The Peru Gazette

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Christine Crawford

Craig Randall

Michael Farrell

Nick Weaver

Melvin Irwin

Sarah Mitchell

Plattsburgh, NY, November 10, 2025  – While a few more absentee ballots may arrive on or before November 12, the Clinton County Board of Elections does not anticipate any changes in the 2025 unofficial election results.

As of 11:54 AM today, the unofficial winners in the Town of Peru are:

Town Supervisor – Craig Randall was unopposed – 1,463

Superintendent of Highways – Michael Farrell 1080, Chip Blair 953

Town Councilperson (Two positions open) – Melvin Irwin 1,278 and Nick Weaver 993. Dwane Bast 963.

Town Justice – Sarah Mitchell was unopposed – 1,455

Town Clerk/Tax Collector – Christine Crawford – 1,045, Dianne Miller – 1,006

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“He talked about how lonely it is to be a Black business owner living and working in the middle of the Adirondacks…”

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Rain will change to snow for a 2-4 hour period late this afternoon into this evening. Snow may be briefly moderate to heavy in the Champlain Valley and north-central Vermont, during the evening commute (4-8 PM). Snowfall accumulation of 1-3” is expected. Allow extra time to reach your destination.

Experts warn of high cost of inaction when dealing with phosphorus pollution

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Chili

Salad 

Bread

Dessert 

Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., take-out only, at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972. 

All are invited and welcome!

The Peru Lions Club will again be hosting this year’s 48^th Annual John P. Adams Memorial Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, November 27^th.  As in the past, this is a family run event with participants of all levels and features both a 5K and 10K run starting at 9:00 a.m. The trot begins and ends at Peru Central School.

Everyone must pre-register. To do so, go to www.adirondackcoastevents.com and click on upcoming races. Scroll down and click on the “48^th Annual Peru Lions Club John P. Adams Memorial Turkey Trot” and follow the prompts for pre-registration and information.

All proceed benefit the charitable work of the Peru Lions Club. For additional information, contact Lion Larry Shanley at marciashanley@yahoo.com or Lion Ed Eisele at bigolddivot@yahoo.com. ####

Tips for getting started with simple greenhouse structures

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The Adirondack Park Agency board will discuss the proposal to test-fire howitzers at its Nov. 13-14 meeting.

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STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR KATHY HOCHUL

Albany, NY – Npvember 7, 2025 – “After weeks of the Trump administration putting millions of New Yorkers through chaos and confusion, following guidance from USDA, I’ve directed state agencies to issue full federal SNAP benefits for November. We expect the first New Yorkers to begin having access to their benefits starting Sunday.

“Let me be clear, President Trump is hellbent on preventing millions of Americans from putting food on the table. He’s made decision after decision to withhold funding that feeds families, seniors and children — and continues doubling down on this cruelty by challenging the courts’ clear orders. It’s senseless and un-American and I’m working tirelessly to bring this uncertainty to an end for the nearly three million New Yorkers who rely on this program.”

1. Call Meeting to Order

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Roll Call 

4. MOTION/DISCUSSION: To Accept Reports from all Departments: (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; Banking Reports, and JCEO);

5. MOTION: Acceptance of Minutes for the Regular Meeting of October 27; Public Hearing for Local Law #2 of 2025 of November 5, and Public Hearing for Preliminary Budget on November 5, 2025 

6. Community Input. 

7. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: To Approve 2026 Relevy List. 

8. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Approval of Work Change Directive E-PR.01 Feeder Modifications.

9. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Approval of Work Change Directive GC-CD.02 Clearance Conflicts with PTA Bldg. Floor Hatch 

10. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Approval of Work Change Directive GC-CD.03 Remove/Replace Foundation Insulation; Natural Gas Relocation; Seeding/Mulching Credit; Explosion Proof Motor Enclosure.

11. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Approval of John W. Danforth Company Pay App. #4 for Peru WWTP Project. 

12. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Approval of Murnane Building Contractors Pay App. #4 for Peru WWTP Project. 

13. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Approval of K & L Plumbing & Heating Systems Pay App. #2 for Peru WWTP Project. 

14. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Approval to Sign 2025-2026 & 2026-2027 Clinton County Snow & Ice Agreement. 

15. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Approval to Install a Three-way Stop at Rockwell Rd & Blake Rd.

16. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Approval of Financial Audit Agreement. 

17. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Approval of Health Insurance Self-Pay Program Option From Excellus by the Town.

18. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Approve Resignation of Deputy Town Clerk as of Dec 22, 2025. 

19. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Authorizing the Peru Town Court to Apply for a JCAP Grant for the 25-26 Grant Cycle.

20. DISCUSSION: Other Business: Council Comments

21. DISCUSSION: Other Business: Department Head Comments.

22. DISCUSSION: Public Comments on Agenda Items Only.

23. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Pay November 2025 Bills.

