Archive for April, 2016
Trump is Coming to Plattsburgh – Here’s Where to Get Tickets
Tickets are available for Donald Trump’s Friday, 3.p.m. appearance at the Crete Civic Center. https://www.donaldjtrump.com/sched…/register/plattsburgh-ny/
Posted: April 14th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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A Great Way to Help Our Region
Hello Everyone, We need your help!! The Olympic Center in Lake Placid is one of the top 10 finalist in the Kraft Hockeyville USA competition. Voting to move to Phase 2 as a top 4 Finalist begins today thru Thursday. And then a final Phase starting on April 25!! If we win the Kraft Hockeyville […]
Posted: April 13th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Verizon workers go on strike amid contract dispute – Times Union
The workers, members of two unions — the Communications Workers of America and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers — represent installers, customer service employees, repairmen and other service workers in Connecticut, Delaware, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C., for Verizon’s wireline business, which provides fixed-line phone services […]
Posted: April 13th, 2016 under Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Spaghetti Dinner to Benefit Bill McBride Jr. As He Battles Cancer
Peru – St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273 will host a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, April 16th at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center. “ALL YOU CAN EAT” spaghetti, salad, Italian bread and a delicious dessert will be served from 4:30 to 6:30 PM for only $7.50 per person, $2.50 for children 6 to 12, […]
Posted: April 12th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru resident news/accomplishments.
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Retired Peru Central Coach Passes Away
Obituary of Scott William “Coach” Woodward from the Hamilton Funeral Home Website Port Kent – Scott William “Coach” Woodward, 60, of Lake Street, Port Kent, passed away Monday, April 11, 2016 at his home. He was born in Plattsburgh, October 17, 1955 on a golden autumn morning the son of the late Robert William and […]
Posted: April 12th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History.
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Security & Privacy – What You Need To Know
The North Country Chamber of Commerce presents an interactive session on privacy, information security, and risk in business. The seminar will be held on April 26th from 8:30 – 10:30am at the North Country Chamber of Commerce. The session includes live demonstrations of what is happening in the world today and will increase your awareness […]
Posted: April 12th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Peru Central Retired Coach Passes Away
Obituary of Scott Woodward Scott M. Woodward Port Kent – Scott M. Woodward, 60, of Lake Street, Port Kent, died unexpectedly, Monday, April 11, 2016 at his home. He was born in Plattsburgh, October 17, 2016, son of the late Robert William and Barbara (Bromley) Woodward. Service details are incomplete and will be announced. Arrangements […]
Posted: April 11th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History, Youth News.
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Stefanik Raises $330,000 in 1st Quarter; Surpasses $1.1 Million Cash on Hand for Re-election
Glens Falls – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik today announced a 1st Quarter fundraising total of $330,000. Stefanik’s re-election campaign received donations from every one of the 12 counties in New York’s 21st Congressional District, and now has more than $1.1 million cash on hand. “I’m grateful for the outpouring of support across the North Country and […]
Posted: April 11th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Congressional News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Food Drives a Part of the Day of Caring
On Saturday, April 16th, 2016 volunteers across Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties will lend their hand to the annual Day of Caring event hosted by the United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc., Project H.E.L.P. at SUNY Plattsburgh and the Adirondack Coast Visitors Bureau. Kathy Snow, Director of Development of the United Way of the […]
Posted: April 11th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Peru School Board Regular Meeting April 12, 2016
Peru Central’s Board of Education launches its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 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: April 8th, 2016 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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AGENDA – TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING, April 11, 2016, 7:00 PM
Call Meeting To Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call MOTION: Approval of Minutes for the Town Board Regular Meeting of March 28, 2016, and the Special Board meeting of April 5, 2016. DISCUSSION/MOTION: Reports from all Departments: (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; and Banking Reports) Community Input […]
Posted: April 7th, 2016 under General News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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Thera-Pets Offering Two Spring Programs – Both Are Free of Charge
Programs Are For Children With Physical or Developmental Issues and Grieving Children Thera-Pets of Clinton, Essex and Franklin Counties is offering its spring schedule of on-site programs. This organization is a not for profit 501©3 corporation and all offerings are free of charge. This spring there will be two programs offered. The first is for […]
Posted: April 7th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Spring Sports 2016: Peru Indians – Sun Community News & Printing
Golf, Baseball, Tennis, Softball, Track and Field Source: Spring Sports 2016: Peru Indians – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: April 6th, 2016 under Education News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Despite test changes, Plattsburgh parents are still opting out | NCPR News
Source: Despite test changes, Plattsburgh parents are still opting out | NCPR News
Posted: April 6th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Your Input Will Help Peru Central Improve its Technology
A Message from the Office of the Peru Superintendent of Schools Peru Central School District is looking for community input regarding computer technology. Interested persons may complete a survey on the District’s website at https://questionnaire.bbyt.es/campaigns/56c369198dba7806683922ff. The surveys, titled Community Survey and District Technology Survey, are available under the Quick Links section of the homepage. The survey […]
Posted: April 6th, 2016 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Inaugural Pickleball Tournament to Benefit CCC Veterans Club
PLATTSBURGH – Announcing the Inaugural Plattsburgh Pickleball Tournament to be held at Clinton Community College Gym 136 Clinton Point Drive, Plattsburgh – with all proceeds to benefit the Clinton Community College Veterans Club. There will be 6 courts used at the site of the DOUBLE ELIMINATION Non-Sanctioned Tournament that will commence on Friday, May 6 at […]
Posted: April 6th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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North Country Honor Flight’s New Leader Barrie Finnegan Interviewed by WCFE
Posted: April 5th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Veterans' News.
