The Peru Gazette

The Town of Peru will be holding their 26th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday November 30th at 7:00 PM at the Town Gazebo.  Everyone is welcome.

There will be Christmas carols and the arrival of Santa Claus!  Refreshments will be served at the Peru Community Church Fellowship Center.

AGENDA TOWN BOARD SPECIAL MEETING, November 15, 2012 – 6:30 PM

1. Call Meeting To Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. MOTION/RESOLUTION:  Adopt 2013 Final Budget.
5. MOTION/RESOLUTION:  Adopt Employee Benefit Handbook.
6. MOTION/RESOLUTION:  Town Acceptance of Denali Drive.
7. Other Business
8. Motion to Adjourn

Planning Board approved October minutes

Local drugmaker expanding by 300 jobs – Times Union.

Sixth rabid animal reported in Clinton County » Local News » Press-Republican.

Cuomo wants $30B in federal storm aid – Times Union.

Watertown Daily Times | Lowville hospital looking to pull administrators from pension system.

Plattsburgh Social Security Office curtails hours » NEW TODAY… » Press-Republican.

Nap Light proudly wears the Legion of Honor Insignia

By John T. Ryan

On Friday, November 9, 2012 Napolean “Nap” Light, one of Peru’s most decorated veterans, traveled to the French Consulate in New York City to receive his appointment as a “Chevalier of the Legion of Honor.”

Legion of Honor Insignia

In June 1944 Nap Light was a member of the 30^th Infantry Division during the “D Day” invasion of Normandy.  His citation, signed by the President of the French Republic, read, “This prestigious distinction underlines the deep appreciation and gratitude of the French people for your contribution to the liberation of our country during World War II. We will never forget the commitment of American heroes like you to whom France owes so much.”

Nap Light served in the United States Army from 1942 to 1945. Eighteen months of his service were in the European theater of operations.  The U.S. Army recently presented him with the Bronze Star, our nation’s 4^thhighest combat decoration. At age 90, he is still an active member of the Peru, NY community.

Napolean Light’s military ribbons

Post 309 Chaplain Ron LaDuke salutes the Flag

By John T. Ryan

Peru’s official Veterans Day ceremony was celebrated on Sunday, November 11, 2012 at Peru VFW Post 309. Post Commander Thomas W. Fusco welcomed everyone to the post.

A Color Corps from the James P. O’Connor Composite Civil Air Patrol Squadron posted the Colors. Post Chaplain Ron LaDuke led opening and closing prayers. The Post 309 Honor Guard sounded a rifle salute. The invited speakers included James Langley, Chairman of the Clinton County Board of Legislators, and Karen Bisso, a recent candidate for the NYS Assembly.

CAP Color Corps

James Langley thanked veterans of all our nation’s wars for their service to this country saying, “We honor the service members here today and remember their sacrifice. Thank you for answering the call of duty.”

Karen Bisso delivered what she called  non-traditional Veterans Day remarks. Bisso described the United States as being in a period of moral, spiritual and political decline. She deplores what she perceives as complacency, dependence and apathy. She said veterans have the experience to turn our country around and that they should continue to serve this country. They can serve by getting involved in government and by asking younger people to get involved.  Bisso believes that this country must change its course and said that if the current trend continues there will be nothing left worth fighting for. Click here to see our phoots in a larger format. 

Slain local soldier Dain Venne returns home » Local News » Press-Republican.

Adirondack Events Calendar | The Adirondack Almanack.

Of Interest: Nov. 10, 2012 » Local News » Press-Republican.

A sailor’s wartime diary – AdirondackDailyEnterprise.com | News, Sports, Jobs, 

Blues guitarist Roy Book Binder performs in Jay – AdirondackDailyEnterprise.com

Famous bear bandit is killed – AdirondackDailyEnterprise.com | News, Sports, Jobs, 

By Donald McBrayer

The Town Board held their regular meeting on Thursday, November 8. Everyone except Councilor Brandy McDonald, who was excused, was in attendance. Read more »

Cuomo says Sandy adds $1B to deficit – Times Union.

Glens Falls upends Peru in Class B football » Sports » Press-Republican.

Is the War of 1812 over-hyped? If so, why? « The In Box.

Pedestrian-safety effort follows tragedy » Local News » Press-Republican.

Essex County overriding state tax cap » Local News » Press-Republican.

Ticonderoga Rite Aid robbed » Local News » Press-Republican.

Larry Jeffords, Jim Favreau and Oliver Barie of Jeffords Steel presented John Bernardi, Executive Director of the United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. a check for $21,039.04 from their employees workplace giving campaign and their Corporate pledge.  This year was also the company’s highest grossing campaign pledge.

For over 25 years the Jeffords Steel & Engineering Company has been a generous supporter of the United Way Campaign.

The Peru Lions Club will be hosting its 35^th annual John P. Adams Memorial Turkey Trot on November 22nd, 2012 Thanksgiving Day.

Pre-register by going to perulionsclubnewyork.org and click on “Register for Events”. Select Turkey Trot and chose one of the two registration/payment options. Pre-registrants for the 5 & 10K events will receive a free gift. Read more »