women’s rugby sevens team wins bronze, Vermont native medals for first time since 2016
Posted: July 31st, 2024 under National News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News, Sports News.
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Flood Watch – National Weather Service Burlington VT 315 AM EDT Wed Jul 31 2024
Eastern Clinton-Eastern Essex-Grand Isle-Western Franklin-Orleans-Essex-Western Chittenden-Lamoille-Caledonia-Washington-Western Addison-Orange-Western Rutland-Eastern Franklin-Eastern Chittenden-Eastern Addison-Eastern Rutland-Western Windsor- Eastern Windsor-
Including the cities of Richmond, Bethel, Shelburne, Middlebury,
Fair Haven, Port Henry, Bristol, Montpelier, Champlain,
Killington, Ludlow, Ripton, Rutland, St. Johnsbury, Alburgh,
Johnson, Bradford, Richford, White River Junction, Burlington,
Lunenburg, Underhill, Stowe, Randolph, Swanton, East Wallingford, St. Albans, South Hero, Island Pond, Vergennes, Derby, Springfield, Enosburg Falls, Waitsfield, Plattsburgh, Hardwick, Ticonderoga, and Newport
…FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON EDT TODAY THROUGH THIS EVENING…
* WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
* WHERE…Eastern Clinton and Eastern Essex in northern New York, and all of northern and central Vermont.
* WHEN…From noon today through this evening.
* IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, as well as other low-lying and flood-prone
locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks and
result in flooding with more heavy rain, especially across
portions of northeastern Vermont. Isolated landslides are also
possible in areas of hilly terrain that have seen recent heavy
rainfall.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
– Widespread showers with embedded thunderstorms are expected
to develop this afternoon and continue into the evening.
Localized areas that see multiple rounds of thunderstorms and
heavy downpours will be at greater risk of flash flooding. In
isolated locations that have seen recent heavy rainfall,
little rainfall is needed to produce flooding.
– http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Posted: July 31st, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News, Weather News/History.
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NY families to receive tax credits: Who’s eligible? How much will they receive?
Posted: July 31st, 2024 under State Government News, Statewide News, Youth News.
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Bimbo Bakeries USA to close 2 facilities in Upstate New York, 1 in Texas
Posted: July 31st, 2024 under Business News, Northern NY News, Upstate New York.
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Peru thanks Supervisor McDonald for solid leadership
Town department heads appreciate McDonald’s 17.5 year tenure
Posted: July 31st, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Bassmaster Elite Series from August 8-11!
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — Get ready to reel in the excitement as the Tackle Warehouse Bassmaster Elite Series splashes down on Lake Champlain from August 8-11! This premier event marks the eighth stop of the Elite Series season and promises four days of high-stakes fishing action.Picture this: 100 of the world’s top bass anglers, including Angler of the Year leader and 2024 Bassmaster Classic champion Justin Hamner and New York’s own pro, Kyle Patrick, going head-to-head with Lake Champlain’s biggest bass. They’re all vying for the prestigious championship trophy, a jaw-dropping $100,000 first-place prize, and a share of the $771,000 total purse. This showdown is set to be one for the books!
The action starts bright and early at 7:00 AM each day from the Plattsburgh City Marina at 2 Dock Street in Plattsburgh, with weigh-ins slated for 3:00PM each day. The full roster of anglers will compete for the first two days, with the field narrowing to the Top 50 on Day 3 and the final 10 duking it out on the last day.
But that’s not all! The Elite Series Outdoors Expo at the Plattsburgh City Marina opens at noon on Saturday and Sunday. It’s a fishing fan’s paradise, featuring the biggest names in the industry like Bass University, the Toyota Experience, Power-Pole, Garmin, and Yamaha. Plus, Nitro/Ranger/Mercury and Skeeter/Yamaha will be offering free demo boat rides!
Saturday honors our heroes with Military/First Responder Appreciation Day, while Sunday is all about showing love to B.A.S.S. members. The first 100 attendees each day snagging a free gift.
Can’t make it in person? No worries! Tune in to FS1 on Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM-1:00 PM for live coverage, or catch every thrilling moment on Bassmaster LIVE streaming on Bassmaster.com all four days.
So please mark your calendars and come join us for an unforgettable fishing extravaganza! Learn more at goadirondack.com/bass!
Posted: July 30th, 2024 under General News.
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Lake Champlain Basin Program to Host Presentation on 2024 State of the Lake Report for Love the Lake Speaker Series
Grand Isle, VT—The Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) will host a talk by LCBP Chief Scientist Dr. Matthew Vaughan on Tuesday, August 6th, as part of the summer edition of the Love the Lake speaker series. Please join us for a public presentation on the 2024 State of the Lake and Ecosystem Indicators Report.Produced every three years using the most current scientific data, the report documents ongoing challenges and recent successes in managing Lake Champlain’s water quality and ecosystem. Dr. Vaughan will review the report’s findings and share key insights and takeaways for community members of the Lake Champlain Basin.
