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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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Dianne Hunter & Bryn Mousseau on SUNY President’s List

POTSDAM, NY (01/09/2019)– The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 945 students to the President’s List, in recognition of their academic excellence in the Fall 2018 semester. The SUNY Potsdam students were honored for earning top marks by President Kristin G. Esterberg.

The students included:

  • Dianna Hunter of Peru, NY, whose major is Childhood/Early Childhood Education
  • Bryn Mousseau of Peru, NY, whose major is Business Administration

To achieve the honor of being on the President’s List, each student must have satisfactorily completed 12 numerically-graded semester hours, with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

About SUNY Potsdam:

Founded in 1816, The State University of New York at Potsdam is one of America’s first 50 colleges — and the oldest institution within SUNY. Now in its third century, SUNY Potsdam is distinguished by a legacy of pioneering programs and educational excellence. The College currently enrolls approximately 3,600 undergraduate and graduate students. Home to the world-renowned Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam is known for its challenging liberal arts and sciences core, distinction in teacher training and culture of creativity. To learn more, visit http://www.potsdam.edu.

Peru Soup Kitchen Menu for Today, Wednesday, January 9th

Jan. 9
Tossed Salad
Spaghetti
Bread
Dessert

4:30 – 5:45 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center

As minimum wage continues to climb, hospitality industry awaits tip credit decision 

Source: As minimum wage continues to climb, hospitality industry awaits tip credit decision – Sun Community News & Printing

Clinton County names new attorney, making history in the process 

Source: Clinton County names new attorney, making history in the process – Sun Community News & Printing

Flights unaffected at Plattsburgh Airport as shutdown drags on 

Source: Flights unaffected at Plattsburgh Airport as shutdown drags on – Sun Community News & Printing

New York sends billions more to DC than it receives – Times Union

Source: New York sends billions more to DC than it receives – Times Union

Limo owners say NY ‘blacklisted’ vehicles after seizing plates – Times Union

Source: Limo owners say NY ‘blacklisted’ vehicles after seizing plates – Times Union

Letter to the Editor

For the past several years, I’ve focused both my financial donations and volunteer efforts almost exclusively on the United Way for one reason: results. 

Our local United Way has been incredibly responsive to the needs of this community, as of late focusing heavily on the opioid crisis, the related urgent need for new foster homes, and helping people get back to work or remain in the workforce. We all see our neighbors struggling with some heavy burdens; knowing that my time and money is going towards common-sense solutions for people in our community makes my heart sing. 

This past fall, I had the pleasure of spending several hours riding around the North Country with the United Way’s Director of Development, Kathy Snow. We were visiting local businesses and organizations, asking them to support our annual fundraising appeal. Cell phone reception is spotty, but Kathy knew each place on our route that she could pull over to check her messages and return phone calls. The requests coming in were overwhelming to me: families without the means to feed their children, an elderly resident with a busted hot water heater, hard-working people struggling to keep their jobs due to substance abuse issues. Kathy was amazing to watch. She was able to offer not only comfort and compassion, but almost immediate help and support through the services offered by United Way’s 40 partner agencies. 

United Way of the Adirondacks can only continue to offer this critical hand up to our friends and neighbors with the support of the community. Please consider joining me in lending your time and financial support to this organization that has proven results.

Hannah Provost

Morrisonville

Casella Resource Solutions USA Luge Challenge to visit Titus Mountain in Malone Jan. 19-20

LAKE PLACID, N.Y. – As the top luge athletes from around the world are currently preparing for World Cup and World Championship racing in Europe, USA Luge will bring the thrill of the sport to the masses at Titus Mountain Family Ski Center on Jan. 19-20.

Using easy to maneuver plastic sleds, patrons at the Malone ski and ride destination will get a chance to experience this exciting Olympic sport through the Casella Resource Solutions USA Luge Challenge.

Casella is one of the nation’s leading waste and recycling service providers, serving thousands of businesses, residences, and communities throughout New York State.

We’re happy to do our part to bring the USA Luge Challenge to the North Country,” said Bill Meyers, Casella General Manager. “We’re hopeful that many of our customers will come out with their families to participate in this exciting and fun event.” Read more »

Peru Restaurant Devastated by Early Morning Fire

Tuesday, 1/8/19 Peru – Clinton County Fire investigators are on the scene of a fire that devastated Dana’s Rusty Anchor Restaurant, 416 U.S. Route 9 in Peru. Peru Fire Chief Kevin O’Neill said his department was called out about 2 a.m. and was later joined by several other departments. The south end of the building is gutted, while the north end sustained smoke and water damage. Investigators will be working throughout the day attempting to determine the cause of the fire.

Nolan wins 200th, Dubuque 100th at Peru Invitational – Sun Community News & Printing

Source: Nolan wins 200th, Dubuque 100th at Peru Invitational

Lawsuit alleges abuse at Dannemora prison following escape – Times Union

Source: Lawsuit alleges abuse at Dannemora prison following escape – Times Union

Dean Skelos and son, Adam, scheduled to start federal prison sentence Tuesday | Newsday

Source: Dean Skelos and son, Adam, scheduled to start federal prison sentence Tuesday | Newsday

NY State Police Superintendent George P. Beach II resigns

Source: NY State Police Superintendent George P. Beach II resigns

2019 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival: Schedule, ‘Doonesbury’ button revealed (photos) | syracuse.com

Source: 2019 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival: Schedule, ‘Doonesbury’ button revealed (photos) | syracuse.com

The Clinton County Historical Association Announces Antique Valentine Creations Crafts Day

 

Saturday, February 2,  11 am to 3 pm

At CCHA, 98 Ohio Avenue, Plattsburgh

Families are welcome to join us at the Museum on Saturday, February 2, from 11 am to 3 pm, to make special Valentine’s Day cards for your friends and family. Put your picture on your Valentine card. Tour the museum and have a picture taken with an item you love like Redford Glass, the musical instruments from the Arts & Leisure Exhibit, or the beautiful dresses in the Suffrage Exhibit. Craft items will include ribbons, lace, and yarn, along with period shawls, hats and waistcoats to give your photos the right feel.

