under Education News, Faces of Peru, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History, Sports News.
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Knelly Elected President of Rotary Club of Plattsburgh

Officers Assumed Duties July 1

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. – Ken Knelly has been elected president of the Rotary Club of Plattsburgh for the 2022-23 year.

Knelly, who serves as chief of staff in the Office of the President at SUNY Plattsburgh, was previously vice president of the service club organization. He succeeded Nicole Laurin, chief executive officer at JCEO, on July 1.

“I’m proud to lead this club for the next year, following in the footsteps of others who have led this club so well,” Knelly said. “We practice service above self and are an integral part of our community. I hope to build on our past successes and revive and start traditions as well.”

Following the Rotary International theme of “Imagine Rotary,” Knelly has keyed his leadership year on fun activities, a focus on the continued strength of the club, and strategically looking toward the future. The club’s signature community events include the Plattsburgh Rotary Fishing Tournament the first weekend each June.

Several others assumed duties as officers of the club effective July 1: