The Peru Gazette

ROCHESTER, NY (02/14/2019)– The following local residents made the Dean’s List at Rochester Institute of Technology for the 2018 Fall Semester:

Avery Torrance of Peru (12972), who is in the applied mathematics program.

Grayson Crosby of Peru (12972), who is in the game design and development program.

Degree-seeking undergraduate students are eligible for Dean’s List if their term GPA is greater than or equal to 3.400; they do not have any grades of “Incomplete”, “D” or “F”; and they have registered for, and completed, at least 12 credit hours.

Rochester Institute of Technology is home to leading creators, entrepreneurs, innovators and researchers. Founded in 1829, RIT enrolls about 19,000 students in more than 200 career-oriented and professional programs, making it among the largest private universities in the U.S.

The university is internationally recognized and ranked for academic leadership in business, computing, engineering, imaging science, liberal arts, sustainability, and fine and applied arts. RIT also offers unparalleled support services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. The cooperative education program is one of the oldest and largest in the nation. Global partnerships include campuses in China, Croatia, Dubai and Kosovo.

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JANUARY 2019 DEPT REPORTS

The Peru Gazette did not attend the Town Board’s February 11, 2019 meeting. The minutes will be posted after they are approved.

PLATTSBURGH, NY – The Strand Center for the Arts is excited to announce Karla Bonoff, will be performing at the Strand Center Theatre at 25 Brinkerhoff Street, Plattsburgh on Friday, April 12, 2019 at 8:00 p.m.

Karla Bonoff has been described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation. With a career spanning four decades, Bonoff has enjoyed critical acclaim, commercial success, enduring popularity, and the unwavering respect of her peers. In addition to charting with her own records, Karla has seen her songs become hits for Bonnie Raitt, Wynonna Judd, and Linda Ronstadt. She’s toured with Bonnie Raitt, John Prine, J.D. Souther and others, building up a passionate audience, resulting in sold-out houses everywhere. “All My Life,” a duet with Ronstadt and Aaron Neville, won the Grammy for Best Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group. People magazine ranked “All My Life” as one of the top 5 most popular wedding songs. 2018 brings Karla her first new CD release in over a decade. Entitled, Carry Me Home, this 16-song set featured brand-new recordings of Karla’s classics and new songs by Karla, Kenny Edwards, and a vintage Jackson Browne song.

This one-night-only show will be at the Strand Center Theatre at 25 Brinkerhoff Street in Plattsburgh on  Friday, April 12, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets prices, $25-55. 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.

When: February 24th

WHAT: 4th Sunday Breakfast
Bacon, scrambled eggs, sausage gravy & biscuits, corned beef hash, pancakes or French toast, juice & coffee.

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From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released the following statement regarding today’s forthcoming appropriations bill:

“As I have said from my first campaign for Congress, I oppose government shutdowns,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “After reviewing the details of the bipartisan compromise appropriations bill, I will vote in support of today’s package that includes border security and will avoid another shutdown. I urge President Trump to sign this important legislation so we can work to fund the government and secure the border.”

The Peru Soup Kitchen at St. Augustine’s Parish Center is serving a great menu tonight.

Coleslaw, turkey casserole, cranberry sauce, rice, gravy, bread. Pumpkin pie for dessert. Served 4:30 to 5:45.

ALL ARE WELCOME!!!!!!!!!!!

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Peru – The Peru Knights of Columbus will host a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, February 16th to help fund the Council’s Coats For Kids Program at Peru Elementary School. For the past several years the Knights have donated 24 new winter jackets to be given out as needed at the school. The jackets are paid for by dinner proceeds.

The dinner takes place at St. Augustine’s Parish Center. Regular & gluten-free spaghetti, salad, bread and a delicious dessert. 4:30 to 6:30 PM, $8.00 per person, $3.00 for children 6 to 12, free for children 5 and under. Take-outs available.

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Peru Central School District is closed today, February 13th.
Thank you.

Sherri Provost
Peru CSD
District Office

DAVENPORT, IA (02/12/2019)– Alexander Sarazen of Peru, NY., has been named to the Fall 2018 Dean’s List at Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Florida campus in Port Orange, Fla.

Palmer College of Chiropractic is the founding college of the chiropractic profession, and is known as The Trusted Leader in Chiropractic Education. It was founded in 1897 in Davenport, Iowa, by D.D. Palmer, the discoverer of chiropractic. More than 2,100 students attend Palmer College campuses in Davenport, Iowa; Port Orange, Fla.; and San Jose, Calif. Palmer’s nearly 30,000 practicing alumni comprise almost one-third of the doctors of chiropractic in the United States.

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Each year, the SUNY Plattsburgh Alumni Association recognizes notable alumni and faculty or staff who have made outstanding contributions to the Alumni Association, the college and/or the community. At this time, we are seeking nominations for the following awards:

Distinguished Alumni Award
The Distinguished Alumnus or Alumna Award is presented by the college and the Plattsburgh Alumni Association Board of Directors to honor graduates of SUNY Plattsburgh for their professional achievements, contributions to society and service to the college.