Free.  Ages 5 years and up.  All supplies are provided.   Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

 New yogurt line will bring 20 new jobs to North Lawrence dairy plant

Source: Watertown Daily Times | New yogurt line will bring 20 new jobs to North Lawrence dairy plant

Tedra Cobb reflects on the midterm

Source: Watertown Daily Times | Tedra Cobb reflects on the midterm

Resentments remain over pay hike for lawmakers | NCPR News

Source: Resentments remain over pay hike for lawmakers | NCPR News

Rouses Point awarded $213K for rec revamp 

Source: Rouses Point awarded $213K for rec revamp – Sun Community News & Printing

Farmacy Project Announces Expansion in Keeseville 

Source: Farmacy Project Announces Expansion – – The Adirondack Almanack

NORTH COUNTRY AT WORK: Jackie Sauter on 47 years at NCPR

Source: NORTH COUNTRY AT WORK: Jackie Sauter on 47 years at NCPR – LakePlacidNews.com 

Welcome, world – LakePlacidNews.com 

Source: Welcome, world – LakePlacidNews.com 

Burlington Doctors alarmed after at least 8 drug overdoses in less than 12 hours

Source: Doctors alarmed after at least 8 drug overdoses in less than 12 hours

50th Peru Wrestling Invitational Top seeds Announced

50th Peru Wrestling Invitational top 4 seeds of a 16 man bracket

99 Casper Stewart Batavia
Matt Gatto Petrides
Trayton Tupper Gouverneu
Aston Seymour Peru

106 Steve Poulin Shenendehowa
Alex Recore Franklin Academy
Steven Serno Petrides SI.
Matt Haycook Canton

113 Brandon Fallon Petrides SI.
Mitchell McCarthy Ogdensburg
Joe Ferrara Petrides SI
Kadin Johnson Peru

120 Nate Recore Franklin Academy
Robert Foley Saranac
Brady Bushey Peru
Alex Martin Ausable Valley

126 Logan Dubuque Peru
Carter Baer Gouverneur
Roman Mayer Mt. Abraham
Lbrahim Aburmelieh Petrides SI

132 Landon Snyder Ausable Valley
Cody Greene South Lewis
Joe Mcintosh Gouverneur
Lucas Martin Franklin Academy

138 Zach Roberts Ogdensburg
Seamus Leavey Shenendehowa
Gary Conant Mt. Abraham
Branton Carpenter South Lewis

145 Brock Delsignore Shenendehowa
Alijah Seymour Peru
Noah Clausen Saranac
Colin Randall South Lewis

152 Bryce Smith Saranac
Mike Diforte Petrides SI
Cody Deuel Shenendehowa
Nate lavoie Mt. Abraham

160 Jacob Null Dolgeville
Zach Swyers Peru
Alfred Macneill Franklin Academy
Divine Steeter Petrides

170 Jacob Nolan Saranac
Gaven Thornton Canton
Tyler Tupper Gouverneur
Alex Palazzolo Petrides SI.

182 Jake Shippe Gouverneur
Timmy Gadway Saranac
Angelo Sereno Petides SI.
Brady Vosburgh South Lewis

195 Ervis Spahiu Petrides
Dylan Randall Dolgeville
Gabrial Payne-Vinick Vergennes
Nick Jenkins Gouverneur

220 Mason Maulding Peru
Josh Barber Batavia
Kevin Peasall Mt. Abraham
Jared Makuch South Lewis

285 Dalton Criss Peru
Gage Marolf South Lewis
Logan Garrsion Gouverneur

Teams Entered in this year’s tournament

AUSABLE VALLEY SECTION 7
BATAVIA SECTION 5
CANTON SECTION 10
COLCHESTER VERMONT
DOLGEVILLE SECTION 3
FRANKLIN ACADEMY SECTION 10
GOUVERNEUR SECTION 10
JOHN JAY SECTION 1
MASSENA SECTION 10
MIDDLEBURY VERMONT
OGDENSBURG SECTION 10
PERU SECTION 7
PETRIDES SI. PSAL
SOUTH LEWIS SECTION 3
SARANAC SECTION 7
SHENENDEHOWA SECTION 2
VERGENNES VERMONT

The Peru Invitational is the oldest athletic event in Section Seven history. This year’s tournament features a field of 17 teams from around the state, all the way from Staten Island to as far West as Dolgeville.

Wrestling will start on Friday night at 5 pm. with two rounds forward and one wrestle back round. Wrestling will resume on Saturday at 10 am with a round of wrestle backs and Semi Finals at 11 o’clock, wrestle backs will continue throughout the day with consolations for 3rd and 4th and 5th and 6th at 4 o’clock. Finals are slated to start at 6 pm.

Gary Edwards and Mike Hogan
Co-Head Coach’s
Peru High School