The Peru Gazette

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U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., and U.S. Rep. Peter Welch, D-Vt., issued a joint statement to VTDigger Friday afternoon, urging immediate action to mitigate the spread of the species. 

“The round goby is a clear and present threat to Lake Champlain’s fisheries and ecosystem. Not only is it a voracious predator, but the round goby also carries botulism, which can spread easily to the area’s water birds,” the statement said. 

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Source: Longtime Rec Director honored with park dedication | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | After 32 years with the Town of Plattsburgh, longtime Parks and Rec Director Melanie Defayette was recently honored for her service and surprised by the official gesture

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Source: N.Y. highlights available programs to help with energy costs  | Sun Community News ALBANY | Gov. Kathy Hochul is reminding New Yorkers of programs and options available to address rising energy supply costs. 

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The Strand Center for the Arts is excited to host its Artisan Markets again! To kick off the season our Spring Artisan Market will be held inside the Arts Center at 23 Brinkerhoff St. in Plattsburgh. The gallery on the 1^st floor and the classrooms on the 2^nd floor will be overflowing with talented Artisans of the region. Don’t forget to grab a vendor map on your way in. The Market will open on Saturday, March 19th from 10:00 am to 3:00 p.m. Facemasks are encouraged but not required to attend.

Concerning the Market, Market Manager Nancy Armitage stated, “We are so happy to be bringing these market opportunities back this year. After a little winter break, we are ready to start them up and kick off with good spring vibes. Don’t forget to grab a vendor map on your way inside the Art Center!”

Vendor list for the Spring Artisan Market include:

Treats by Meesh, Workbench Collective, The Cook Farm, Judy Corigliano, Patricia Downs, Blackbird Moon Creations,Nerdiest Fungi, Designs by Renée, Heywood Maple, Red Oak Food Company, Kismet made by Karri, Artistic Visions, Marilyn Kretser, Bob Lange, Epic-dermis, Bit Sized Builds, Ye Olde Phat Dragon, Lorrie Mandigo/Art Studio & Gallery, Solitude Soapworks, Mashtiller Arts, SEW Surprised ADK, Earth Wear, Motley Artist, & Jordace’s Crochet Creations

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The Peru Central School District Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for potential candidates.  The District Hall of Fame is designed to recognize individuals who have made a significant impact on our school or achieved an outstanding contribution(s) to society as a graduate of Peru CSD. The candidate must have attended, been employed, served or contributed to Peru CSD in some capacity and must have been retired for at least five (5) years.

The following criteria will be used when considering an individual to the Hall of Fame – outstanding contributions to Peru CSD, outstanding contribution to society, outstanding career, participation and/or leadership in community activities, and a significant impact on an individual’s life while associated with Peru.

Deadline for applications will be March 18, 2022.  Applications are available at the High School Office or the District’s website at https://www.perucsd.org/peru-csd-hall-of-fame/.