School funding proposals set stage for fight in legislature | NCPR News
Posted: January 16th, 2019 under State Government News.
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Cuomo unveils ambitious progressive agenda with one-party rule in Albany | NCPR News
Posted: January 16th, 2019 under State Government News.
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Clinton County eyes land bank slot
Being considered to deal with abandoned or so-called zombie homes Source: Clinton County eyes land bank slot – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: January 16th, 2019 under Northern NY News.
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DEC Now Accepting Applications for 100th Annual Pheasant Release
Day-Old Pheasant Chick Program Enhances Fall Hunting in New York State
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced that the application period for the cooperative Day-Old Pheasant Chick Program is now open. The Day-Old Pheasant Chick Program began in the early 1900s and was officially established in 1919, making 2019 the program’s 100th anniversary. Applications to the program are due by March 25.
“Pheasant hunting is a longstanding tradition in New York State,” Commissioner Seggos said. “DEC’s Day-Old Chick Program allows people to participate in raising and releasing pheasants to enhance our state’s fall hunting opportunities. In 2018, DEC distributed more than 30,000 day-old pheasant chicks to qualified applicants. Interested and eligible New Yorkers are encouraged to apply and help make the 100th anniversary another successful year for this program.”
The program is a partnership among DEC, hunters, 4-H youth groups, and landowners interested in rearing and releasing pheasants. In its early days, pheasant eggs and chicks were distributed solely to farmers and rural youth. Today, day-old chicks are available at no cost to any New Yorker that can provide a brooding facility, a covered outdoor rearing pen, and an adequate release site. Release sites must be open to public pheasant hunting opportunities and chicks cannot be released on private shooting preserves.
Approved applicants will receive the day-old chicks in April, May, or June, depending on egg-laying and hatching dates. Participants must provide daily care for the rapidly growing chicks, ensure the chicks have adequate feed and water, and monitor their health. The pheasants may be released beginning when they are eight weeks old and must be released no later than Dec. 1.
Individuals interested in these programs should contact the nearest DEC regional office (please refer to offices listed below) for applications and additional information. A “Pheasant Rearing Guide” and applications are also available on DEC’s website.
R5 – Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Hamilton, Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties:
1115 Route 86, PO Box 296
Ray Brook, NY 12977
(518) 897-1291
Posted: January 16th, 2019 under Environmental News, State Government News.
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4th Sunday Breakfast
Bacon, scrambled eggs, sausage gravy & biscuits, corned beef rash, pancakes or French toast with real maple syrup, juice and coffee for only $10.00
WHEN: January 27th, 2019 9 a.m. to Noon
WHERE: Peru Memorial VFW
710 Pleasant Street, Rt 22B
Peru, NY
Posted: January 16th, 2019 under Community Events, Peru News, Veterans' News.
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Stefanik Cosponsors The Military Surviving Spouses Equity Act
From the Office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) has cosponsored H.R. 553, the Military Surviving Spouses Equity Act. This is a bi-partisan bill that allows surviving spouses of military members to not forgo their Military Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) payments if they become eligible for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) payments when their spouse dies. Under current law, surviving spouses who are eligible for both payments must forfeit a dollar of their SBP annuity for every DIC dollar they receive. This offset can completely wipe out the monthly SBP annuity that the family already spent years paying for. This bill would repeal provisions that require the offset of payments.
“Our veterans and their families have already sacrificed so much,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “A surviving spouse of a military member should receive the best possible retiree benefits – they should not have to worry about their payments being erased due to an arbitrary law that requires them to forfeit the payments they so deserve. I am proud to continually stand with our military and their families and do everything in my power to make their lives easier. I am forever indebted to their ultimate sacrifice to our country.”
The Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) is in support of this bill. Congresswoman Stefanik was also a cosponsor of this bill in the 115th Congress.
Posted: January 16th, 2019 under Congressional News, Veterans' News.
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New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Announces 2020 Presidential Run : NPR
Posted: January 16th, 2019 under General News.