24. MOTION: Adjourn to Executive Session.

25. MOTION: Return from Executive Session.

26. MOTION: Adjourn Meeting.       

Clinton County Republican Chairperson Jerika Manning is not included in Stefanik’s list  

State Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) today issued the following statement in response to Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announcing her candidacy for Governor of New York State:

“I was the first state legislator to endorse Elise Stefanik when she ran for Congress in 2014. Since that time, as an Assemblyman and Senator with districts that are wholly encompassed by her Congressional District, I’ve worked directly with Congresswoman Stefanik and seen firsthand the qualities that have made her a national leader.

“Congresswoman Stefanik is a tenacious advocate on behalf of her constituents and improving their quality of life. She’s hardworking and knowledgeable on all the important issues facing our state and nation – from affordability to the economy, immigration, the ongoing crises inside our correctional facilities and public safety – and puts the needs of our families ahead of political gain. Time and again, I’ve seen Congresswoman Stefanik work with a variety of stakeholders in order to achieve solutions that will have a lasting, positive impact on our communities.

“That approach and dedication is needed now more than ever. Governor Hochul and New York City-based Democrat leaders have enacted a spate of policies that have our state spiraling in the wrong direction. With the election of Zohran Mamdani as next Mayor of New York City, it’s almost certain the governor and Democrat Legislative leaders are going to push for further taxes that drive up the costs of living and working here, further criminal justice reforms that punish law enforcement and law-abiding families and further out-of-touch policies that fail to meet our current needs.

“As the next Governor of New York State, I believe Elise Stefanik will provide the vision, determination and follow-through needed to turn our state’s prospects around. We can count on her to push for desperately needed tax relief and to address the illegal immigrant crisis that’s impacted our Northern Border and cities across the state. As our next governor, Elise Stefanik will provide the strong leadership that’s sorely needed if New York State is to reclaim its status as the Empire State.

“I’m proud to endorse Elise Stefanik for Governor of New York State. I look forward to running for re-election to the state Senate, so I can help our next governor pass and enact an agenda that will Save New York.”

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New York is one of the leading states in terms of EV ownership, but adoption has been slow overall

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Successful recruitment of providers from a wide range of specialties strengthens regional access to primary, specialty care

Burlington, VT, Nov. 6, 2025– Thirty-three health care providers from various disciplines have joined University of Vermont Health supporting the regional health system’s commitment to strengthening access to primary and specialty care for the communities it serves.

Many of these providers deliver care at one or more the Vermont Health’s partner hospitals.  And while not all are available for direct patient appointments, each plays a vital role in patient care through their expertise and significantly contribute to patient outcomes. Referrals may be required and wait times vary by service.Learn more about these providers and other valued members of the medical staff at Find a Provider | University of Vermont Health.

Please welcome:

Jerry G. Albujar, DPM, Podiatry, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Jonathan Baker, DO, Anesthesiology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Erin Bishop, MD, OB/GYN, University of Vermont Medical Center

Kevin De Boer, DO, Pulmonary/Critical Care, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Brendan Campbell, MD, Infectious Disease, University of Vermont Medical Center

Karen Custodio, DO, Palliative Care, University of Vermont Medical Center and Emergency Medicine, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Dimitrios Drekolias, MD, Hematology/Oncology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Amy Fox, NP, Hematology/Medical Oncology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Kazem Habibi-Tanha, DMD, Dentistry, Alice Hyde Medical Center

Kenneth Hallows, MD, Nephrology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Elizabeth Keller, DO, Family Medicine, Central Vermont Medical Center

Vartika Kesarwani, MBBS, Rheumatology, Central Vermont Medical Center

Reza Ojaghi, MD, Orthopedic Surgery, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Lynda Lee Lapan, NP, Hematology/Medical Oncology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Lovisa Ljungberg, MD, Neurology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Alexander P. Lukez, MD, Radiation Oncology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Alan Massouh, MD, Interventional Radiology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Jennifer Miller, PA, Occupational Health & Wellness, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Sabawoon Mirwais, MD, Hospitalist, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Mahmoud Nassar, MD, Endocrinology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Wesley Goodman O’Leary, Emergency Medicine, University of Vermont Medical Center

Kathryn Oskar, MD, Emergency Medicine, University of Vermont Medical Center

Nuria M. Pastor-Soler, MD, Nephrology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Stephanie Pevear, NP, Hematology, Medical Oncology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Andrew Ridinger, MD, Radiology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Jeffery Savarino, MD, Emergency Medicine, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Kristine Schullo, MD, Hospitalist, University of Vermont Medical Center

Jessica Scott, NP, OB/GYN, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Tanner Storozuk, MD, MC, Pathology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Ryan Thomas, MD, Hematology/Medical Oncology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Joseph (Joey) Tousignant, DO, Family Medicine/Orthopedics, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Marc Vecchio, MD, Gastroenterology, University of Vermont Medical Center

Claire Wendling, MD, Neurology, University of Vermont Medical Center

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