The Peru Gazette

Source: Syracuse officials tackle ‘crisis of violent culture’ after 2 teens killed: Adults at fault for kids killing kids – syracuse.com

On November 11, 1930, thousands of Plattsburgh’s citizens turned out for the dedication of the city’s newest bridge. The Bridge Street Stone Arch Bridge replaced an aging and inelegant steel strut bridge to join the beautiful City Hall and McDonough Monument as iconic structures in Plattsburgh. Join Roger Black on Monday, June 17th at 6:30 […]

Source: 2 more free concerts confirmed for 2021 NYS Fair – syracuse.com

Source: Plattsburgh’s new YMCA location to open July 1 | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Back in November the YMCA was in negotiations with the City of Plattsburgh about leasing the City Recreation Center at the U.S. Oval.

Source: Schuyler Falls man pleads guilty in police shooting case  | Sun Community News SCHUYLER FALLS | A Schuyler Falls man will now serve 12 years in prison following a volatile standoff with police left him hospitalized and facing attempted murder charges.

Since our 5/24 update, ZERO additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases has been reported. CCHD has COVID-19 Vaccination appointments available! – Thursday, May 27 at CCHD in Plattsburgh – Saturday, June 12 at Champlain Centre South (formerly Friendly’s) in Plattsburgh To register for any of these clinics, visit http://www.clintonhealth.org/covid19vaccine/ or call 518-565-4848. Here are links to […]

Town of Peru employees are erecting the Home Town Hero banners today. Luke Fessett came to work dressed for the occasion. He said this outfit is much cooler than the Santa Claus outfit he wore last year. Chris Martineau is working with him. The number of banners has grown so much that they’re being placed […]

The girl was the second teenager to be killed on the West Side of Syracuse in three days. On Friday night, a 15-year-old died after police say he was shot by a 14-year-old. Source: 13-year-old girl dies after being stabbed on Syracuse’s West Side – syracuse.com

Source: NY reverses day care mask policy: 2-5 year olds encouraged, not required, to wear masks – syracuse.com

As of 11am this morning, 63.7 percent of adult New Yorkers have completed at least one vaccine dose.  Get vaccinated and get a free State Park pass.  May 24, 2021. Since its launch in March, more than 1 million Excelsior Passes have been retrieved—a great milestone. After a long and incredibly difficult year, New Yorkers […]

Source: Poll finds good and bad news for embattled Cuomo | NCPR News

Source: After two St. Lawrence County teens’ suicides, how do parents protect their kids online? | NCPR News

Source: Fish Creek Pond Campground updates open for public comment

Source: Solar storms are back, threatening life on Earth as we know it – syracuse.com

“When she wanted something for her district, she made sure everybody in our state Capitol knew what it was and that she was going to get it,” Hochul said. “She never let politics or party interfere with her ability to get the job done and to represent the people, not just of her district, but […]

By John T. Ryan  One of Peru’s oldest businesses is under new ownership and has a new name. Swain’s Liquor Store is now Livations (not Libations; Livations). On May 1, 2021, Scott Hite and Mary Ann Cayea became the new owners. Bonnie Trost owned and operated the store since May 19, 2015. Marge and Don […]

Since our 5/21 update, 7 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has COVID-19 Vaccination appointments available! – Thursday, May 27 at CCHD in Plattsburgh – Saturday, June 12 at Champlain Centre South (formerly Friendly’s) in Plattsburgh To register for any of these clinics, visit http://www.clintonhealth.org/covid19vaccine/ or call 518-565-4848. Here are links to […]

Garden Salad Chili Corn Bread Dessert   Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. take-out only at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY.   ALL ARE WELCOME!!!!!

1. Call Meeting To Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. MOTION: Approval of Minutes for the Town Board Regular Meeting of May 10, 2021. 5. Community Input. 6. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Purchase of CAT 307.5 Mini Excavator to be Shared by Highway Dept. and Water/Sewer Dept. 7. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Acceptance of Engineering Planning Grant for […]

Source: Syracuse man admits he sold over 118 pounds of pot smuggled through Mohawk Nation – syracuse.com

Source: Employee accused of sneaking heroin, other drugs into Central NY jail – syracuse.com

Source: Three stabbings, one shooting reported overnight in Syracuse – syracuse.com

Source: Wedding season is on in NY: Invite everyone you want, dance like it’s 2019 – syracuse.com

Source: Rash of vehicle break-ins prompts safety reminder | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Following an uptick in vehicle break-ins across the City of Plattsburgh, authorities are reminding residents to be vigilant and always secure their property and vehicles.

Praise be to Almighty God, who has been by our side throughout this long and devastating pandemic. He has heard our cries of mourning and been our rock in this stormy sea. He has delivered us through this crisis and brought us to the point where we can now clearly see an end in sight […]