The North Country Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free Breakfast on September 12th from 8:00 9:00am at the Chamber office, 7061 Route 9, Plattsburgh. This informational meeting will cover the many benefits and services offered by the Chamber, including cost saving opportunities, ways to meet potential customers, and more. Youll also get an overview of Chamber activities regarding tourism promotion, government affairs, small business support and economic development.
This free breakfast is open to everyone who would like to learn more about the many services available to businesses in our region. RSVP by Sept. 8th – call the Chamber of Commerce at 563-1000 or visit www.northcountrychamber.com.
Posted: August 28th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News.
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AGENDA – Town of Peru Planning Board, WEDNESDAY, September 13, 2017 @ 7:00 PM at the Peru Town Hall
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL of August 9, 2017 minutes.
OPEN FLOOR to public hearing
APPLICATIONS:
1. 3-Lot Minor Subdivision with SEQR: P-2017-015 Dana Bashaw
3-Lot Minor Subdivision
506 Calkins Rd.
Peru, NY 12972
2. Site Plan Review: P-2017-016 North Country Mission of Hope
Site Plan Review – Sign
3452 Route 22
Peru, NY 12972
3. 2-Lot Minor Subdivision/Merge with SEQR: P-2017-017 Lorri & Randy Wetzel
2-Lot Minor Subdivision/Merge
22 Coastland Dr.
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
4. Site Plan Review: P-2017-018 Randi Walton
Site Plan Review – Sign
3085 Main St.
Peru, NY 12972
7. ANY FURTHER BUSINESS:
8. CEO REPORT:
9. ADJOURNMENT
Posted: August 28th, 2017 under Business News, General News, Peru News, Zoning Board News.
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We hope you can join us.
The Peru Democrats are excited to announce we will host a potluck social from 5 – 8 pm on October 14th at the Peru VFW, Post 309. This will be a great time to get together with other members of the community and an opportunity to meet your candidates for local office. More information will be coming soon. In the meantime, we hope you’ll mark your calendar and plan to join us in October.
While you have your calendar out, please make note of our next meeting date. The Peru Dems will be meeting at Peru Town Hall on Thursday, August 31st, at 7 pm. We would love to have you join us as we hear updates from candidates, delegates to the county committee, and our Democratic County Legislator, Pete Keenan. Our committee is working hard for success this fall and we appreciate your support.
Thanks! We hope to see you soon.
Posted: August 28th, 2017 under General News, Peru News.
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Peru – On Saturday, September 16th and Sunday, September 17th St. Augustine’s Parish will host the 40th Annual Applefest at the parish grounds, 3030 Main St. in Peru. Saturday’s parade begins at 11 a.m. at the Peru Elementary School and proceeds down Pleasant and Main Streets to the parish grounds. Following the parade there will be live music, a giant craft fair, apple fritters, fried dough, other great foods, games, several new rides and chainsaw carving shows. Sunday’s chicken bbq begins at noon.
Saturday’s music will include the SUNY Plattsburgh Gospel Choir. The Bootleg Band will play on both Saturday and Sunday.
Posted: August 28th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Religious News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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L-R Library Director Becky Pace and Assistant Librarian Stacey Bousquet.
The Peru Free Library is #13 in the Peru Gazette photo series featuring people who make Peru a wonderful place to live. Library Director Becky Pace and Assistant Librarian Stacey Bousquet work very hard to provide meaningful programs and to graciously assist every library user.
The library has been serving us since 1915. The current building was built in 1928. The original 225 book collection as grown to a collection of 18,000+. The Peru Free Library is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10-7, Friday 10-4, and Saturday 10-3. Call 643-8618 for information.
Posted: August 27th, 2017 under Education News, Faces of Peru, General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments.
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MICHIGANS FOR MISSION
Sunday August 27 from 11am to 2:30pm
Harkness United Methodist Church Hall, 776 Hallock Hill Road, Peru
Michigan (made with All-Beef Hot Dog), chips, pickle, drink and dessert for $5; add another Michigan for only $2.00
Takeouts available!
