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Archive for December, 2014

Town Hall to Close for Public Business Every Tuesday at 1 p.m.

By John T. Ryan The Peru Town Board conducted is final meeting of 2014 this morning (December 31st) at 8 a.m. The Board approved several fund transfers; encumbered or reserved certain monies not expended in 2014 for 2015 and approved closing the Town Hall’s common area for public business at 1 p.m. every Tuesday. Supervisor […]

Peru Awarded NYS Community Enhancement Grants

The Town of Peru has been awarded grants totaling $200,000 to be used to enhance its central area or core. $25,000 was awarded last summer and a $175,000 grant was announced at the Town Board’s December 22, 2014 meeting. The New York State Department of State awarded the grants through its Local Waterfront Revitalization Program. […]

State minimum wage to rise to $8.75 Wednesday

Watertown Daily Times | State minimum wage to rise to $8.75 Wednesday.

No K of C Bingo Tonight

The Peru Knights of Columbus will not conduct bingo on Tuesday, December 23rd because of Christmas week.  Bingo will resume on Tuesday, December 30th.  The Knights are grateful to the many people who support their weekly bingo, bell jar and concession programs and wish everyone a Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year!

Heroin warning videos at movies – Times Union

Heroin warning videos at movies – Times Union.

Adirondack Region School Enrollment Continues to Decline

School enrollment overall continues to decline – LakePlacidNews.com 

Board Agenda Includes Dog Shelter, Energy Supplier and Town Court Location

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Public Hearing Tonight on Raising Water and Sewer Rates

AGENDA PUBLIC HEARING ON 2015 Water/Sewer Rates, December 22, 2014, 6:30 PM   Call Meeting To Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call MOTION:      To Open the Public Hearing.  DISCUSSION: Community Input and Questions MOTION:    To Close the Public Hearing.  MOTION:    Adjourn Click here to see the earlier Peru Gazette story on the rate increases.

Bottle Drive Will Help DC Mission

The Peru Community Church Senior Youth group will be conducting a bottle drive on January 3, 2015 to raise money for their annual mission trip to Washington DC. We will be stopping by our local neighborhoods requesting refundable bottles and cans or donations to help fund this very important mission to help others in need. […]

Shock in Southern Tier of New York as Hopes of Gambling and Fracking Both Die – NYTimes.com

Shock in Southern Tier of New York as Hopes of Gambling and Fracking Both Die – NYTimes.com.

Here’s a Great Gift Idea

LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT GIFT? Consider purchasing a gift certificate from The Strand Center for the Arts. Certificates are available in any amount and can be used for classes, lessons, memberships, artwork that is for sale in our gallery, tickets to performances at the Strand Theatre or for our “Sponsor a Seat” Strand Theatre fundraiser. […]

The Strand Center for the Arts Announces a New Film Series

Beginning in January 2015, The Strand Center for the Arts will launch its new series of film classics. On Sunday, January 25 the Strand Theatre will show “The Maltese Falcon” the first in a series of three classic films which will include, “Some Like It Hot” (Sunday, February 15, 2015) and “Casablanca” (Saturday, February 28, […]

Photos: Schenectady, this is what your casino will look like – Times Union

Photos: Schenectady, this is what your casino will look like – Times Union.

Board Backs Casinos in the Catskills, Near Albany and in Central New York – NYTimes.com

Board Backs Casinos in the Catskills, Near Albany and in Central New York – NYTimes.com.

Bill Owens: “A Rational Pragmatist”

On November 19, 2014 former NPR correspondent Andrea Seabrook interviewed outgoing Congressman Bill Owens. In her introduction Seabrook described Owens as a rational pragmatist. Owens said, “My view of the world is that there is a band of rational thought that we should all act in. I’m not saying that there is nothing you should […]

Cuomo to Ban Fracking in New York State, Citing Health Risks – NYTimes.com

Cuomo to Ban Fracking in New York State, Citing Health Risks – NYTimes.com.

Do You Have A Little Free Time?

St. Augustine’s St. Vincent de Paul Store assists many people thanks to the many people who donate clothing and its many volunteers. During the winter months several volunteers depart for warmer climates and there is a great need for new volunteers especially on Wednesdays and some Saturdays. The store operates Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to […]

Representative-elect Stefanik Announces New Staff Hires: Pileggi as District Director, Perry as Legislative Director

From the office of Representative-elect Elise Stefanik Glens Falls, NY – Representative-elect Elise Stefanik (R-NY) today announced new staff hires for her office in the 114th Congress. Anthony Pileggi will serve as District Director. Mr. Pileggi was born and raised in Herkimer County and has worked in public service for most of his career. He […]

Owens Announces Nominations for U.S. Service Academies

WASHINGTON – This morning Congressman Bill Owens announced the nomination of 17 students from across Northern New York to attend U.S. service academies next year. “Attending a U.S. service academy gives a student the opportunity to serve her or his country and receive a world class education at the same time,” said Owens. “I commend […]

Health insurance deadline extended 5 days

Health insurance deadline extended 5 days – Times Union.

“Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”

“O Holy Night” as sung by the Keeseville-Peru Ecumenical Choir last night at St. Augustine’s Church

Don’t Forget Today’s Craft Fair at St. Augustine’s Parish Center

Many Steps Forward in 2014 at the Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum

Click here to see the Museum’s Fall Newsletter!

CPR Course with AED Training to be Offered

The Peru Community Church is offering a HeartSaver CPR course with AED training January 5, 2015 at 6PM. The course will be led by Barbara Wagner who is a Certified CPR Instructor and 40 year Certified Emergency Room Nurse. The 2 ½ hour course is accredited through the American Heart Association. The cost of the […]