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Why Is the United Way Important to You
Letter to the Editor – January 14, 2019
I have the privilege of serving on the annual United Way campaign team. The team helps to spread the news about the great work that the United Way and its 40 partner agencies provide to our community each and every day. They touch the lives of 80,000 people right here in Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties. No matter how big or small the challenge might be the United Way is ready to take action. The stories of how they have helped individuals in their time of need are both heartwarming and memorable.
Please help to spread the story of the great work that our local United Way offers. Tell your colleagues, friends and neighbors that they are here to help. A simple call to 518-563-0028 will set you on the path to resolving whatever challenge you might be facing.
I urge you to consider donating to this year’s campaign. Every dollar counts! 100% OF YOUR DONATION DOLLARS STAY LOCAL! You can donate by calling the United Way, visiting their website at www.unitedwayadk.org or by simply stopping by the office located at 45 Tom Miller Rd. in Plattsburgh. With your contribution, you are helping to make better lives right here in your own community. Thank you in advance for sharing the United Way story and/or for participating in this year’s campaign. Together we make the North Country a better place by supporting and helping one another.
Lisa VanNatten
Plattsburgh
Posted: January 16th, 2019 under Community Events.
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Grandson indicted in Ginger Clark homicide | News | pressrepublican.com
Posted: January 15th, 2019 under Law Enforcement News.
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Schoharie County judge tries to end limo access dispute – Times Union
Posted: January 15th, 2019 under Law Enforcement News.
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With New Voting Laws, Democrats Flex Newfound Power in New York
Posted: January 15th, 2019 under State Government News.
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Troy Record closes only remaining office – Times Union
Posted: January 15th, 2019 under General News.
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Approved Minutes of Town Board’s December 31, 2018 Meeting
The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday December 31, 2018 at the Peru Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald, Supervisor-Excused; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. James Langley, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Richard Barber, Councilman and Mrs. Judy Akey, Deputy Town Clerk. Also present were Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent; Mr. Michael Farrell, Highway Superintendent; Ms. Pamela Barber, Confidential Secretary to the Board and Mr. Bob Guynup, Zoning Officer; .
The meeting was called to order at 12:30 PM by Mr. Douglass, with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of Estimate for Hydraulics Repair on Vac Truck
Motion by Mr. Langley seconded by Mr. Irwin to approve estimate in the amount of $ 3,471.19
for Hydraulics Repair. Read more »
Posted: January 15th, 2019 under Town Board News.
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Approved Minutes of Town Board’s December 27, 2018 Meeting
The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Thursday December 27, 2018 at the Peru Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. James Langley, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Richard Barber, Councilman; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk. Also present Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent; Mr. Michael Farrell, Highway Superintendent; Ms. Pamela Barber, Secretary to the Board; and Mr. Dave Drollette, Dog Control Officer.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mr.McDonald, with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motion by Mr.Langley, seconded by Mr. Irwin to approve the minutes from the December 10, 2018 meeting.
Ayes 5 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Community Input and Questions
None
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE,
AUTHORIZING LOCAL SHARE EXPENDITURE
AND
SEQRA DETERMINATION FOR ENGINEERING PLANNING GRANT-VALCOUR SEWER PROJECT
TO BE PARTIALLY FUNDED THROUGH EFC
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 18.12.27.01 Read more »
Posted: January 15th, 2019 under Town Board News.
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Assemblyman Jones: Time for Change in New York’s Voting System
From the Office of Assemblyman Bill Jones
Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that he helped pass a series of bills to make it easier for residents of the North Country, and all of New York State, to carry out their civic duty.
“Casting a ballot is critical to a functioning government and we must make it easier to have the voices of our constituents heard,” Jones said. “This long-overdue legislation will help ensure that those juggling work and family responsibilities can vote when it’s convenient for them.”