Live Music by Skip & Vi from 11 to 1
Back again by popular demand: Bake Sale Table!
Proceeds will support Mission activities of the Harkness and Keeseville Methodist Churches
For more information, call 643-8659 or 834-7577
Posted: August 27th, 2017 under Peru News, Religious News.
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Peru – A wonderful family event was held this afternoon at Forrence Orchards in Peru – the 27th Annual Run For Jon. All profits will be used to assist local families facing medical crisis. The Peru Gazette hopes our photos capture the fun and dedication associated with this event. There was a huge turnout from SUNY Plattsburgh, many families and several local schools.
Click here for individual photo view
Click here for slideshow
Posted: August 26th, 2017 under Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History, Things to do in & near Peru.
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A Message from Barrie Finnegan, Director of the North Country Honor Flight
North Country Honor Flight will be taking to the skies once again on Saturday September 2nd for its 20th flight. The North Country chapter will have sent 298 North Country Veterans on their trip to visit the memorials which were built in their Honor.
The Veterans will arrive at the Veterans Park on the US Oval by police and motorcycle escort at around 6:15 am. The send-off ceremony will begin at 7 am sharp. After the ceremony the parade will circle the oval and head to Plattsburgh International Airport. The parade route will be lined with well wishers and the local fire departments which come to show their appreciation for ” the greatest generation “.
The aircraft loading and take-off will be viewable from a designated spot in the airport parking lot. The fly-by and wing tip salute to the crowd is always a great sight after take-off.
At 8:30 pm there will be a ” picnic in the dark ” as we wait for our heroes to return at around 10:30 pm.
Music by Movin’ On and the Mr. Ding-a-long ice cream truck will be at the Oval as well as a poster making booth. Free popcorn and cotton candy will be provided by Regal Cinemas. This event along with all parts of the day are family friendly. Everyone is encouraged to take part in any or all portions of the day. All we ask is you bring your enthusiasm and appreciation for what these Veterans have sacrificed for our country.
Please don’t hesitate to call or email for any additional information.
Barrie Finnegan
Director NCHF
518-569-7429
barrief22@icloud.com
Posted: August 23rd, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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2016 Finish Line
The 2017 Run for Jon will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2017. Registration from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. Events start at 5 p.m. at Forrence Orchards on the Mannix Road in Peru. Go to www.runforjon.com to register. Call Don or Shirley Evans at 515-643-2414 for more information.
Events include a .5 mile Kids Fun Run at 5 p.m.
5:20 p.m. – 2.5 mile cross country run and 1.25 non-competitive walk
Posted: August 22nd, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Peru Gazette File Photo
By John T. Ryan
Peru – A major change in Peru’s business community will take place in a few weeks. Having served Peru and neighboring communities for 41 years, Peru Health Mart Pharmacy will officially close at the end of business on Saturday, September 30th and on Sunday, October 1st, it will reopen as Kinney Drugs. All prescription records will be transferred to Kinney Drugs.
Peru Health Mart patients were notified of the change in a letter dated August 11, 2017 and signed by Larry Shanley and Marcia Shanley. Larry Shanley explained that he has decided to enter full retirement in October and that his son Larry Shanley Jr., who has served as Supervising Pharmacist for the last 10 years, has decided to move on and seek a new chapter in his career. Other staff members will become part of the Kinney Drugs team.
The letter described Kinney Drugs extensive product offerings and services including its “Love Local” program which promotes regionally produced goods, something that Peru Health Mart has always done. Larry Shanley stated, “I feel that Kinney Drugs shares our philosophy on patient care and community service and I think you’ll find their people to be a natural fit here in Peru.”
