Archive for November, 2015
Stand Center for the Arts Holiday Movies
PLATTSBURGH, NY-The Strand Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the start of a series of films for the holidays is coming to The Historic Strand Center Theatre. The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) G Sat, Dec 19th, 2015 at 2:00 pm The Muppets perform the classic Dickens holiday tale, with Kermit the Frog playing […]
Posted: November 30th, 2015 under Arts and Entertainment, General News, Northern NY News.
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NNY Sheep and Goat Week Programs for Youth and Adults
Plattsburgh, NY. Cornell Cooperative Extension is inviting small livestock producers in Essex County to learn winter feeding tips and the latest results of parasite control research for sheep and goat farmers on Thursday, December 3rd. A 6 pm meeting will focus on different breeds and general animal care for youth. A 7 pm meeting follows […]
Posted: November 30th, 2015 under Agricultural News, Business News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Christmas Tree Lighting December 4th
Peru – Peru’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting will take place on Friday, December 4th at 6:50 p.m. at the Little Ausable River Park Gazebo. A few minutes later Peru Volunteer Fire Department trucks will arrive with Santa Claus who will lead all the children and parents into the Peru Community Church Fellowship Center for fun […]
Posted: November 23rd, 2015 under General News, Peru News.
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Agenda for the Monday, November 23, 2015 Town Board Meeting
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Posted: November 20th, 2015 under General News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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Coats for Peru’s Kids
L-R Peru Elementary School Principal Matt Slattery, School Nurse Nicole Powers, Peru Knights of Columbus Deputy Grand Knight Dwane Bast and Coats for Kids Chairman John Ryan PERU – On November 19th, St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273 Deputy Grand Knight Dwane Bast and Coats For Kids Chairman John Ryan presented twenty-four new boys […]
Posted: November 19th, 2015 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News, Youth News.
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Scarlett James Grand Revue Presents the Art of Burlesque
PLATTSBURGH, NY-The Strand Center for the Arts is pleased to announce that Scarlett James and her Burlesque Show are coming to The Historic Strand Center Theatre. This show will be performed on November 21st at 7:30pm at the Strand Center Theatre located at 25 Brinkerhoff Street in Plattsburgh, NY The Art of Burlesque is a […]
Posted: November 19th, 2015 under Arts and Entertainment, General News, Northern NY News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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It’s Turkey Trot Time
The Peru Lions Club will be hosting their 38th annual John P. Adams Memorial Turkey Trot on November 26th, 2015 (Thanksgiving Day). Preregister by going to www.perulionsclubnewyork.org . Click online Registration. Then click www.adirondackcoastevents.com , for online registration. Or, click on “Download printable entry form. Same day registration starts at 7:30 a.m. at the Peru […]
Posted: November 19th, 2015 under General News, Peru News.
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Interested in Growing Vegetables for a Living? Learn How at Dec 10 Workshop in Westport
Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) and the Northern New York Agricultural Development Program will help new, prospective and experienced vegetable growers learn how to choose and grow the best crops for profit using high tunnel structures that allow for nearly year’round production. A workshop is set for Thursday, December 10 form 5:30 pm to 8:30pm at […]
Posted: November 18th, 2015 under Agricultural News, Business News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Keenan Area Five Winner
Absentee ballots and affidavits were counted this morning at the Clinton County Board of Elections. In the contest for Area Five Clinton County Legislator Democrat Peter Keenan received 629 total votes to Republican Rhonda Barber’s 587. On Election Day, Keenan had a 32 vote lead. After today’s count he won by 42 votes. Rhonda Barber […]
Posted: November 16th, 2015 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SOUGHT ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE REMSEN LAKE – PLACID TRAVEL CORRIDOR UNIT MANAGEMENT PLAN
Public Comments Accepted Through December 18, 2015 Ray Brook, NY – The Adirondack Park Agency (APA or Agency), at its November board meeting, announced a public comment period for Adirondack Park State Land Master Plan conformance regarding proposals from the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to amend the 1996 […]
Posted: November 14th, 2015 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Leash Law Enforced, Dog Law Change to be Rescinded, Vandalism Continues
By John T Ryan Approving the 2016 Town of Peru budget was the primary business at the Town Board’s November 9th meeting; however, there were several other important issues on the agenda. A Peru resident recently paid a $150 fine in Peru Town Court for a leash law violation. Dog Control Officer David Drollette typically […]
Posted: November 12th, 2015 under General News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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Loud and Strong in Tribute
Retired Peru Central Music/Band Director Lynn Wilke played a flawless rendition of Taps at the November 11, 2015 Peru VFW Post 309 Veterans Day Service.