To increase voting opportunities for North Country residents, Jones co-sponsored legislation making it simpler for New Yorkers to request and receive an absentee ballot (A.778). Under current law, residents can only receive an absentee ballot if they expect to be out of the county on an election day or have an illness or physical disability. The reform package also establishes early voting, which would take place during a nine-day period before a general, primary or special election (A.780).
“These measures will give residents more time to cast their ballots and cut down on burdensome travel for those who are unable to, especially in rural areas, like ours, where polling places may not be right next door,” Jones said.
The legislative package also includes a bill that would close the limited liability company (LLC) loophole by extending the $5,000 aggregate contribution limit, already applicable to corporations, to LLCs and requiring LLCs to disclose names of individuals with membership interests (A.776). Under current law, individuals can make nearly unlimited contributions by creating multiple LLCs, drowning out the voices of everyday New Yorkers, Jones noted.
While Jones also voted in favor to consolidate the Primary Election dates (A.779) Jones dissented with the majority and voted in favor to amend this bill as he was concerned about rushing the immediate implementation of this legislation, and felt it should be delayed. Additionally, Jones cast votes to take steps to ensure that the state covered the cost of these changes, so that our local municipalities would not have to bear any hardship with these changes.
Posted: January 14th, 2019 under State Legislator News.
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Cuomo to seek stretch limo ban – Times Union
Posted: January 14th, 2019 under Law Enforcement News, State Government News.
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The Reel Deal: French-Canadian Traditional Music and Dance Events
Nicolas Babineau and Alexis Chartrand are two dynamic young Québécois musicians brought together by passion for traditional music. Their shared sensitivity for recordings of old fiddlers inspires their performances of traditional Québécois music. They sometimes play two fiddles, and sometimes allow the guitar to accompany the melodies, with their feet energizing the dance tunes. In May 2017 the duo released their first album, Gigues à deux faces (nominated Best Traditional Album at the Canadian Folk Music Awards), and have performed throughout Québec, the Maritimes, across Canada, New England, and Sweden.
There will be TWO SHOWS at the Saranac Methodist Church on Route 3 in Saranac:
Saturday, February 2 at 7:30 p.m. and
Sunday, February 3, at 3:00 p.m.
Babineau and Chartrand will be joined on several numbers by guest artist Mélissandre Tremblay-Bourassa, a traditional Québécois dancer and choreographer. She has developed a creative and aerial style of improvisation as a step dancer for which she is especially appreciated. Recently nominated for a Grand Prix Desjardins, her résumé includes two years with the Cirque du Soleil, among other highlights.
Seating is open with a suggested donation of $15; children under 12 attend free. For further info please telephone 518-293-7613, e-mail hillholl@hughes.net or visit www.hillandhollowmusic.org.
Babineau and Chartrand will perform an extravagant array of reels and traditional music―a surprising mix of fiddle culture from the Francophone communities of North America, including Chicoutimi, Gaspésie, Cape-Breton, and Newfoundland.
Babineau and Chartrand have been on a musical voyage of discovery. They traveled to far-flung Francophone communities in eastern Québec and the Maritime provinces to collect tunes of legendary old-time fiddlers. Louis “Pitou” Boudreault of Chicoutimi gave them “Welcome to holiday inn” and “La gigue à ma marraine Alfreda,” while from Émile Benoit of Newfoundland they gathered “Roaming Scott” and “Set carré.”
Crafting their own arrangements of the old tunes is a way of paying homage to these legendary artists of the past who have deeply influenced Francophone culture, while it is also a great opportunity for the duo to express some very personal musical ideas and carry their culture forward. One reel from Joseph Larade, a fiddler from Chéticamp (Cape-Breton), they found so rich that they were inspired to create a triptych of three different interpretations of it.
The duo will perform also some of their own original music, including “Le reel du Moose,” featuring references to a famous traditional song, different exploratory approaches to foot percussion, and changing guitar styles.