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Budget Workshop #5 for Peru Board of Education
The Peru Central School Board of Education will gather Thursday, April 7th at 5:00 PM in the Jr/Sr High School Community Room for their fifth public session budget workshop. An executive session will take place immediately following the 5:00 PM start. The school board is slated to reconvene for public session business at approximately 6:00 […]
Posted: April 5th, 2016 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Shape Up Clinton County Comes to Peru
SHAPE UP CLINTON COUNTY! (Read our previous story for background information.) New and Exciting Program for YOUR Kids this Summer Gymnastics,/Tumbling, Hip Hop Dance, Golf, Karate and Archery. Registration for all of the following Peru Youth Commission Activities will be held on Friday, April 8th from 5 PM- 9 PM and Friday, April 15th from […]
Posted: April 5th, 2016 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News, Youth News.
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Sign-up for Summer and Fall Youth Commission Activities Scheduled
The Peru Youth Commission will be holding registration for all of their Summer and Fall Activities on Friday April 8th from 5 PM- 9 PM and Friday April 15th from 5-9 PM at the Peru Town Hall. Activities include Team Sports for Baseball/Softball, and Soccer. Summer weekly camps in Soccer, Tennis and Arts and Crafts […]
Posted: April 5th, 2016 under General News, Peru News, Town Board News, Youth News.
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Empire State Development Launches Global NY Find in the North Country
GRANTS UP TO $50,000 AND LOANS UP TO $500,000 AVAILABLE TO HELP BUSINESSES ENTER THE GLOBAL MARKETPLACE (News Release from Empire State Development (ESD) Empire State Development (ESD) today announced the Global NY Fund Tour visited the North Country region this week, stopping first in Watertown yesterday, Monday, April 4, before heading to Plattsburgh today. […]
Posted: April 5th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Cuomo takes $15 minimum wage, paid leave victory lap – Capitol Confidential
Source: Cuomo takes $15 minimum wage, paid leave victory lap – Capitol Confidential
Posted: April 5th, 2016 under Business News, General News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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“AFTER MIDNIGHT” – A Patsy Cline Experience
If you’re a Patsy Cline music lover or simply enjoy country music and a good time, you’re sure to enjoy “AFTER MIDNIGHT” with Courtney Shayne at the Peru Community Church Fellowship Center on Saturday, April 23rd at 6 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the Peru Community Church Capital Campaign. Courtney Shayne’s beautiful voice and humor thrilled a […]
Posted: April 4th, 2016 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Religious News.
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Bye Bye Birdie Was A Blast
Sunday’s Chazy Music Theater’s Matinee performance of Bye Bye Birdie. was a wonderful experience. The performers were extremely talented and the orchestra was outstanding. Several Peru residents/former residents performed including Ross Coughlin, Tony Andrews Anne Lawliss Folley and Jamie Roberts. Anastasia Pratt was orchestra’s bass musician. If there are more, let me know. The Peru […]
Posted: April 4th, 2016 under Arts and Entertainment, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Home Entered and Car Stolen This Morning
Peru residents should be aware that a person/persons entered a Jenkins Street home this morning between midnight and 5 a.m. After forcing open the kitchen door the thief(s) took car keys from the kitchen table and stole the resident’s vehicle. As of 8 p.m. the vehicle has not been located. The family of three was […]
Posted: April 2nd, 2016 under General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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