Watertown Daily Times | New York’s smoking rate falls to record low
Posted: February 21st, 2018 under General News, Heathcare News, Peru/Regional History.
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A Message from Clinton County Emergency Services
Due to impacts from an ice jam the Route 9 Bridge at Carpenters Flats (between Peru and Keeseville) is closed until further notice.
Posted: February 21st, 2018 under General News, Highway Dept. News, Peru News.
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City is in crisis — and the mayor knows it – Sun Community News & Printing
The Press Republican expressed similar concerns a few days ago.
Source: City is in crisis — and the mayor knows it – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: February 21st, 2018 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Sender of an offensive Snapchat message is no longer a student at SUNY Plattsburgh | NCPR News
Source: Sender of an offensive Snapchat message is no longer a student at SUNY Plattsburgh | NCPR News
Posted: February 21st, 2018 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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For Stefanik, bipartisanship is a choice — and so is crafting solutions to gridlock – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: February 21st, 2018 under Congressional News, General News, Northern NY News.
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An Opportunity to Contribute Your Knowledge and Voice Your Concerns
For the past twelve years, Peru Central School District has organized a Budget Advisory Committee (BAC) that has served to inform and promote school-community discussion concurrent with the school district budget development process.
The BAC typically meets in order to develop an understanding of revenues and expenditures, components of a balanced budget, and particular challenges that face the school district. Traditionally, the BAC has formulated recommendations for Board consideration to assist the Board and administration.
At this time, the BAC is scheduled to meet at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, February 28th and Thursday, March 15th. In addition to these informational sessions, the BAC will be invited to share their recommendations with the School Board at its 6:00 pm. workshop on Tuesday, March 20th.
Individuals in the Towns of Ausable, Black Brook, Peru, Plattsburgh, Saranac, and Schuyler Falls who reside within the boundaries of Peru CSD are eligible. Interested individuals may register by calling (518) 643-6004.
Posted: February 21st, 2018 under General News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Hall of Fame Nominations Requested
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 29, 2018. Applications may be picked up at the Jr/Sr High School office or downloaded from the District web site at http://www.perucsd.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=21.
Posted: February 21st, 2018 under General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News.
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Mayor reassures skittish city – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: February 21st, 2018 under Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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New digs for senior grub | News | pressrepublican.com
Meals for seniors at 11:45 AM Monday-Friday at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center Source: New digs for senior grub | News | pressrepublican.com
Posted: February 21st, 2018 under Peru News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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New York state looks to shrink financial burden for elder care | Crain’s New York Business
Posted: February 21st, 2018 under Business News, General News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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10 questions about Tops and its financial situation – The Buffalo News
Posted: February 20th, 2018 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Peru News.
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Making life accessible again: How disabled veterans overcome mobility struggles at home | NCPR News
Source: Making life accessible again: How disabled veterans overcome mobility struggles at home | NCPR News
Posted: February 20th, 2018 under General News, Veterans' News.
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Enjoy Red Wine for a Good Cause
Big Reds…Wine Tasting at the Library. Friday, February 23 at 5:30pm. Featuring 6 Red Wines from California, Portugal, Sardinia, Sicily and South Africa. Seating is limited, reservations requested. Your $20 donation supports the library.
Posted: February 20th, 2018 under Peru News.
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Editorial: A city in upheaval | Opinion | pressrepublican.com
Posted: February 16th, 2018 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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A Message from Jeanne Flora Boutilier
PLEASE SHARE
Hello Peruvian Alumni! The class of 78 is proud to announce that we will be having a 40 year reunion on the weekend of September 21st. We are planning an event on the 21st and on the 22nd and currently working on details. Just wanted to get the dates out there now so people that need to travel from afar have time to get plane tickets. We have had a lot of interest in this and think we’re going to have a really good turn out! The weekend is still being planned but we will be tentatively at the Plattsburgh Brewing Company on Friday night for a casual meet and greet. Saturday plans are still being discussed but we do know that we will be having dinner at Livingood’s Restaurant and Brewery on Saturday night! If there’s a home football game that weekend we might be able to add something there as well. The important thing at this point is to get an idea of who plans on coming, and getting contact information. Please pass this on and if you plan on coming please get me your email information as well as current city and state. We will be working from a group email with details as well as on FB to ensure everybody that wants to come gets the message 
🙂 You can email me at sjboutilier11@gmail.com call me, text me at 615-653-2500, or send me a FB message on Jeanne Flora Boutilier. There’s a great group of women in Peru doing all the legwork, I’m just the communications liaison. I just felt like I needed a title
😄. Please plan on attending if you can and watch this site for more information. I will be posting to other Peru sites as well.
