Archive for January, 2015
Peru Community Church Pastor Announces Forthcoming Retirement
The following message appears in the Peru Community Church’s February newsletter From the Pastors Desk January 2015 Dear Parishioners and Friends, I have at my home and in my office a cup that reads: “YES, NO, MAYBE.” It best describes my feelings about a decision I have been struggling with for the past year. The […]
Posted: January 31st, 2015 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Religious News.
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Nicholas Lawliss of Peru Named Presidential Scholar at Clarkson University
POTSDAM, NY – Nicholas Lawliss of Peru, N.Y., a sophomore majoring in mechanical engineering was named a Presidential Scholar for the fall 2014 semester at Clarkson University. Presidential Scholars must achieve a minimum 3.80 grade-point average and carry at least 14 credit hours. Clarkson University launches leaders into the global economy. One in five alumni […]
Posted: January 30th, 2015 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News.
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New bookstore opens in Plattsburgh
New bookstore opens in Plattsburgh – Press-Republican: Local News.
Posted: January 30th, 2015 under Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Local Theater Couple Brings “Love Letters” to Life at The Strand Center for the Arts – You never forget your first love
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (January 29, 2015) – The Strand Center for the Arts announces the production of A.R. Gurney’s critically acclaimed play “Love Letters” to be performed on Valentine’s Day February 14, 2015 at the historic Strand Theatre. The play features performers from the Adirondack Regional Theatre Company. A.R. Gurney’s “Love Letters,” is a disarmingly funny […]
Posted: January 29th, 2015 under Arts and Entertainment, General News.
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All Invited to the Tuesday, February 3rd PCS Budget Workshop
The Peru Central School Board of Education will gather Tuesday, February 3rd at 6 PM in the Jr/Sr High School Community Room for their first public session budget workshop. At its budget workshop, the School Board is expected to: .Receive a budget overview brief. .Receive a briefing on the fiscal stress monitoring system. · Examine […]
Posted: January 29th, 2015 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Colin Pope on Morrisville Dean’s List
Morrisville State College recently announced that Colin Pope of Peru, NY was named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2014 semester. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must achieve an average of 3.0 to 3.99 for the semester and complete 12 credit hours. Morrisville State’s curricula are enriched with applied learning […]
Posted: January 28th, 2015 under Education News, General News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News.
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Susan Whiteman and Dan Hausner at The Strand Center for the Arts Gallery in February
PLATTSBURGH, NY – The Strand Center for the Arts is proud to announce two new exhibitions in February featuring work by Susan Whiteman and Dan Hausner. Susan Whiteman is the headlining artist in the Main Gallery with “Tread Softly, Travel Lightly” while Dan Hausner exhibits “Moments and Places” in the Community Gallery located at The […]
Posted: January 28th, 2015 under Arts and Entertainment, Education News, General News.
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Learn How You Can Have a Healthier, More Comfortable Home
Peru – Homeowners and renters can learn about New York State’s cost-saving home energy assessment programs on Friday January 30th at 7 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center. Jamie Rogers of ANCA (Adirondack North Country Association) will explain the free and low-cost energy assessments and program incentives available to New York State residents. Income-qualified families […]
Posted: January 28th, 2015 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Peru Central student arrested in connection with bomb threat
Peru Central student arrested in connection with bomb threat – Press-Republican: News.
Posted: January 28th, 2015 under Education News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Energy Supplier Changed and Another Attempt to Implement Safe Routes to School Program
By John T. Ryan Ambit Energy will soon become the Town of Peru’s energy suppler. The Peru Town Board authorized a switch from NYSEG to Ambit Energy at its Monday, January 26, 2015 meeting. The Board expects to save a minimum of 2% annually compared to NYSEG, plus because the town has 15 or more […]
Posted: January 28th, 2015 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru School News, Town Board News.
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Extension Offering Parasite Assessment, Management Training for NNY Small Livestock Producers February 7
From the office of Cornell Cooperative Extension Canton, NY On Saturday, February 7, Cornell Cooperative Extension will host a regional training workshop to help small livestock farmers reduce and manage the parasites that affect pastured sheep and goats. The 10am-3pm training is offered as a regional program for producers across the Northern New York region.