Kinney Drugs Senior Director of Marketing and Advertising Judy Cowden said, “Peru Health Mart’s patients will be soon receiving a welcome letter from us.” The pharmacy will undergo reorganization to fit the Kinney merchandising plan during October, but will remain open for business. A Major Grand Opening is tentatively scheduled for November 1, 2017.
Click here to view the Shanley’s letter
Posted: August 22nd, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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A Message received from Sister Debbie Blow:
Today is a great day in the history of the Mission of Hope! I am on a retreat day today, but decided to break the silence to share the following:
I was notified this afternoon that we received a $5000 grant to complete the purchase of the MOH warehouse and another $5000 to put toward our repairs and renovations.
Do I believe it’s a coincidence that I got this message while ” retreating”? Absolutely NOT! In the world of miracles, there are no such things as coincidences, but rather, manifestations of God’s presence and grace!
Together, we all did it! And so, officially today, August 22, 2017, I can tell you that we’ve received the full amount for the purchase price of our warehouse, aka MOHTOWN!
We are in the midst of continued repairs but we look forward to the day when we will have open house and welcome all of you into the home of Mission of Hope!
Blessings and live and be hope today….
Sr. Debbie
Posted: August 22nd, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 461 IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN NEW YORK THIS WATCH INCLUDES 4 COUNTIES IN NORTHERN NEW YORK CLINTON ESSEX FRANKLIN ST. LAWRENCE IN VERMONT THIS WATCH INCLUDES 4 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL VERMONT ADDISON IN NORTHWEST VERMONT CHITTENDEN FRANKLIN GRAND ISLE THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ALBURG, BURLINGTON, DANNEMORA, GOUVERNEUR, LAKE PLACID, MALONE, MASSENA, MIDDLEBURY, OGDENSBURG, PLATTSBURGH, PORT HENRY, POTSDAM, SARANAC LAKE, SOUTH HERO, ST. ALBANS, TICONDEROGA, TUPPER LAKE, AND VERGENNES.
Posted: August 22nd, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Weather News/History.
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Donald McBrayer representing the town at a VFW Memorial Day Service
By John T. Ryan
Peru – Peru’s political scene has been relatively quiet for the past few years; however, an announcement this morning by incumbent Republican Town Councilman Donald McBrayer will undoubtedly enliven the November election. Citing his plan to eventually move to Phoenix, Arizona, McBrayer notified fellow town board members that he is withdrawing his candidacy for reelection. There is one complication. When McBrayer authored his message he believed he had until the September 12th primary to remove his name from the ballot. This morning Clinton County Election Commissioner Greg Campbell informed McBrayer that according to state regulation his declination had to have been filed no later than July 17th. McBrayer told the Gazette later today, “I’ll be on the ballot, but I’m not running. I’ll be informing people via social media.”
The remaining candidates for the two open town council positions include: incumbent Democrat James Douglass, Democrat Marque Moffett and Republican Melvin Irwin. Others could seek nomination on the Independence, Conservative and Working Families Party lines in the September 12th primary election.
Town Counselors Brandy McDonald and James Langley hold the other two counselor positions. They are in the second year of their 4-year term of office, but both men are seeking the town supervisor’s position. When one of them takes office on January 1, the town board can leave his town board position unfilled, call for a special election or appoint someone to the position.
McBrayer’s statement to the town board read:
I have decided not to run for Town Council for another term and I have signed a declination finalizing this decision.
This was not an easy decision, because I really do enjoy working with you all. Peru has a very dedicated team of officials and employees and I enjoy being a part of that team.
But, over the next couple years I will be away more and more as Kara and I work toward our eventual move to Phoenix. Our plan is to spend summers here and winters there. And though I will be around most of the time in the coming year or so, a four-year commitment is too long. Simply put, it is unfair for me to take taxpayer money to do a job when I know I would have to resign in a couple years.
I look forward to working with you all for the remainder of my term and am confident whoever replaces me will continue the dedicated work our town has come to expect from its board.
