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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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The 2022 Applefest is history

Editor’s Note  – Music static issues resulted in having to insert new music at 8:24 p.m. on September 20, 2022.
Peru – Thanks to the many people who attended, community support, the wonderful weather, and the many volunteers, the 2022 Applefest was a success. Approximately 125 volunteers contribute time and talents to make it happen.
The best part of the Applefest is to hear the cheerful greetings between people, especially when they haven’t seen each other for a long time. The Applefest is a time for reunions and enjoying time together.
These photos, accompanied by music, include some volunteers and people who attended the 2022 St. Augustine’s Applefest.
Click here to view a 4-minute, 41-second YouTube video with music. 

Plattsburgh mayor says it’s ‘too little, too late’ to save the Crete

Click here for the NBC 5 report

2022 Service Academy Night for High School Students and Parents

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced an upcoming virtual workshop for high school students interested in applying to a U.S. Military Service Academy.

“This free workshop is an important resource for students in my district who are considering the extensive opportunities available through our nation’s prestigious military academies,” Stefanik said. “The North Country and Upstate New York have a proud tradition of service, and attending one of our nation’s premier military academies is an incredible honor and distinction. I hope students in our district will take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about these institutions and a career in the U.S. military, and I look forward to hearing from our district’s prospective nominees.”

The event, also hosted by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-22), and Congressman John Katko (NY-24), is open to any high school student in New York’s 21st District interested in learning more about the United States Service Academies and the congressional nomination process.

Service Academy Night Details:

Date: Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Time: 6:00 PM

Location: Virtual, RSVP required

RSVP by clicking the link here.

Click here for information on obtaining a Service Academy Nomination through Congresswoman Stefanik’s office.

Burlington City Council Green-Lights Four Cannabis Businesses

Click here for the SEVEN DAYS story 

$45 million expansion project at Malone dairy farm has eco-friendly features

Click here for The Malone Telegram story 

DEC announces annual Arbor Day poster contest

Poster will be used to promote the value of trees in our environment and in ourselves

Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Office of Cannabis Management to host Plattsburgh workshop

Thursday, Sept. 22, informational workshop for potential retail applicants

Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Babbie Museum wins BEST IN SHOW AWARD

Congratulations to the Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum for winning the BEST IN SHOW AWARD in the 2022 Applefest Parade.

2022 St Augustine’s 44th Annual Applefest Parade put to music

Photos by Jim Falvo supplemented with a few taken from the east side of Main Street by John Ryan

CVPH blood drive today beginning at 3 p.m.

Good Morning!
This is a friendly reminder that there will be a blood drive today, Monday, September 19, 2022, held at the St. Augustine Parish Center between the hours of 3 pm – 6:30 pm. Come save lives & enjoy some snacks!
​*** ID required ***
 
​If you cannot make the drive but would like to donate, our office is located at 85 Plaza Boulevard in Plattsburgh. We are open Monday – Friday 8 am – 4 pm. Please feel free to stop in!
We hope to see you soon!

Cassey St.Germaine​

Phlebotomist II

85 Plaza Boulevard

Plattsburgh, NY 12901

(518) 562 – 7406

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, September 21, 2022.

Ham
Roasted Potatoes
Vegetable
Bread
Dessert
Served take-out only from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at t. Augustine’s Parish Center, 303o Main st., Peru, NY.
All are welcome at our table!

It’s official: Magical ice castles are coming back to the Adirondacks this winter

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Bystanders talked with, held onto woman on edge of I-81 overpass, firefighters say

Click here to view the Syracuse.com story

Comptroller’s Audit finds Dept. of Corrections and Community Supervision lacking transportation controls

“The Department has not established adequate controls to effectively monitor and ensure accountability over transportation expenses. The Department performs limited to no central monitoring of payments made through the Contractor. Further, the Contractor data does not include sufficient detail the Department would need to adequately monitor vehicle repairs and maintenance costs. Also, the Department does not monitor in-house maintenance expenses but, rather, relies on each facility or office for accurate reporting.”

Click here for the NYS Comptroller’s report 

Elmore SPCA expenses spike with increasing shelter needs

Saturday, Sept. 17 ‘Street Drive’ looks to help offset costs

Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Stefanik Announces Grant to Combat Drug Abuse, Mental Health Crisis

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik today announced Behavioral Health Services North in Plattsburgh will receive $746,744 from the Department of Health and Human Services to invest in mental health and substance abuse services.

“These taxpayer dollars will return to our district to protect and care for the mental health of our communities,” Stefanik said. “I look forward to witnessing the impact of these funds on keeping our community members healthy and safe, especially as fentanyl overdoses are devastating too many families across our district. I will continue to work to increasing access to mental health and substance abuse services across our district.”

Bed Bath & Beyond to shutter Plattsburgh location

Click here for the NBC 5 News story 

Stefanik co-sponsors bill that would ban most abortions after 15 weeks

Click here for the NCPR story 

Polio recently reemerged in the US. Who should get a polio vaccine now?

Click here for the NBC 5 News story 

Social Security increase 2023: COLA will be biggest in decades, new estimate says

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Child poverty improves in Syracuse; it’s still among highest in US, census

Schenectady and Rochester also in the “Top 25”

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Festival celebrates, appreciates culture

AFRI aims to bring together people from different cultures, countries to bond, learn

Click here for the Sun Community News story 

PHOTO STORY: Trooper Brian S. Falb Memorial Bridges dedicated

Family and community applaud public tribute for local 9/11 first responder

Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Crete Center one step closer to demolition

Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Expand Public Servants’ Access to Student Loan Forgiveness

Click here to view the Governor’s statements