The Peru Gazette

 April 29 Through May 5 is National Small Business Week This week, April 29 through May 5, has been designated as National Small Business Week and Empire State Development (ESD), and the Departments of Labor, Taxation and Finance, and Agriculture and Markets are encouraging all New Yorkers to support local small businesses. A cornerstone of […]

Source: DiNapoli report highlights lump-sum spending, reduced transparency in budget – Capitol Confidential

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that he is co-sponsoring legislation that would allow school districts to adopt teacher evaluation systems best suited for their community needs (A.10475). This would replace the “one-size fits all” method of using state assessments in the determination of a teacher or principal’s evaluation. […]

The Barney Downs Road Convenience Station is closed today (Saturday, April 28, 2018) for an unexplained reason.

Peru, NY – In spite of rain showers there was a good turnout this morning for the inaugural Peru PTO Peru Pride 5k Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run at Heyworth/Mason Park. 142 runners/walkers signed up prior to this morning and more signed up today. All proceeds will benefit the Peru PTO playground replacement fund. “The […]

By John T. Ryan Recent letters to the Press Republican Editor have made people aware of an ongoing debate within our local historical community. The debate involves a plan under consideration by the Saranac Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) to relocate a monument that commemorates the valor of American forces led […]

The Plattsburgh Rotary Club announces the 32nd Annual Rotary International Fishing Classic will be held on beautiful Lake Champlain Friday, June 1 to Sunday, June 3, 2018.  Cash prizes will be awarded to the 1st through 5th place fish (by weight) in three divisions: 1) lake trout, 2) walleye and 3) land-locked Atlantic salmon, steelhead […]

MAY 12-13, 2018 is Opening Weekend for the Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum. It will be open from 10 AM to 4 PM both days. There will be plowing and planting with antique farm equipment ongoing throughout the weekend. Other demonstrations include the granary, blacksmith shop and weaving (Kendra Durant).   Work with a […]

The Peru Cemetery Association is organizing our annual cleanup for Saturday, May 12, 2018, 9 AM – 12 PM.  Please join us Saturday May 12th. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact any of our board members. Darrell Altizer 643 7957 Barbara Perry 643 8822 Scott Sartwell 643 2508 Marian Peters 643 2226 […]

Spring turkey season opens May 1 in all of upstate New York north of the Bronx-Westchester County boundary.  With reproductive success below the long-term average in 2016 and 2017, coupled with harsh winter conditions this year, it is anticipated that the spring harvest will be down from last year. However, good hunting opportunities can be […]

Source: Judge tosses state permit on mega-farm manure waste – Times Union

The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday, April 9, 2018, at the Peru Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. James Langley, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Matthew Favro, Town Attorney; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk. Also present were Mr. Courtney Tetrault, […]

The Clinton County Historical Association Announces: ³Relics of War: Clinton County 1774 – 1815 ² May 7, 2018 from 6:30 7:30 pm Clinton County Historical Association Museum, 98 Ohio Avenue, Plattsburgh Admission is Free Please join the Clinton County Historical Association (CCHA) on May 7, 2018, at the CCHA Museum, at 6:30 pm for an […]

Source: East Branch of Ausable River over flood stage | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: NY governor condemns federal raid on upstate dairy farm | News & Observer

By John T. Ryan  Peru School District Superintendent Dr. Thomas Palmer addressed the Town Board and residents regarding the District’s Capital Project that will be voted on by voters on May 15, 2018. The District seeks approval for an $18,485,000 “Three R” Capital Project that the Board says is designed to renovate, rejuvenate and restore […]

PLATTSBURGH, NEW YORK – Prescription Opiate and Heroin Addiction and opiate-related overdoses continue to increase in the North Country. Several local professionals and concerned citizens have joined forces to form Substance Abuse Prevention and Recovery of Clinton County (SPARCC). The coalition, comprised of people in recovery, concerned citizens, treatment providers, elected officials, law enforcement, educators, […]

Source: SkyWest to begin service in late August | Local News | pressrepublican.com

From the Office of Assemblyman Bill Jones Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that legislation he introduced designating Chazy Lake as an inland waterway for the purposes of waterfront revitalization has passed the Assembly (A.8723-A). “Chazy Lake is a prime example of the North Country’s true beauty,” Jones said. “This legislation further commits to protecting our area’s […]

A Peru Gazette meeting summary will be added ASAP. Peru School District Superintendent Dr. Thomas Palmer was present to describe the $18 million capital project proposition that the voters will decide on May 15, 2018. His talk begins at the 11:15 minute/second mark of the video. Click here for Capital Project Details  

Source: Legislative hearing on aid-in-dying bill attracts big crowds – Times Union

Source: Cuomo proposes plastic-bag ban – Times Union

Source: ‘We can treat them close to home’ | Local News | pressrepublican.com

On May 5, 2018 two significant roadside historical markers will be unveiled – one in Harkness and one in Keeseville. A third marker will be unveiled on May 19th in Keeseville. The public is warmly invited to attend. The Anderson Falls Heritage Society in Keeseville was granted permission to erect the markers. The markers were […]