Posted: February 16th, 2018 under General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News.
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A Message From North Country Mission of Hope Executive Director Sr. Debbie Blow
Good morning everyone,
Over the next 3-4 days, various groups will be arriving in Nicaragua for Mission # 71.
So, this will be very short and very sweet!
1. Applications are due for July Mission no later than March 1st. Can be found on our website at ncmissionofhope.org
2. Daily info during Mission trips: As many of you know, we will be sharing our daily briefs with you during the Mission trip, beginning late Tuesday if all goes well and we have power and/or internet in Nica. In advance, I will thank Bonnie Black who will be tasked with compiling the bulk of our daily feedback and activities. I will also share info and add to that log some of what Carol H and I will be involved with daily, since our tasks often take us off site for meetings, etc.
Everyone is getting very excited and a little anxious, of course.
And then, there’s me…who gets VERY anxious about flying. So, ask me what I thought when I saw the news clip about the plane losing its engine cover this past week on its way to Honolulu?!!!
Not to mention the immense responsibility I always feel about taking 47 people on a Mission trip to a developing country. Stay tuned and keep us in your prayers. I’m sure we will have some wonderful and some sad experiences to share in the days ahead.
3. Set the date aside: Mother’s Day is Sunday, March 13th. The Lyon Mountain K of C (here in Northern New York) will be hosting another delicious Mother’s Day Brunch with all proceeds coming to the Mission of Hope. Details to come.
4. AMAZON SMILE: In the 4th quarter of 2017, we received over $110 FREE money because folks go to Amazon Smile and list us as their charity when shopping at Amazon. Imagine how much we could make if everyone who used Amazon, took a couple minutes to list us as their charity of choice?
5. Prayers please: For all impacted by another senseless and violent tragedy in Parkland, Florida. Prayers also for all who are dealing with health or addiction issues, with loss of loved ones and so much more.
Thought for the Week: I have a Mission…and you do, too!
Blessed John Henry Newman once said:
“God has created me to do some special service.
God has committed some work to me which has not been committed to another.
I have a Mission!”
Indeed, each and every one of us has a Mission. We spend a lifetime growing into the fullness of understanding exactly what it is that is being asked of each of us.
So, as you go about your life this week and in the weeks ahead, take a moment or two and reflect on what you believe it is that is being asked of you by the Divine in your life.
And I do know one thing…we all have a mission…and we all are asked to live and be HOPE, no matter what is being asked of us.
So, live and be Hope this week!
Sr. Debbie Blow, OP
Executive Director
North Country Mission of Hope
3452 Route 22
Peru, NY 12972
Cell: 518-570-5443
Cell: 518-570-5443
Posted: February 16th, 2018 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Racist SnapChat spurs campus protests | News | pressrepublican.com
Posted: February 16th, 2018 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Town of Peru Department Head Reports For January
Posted: February 15th, 2018 under General News, Highway Dept. News, Peru News, Town Board News, Water & Sewer Dept. News.
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United Way Reaches Campaign Goal
United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. has met the 2018 campaign goal of $725,000. The annual campaign is conducted primarily during the fall months and concludes in February of each year. This year’s campaign raised a total of $725,272.00 which includes proceeds from special events and projections of pending results. Todd McCarthy, Owner of Lenny’s Shoe and Apparel and United Way Board Member, served as the Campaign Chair this year. He said “we are so delighted to deliver this exciting news to our three county region. It is once again a testament to the generosity and caring nature of the North Country. It was very challenging this year and we are proud of what we have been able to achieve. Read more »
Posted: February 15th, 2018 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Adirondack String Fever to Feature Top Regional Musicians at the Grange Feb. 24 | Essex on Lake Champlain
Posted: February 15th, 2018 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, General News, Northern NY News.
