Archive for January, 2017
Walentuk takes the helm of Section VII sports – Sun Community News & Printing
PLATTSBURGH — Former Seton Catholic and Lake Placid Athletic Director Matthew Walentuk has been named as the new Interscholastic Athletics Administrator for Section VII. Source: Walentuk takes the helm of Section VII sports – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: January 12th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Free Info Session for Chambers Danube River Cruise
The North Country Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Fee Information session on January 23rd for the newest travel option River Cruise on the Danube. Join at the Chamber of Commerce (7061 Route 9, Plattsburgh) from 5:00 6:00pm to learn more or log on to the webinar from home. RSVP required. Call 563-1000 […]
Posted: January 12th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News.
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IRS to delay tax refunds for millions of low-income families
The IRS is delaying tax refunds for millions of low-income families as the agency steps up efforts to combat identity theft and refund fraud Source: IRS to delay tax refunds for millions of low-income families
Posted: January 11th, 2017 under General News, Law Enforcement News.
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Plattsburgh International Airport awarded $38M for expansion plan
Funds announced during New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s State of the State address Wednesday in Albany Source: Plattsburgh International Airport awarded $38M for expansion plan
Posted: January 11th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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Town Board Organizes for 2017
By John T. Ryan Peru – The Peru Town Board conducted its 2017 Organizational Meeting on Monday, January 9th. Items approved included: Salaries for Elected Positions; Appointees, Appointee Salaries; Department Liaisons; Meeting Dates and Times; 2017 Contracts. Mileage will be reimbursed at the rate of 53.5 cents per mile (1 cent less than last year). […]
Posted: January 11th, 2017 under Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Property Owner Has Until April 3 to Demolish or Repair
The Peru Town Board has given a 39 North Bend Street property owner until April 3rd to demolish or correct deficiencies on their property. The Board authorized the action following a January 9th Public Hearing. The property owner Rose Simpson Rodriquez did not appear nor did anyone on her behalf appear at the hearing. The […]
Posted: January 11th, 2017 under General News, Law Enforcement News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Poets and Aspiring Poets Take Notice
Posted: January 11th, 2017 under Education News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Cuomo looks to counties to solve high property tax rates | NCPR News
Source: Cuomo looks to counties to solve high property tax rates | NCPR News
Posted: January 11th, 2017 under General News, State Government News.
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State awards $38 million to Plattsburgh Airport | News | pressrepublican.com
Money will pay for new cargo center and general aviation customs facility. Source: State awards $38 million to Plattsburgh Airport | News | pressrepublican.com
Posted: January 11th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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Attica prison in lockdown after prisoner fights – Times Union
ATTICA, N.Y. (AP) — New York’s correctional officer’s union says Attica Correctional Facility was placed on lockdown after five fights involving illegal weapons broke out in the span of two days. The western New York maximum security prison has been on lockdown since Sunday while officials search the facility for weapons and other contraband. Source: […]
Posted: January 11th, 2017 under General News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News.
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A Lot of Waste Tires in Franklin County
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law, protecting fish and wildlife and preserving environmental quality across New York. In November, ECO Jennifer Okonuk began an investigation into the complaint of waste tires being stored at an auto repair facility in the […]
Posted: January 11th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Environmental News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Chip firms walking away from landmark SUNY Poly program – Times Union
Source: Chip firms walking away from landmark SUNY Poly program – Times Union
Posted: January 10th, 2017 under Law Enforcement News, State Government News.
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Bingo Cancelled
Peru, NY – Based on the weather advisory for the Champlain Valley the Peru Knights of Columbus bingo scheduled for tonight (Tuesday, January 10th) is cancelled.
Posted: January 10th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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You’re Invited to Visit Peru’s New Town Court Building
By John T. Ryan Peru – Peru Town Court invites everyone to an Open House on Saturday, January 14th from 9 till noon. The recently opened Town Court building is located at 22 Davey Lane, behind Langley Insurance and McDonald’s. You’ll have an opportunity to ask questions and see all aspects of the beautiful facility. […]
Posted: January 9th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Area Variance to be Considered on January 18th
AGENDA – ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS, WEDNESDAY, January 18, 2017 @ 7:00 PM, TOWN OF PERU CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of December 21, 2016 minutes. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing APPLICATIONS: 1. Area Variance Z-2016-018: Forrence Orchards Inc. 2731 Route 22 Peru NY 12972 ANY FURTHER BUSINESS: Introduction of Matt Favro, Town […]
Posted: January 9th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Zoning Board News.
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Fundraising underway for new playground at Peru Central School – Sun Community News & Printing
PERU — Peru Central PTO members are looking to replace the district’s third- through sixth-grade playground. Source: Fundraising underway for new playground at Peru Central School – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: January 8th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History.
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Plattsburgh K-Mart safe for now | Local News | pressrepublican.com
Store is not on the latest list of upcoming closings. Source: Plattsburgh K-Mart safe for now | Local News | pressrepublican.com
Posted: January 6th, 2017 under Business News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Peru School Board Regular Meeting January 10, 2017
Peru Central’s Board of Education launches its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, January 10, 2017 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: January 6th, 2017 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Agenda Town Board Regular Meeting of January 9, 2017 at 7 p.m.
Call Meeting To Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call MOTION: Approval of Minutes for the Town Board Regular Meeting of December 30, 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 DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Appointment of Tom Fusco to Zoning Board of […]
Posted: January 6th, 2017 under General News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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Public Hearing on North Bend Street Property
AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARING ON Rose Simpson Property (Click here for Peru Gazette Details) January 9, 2017, 6:00 PM at the Peru Town Hall 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
Posted: January 6th, 2017 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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2017 Organizational Meeting Agenda
AGENDA – TOWN BOARD ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING, JANUARY 9, 2017, 6:30 PM Call Meeting To Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of 2017 Salaries for Elected Positions. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Approval of 2017 Appointees. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of 2017 Appointee Salaries and Frequency of Payments DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of Town Department Liaisons. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of 2017 Regular Town Board Meeting Dates […]
Posted: January 6th, 2017 under General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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Miranda Smith of Peru Made the SUNY Canton President’s List
CANTON, NY (01/06/2017)– Miranda Smith of Peru, NY, 12972, made the SUNY Canton President’s List during the Fall 2016 semester. “Congratulations Miranda,” said SUNY Canton President Zvi Szafran. “You have demonstrated a great commitment to your academic studies and should be proud of your accomplishments. In recognition of your success, I am pleased to include […]
Posted: January 6th, 2017 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News.
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Plattsburgh council struggles with deficit and taxes as budget deadline nears | NCPR News
Source: Plattsburgh council struggles with deficit and taxes as budget deadline nears | NCPR News
Posted: January 5th, 2017 under General News, Northern NY News.
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NYS DEC Lifeguard Qualifying Procedures Begin January 21, 2017
New Yorkers that love the outdoors and are looking for summer employment are invited to participate in free lifeguard qualifying procedures beginning January 21, 2017, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today. Seasonal lifeguard positions are available at DEC campgrounds throughout the Adirondack and Catskill parks this summer. The current hourly […]
Posted: January 5th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Sporting License Buyers – Beware of Opportunistic Websites
A Message from the New York State DEC Anglers and hunters should be aware of at least two currently active non-DEC websites where one can, purportedly, purchase a fishing license, hunting license or receive hunter education training that meets New York requirements: Fishinglicense.org Hunting-license.org Among other things, these sites offer information on how their products […]
Posted: January 5th, 2017 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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