Archive for December, 2013
Winter Events, Lectures At Fort Ticonderoga
Winter Events, Lectures At Fort Ticonderoga – The Adirondack Almanack – The Adirondack Almanack.
Posted: December 17th, 2013 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Things to do in & near Peru.
Comments: none
Trooper dies after Thruway crash
Trooper dies after Thruway crash – Times Union.
Posted: December 17th, 2013 under General News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News.
Comments: none
DEC ANNOUNCES A TEMPORARY BLACKOUT PERIOD FOR SPORTING LICENSE SALES AND GAME HARVEST REPORTING
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Joe Martens today announced that beginning Thursday, December 26, the public will not be able to purchase hunting, fishing or trapping licenses, or secure a recreational marine fishing registration or report their harvested game. The temporary blackout period is due to a transition that DEC will […]
Posted: December 17th, 2013 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Environmental News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
Comments: none
DEC ADVISES BACKCOUNTRY VISITORS OF WINTER CONDITIONS THROUGHOUT MOST OF THE ADIRONDACKS
Winter Recreational Opportunities Abound with Proper Preparation and Precautions The recent snowstorm provided great conditions for winter outdoor recreation in the Adirondack backcountry the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) reports today. Backcountry visitors should be prepared with proper clothing and equipment for snow, ice and cold to ensure a safe and enjoyable […]
Posted: December 17th, 2013 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Weather News/History.
Comments: none
DiNapoli Probe Prompts $15,000 Restitution to Bombay NY Fire Dept.
DiNapoli Probe Prompts $15,000 Restitution, 12/11/13.
Posted: December 16th, 2013 under General News, Law Enforcement News.
Comments: none
Common Core and doing better
Common Core and doing better – Times Union.
Posted: December 16th, 2013 under Education News, Opinion, Peru School News.
Comments: none
Owens stands behind Obamacare
Owens stands behind Obamacare » Local News » Press-Republican.
Posted: December 16th, 2013 under Congressional News, General News, Northern NY News.
Comments: none
Are you one of the 12 missing lotto winners?
Are you one of the 12 missing lotto winners? | New York Post.
Posted: December 16th, 2013 under General News, State Government News.
Comments: none
Peru Lions in Action
The Peru Lions made their yearly contribution of toys and supermarket gift certificates to the local JCEO/Headstart program. Representative Pat Holmes stated that having children’s gifts and food donations just before the holidays was definitely needed. (L-R) Lion Dave Dalton, Pat Holmes and Lion Lois Roberts.
Posted: December 16th, 2013 under General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments.
Comments: none
Too Close to the Edge: Vermont Lawmakers to Focus on Shoreline Protection
Too Close to the Edge: Vermont Lawmakers to Focus on Shoreline Protection | Seven Days.
Posted: December 13th, 2013 under Environmental News, Northern NY News.
Comments: none
Breaking: Adirondack Hudson River Gorge Wilderness Approved
Breaking: Adirondack Hudson River Gorge Wilderness Approved « The In Box.
Posted: December 13th, 2013 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
Comments: none
Breaking: Adirondack Hudson River Gorge Wilderness Approved « The In Box
Breaking: Adirondack Hudson River Gorge Wilderness Approved « The In Box.
Posted: December 13th, 2013 under General News.
Comments: none
EURASIAN BOARS NO LONGER “FAIR GAME” IN NEW YORK; Proposed Regulations Would Prohibit Hunting or Trapping of Wild Boars in New York
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner (DEC) Joe Martens today announced the proposal of new regulations that would prohibit hunting or trapping of free-ranging Eurasian boars in New York. The proposal is designed to ensure maximum effectiveness of DEC’s statewide eradication efforts. Public comments on the proposed regulations will be accepted until January 25, […]
Posted: December 13th, 2013 under Agricultural News, Business News, Environmental News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
Comments: none
CVPH plans to end cardiac surgeries
CVPH plans to end cardiac surgeries » Local News » Press-Republican.
Posted: December 13th, 2013 under General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
Comments: none
Plattsburgh-Watertown Region Beats NYC 30-1 in Cuomo Contest
Plattsburgh-Watertown beats NYC 30-1 in Cuomo contest | Capital New York.
Posted: December 13th, 2013 under Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, State Legislator News.
Comments: none
Culvert Repair Delayed and Costs Increase
By John T. Ryan Culvert repairs and legal expenses and will cost the Town of Peru more than expected. Vandalism also costs the Town both money and employee time. In action at the Town Board December 9, 2013 meeting, the Board approved a contract change order in the amount of $42,575. Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell […]
Posted: December 12th, 2013 under General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
Comments: none
Region Chosen as Innovation Hot Spot Winner; Peru’s Walking Trail to receive $228,000
Region chosen as Innovation Hot Spot winner » Breaking News » Press-Republican.
Posted: December 12th, 2013 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, Town Board News.
Comments: none
PCS Hall of Fame Nominations Requested
The Peru Central School District Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for potential candidates. The District Hall of Fame is designed to recognize individuals who have made a significant impact on our school or achieved an outstanding contribution(s) to society as a graduate of Peru CSD. The candidate must have attended, been employed, served or […]
Posted: December 12th, 2013 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News.
Comments: none
Holiday extravaganza at Strand
Holiday extravaganza at Strand » Out & About » Press-Republican.
Posted: December 12th, 2013 under Arts and Entertainment, General News, Peru News, Things to do in & near Peru.
Comments: none
Region receives $81.3 million in funding awards
Region receives $81.3 million in funding awards » Local News » Press-Republican.
Posted: December 12th, 2013 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
Comments: none
Volunteers Will Be Needed
The United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. is embarking on a new phase of volunteerism: a seven county-wide priority to develop a disaster-specific volunteer program within the North Country Regional Volunteer Center (NCRVC). The Disaster Preparedness Program will use the existing NCRVC infrastructure to expand and coordinate disaster volunteer resources, and engage New Yorkers […]
Posted: December 11th, 2013 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Things to do in & near Peru.
Comments: none
Plow Purchase Approved, Bloomfield Drive Resident Concerned and Jennnifer Madore Appointed to Youth Commission
The Peru Gazette did not cover the Town Board Meeting of November 9, 2013. The meeting included a complaint from Bloomfield Drive resident Lindsey Wendorff regarding her concern about a situation on her street. Here is that portion of the approved minutes. Lindsey Wendorff – 42 Bloomfield Drive. Ms. Wendorff addresses the board and refers […]
Posted: December 11th, 2013 under General News, Peru News, Town Board News.
Comments: none
Almost 300 Peru Basic Star School Tax Exemptions at Risk
By John T. Ryan Almost 20% of Peru’s property owners may be paying an additional $566 in school taxes in 2014. As of this morning 295 people had not reapplied for the Basic Star Tax Exemption. In an attempt to curb fraud and abuse, New York State has required that all eligible property owners, including […]
Posted: December 11th, 2013 under General News, Peru News, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, State Legislator News.
Comments: none
Owens Hosting Telephone Town Hall to Answer Affordable Care Act Questions
WASHINGTON—Congressman Bill Owens will hold a telephone town hall this Thursday, December 12, 2013, to answer questions about the Affordable Care Act. A representative from New York State of Health, New York’s state-run health insurance marketplace, will join him to answer questions related to the state’s rollout of the Affordable Care Act. The event will occur […]
Posted: December 11th, 2013 under Congressional News, General News, Heathcare News.
Comments: none
LeBrun: APA’s timeless gift for all of us
LeBrun: APA’s timeless gift for all of us – Times Union.
Posted: December 9th, 2013 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, Opinion, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
Comments: none