Archive for January, 2023
New laws for NY in 2023: Robocalls, minimum wage, nursing homes, voting reforms
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Posted: January 9th, 2023 under Heathcare News, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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New NY law bans sale of certain laundry detergents
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Posted: January 9th, 2023 under Environmental News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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County to report COVID-19 deaths monthly
To more accurately report COVID-19 deaths, CCHD will now report COVID-19 deaths on a monthly basis. This will be done in the second report of each month. This change will allow time for COVID-19 deaths to be confirmed via official death certificate – which can sometimes be lengthy. As CCHD relies on other agencies to […]
Posted: January 9th, 2023 under County Government News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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The Remarks of NYS Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie
Opening the 246th Legislative Session January 9, 2022 Assembly Chamber _____________________________________ [as delivered] Good afternoon members, staff and guests. Welcome back to the People’s House. I want to begin by wishing everyone a happy and healthy new year. I am eternally grateful and humbled that, once again, my colleagues have placed their faith in […]
Posted: January 9th, 2023 under State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Here’s a 2023 New Year’s Resolution idea for you
Consider becoming an alternate member of either Peru’s Zoning Board of Appeals or the Planning Board. Each board has a full complement of members at present; however, if more than one member isn’t able to attend a meeting, a board might have to delay action on essential agenda items. Delays discourage applicants, sometimes add extra […]
Posted: January 9th, 2023 under Peru News, Planning Board News, Town Board News, Zoning Board News.
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Peru Zoning Boad Oct. 2022 Meeting Minutes
Final ZB Oct minutes
Posted: January 9th, 2023 under Peru News, Zoning Board News.
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NYS Assembly Speaker Heastie Announces Leadership Positions and Committee Chairs for 2023 Legislative Session
Speaker Carl E. Heastie Majority Leader Crystal D. Peoples-Stokes Chair, Ways and Means Helene E. Weinstein Deputy Speaker Phil Ramos Assistant Speaker Vivian E. Cook Speaker Pro Tempore Jeffrion L. Aubry Chair, Committee on Committees Alicia Hyndman Assistant Speaker Pro Tempore Al Taylor Deputy Majority Leader Michaelle C. Solages Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall […]
Posted: January 9th, 2023 under State Government News, State Legislator News, Statewide News.
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An Insatiable Hunger for Energy
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Posted: January 9th, 2023 under Environmental News, National News.
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St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Chicken & Biscuits Coleslaw Bread Dessert Served take-out only from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru. All are welcome at our table.
Posted: January 8th, 2023 under Community Events, General News, Peru News.
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54th Annual Peru Wresting Invitational Results
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Posted: January 8th, 2023 under Education News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News, Sports News.
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NY eyes $672 million bailout for utility customers who are not in low-income programs
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Posted: January 8th, 2023 under Charity Events, State Government News.
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AGENDA – Peru Planning Board WEDNESDAY, January 11 , 2023 @ 6:00 PM
CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of December 14, 2022 minutes OPEN FLOOR to public hearing APPLICATIONS: 1.P2022-017 Site Plan Approval/Warehouse with SEQRA […]
Posted: January 7th, 2023 under Business News, Peru News, Planning Board News.
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AARP Foundation offering free tax help in Plattsburgh
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Posted: January 7th, 2023 under Northern NY News, Senior Citizen News.
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Kevin McCarthy elected 55th House speaker, quashes GOP rebellion with major concessions
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Posted: January 7th, 2023 under Congressional News, National News, Political News.
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Stefanik issues statement after being sworn in
January 7, 2023 – Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik today was sworn in to represent New York’s 21st District during the 118th Congress. “Tonight, I proudly took the oath of office to continue representing New York’s 21st District and bringing their concerns to the highest levels of government. I will work tirelessly to deliver […]
Posted: January 7th, 2023 under Congressional News, National News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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FDA Approves New Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease
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Posted: January 6th, 2023 under Heathcare News, National News.
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AGENDA – TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING – JANUARY 9, 2023
TO FOLLOW ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING at 6:00 PM Call Meeting To Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call MOTION/DISCUSSION: To Accept Reports from all Departments: (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Nov./Dec. Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; JCEO; and Banking Reports) MOTION: Approval of Minutes for the Public Hearing of December 29, 2022 and Town […]
Posted: January 6th, 2023 under Peru News, Town Board News.
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AGENDA – PERU TOWN BOARD ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING JANUARY 9, 2023 6:00 PM
Call Meeting To Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of 2023 Salaries for Elected Positions: DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Approval of 2023 Appointees. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of 2022 Appointee Salaries and Frequency of Payments DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of Town Department Liaisons. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of 2023 Regular Town Board Meeting Dates and Times. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Approval of 2023 Contracts. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: […]
Posted: January 6th, 2023 under Peru News, Town Board News.
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COLUMN: SENATOR STEC OUTLINES 2023 LEGISLATIVE SESSION PRIORITIES
A legislative column from Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) A recent poll from Siena College showed that a majority of New Yorkers believe our state is heading in the wrong direction. From public safety to economic issues, it’s clear that the status quo just isn’t working. The 2023 Legislative Session offers an opportunity to address these […]
Posted: January 6th, 2023 under Northern NY News, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Westport crash claims the life of Plattsburgh woman
First responders found car submerged in a creek at about 9:30 p.m. Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: January 6th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru School News.
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Compare the 2022 ELA and math test scores at every private school in New York
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Posted: January 5th, 2023 under Education News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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SUNY Oswego changes name after being recognized as a university
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Posted: January 5th, 2023 under Education News, Upstate New York.
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Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin awake, asked who won Bills-Bengals game, doctors say
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Posted: January 5th, 2023 under Heathcare News, National News, Sports News, Upstate New York.
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Ausable River Association Receives $2 million For Stream Restoration & Community Flood Resilience
Ausable River Association News Release A request from the Ausable River Association (AsRA) for $2 million was included in the 2023 Federal Omnibus Bill, signed into law last week by President Biden. AsRA’s request was shepherded through the appropriations process, through subcommittee review and approval, by Congresswoman Elise Stefanik. These funds will help build flood resilience […]
Posted: January 5th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News.
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Clinton County Legislature Holds Reorganizational Meeting
Clinton County News Release January 5, 2023 – Plattsburgh, NY – The Clinton County Legislature held its 2023 reorganizational meeting on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. The Legislature reappointed Legislator Mark Henry (R-Area 3, Chazy) as its Chairperson with a unanimous vote of 10-0. The Legislature also reappointed Robert Hall (D-Area 10, Plattsburgh) as Deputy Chair, […]
Posted: January 5th, 2023 under County Government News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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