Posted: August 22nd, 2017 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Anglers can look forward to four new annual Free Fishing Days in New York State. The new dates are:
- September 23, 2017 – National Hunting and Fishing Day
- November 11, 2017 – Veterans Day
- February 17-18, 2018 – weekend preceding Presidents Day
- June 23-24, 2018 – last full weekend in June
The requirement for a fishing license is waived on these days, so it’s the perfect time to introduce someone to the sport or invite friends or family from out of state.
Click here for recommended places to fish.
Posted: August 22nd, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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SUNY Plattsburgh is proud to announce that Tom Chapin ’66 will be returning to Plattsburgh for a concert to benefit the ARC Foundation, which funds programs and services that enrich the lives of the developmentally-disabled in Clinton County, N.Y.
Tom Chapin in Concert
Saturday, September 30 at 7 p.m.
Strand Center Theatre
25 Brinkerhoff Street
Plattsburgh, N.Y.
Don’t miss this one-night only show!
Tickets are on sale now at www.strandcenter.org.
The New York Times calls three-time Grammy winner and SUNY Plattsburgh alumnus Tom Chapin, “one of the great personalities in contemporary music.” In this one-man show, Tom accompanies himself on guitar, banjo and autoharp and serves up a tasty mix of story songs, ballads, comedic and political songs, old-time folk classics and a favorite song or two of his late brother, Harry Chapin.
Tom graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh in 1966 is one of the most decorated basketball players in the school’s history. Tom is just the fourth player ever to join the basketball team’s 1,000-point club and was inducted into the SUNY Plattsburgh Sports Hall of Fame in 1986. Says Tom of his upcoming performance at the Strand Theatre, “I have been back several times over the years and am so pleased to be returning to Plattsburgh in September, the most beautiful month in the North Country.”
Posted: August 22nd, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, General News, Northern NY News.
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Sandra Caron-Mitchell Gagnier loved the wheel
Sandy Andrews was a star wherever she worked
Siser Helen Herman and the late Sister Yvonne Therese Cusson
Len Jozwiak will do anything to help the parish
L-R Ruben & Monica Remillard, Betty Ewald and Larry Ewald Sr.
Chris “Fuzz” Bruno and “Mr. B. “
L-R Nancy Hoskins, Ann Sunderland, Clare Dalton and Jean Ryan
The 40th Annual St. Augustine’s/Peru Applefest is only 25 days away. The Peru Gazette will periodically share a few historical Applefest photos with you as September 16 and 17 approach. Hopefully, they bring back great memories.
Posted: August 21st, 2017 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Religious News.
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Concrete was poured at the Jarvis Rd. bridge last Wednesday. A 14-day curing process is underway. The ground is being prepared for asphalt approaches to the bridge. Railings also have to be installed. The bridge will hopefully be completed by September 15th.
Posted: August 21st, 2017 under General News, Highway Dept. News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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(L-R Wendy Boutin and Sally Gibson)
Yarborough Square is #12 in the Peru Gazette photo series featuring people who make Peru a wonderful place to live. Owner Sally Gibson opened her business at 672 Bear Swamp Rd. 25 years ago. Customers travel from near and far for her professional, unique artisan wares from USA and Canada. Sally Gibson and longtime staff member Wendy Boutin will greet you with a warm smile and help you find the ideal item. Yarborough Square is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 643-7057.
Posted: August 20th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Business News, Faces of Peru, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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By John T. Ryan
Peru Lions Club members (L-R) Dave Dalton, Ralph Hensel and Lincoln Sunderland installed a new “Peru Welcomes You” sign on the Bear Swamp Rd. today. A few days ago they installed one at the Route 22B entrance to the hamlet. Two Route 22 signs will follow.
Ralph Hensel constructed the signs and the Lions Club paid for the hardware and stain. The Town of Peru paid for the wood. The Lions Club installed and maintained the original signs for many years. Finally, it was time to replace them.
Posted: August 12th, 2017 under General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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