Archive for September, 2014
Let’s talk about North Country’s flood of rape, sex violence « The In Box
Let’s talk about North Country’s flood of rape, sex violence « The In Box.
Posted: September 30th, 2014 under General News, Opinion.
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North Country kids are all right really « The In Box
North Country kids are all right really « The In Box.
Posted: September 30th, 2014 under General News, Opinion.
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Hall of Fame Banquet Photos
Gary Edwards was kind enough to provide The Peru Gazette with a few photos from Saturday night’s 2014 Peru Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Banquet. Cameron Riggs, Nicky Viti – Duprey and John Rock were present. Jennifer Goette is in Gamba, Africa with the Peace Corp. Jennifer’s father came from Oregon to speak on her […]
Posted: September 29th, 2014 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History.
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Three Peru Residents Are Part of Today’s Honor Flight
By John T. Ryan Longtime Peru residents and military veterans Ted Soucia, Bernie Steuart and Larry McSweeney are Washington D.C. bound today as they are honored for service to our country by the North Country Honor Flight. Larry McSweeney, a longtime member of the Peru Volunteer Fire Department, was ready to go when two fire […]
Posted: September 27th, 2014 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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Peru Music Students to Participate in the String Pulse Experience
Daisy Jopling will be attending Peru CSD on Friday, October 3rd to work with Mezzo and Avanti String students and Music Teacher Mrs. Fitzsimmons during their regular class meeting times. Daisy’s producer and program administrator will be attending as well. The String Pulse Experience (https://youtube.com/user/daisyjopling) is a totally free, highly professional, program for music and […]
Posted: September 26th, 2014 under Arts and Entertainment, Education News, General News, Peru School News.
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An apple-loving man of the cloth
An apple-loving man of the cloth – Press-Republican: News.
Posted: September 26th, 2014 under Agricultural News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Religious News.
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Heat cost likely to chill – Times Union
Heat cost likely to chill – Times Union.
Posted: September 26th, 2014 under Business News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Walking Trail Opening Ceremony October 5th
A Message From the Town of Peru Come join us for a walk or run and celebrate our new trail We’ll meet at Sullivan Park, cut a ribbon to make it official, and then make our way to Heyworth/Mason Park along the Town’s new 1.25 mile trail. At the Park there will be light refreshments, […]
Posted: September 25th, 2014 under General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Posted: September 25th, 2014 under General News, Northern NY News.
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Little Haystack Mountain Hike
By Adele Douglas Nancy Miner and Chris Ashley enjoying the view from the summit. This is a very short hike that brings you to excellent views after about 45 minutes of climbing. The drawback is that it’s a very steep climb near the top. The trail is narrow and mostly hard packed dirt, there’s just […]
Posted: September 25th, 2014 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Town Board Pauses to Remember Keith Matott
The Peru Town Board conducted a moment of silence and reflected on the contributions made to the Town of Peru by former Peru Code Enforcement Officer Keith Matott at its Monday, September 22, 2014 meeting. Keith Matott passed away on September 14th. Glushko said Matott’s experience was invaluable in the formulation of the town’s new […]
Posted: September 25th, 2014 under Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Highway Salt To Cost $35,000 More Than Expected
Peru town officials learned that it would cost more to keep Town of Peru’s highways safe this coming winter at their Monday, September 8, 2014 meeting. Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell informed the Board that salt will cost $73.65 a ton, 27% higher than budgeted and increasing the total cost from an estimated $75,000 to $110,000. […]
Posted: September 24th, 2014 under Business News, General News, Highway Dept. News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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Harvest Dinner Proceeds Will Benefit Your Neighbors
Here’s a great way to meet friends, enjoy a great meal and help a good cause. On Saturday, October 11th from 4 to 7 p.m. the Keeseville Knights of Columbus at their 1435 Route 9 hall will serve a harvest turkey dinner and all the trimmings with all proceeds benefitting the United Way of the […]
Posted: September 23rd, 2014 under General News, Northern NY News.
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STEFANIK ACCEPTS NEW YORK STATE INDEPENDENCE PARTY NOMINATION
From the Office of Elise Stefanik Stefanik Set to Appear on Republican, Conservative and Independence Lines in November Glens Falls—Congressional candidate Elise Stefanik today officially accepted the nomination of New York’s Independence Party. “I am honored to accept the Independence Party nomination,” said Stefanik. “I’m committed to working with leaders across our District to unite […]
Posted: September 23rd, 2014 under Congressional News, General News.
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Tar sands oil Albany-bound? – Times Union
Tar sands oil Albany-bound? – Times Union. This oil would probably pass through the Town of Peru!
Posted: September 23rd, 2014 under Business News, Environmental News, General News, Town Board News.
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Enjoy a Patsy Cline Experience This Coming Saturday
Peru – Come enjoy an evening of great entertainment and learn about the life of Patsy Cline. Patsy Cline impersonator Courtney Shayne will perform of the Peru Community Church Fellowship Center on Saturday, September 27th at 6 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Children 12 and under are free. For advance […]
Posted: September 22nd, 2014 under General News, Peru News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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NAMI:CV Conference to feature “BIG NAME” Speaker
Plattsburgh, NY, September 10th, 2014 – The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Champlain Valley is pleased to announce that we will sponsor and host the first ever Keys to Recovery Conference on October 9th, 2014, at the State University of New York at Plattsburgh. The conference is an opportunity for peers (those who utilize […]
Posted: September 22nd, 2014 under General News, Heathcare News.
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Oil Train Resolution on Town Board Agenda Tonight
Regular Mtg Agenda 09222014
Posted: September 22nd, 2014 under Business News, Environmental News, General News, Town Board News.
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37th Applefest is About To Begin
AUGUSTINE’S APPLEFEST – 37th ANNUAL, 3035 MAIN STREET, PERU NY SATURDAY & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH AND 21ST , 2014 PARADE STARTS AT PERU SCHOOL AT 11:00 AM SATURDAY GRAND MARSHALLS: WORLD WAR II VETERANS (North Country Honor Flight) HUGH CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE (OVER 50 VENDORS PARTICIPATING)! GAMES OF CHANCE VINCENT DE PAUL […]
Posted: September 18th, 2014 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Pinwheels for Peace to be “Planted” on Friday
A Message From Peru Central School In today’s world, peace needs to become more than just a word. On September 19, 2014, Peru Central School District plans to take part in an International art and literacy project, Pinwheels for Peace, by “planting” pinwheels with messages of peace in front of the clock tower of the […]
Posted: September 18th, 2014 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Peru Athletic Hall of Fame to Add Five New Members
John Rock, Cameron Riggs, Travis Angevine, Jennifer Goette and Nicky Viti-Duprey will be inducted into the Peru Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday, September 27th. The Hall of Fame banquet will be held at Livingood’s Restaurant in Peru (former Crickett’s Restaurant). The scheduled times are, 6:30 social, and 7:00 dinner @ $20.00 per person. Checks […]
Posted: September 17th, 2014 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History.
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The Strand Center for the Arts Gallery Has Been Repainted Thanks To Generous Donations
News from the Strand PLATTSBURGH, NY- The last few weeks dedicated staff members and volunteers have been working hard to repaint The Strand Center for the Arts Gallery. The Strand Center for the Arts has gained local notoriety for restoring The Strand Theatre at 25 Brinkerhoff Street in Plattsburgh, but also houses administrative offices, a […]
Posted: September 17th, 2014 under Arts and Entertainment, Business News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Planning Board Has Three Items on its September Agenda
Planning Board September Agenda
Posted: September 1st, 2014 under General News, Peru News, Planning Board News.
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