This FREE public program begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Lake Champlain Basin Program office at 54 West Shore Road, Grand Isle, Vermont, just north of the Grand Isle ferry entrance. Coffee, tea, and homemade desserts will be served. For further information, contact the Lake Champlain Basin Program at (802) 372-3213 or email Madeline Reilly at mreilly@lcbp.org.
Those who wish to join virtually can join with this Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87552576202…
Posted: July 30th, 2024 under General News.
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AGENDA – Zoning Board of Appeals WEDNESDAY, August 21, 2024@ 7:00 PM
TOWN OF PERU1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. APPROVAL of July 2024 minutes
5. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing
6. APPLICATIONS:
1. Z2024-093 Seeking approval of an extension of a nonconforming use of an Internally lit sign Vermont Industrial Parks LLC, 280.1-5-6, 2 Gorman Way
7. CEO REPORT
8. ADJOURNMENT
Posted: July 30th, 2024 under Business News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Zoning Board News.
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AGENDA – Planning Board, WEDNESDAY August 14, 2024 @ 6:00 PM
TOWN OF PERU
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. APPROVAL June 2024 minutes
5. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing
6. APPLICATIONS:
1. P2024-0017 2-Lot Minor Subdivision
Norrisville Real Estate LLC
254.-3-3.2
933 Norrisville Rd
2. P2024-0018 – Site Plan Review-Sign
Hamilton Funeral Home Inc
268.-1-46.1, 294 Mannix Rd
3. P2024-0019 Site Plan Review-Sign
Lake Champlain Transportation
DBA Valcour Island Marina
258.-2-2.1
4013 US Route 9
7. ANY FURTHER BUSINESS
8. CEO REPORT
9. ADJOURNMENT
Posted: July 30th, 2024 under Business News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Planning Board News.
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Run For Jon is Saturday, August 24
Posted: July 30th, 2024 under Charity Events, Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News, Youth News.
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National Weather Service – Flash Food Warning and Flash Flood Emergency Explained
[7/30 5 AM] With considerable flash flooding occurring across portions of eastern Vermont, here’s a refresher of the difference between a Flash Flood Warning and a Flash Flood Emergency #vtwxPosted: July 30th, 2024 under Environmental News, Weather News/History.
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McDonald chairs his last meeting as Peru Town Supervisor
By John T Ryan
July 29, 2024—Supervisor Brandy McDonald chaired his last Peru Town Meeting. The meeting was filled with heartfelt thanks and best wishes. McDonald served Peru for seventeen years, first as a councilman and then as Supervisor for the last 6 1/2 years. His resignation is effective August 11. He is moving to the City of Plattsburgh.
The board selected Craig Randall, former Lake Placid Mayor and now Peru resident, as interim supervisor through December 2025. He will chair the board’s August 12 meeting.
Approved minutes added 1/19/25 Minutes 2024-07-29-RM
Posted: July 30th, 2024 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Vermont in top 10 states with most federal disaster declarations, new study says
Posted: July 30th, 2024 under Environmental News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News, Weather News/History.
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See how much New York minimum wage will increase in 2025
Upstate New York, the new minimum wage will be $15.50 an hour.
Posted: July 29th, 2024 under Business News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, State Legislator News, Statewide News.
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St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Michigans
Salad
Potato Chips
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!
Posted: July 29th, 2024 under Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Peru, NY July 28, 2024 – 7:35 PM, Allen Hill Rd., Mt. Etna/Huckleberry Mountain
Posted: July 29th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Faces of Peru, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Adirondack helicopter pilot retires after 30 years of saving lives in the mountains
Posted: July 29th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Peru’s Alec Morrison wins Angler of the Year and Rookie of the Year Awards
Major League Fishing 5 Photo
Major League Fishing 5 Photo
The 2024 @tacklewarehouse Invitationals season ended with @phoenixbassboats pro @alec_morrison_fishing earning both the @polarisorv Rookie of the Year and @fishingclash_official Angler of the Year awards. Morrison’s transcendent season, however, didn’t just start at Stop 1 on Big Sam. It sprung out of untold hours of learning, improving and working on his skills and knowledge. Click the 
LINK IN OUR BIO to read about the New York pro’s journey to the AOY. #fishing #bassfishing
Story from MLF5 Facebook post.
Here is a 2015 Peru Gazette story on Alec Morrison and his brother Perry.
Posted: July 29th, 2024 under Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News, Sports News, Youth News.
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Vermont native Ilona Maher to compete as part of USA Rugby in Paris Olympic Games
Posted: July 29th, 2024 under National News, Regional NY-VT News, Sports News.
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STEC LAUNCHES PETITION IN EFFORT TO PREVENT CLOSURE OF GREAT MEADOW
Petition can be found here: https://www.nysenate.gov/petitions/daniel-g-stec/dont-close-great-meadow
Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) today launched a petition on his official Senate website as part of his effort to prevent the closure of Great Meadow Correctional Facility in Comstock. On July 18, the state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) announced that the facility will be shuttered in November. As a consequence of this announcement, it’s expected that nearly 600 good-paying jobs will leave Washington County.
