The Peru Gazette

Plattsburgh, NY – This week, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced that the United States and Canada have increased the maximum values of goods eligible for expedited customs clearance.  Under the new rules, goods valued at up to USD$2,500 and CDN $2,500, respectively, are eligible for an expedited border clearance program in both the United States and Canada.  Previously, this limit was set at CDN$1,600 for goods entering Canada and USD$2,000 for goods entering the U.S.

In addition, Canada announced an increase in its low-value shipment threshold to CDN $2,500 for exemption from North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) Certificate of Origin requirements, bringing it in line with current U.S. levels. Both of these actions serve to simplify customs clearance procedures by harmonizing U.S. and Canadian policies.  More information is available here. Read more »

Owens discusses Congressional priorities » Local News » Press-Republican.

NY Gov. Cuomo to propose assault weapon ban » NEW TODAY… » Press-Republican.

State jobs remain at risk – Times Union.

Boil Water Notice

The water will be off Wednesday, January 9^th, 2013, in the following areas, Calkins Road, Barney Downs Road, Reservoir Road, Morgan, Hillside, Twin Creek, Oakdale, Pinewood & Old Town Road, from 9 am to 3 pm due to construction upgrades.  The shut off of services will be followed by a precautionary boil water order for 3 (three) days after.

Election rules a casualty – Times Union.

DiNapoli: NY debt $3,253 per person and growing | Press & Sun-Bulletin | pressconnects.com.

Douglas begins 4th term – AdirondackDailyEnterprise.com | 

Tupper Lake schools focus on security – AdirondackDailyEnterprise.com | News, 

Capitol Confidential » Unshackle’s agenda.

Giants take a pass on keeping camp in Albany – Times Union.

Cuomo’s to-do list heftier – Times Union.

Ice Fishing: Yellow Perch in Winter | The Adirondack Almanack.

At least 10 applicants for superintendent position – AdirondackDailyEnterprise.com

Washington – Today, Congressman Bill Owens announced his nomination of 21 students to service academies. A Member of Congress can nominate students to attend an academy if the students meet eligibility requirements and submit a detailed application.  The four service academies that accept nominations include the Air Force, Army, Merchant Marines and the Navy.

“America’s military academies accept some of the best, brightest and most committed students from across the country who have committed to serve,” said Owens.  “I look forward to watching these young Americans do great things, and I commend them and their families on this significant achievement.”

Owens, a veteran of the United States Air Force, is pleased to announce the nomination of the following individuals to their respective academy:

UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY – WEST POINT

Alexander Clark (Madison) Eaten

Matthew Difabio (Oswego) Oswego

Matthew Whitcomb (St. Lawrence) Massena

Christopher Shelmidine (Jefferson) Lorraine

Nicholas Tyler (Jefferson) Adams

Brandon Lloyd (Jefferson) Watertown

Damon Draught (Jefferson) Watertown

Matthew Miller (Clinton) Plattsburgh

Sarah-Maria Choong (St. Lawrence) Potsdam

UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY – ANNAPOLIS, MD

Rita Stein-Vasquez (Oneida) Forestport

Seth Adams (Oswego) Cleveland

Nicholas Petricca (Fulton) Mayfield

Gunnar Blank (Jefferson) Clayton

Bruce Jones (Oswego) Pennellville

Jordan Hart (St. Lawrence) Massena

Matthew Whitcomb (St. Lawrence) Massena

Nathan Terault (Oneida) Blossvale

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY – COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

Joseph Tobin (Clinton) Saranac

Nicholas Petricca (Fulton) Mayfield

Jason Landl (Hamilton) Inlet

Brandon Widrick (Lewis) Castorland

Karlie Edwards (Fulton) Mayfield

Elizabeth Kolodgy (Jefferson) Philadelphia

Christopher Shelmidine (Jefferson) Lorrain

Plattsburgh, NY –  Today, Congressman Bill Owens announced provisions of the so-called “fiscal cliff” deal that stand to benefit New York soldiers and veterans.  This legislation, the “American Taxpayer Relief Act,” extends various tax policies supporting job creation and middle class families, and was signed into law last week after receiving bi-partisan support from Representative Owens and others in Congress.  Read more »

Superintendents: Fiscal changes critical to education reform » Local News » Press-Republican.

Queens couple robbed at gunpoint in Chesterfield » Local News » Press-Republican.

AGENDA-01.13

Peru – St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273 will host a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, January 19th at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center. “ALL YOU CAN EAT” spaghetti, salad, Italian bread and a delicious dessert will be served from 4:30 to 6:30 PM for only $7.50 per person, $3.50 for children 6 to 12, free for children 5 and under.  Take-outs are available

Tax-credit program for hiring veterans extended » NEW TODAY… » Press-Republican.

Vt. Air Guard hopes for jet, but others fear noise – Yahoo! News.

SL school district reviews security measures – AdirondackDailyEnterprise.com

Indians repeat in Peru Wrestling Classic » Sports » Press-Republican.

After dark, use headlights and your head » Local News » Press-Republican.