The Peru Gazette

Source: Nursing homes face high vacancies amid pandemic, raising fears for future | Newsday

[Glens Falls, NY] – Adirondack Health Institute announces the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors. Jeannie Cross, Geoffrey Peck, and Robert Ross will each serve a three-year term.   A retired health care executive, Cross most recently headed state and federal government relations efforts at Metropolitan Jewish Health System (MJHS), one […]

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce A bill that requires workplaces to have COVID-related safety measures in place was signed into law on Wednesday night by Gov. Andrew Cuomo. But the approval of the bill came with an agreement with Democrats in the state Legislature that amendments would be added in the coming weeks […]

Peru Central District residents Mark Hamilton, Jonathon Malcolm, and Jeff St. Denis are seeking a five-year term on the Board of Education. School district voters will cast ballots at the district’s annual meeting on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, from 12:00 Noon to 9:00 p.m. The Peru Gazette posed several questions to each candidate and requested […]

May 10, 2021. As the progress in the fight against COVID continues, we are taking new action to bring the vaccine directly to New Yorkers. From May 12 through May 16, eight new pop-up vaccination sites will open at MTA stations in the New York City, Long Island and Mid-Hudson regions. Getting a shot at […]

Source: City Police investigate PCSD incident | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | A longtime City of Plattsburgh crossing guard is under investigation after widely shared videos surfaced showing a confrontation between him and a Stafford Middle School student.

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Garden Salad Spaghetti Garlic Bread, plus other bread to take home Dessert Served take-out only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., in Peru. ALL ARE WELCOME!!!!!!

PLATTSBURGH, NY – The Strand Center for the Arts is thrilled to host “Gods and Monsters,” artwork created by painter, Jim Kobak, in the Main Gallery. Jim Kobak grew up as a metal-head in the suburban dystopia of Northern New Jersey. He was highly influenced by the Reagan-Era Thrash metal and hardcore punk movement blowing […]

Source: Employee-ownership can prevent job losses and closures when North Country business owners retire | NCPR News

Since our 5/7 update, 7 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has COVID-19 Vaccination appointments available! – Wednesday, May 12 at Northern Cakes in Plattsburgh – Friday, May 14 at Clinton Community College – Saturday, May 22 at the Ted K Center in Plattsburgh To register for any of these clinics, visit […]

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On Monday, May 10th  from 7am – 5 pm Rifenburg Contracting will be closing North Bend @ the intersection with Sunrise Drive. Local residents and emergency vehicles will need to use the following routes. For TD Bank and addresses 2-6, North Bend must be accessed at TD Bank intersection.  For Sunrise Dr and addresses 8- […]

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Source: Local father dies trying to save toddler son | Sun Community News WILLSBORO | An afternoon on Lake Champlain turned tragic May 7 when a young father lost his life trying to save his toddler son.

It was only 8 this morning; nevertheless, enthusiastic volunteers reported to the Peru Town Hall for Peru Clean-up Day. Organizer Scott Coleman welcomed everyone and assigned areas that need cleanup. Sean Lucas, of Casella Waste Systems, handed out free trash bags, safety vests, trash grabbers, and plastic mugs to the volunteers.   Scott Coleman said, […]

May 7, 2021. New Yorkers have been amazing in acting for the good of the group throughout the pandemic, and as we near the light at the end of this COVID tunnel, we must continue to work together. Remember that all New York State-operated vaccination sites are open for walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis. […]

Source: Longtime judge turned clerk retires with high regard | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | After more than two decades of dedicated service to the Town of Plattsburgh, former Town Justice turned elected clerk Kevin Patnode has officially retired.

The Peru Town Board scheduled a public hearing for a local law for May 10 at 5:45 p.m. at the Town Hall. TOWN OF PERU LOCAL LAW #1 OF 2021   A LOCAL LAW PROVIDING FOR PRIOR NOTIFICATION OF DEFECTS   BE IT ENACTED by the Peru Town Board as follows:   Section I: TITLE […]