Archive for September, 2010
Doheny clinches nomination
The Watertown Daily Times reports
Posted: September 23rd, 2010 under General News.
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APA fast-tracks review of new cell towers
The adirondack almanac reports
Posted: September 23rd, 2010 under General News.
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Peru Fire Department called to destructive blaze in Schuyler Falls.
By John T. Ryan Story reported 9/22/10 and updated 9/23/10 A fire early Wednesday afternoon destroyed the carriage barn and a Ford Mustang at the old Coffey homestead at the corner of Mason Street and Route 22B. The nearby unoccupied house was slightly damaged. The Press Republican reported in its September 23rd edition that the […]
Posted: September 22nd, 2010 under General News, Peru/Regional History.
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Adirondack Family Activities: Take your child outside week (Sept. 24-30)
The adirondack almanac reports
Posted: September 22nd, 2010 under Things to do in & near Peru.
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Doheny gains as time runs out – Hoffman needs 77% of remaining absentees
The Watertown Daily Times reports
Posted: September 22nd, 2010 under General News.
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Owens Announces Key Patient Rights to Take Effect Tomorrow
Congressman Bill Owens Press Release WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Bill Owens announced several provisions of recently enacted health care reform to take effect tomorrow, September 23rd. Thursday is the effective date for multiple consumer protections under the Affordable Care Act, including the Patient’s Bill of Rights.
Posted: September 22nd, 2010 under Congressional News.
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Here’s a chance to assist a Peru child with severe heart problems
This Saturday September 25th the Community United Methodist Church, Rt 86 and Haselton Rd. in Wilmington is holding a fundraiser for 9 year old Christopher Goheens of Peru who is living with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. (Click here for details) A SILENT AUCTION will be held in the Thrift Shop Tent from 2:30 – 6:30 […]
Posted: September 22nd, 2010 under General News.
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Sunday event to assist Jean Craig
Update 9/23/10 – Click here post surgery updates! Update 9/22/10 – Taken from the Jean Craig website: SEPTEMBER 22 (TODAY): Upon calling Dad this morning, I was told that there is a liver for Mom!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is the best news EVER!!!! It is approximately 9am and Mom is being wheeled into surgery as I type […]
Posted: September 21st, 2010 under General News.
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1st Annual Golf Tournament raises almost $35,000 for ALS research
Harmony reigned at Harmony Golf Course on Aug. 28, 2010. The day was perfect with families, friends, and community all coming together to be part of the cure at the 1st Annual Golf Tournament for ALS Research. Enjoying a beautiful setting, perfect weather, and great food, everyone there contributed to make the event a success. […]
Posted: September 20th, 2010 under General News.
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Willsboro – New senior class at old school; local developer turning former school into senior housing
The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports
Posted: September 19th, 2010 under General News.
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Applefest draws a record crowd
A record crowd packed the St. Augustine’s Parish Center grounds for Applefest 2010 today under absolutely beautiful blue skies. Everyone appeared to enjoy the forty-five minute parade which was highlighted by retired Town Justice Peter Keenan being named the Parade Grandmaster. The Peru High School Marching Band was greeted by cheers from the huge crowd. […]
Posted: September 18th, 2010 under Peru/Regional History.
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The Walk of Faith will be shorter this year
The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, St. Monica’s Court 2598 of Peru, will host the 2010 “Walk of Faith” on Sunday, October 3, 2010. This year’s walk has been shortened from 7.2 miles to 2.7 miles. Instead of starting at St. Patrick’s Oratory, it will begin at the Lady of Lourdes Shrine behind St. Augustine’s […]
Posted: September 17th, 2010 under General News.
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Tea Party likely to switch support to Matt Doheny
The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports
Posted: September 17th, 2010 under General News.
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Franklin County likely to reject NCCC renovation – College president, Burpoe says $64M Saranac Lake campus overhaul is a necessity
The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports
Posted: September 17th, 2010 under General News.
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Peru has an upcoming Oktoberfest
Peru VFW Post 309 is celebrating an Oktoberfest Pig Roast on Saturday, October 2, 2010. The fun-filled event will begin at 4 p.m. and continue until the fun ends or the tap runs dry. It will feature German food along with music, dancing and 25 oz. beers. The VFW needs and deserves the support of […]
Posted: September 16th, 2010 under General News.
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Eight new apartments to be built just off Bearswamp Rd.
By John T. Ryan Construction of four duplex apartment buildings on Davey Drive (just east of McDonald’s) should begin in a few weeks. On Wednesday, September 15th, the Town of Peru Zoning Board approved a variance request from contractor Roy “Chuck” Bedard to construct the apartments on the 1.5 acre lot with the stipulation that […]
Posted: September 16th, 2010 under General News, Peru/Regional History, Planning Board News, Zoning Board News.
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Paladino looking to fix the state, shock the political world
The Post Star reports
Posted: September 16th, 2010 under General News.
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NYSDOT TO CLOSE I-87 IN AREA OF BEAR SWAMP ROAD – RTE 442
News Release from NYSDOT received at 2:30 PM, Wednesday, September 15, 2010 The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) will be changing the traffic pattern on I-87 in the area of Bear Swamp Road in Clinton County on September 20.
Posted: September 15th, 2010 under General News.
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Patriot Hills project outlined to SL village board
The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports
Posted: September 15th, 2010 under General News.
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Doheny apparent winner in 23rd Congressional District
The Press Republican reports
Posted: September 15th, 2010 under General News.
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Town faces insurance increases and a request from former Town Supervisor Covel for health insurance coverage
By John T. Ryan Employee issues dominated the Monday, September 13, 2010 Peru Town Board meeting. Counselors learned that the town will likely face increased workmen’s compensation and health insurance costs in the coming fiscal year. If the town concludes a contract by October 1st it may be able to avoid the workmen’s compensation increase, […]
Posted: September 14th, 2010 under Town Board News.
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Primary voter turnout has been good – No significant problems reported with electronic voting machines
By John T. Ryan As about 4:30 p.m. 205 Peru Republicans, Democrats and Conservatives had voted in today’s primary elections. Republican voters have the most important races choosing candidates for Congress and Governor. Douglas Hoffman and Matt Doheny are vying for the Congressional nomination while Carl Paladino and Rick Lazio are competing for the Gubernatorial […]
Posted: September 14th, 2010 under General News.
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Please read and comment on these Historic Interpretive signs
Heyworth/Mason Park has a long and interesting history that will soon be documented and displayed for the public. Volunteers are working to develop eight interpretive signs to go up in the park and along the new trail. These are the subjects of the signs, those that are complete can be viewed at: http://www.perutown.com/HMsigns.htm 1. Welcome […]
Posted: September 14th, 2010 under General News.
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Vermont Guard see hostility in some villages
The Free Press reports
Posted: September 14th, 2010 under General News.
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Fact Check: White House health savings challenged
The Post Standard reports
Posted: September 13th, 2010 under General News.
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