ABOUT THE MUSICIANS
NICOLAS BABINEAU discovered music at the age of 7, trying the unused violin of his grandfather. Accepted as a violin student at the Conservatory of Classical Music in Trois-Rivières, Nicolas continues to learn several instruments, including guitar, electric bass, mandolin, banjo and Irish bouzouki. Specializing in traditional Québécois music, Nicolas went to the United States, France, England and represented French Canada at the Canadian Pavilion at the Epcot Center at Walt Disney World. In 2017, he released an album titled Compos Trad in Local Flavor with the flutist and composer Jean Duval.
ALEXIS CHARTRAND is a fiddler from Montréal who has been active in the Québécois traditional music scene for several years. He is known for his energetic accompaniment of step dancing and social dances. His interest in Québécois, Irish and Scottish fiddle styles inform his playing, along with his study of classical, contemporary and baroque music. He frequently collaborates with dancers including baroque dancer Anne-Marie Gardette, traditional dancers and callers Pierre Chartrand and Mélissandre Tremblay-Bourassa, regularly performs in duo with guitarists such as Yann Falquet, Colin Savoie-Levac, and Peter Senn. His performances have brought him around Québec, Canada, New England, and Europe. His research into the intersections between traditional and baroque violin styles has been supported by the Canada Council for the Arts. He has also given workshops on fiddle, traditional repertoire and traditional music history at CAMMAC, Festival de Violon Traditionnel de Sutton (QC), Carleton University (ON) and Boxwood Festival (NS).
Posted: January 14th, 2019 under Arts and Entertainment.
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Solution considered for zombie buildings
Posted: January 14th, 2019 under Northern NY News.
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In 2017 Peru Town Court was #2 in Clinton County Town Court Revenue. Source: NYS Comptroller’s Website.
Posted: January 14th, 2019 under Law Enforcement News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Governor Cuomo Announces $4.2 Million for Snowmobile Trail Maintenance and Grooming
Posted: January 14th, 2019 under State Government News.
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A 2004 Interview of Peru Town Historian Ron Allen by Gordy Little and Calvin Castine of Home Town Cable.
Posted: January 14th, 2019 under Peru/Regional History.
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Cuomo to propose plastic bag ban – Times Union
Posted: January 13th, 2019 under State Government News.
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Cuomo seeks to raise tobacco, e-cig sales age to 21 – Times Union
Posted: January 12th, 2019 under State Government News.
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Quick knockdown saves Cliff Haven home
Posted: January 12th, 2019 under Northern NY News.
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“Garrow” Returns to the Strand
PLATTSBURGH, NY – By popular demand, The Strand Center for the Arts is excited to announce the film Garrow, will have a second screening at the Strand Center Theatre at 25 Brinkerhoff Street, Plattsburgh on Sunday, January 13, 2019 at 2:30 p.m.
This film is a dark and dramatic re-creation of the life and crimes of Robert Francis Garrow, and the twisted trail of torture that he executed upon his innocent victims. Garrow was a serial rapist and murderer whose reign of terror paralyzed the North Country between the years of 1960 & 1978. Born in Mineville, New York in 1936, Garrow’s childhood was and endless cycle of unimaginable horror. Beatings, sexual abuse, bestiality and bloodshed. As an adult, he would become a sadomasochist, rapist and serial killer. The exact number of his victims to this day remains uncertain. A knife wielding psychopath that could charm his victims before carving them to death. Robert Garrow was clever and cunning. He was able to manipulate the law, fake his own paralysis, escape from prison, and avoid capture for over a decade.
This second screening will be at the Strand Center Theatre at 25 Brinkerhoff Street in Plattsburgh on Sunday, January 13, 2019 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets prices, $12. The Strand Center for the Arts’ member discount applies. The prices for all tickets increase $5 on the day of the show. All ticket sales, including service fees, are final and non-refundable.
For tickets and more information on this and upcoming events, exhibits, concerts, or classes happening at The Strand Center for the Arts, please call 518-563-1604 (ext. 105) or visit www.strandcenter.org.
Posted: January 11th, 2019 under Arts and Entertainment, Peru/Regional History.
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