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Archive for March, 2019

CVAC names gymnastics all-stars 

Source: CVAC names gymnastics all-stars – Sun Community News & Printing

City of Plattsburgh OKs Durkee Street lot developer

Source: City OKs Durkee Street lot developer | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Karla Bonoff in Concert 

Source: Karla Bonoff in Concert – Sun Community News & Printing

Stefanik Introduces WAGE Equity Act with 48 Cosponsors

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik   Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik introduced the WAGE Equity Act, which closes the wage gap between women and men while prioritizing employees and businesses over trial lawyers. The 48 cosponsors represent geographic and ideologically diverse parts of the GOP Conference. The WAGE Equity Act is modeled […]

Budget Workshop #5 for Peru Board of Education

The Peru Central School Board of Education will gather Thursday, April 4th at 6 PM in the Jr/Sr High School Community Room for their fifth public session budget workshop.  At this workshop, the School Board is expected to: Review 2nd draft expenditure and revenue plans Receive State Budget update The full agenda will be available […]

Main Street Project Pronounced “Pretty Much Dead” 

Peru – Deputy Supervisor Jim Douglass is residing at Town Board meetings while Supervisor Brandy McDonald recovers from shoulder surgery.  At the Monday, March 25th meeting Douglass declared the long-awaited Main Street upgrade project “pretty much dead.” Instead of narrowing the northern portion of the street and planting trees, the Town is examining other ideas […]

Rabies Clinic For Dogs, Cats & Ferrets

Planning Board April Agenda Includes Preliminary Review For Proposed Jehovah’s Witness Hall at 2645 Route 22

WEDNESDAY, April 10, 2019 @ 7:00 PM TOWN OF PERU CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of March 13, 2019 minutes. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing APPLICATIONS: 1. 3-Lot Minor Subdivision with SEQR: P-2019-002 Chip Blair 3-Lot Minor Subdivision  278.-1-1 306 Patent Rd. Peru, NY 12972 2.  2-Lot Merge with SEQR: […]

Plastic bag ban looks likely to be included in New York state budget 

Source: Plastic bag ban looks likely to be included in New York state budget – newyorkupstate.com

Trout Season Opens April 1

Although the opener is traditionally met with snow, high flows and cold temperatures, April 1 is nonetheless the opening day for trout and salmon fishing throughout the State of New York and an indication that spring is just around the corner. Look for best fishing in more temperate areas of New York including Long Island, […]

Quebec-Based Energy Storage Manufacturer Expanding Operations, Establishing Footprint at Plattsburgh International Airport 

Empire State Development (ESD) today announced that Smart Phases Inc. (DBA Novacab), a hybrid energy storage systems manufacturer headquartered near Montreal, Quebec, is expanding into Plattsburgh and plans to create 32 new jobs. The company’s plans to establish operations at the Plattsburgh International Airport campus further the transformation of the airport into a modern transportation […]

County lands Canadian company

Source: County lands Canadian company | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Gov announces college diversity initiative 

Source: Gov announces college diversity initiative – Sun Community News & Printing

Fort Drum’s economic impact in the North Country almost $2 billion | NCPR News

Source: Fort Drum’s economic impact in the North Country almost $2 billion | NCPR News

Fort Drum Sgt. who died stopping suicide bomber to receive Medal of Honor | NCPR News

Source: Fort Drum Sgt. who died stopping suicide bomber to receive Medal of Honor | NCPR News

State police investigate death of Rouses Point woman

Source: State police investigate death of Rouses Point woman – Sun Community News & Printing

Redevelopment of Pfizer property ongoing 

Source: Redevelopment of Pfizer property ongoing – Sun Community News & Printing

Measles in Rockland: State of emergency declared

Source: Measles in Rockland: State of emergency declared

Approved Minutes of Town Board’s March 11, 2019 Meeting

The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday March 11, 2019 at the Peru Town Hall.  Those present were Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor-Excused; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. James Langley, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Richard Barber,  Councilman; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk; Mr. Matthew Favro, Town Attorney.  Also present […]

CVPH, Hudson Headwaters open new health center 

Source: CVPH, Hudson Headwaters open new health center – Sun Community News & Printing

AGENDA TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING

MARCH 25, 2019 @ 7:00 PM Call Meeting To Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call MOTION:  Approval of Minutes for the Town Board Regular Meeting of March 11, 2019.  Community Input RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION:  Bid Opening and Sale of 2008 Ford F250. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION:   Acceptance of Mark Lukens on the Planning Board. DISCUSSION:  Electronic Death Certificate Registry. […]

First Friday Free Family Films at PCC

“THE INCREDIBLES” on APRIL 5th The next Peru Community Church FIRST FRIDAY FREE FAMILY FILMS will be Friday, April 5th. Doors open at 6PM with movie starting at 6:30PM, in the main hall of the church’s Fellowship Center at 13 Elm Street. “THE INCREDIBLES”, rated PG for the whole family. Married superheroes are forced to […]

Business Expo Registration and Seminar

Registration has begun for the largest business show in northern New York. The North Country Chamber Business Expo will be held on June 6th at the SUNY Field House. Reserve your booth today by visiting www.northcountrychamber.com. Details including booth prices, times, and more can be found on our website. Showcase your products and services to […]

Stefanik Releases Statement on the Findings of the Mueller Investigation

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Following the release of Attorney General Barr’s conclusions on the Mueller report, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released the below statement: “I have consistently supported the Mueller investigation from the beginning,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “Policymakers on both sides of the aisle should respect the findings of this […]

Joseph Barshow named to Dean’s List at Paul Smith’s College

PAUL SMITHS, NY (03/25/2019)– Joseph Barshow of Peru has been named to the Dean’s List at Paul Smith’s College for the fall 2018 semester. Barshow, majoring in Forestry, earned a semester average of 3.3 or higher to receive this distinction. About Paul Smith’s College At Paul Smith’s College, it’s about the experience. We are the […]