Posted: January 27th, 2015 under Agricultural News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Wednesday’s ‘Empowering Parents’ Workshop Postponed
A message from the Peru Central School Please note that the event below has been postponed until February 12th. Thank you and please accept our apology for the short notice. On Wednesday, January 28, 2015 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, Peru Central School District will be presenting its second workshop of a four part series […]
Posted: January 27th, 2015 under General News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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North Country Regional Economic Development Council Welcomes New Members
From the office of the North Country Regional Economic Council The North Country Regional Economic Development Council (NCREDC) held a public meeting on Friday at the High Peaks Resort in Lake Placid. The meeting, attended by Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul, provided the Council the opportunity to kick off its planning for 2015, report on progress […]
Posted: January 26th, 2015 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Jack Lawliss Loved His Law Law Enforcement Career
By John T. Ryan Longtime Peru resident John “Jack” Lawliss feels and looks good these days. And he’s relaxing! That’s a relief to many people who were thinking of and praying for Jack as he battled tongue cancer. Last spring his cancer treatments forced him to resign from his Peru Town Justice position. Jack […]
Posted: January 25th, 2015 under General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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Local Senior Citizens to Explore the Hudson Valley (Click on story to enlarge print)
Posted: January 23rd, 2015 under General News, Northern NY News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Prosecutor Bharara: After Silver arrest, ‘stay tuned’ for more
Capitol Confidential » Bharara: After Silver arrest, ‘stay tuned’ for more.
Posted: January 23rd, 2015 under General News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Assembly Democrats Standing by Their Man
Standing by their man – Times Union.
Posted: January 23rd, 2015 under General News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Empire State Development Approves $3.4 million to Fund Upstate Projects
A message from Empire State Development The Empire State Development (ESD) Board of Directors met today in New York City and approved $3.4 million in funding for nine projects that are spurring economic growth and opportunity in New York State. These targeted investments will leverage over $19.7 million in private and other public funding to […]
Posted: January 23rd, 2015 under Business News, General News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Empowering Parents Workshop Series Continues
On Wednesday, January 28, 2015 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, Peru Central School District will be presenting its second workshop of a four part series titled ‘Empowering Parents.’ This second workshop will focus on ‘CRUTCHES: A Parenting Framework That Parents Can Lean On’, and hopes to provide parents with tips for managing the challenges of […]
Posted: January 23rd, 2015 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Draft Town Board Meeting Agenda Published
Regular Mtg Agenda 01262015
Posted: January 23rd, 2015 under General News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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Breaking News: FBI raids Essex Town Hall
FBI raids Essex Town Hall – Press-Republican: Local News.
Posted: January 23rd, 2015 under General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Peru 7th-12th Grade Students Practice Lock-down Procedures
A message from the Peru District office: Lock-down procedures were practiced by 7th-12th grade students today. The safety drill that occurred at the Jr/Sr High School was planned months ago. The drill was designed to help students and staff members safely practice emergency procedures. Student safety represents the foundation upon which learning in school is […]
Posted: January 23rd, 2015 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Peru High School Receives Bomb Threat
Update as of 4:38 PM The Jr/Sr High School has been thoroughly cleared by law enforcement. The building will remain secured until a normal class schedule resumes tomorrow. No one will be permitted into the building until tomorrow morning. District Administrator’s will continue to work cooperatively with law enforcement to investigate this incident. The District […]
Posted: January 22nd, 2015 under General News, Law Enforcement News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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Solar Symposium in Peru on February 2nd
A message from the Peru Central School Peru Central School District is taking the lead investigating solar initiatives by hosting a ‘Solar Symposium’ on Monday, February 2, 2015. The meeting will be held in the Jr/Sr High School Auditorium from 4:00 to 7:00 PM and is open to all. Exploring solar opportunities on school campuses […]
Posted: January 22nd, 2015 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Environmental News, General News, Peru News, Peru School News, State Government News.
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Peru United Soccer Club Welcomes Players
A message from Peru United Soccer Club Executive Director Alex Jess We currently have a U6 (Under-6) soccer program going on in the Peru Intermediate Gym on Fridays starting at 6:30 and running until 7:30P. There are seven more sessions, including 1/23/15. There are still 3 spots available. The cost is $45 and that covers […]
Posted: January 22nd, 2015 under General News, Peru News, Youth News.
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