Since the closure was first announced, Stec has written to and personally met with DOCCS Commissioner Martuscello concerning this closure. He’s launching the petition as a way for the public to make its voice heard on this vital issue.
“I’m proud to be a voice for our correction officers and civilian staff; now I’m asking the public to join me in that support,” said Stec. “My staff and I have heard the concern and outrage our communities have over the closure of Great Meadow, and I’ve made sure DOCCS has heard them. With this petition, I’m hopeful our residents can help can send state leaders a strong message that Great Meadow should remain open.”
To sign Senator Stec’s position calling on DOCCS to keep Great Meadow open, visit the link below: https://www.nysenate.gov/petitions/daniel-g-stec/dont-close-great-meadow
(NOTE: In order to verify authenticity, users will be prompted to create a free state Senate account in order to sign the petition.)
Posted: July 29th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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USA Dance offers dance and social opportunities
Dear Dancing Friends,You are invited to join USA Dance Plattsburgh’s dance session tonight, Monday, July 29 (and every Monday eve until the Dart League starts in the Fall when we switch to Wednesdays) from 6-8 pm at the Peru VFW Post 309, 710 NY-22B, Peru near the Schuyler Falls town line. These weekly “practice” sessions are free and everyone is welcome. Our repertoire of dance music includes Ballroom dances-Waltz, Tango and Foxtrot; Latin dances-Rumba, Cha Cha, and Salsa; and Swing dances-East Coast and West Coast Swing. No partner or experience is required.
Our next Second Saturday Dance with lessons will be August 10 at the North Country Squares Dance Club, 84 Fairgrounds Rd., Morrisonville, NY. Burlington-based instructors David Larson and Rebecca Brookes will offer a Beginner Rumba lesson at 7:00 pm and an Intermediate Rumba lesson at 6:15 pm. General dancing will follow lessons until 9:15pm. Admission: $15/person; $10/USA Dance members and students. No experience is needed for the Beginner lesson. All are welcome!
USA Dance Chapters’ simple mission is to promote social ballroom dancing in the local community. Regarding our informal Monday night sessions at the Peru VFW, they are low-key and have casual attire. Although there is no formal instruction at the weekly sessions, veteran dancers are happy to help with the basic steps or show you a new figure when ready. A small donation (no more than $5) is appreciated – but optional to help cover the weekly rental fee. The Post bar will be open to purchase water, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages (no outside beverages are permitted).
For more information on USA Dance, Social Dancing or to become a member of Chapter #3068 (or renew), visit https://usadance.org/.
Other dance opportunities that may be of interest:
–Contra Dance at the Sand River Community Farm with Jeremy Clifford and Adirondack 2-Step Sunday, August 4th at 5:30pm; Gratitude Feast at 3:30pm, 1044 Mace Chasm Road, Keeseville, NY.
Posted: July 29th, 2024 under General News.
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Mark your calendars
Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Brive, Monday, August 19, 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru.
All blood collected is utilized in our local trl-county region. Your neighbors appreciate and need your support.
The blood drive is coordinated by St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273.
Posted: July 29th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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July 24-25, 2024 – 1.15 miles of new pavement on Davern Rd. between Route 22 and Union Rd.
Posted: July 27th, 2024 under General News, Highway Dept. News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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New York families can now apply for child care assistance online
Posted: July 26th, 2024 under General News, Heathcare News, State Government News, Statewide News, Youth News.
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RENY award to support hydroponic gardening project
Jennifer Haley (CVES Educator) is pictured above with Assistant Principal Crystal Rhino-Defayette (far right), receiving her award from Alison Brown (left) and Simone Lutz (right), Co-Chairs of the Educator Awards Committee.
Students will study plant growth, nutrition, and sustainability with a hydroponic classroom system
PLATTSBURGH | The Retired Educators of New York (RENY) Educator Awards Committee has announced the 2024 NEZ (Northeastern Zone) Kramer Memorial Educator Award winner.
Jennifer Haley of Champlain Valley Educational Services: Rise Center for Success will receive a $500 grant to support a classroom project: “Growing Minds: A Hydroponic Journey for Students,” during the 2024-2025 school year. She will purchase a hydroponic system that will provide hands-on learning experiences for her students and enhance skills such as scientific inquiry, problem-solving, collaboration, responsibility, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.
Jennifer Haley of Champlain Valley Educational Services: Rise Center for Success will receive a $500 grant to support a classroom project: “Growing Minds: A Hydroponic Journey for Students,” during the 2024-2025 school year. She will purchase a hydroponic system that will provide hands-on learning experiences for her students and enhance skills such as scientific inquiry, problem-solving, collaboration, responsibility, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.
The NEZ Kramer Memorial Educator Award is given in honor of Dr. Karl Kramer, former professor and mentor to education majors at SUNY Plattsburgh. He was a longtime, devoted member of the Northeastern Zone of RENY. Area educators who work in school districts within the NEZ Zone are invited to watch for media and school district announcements related to annual awards offered by RENY and the Northeastern Zone in February or March each year.
Posted: July 26th, 2024 under General News.
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