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Missing skier returning to Lake Placid – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: February 14th, 2018 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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Langley Questions Peru Town Court Arraignment Workload
Highlights of the Peru Town Board February 12, 2018 Meeting
Counselor Jim Langley expressed frustration that of the 114 arraignments conducted in Peru Town Court last year, 77 or 66% involved people arrested outside of the Town of Peru. Forty-one arraignments involved arrests in the Town of Plattsburgh (36%), 36 (31.5%) involved arrests in other towns and 37 (32.5%) involved arrests in Peru. He said, “It’s a duplication of work. Our ladies are having to spend their time to take care of other town’s stuff. Two years ago this was brought up. Last year it was brought up. It doesn’t seem to change.” Langley said that following arraignment the cases are transferred to the town where the crime was committed and that these towns receive any fine monies. Peru does not receive any reimbursement.
It appears that Peru’s town justices either make themselves more available or have more convenient court hours than do justices in the Town of Plattsburgh and other towns. Supervisor Brandy McDonald said he would contact Town of Plattsburgh Supervisor Michael Cashman to investigate the issue. Counselor Irwin added, “You’d think the Town of Plattsburgh taxpayers would take notice at some point.” (See 9 to 12 minute 45 second point in Peru Gazette video to view this discussion)
Plans for the latest Main Street Project are going to be available to the public at the Town Hall at the Peru Free Library and if possible on the town’s Website. A letter is also going to be sent to Main Street residents. Committee Chairman Adele Douglas pointed out that plans have to be finalized and approved by the Town Board in the very near future and that the work has to be accomplished by the end of the year. Another pubic information meeting will also be scheduled at the Town Hall. Counselor Melvin Irwin was concerned about the plan’s impact on the turn radius for trucks at the Stewart’s intersection. Douglas said she believed that portion of the plan was modified after the NYS Department of Transportation expressed its concerns.
The Board approved the purchase of a disaster recovery computer server from Northeastern Computer at a cost not to exceed $5,000 plus installation labor of $1,000 to $2,000. The server will serve as the town’s disaster recovery backup and as the server for Town Court. Funds for the server were included in the Court’s 2018 budget. $1,100 saved by not appointing a fifth council member will also be used for the server.
A workshop was scheduled for March 13, 2018 at 6 PM to discuss needed sewer system upgrades.
Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell reported that NYS Office of Emergency Management informed him that the Town is still being considered for some reimbursement for last April’s snowstorm expenses.
Peru School District engineers have approved Farrell’s plan to install drainage piping in the school’s catch basin. The School Board still needs to approve the installation. Farrell believes repairing the catch basin will reduce or eliminate Jenkins and Pleasant Street storm sewer overflows.
Farrell said four of his snowplows were down for repairs during last week’s snowstorm. Plowing was delayed but done. All trucks have been repaired.
Problems with Primelink’s phone service have been the past two Board meetings. Town Hall phones were inoperable several times in the past few days and the Peru Town Court building has experienced similar outages. Supervisor McDonald said he would contact Primelink.
The Board received a letter of thanks from the Babbie and Rural Farm Learning Museum for the Town’s $3,000 donation to the museum.
Crews for the movie Escape From Dannemora will be filming on the Rock Road, Laphams Mills Road and the Lyons Road at the end of March. More information will be forthcoming.
More donations have been made to the Sullivan Park skating rink-basketball court online fundraising campaign. As of Monday’s meeting the online total was $6,740.
The meeting adjourned at 7:26 PM.
Posted: February 14th, 2018 under General News, Law Enforcement News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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Spaghetti Dinner – Everyone Welcome!
Peru – Peru Knights of Columbus Council 7273 spaghetti dinner, Saturday, February 17, St. Augustine’s Parish Center. Regular & gluten-free spaghetti, salad, bread and a delicious dessert. 4:30 to 6:30 PM, $7.50 per person, $2.50 for children 6 to 12, free for children 5 and under. Take-outs available.
Posted: February 14th, 2018 under General News, Peru News.
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Art Talk : The Life and Art of Jan Balet
Peru Free Library
Wednesday, February 28 at 4:00 pm
The Life and Art of Jan Balet will cover the fascinating story of Jan’s life, from his escape from Hitler’s army, through his days as a highly successful commercial artist, art director, and children’s book author and illustrator in New York, to his later years as a fine artist residing in Europe. This lecture and slide presentation will be held in conjunction with an exhibition of Jan Balet’s artwork at SUNY Plattsburgh from 2/12/18 -3/16/18. The presenter, Marie Balet, is the wife of Jan’s only son.
Please join us for a rare look into this artist’s work and life.
Thank you.
Becky Pace
Peru Free Library
Posted: February 14th, 2018 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Peru News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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City OKs $500K Saranac Bridge grant – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: February 13th, 2018 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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