Posted: November 12th, 2015 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Town of Peru Supervisor Peter Glushko, a retired U.S. Air Force Officer, represented the Town of Peru at today’s Peru VFW Post 309 Veterans Day Service. Post Commander Rick Cornish introduced Mr. Glushko.
Posted: November 11th, 2015 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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Langley’s Last Official Act as a 17-year County Legislator
Former Clinton County Legislature Chairman and current Area 7 Legislator James Langley was a guest speaker at today’s VFW Post 309 Veterans Day Service. Post Commander Rick Cornish made the introduction.
Posted: November 11th, 2015 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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Town Stays Below Tax Cap For 2016, But It Wasn’t Easy
By John T. Ryan The Peru Town Council unanimously approved the Town’s 2016 budget at its Monday, November 19, 2015 meeting. Town Supervisor Peter Glushko said the tax levy increase is under the state mandated 0.72 percent tax levy cap. The 2016 tax levy will total $2,321,663, an increase of $65,405 from 2015. Combined town […]
Posted: November 11th, 2015 under General News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Kent-Delord House Museum to honor Veterans Day – Sun Community News & Printing
PLATTSBURGH — In honor of Veterans Day and to acknowledge New York History Month, the Kent-Delord House Museum will be open Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. free of charge. Source: Kent-Delord House Museum to honor Veterans Day – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: November 10th, 2015 under General News.
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Comptroller Budget Report: NY’s Economy Slowing Down
Source: Comptroller Budget Report: NY’s Economy Slowing Down
Posted: November 7th, 2015 under General News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Wayne Handley in the Community Gallery at The Strand Center for the Arts in November
PLATTSBURGH, NY –The exhibit will be on view in The Strand Center Main Gallery at 23 Brinkerhoff Street in Plattsburgh from November 13 to December 4, 2015. The Opening Reception will take place Friday, November 13 from 4:30 to 6:30 PM and is free and open to the public. Handley was educated at Michigan State […]
Posted: November 6th, 2015 under Arts and Entertainment, General News, Northern NY News.
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Peru School Board Regular Meeting November 10, 2015
Peru Central’s Board of Education launches its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at 6:00 PM at the school district’s Community Room, adjacent to the main entrance of Peru Jr/Sr High School. An executive session associated with particular personnel matters will take place immediately following the 6:00 PM start. The school board is […]
Posted: November 6th, 2015 under Education News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Learn About the United Way’s Partner Agencies
On Friday November 6th, Champlain Centre will be celebrating United Way from 5-8pm. United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. will have 30 different partner agencies with information about their respective organizations. “We are excited about our partnership with the mall and the opportunity to educate people about the many programs and services that our […]
Posted: November 6th, 2015 under General News, Northern NY News.
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Town Board Agenda for Monday, November 9, 2015
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Posted: November 6th, 2015 under General News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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Veterans Highway open, free this weekend – Sun Community News & Printing
LAKE GEORGE — Spectacular mountain views from atop Prospect Mountain can be seen this weekend for free, thanks to the efforts of three local veterans working in collaboration with the state Department of Environmental Conservation. Source: Veterans Highway open, free this weekend – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: November 5th, 2015 under General News.
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It’s That Time of Year Again
NYSEG recently mailed out an energy supplier information postcard. It’s very good, except it doesn’t mention electricity and it doesn’t have the question: Does your plan require a periodic renewal and when? Some suppliers (ESCOs) require an annual renewal; if you do not renew each year your rates can skyrocket.
Posted: November 5th, 2015 under Business News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Keenan Appears to be the Winner in Area 5
Peter Keenan leads by Rhonda Barber 42 votes in Clinton County Legislature Area Five. These totals do not include any absentee ballots: Peru Keenan 260 Barber 119 Schuyler Falls Keenan 326 Barber 425 Keenan received total 586 votes vs. Barber’s 544.
Posted: November 3rd, 2015 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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Brandy McDonald and James Langley Unofficial Winners
Vote totals for the two Peru Town Board positions not counting absentee ballots: Brandy McDonald 659 Kregg Bruno 454 Dwane Bast 306 James Langley 635 Langley and McDonald are the unofficial winners. Vote result are not in yet for the Peter Keenan vs. Rhonda Barber race. Only 1,075 voters cast ballots out of 4,146 registered […]
Posted: November 3rd, 2015 under General News, Northern NY News, Opinion, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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