Archive for April, 2023
Peru Central standout Tracy Rotz selcted to Mariners Hall of Fame
MORRISONVILLE – Four former Clinton County American Legion baseball standouts – Les Fessette, Paul LaRock, Tracy Rotz and John Munson, and former coach Rob Knowles, have been selected for induction into the Clinton County Mariners Hall of Fame later this summer. Tracy Rotz Two-year member of Post 20, 1984-85 Team captured District IV title in […]
Posted: April 29th, 2023 under Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News, Sports News.
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Peru, NY – A very active little town with many things to do
Saturday, April 29, 2023 – There is activity inside and outside the Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum this morning. Inside, Curdie Gardner offered a class on making healthy salads and homemade dressings. The ingredients looked tasty. Curdie Gardner operates Curdies Creations in Keeseville. Outside the museum, volunteers were beginning to prepare the museum for […]
Posted: April 29th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Arts and Entertainment, Faces of Peru, Peru News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Car Wash today Saturday, April 29 from 10 to 2 at the Peru Fire Station
Cloudy skies aren’t deterring the Peru Varsity Golf Team from holding its car wash today from 10 to 2 at the Peru Fire Station. A $5 donation is recommended.
Posted: April 29th, 2023 under Community Events, Education News, Peru School News, Sports News.
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A great meal and fellowhip happening right now at the Fellowship Center
These friendly folks will serve you pancakes, bacon, and homefries until noon at the Peru Community Church Fellowship Center. They also have a silent auction with several great items to bid on. If you’re looking for a good meal in eat-in or take-home, this is the place to be Saturday Morning, April 29, 2023.
Posted: April 29th, 2023 under Community Events, Peru News.
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Employees at Ben & Jerry’s Burlington store celebrate company’s commitment to fair union negotiations
Click here for the VTDigger story
Posted: April 29th, 2023 under Business News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Regional NY-VT News.
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Tesla dealership plans get green light by South Burlington City Council
A Tesla dealership is coming to the city of South Burlington, and the city expects work to begin at the old Hannaford’s on Shelburne Road before summer. Click here for the WCAX3 Story
Posted: April 29th, 2023 under Business News, Environmental News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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Enjoy pancakes this morning at the Fellowship Center
Posted: April 29th, 2023 under Community Events, Peru News, Religious News.
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New highway superintendent takes the helm in Plattsburgh
Greg Burnell now filling the shoes of the town’s top highway job Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: April 28th, 2023 under Highway Dept. News, Northern NY News.
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Work on new Au Sable Forks firehouse about to begin
Skyrocketing cost of materials was challenging but not insurmountable Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: April 28th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Fire Department News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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CHAMPLAIN AREA TRAIL VOLUNTEERS PREPARE TRAILS FOR THE GRAND HIKE ON MAY 6TH
WESTPORT, NY: Champlain Area Trails (CATS) is preparing its trails for the annual Grand Hike on Saturday, May 6, which this year is an almost 14-mile walk through forests and fields from Willsboro to Westport. CATS will have three “oases” along the way, where hikers will find snacks, water, and porta potties. Hikers can also […]
Posted: April 28th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Recreation opportunities, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Hochul announces conceptual agreement on weeks-late state budget
Hochul convinced lawmakers to make more changes to the state’s controversial bail reform laws to give judges more power to set bail in cases of serious crimes. Click here for the NCPR story
Posted: April 28th, 2023 under Law Enforcement News, Peru/Regional History, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News, Statewide News.
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Essay Contest: “My Dreams for My Community”
The Adirondack Center for Writing and Adirondack Voters for Change are proud to announce a new regional essay writing contest: My Dreams for My Community. The contest offers winners cash prizes totaling $1,400 for a five-page essay on community and change. Submissions are open now until June 15, 2023 and will be judged by a […]
Posted: April 28th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Youth News.
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Jacquelin “Jackie’ Madison named 2023 Woman of Distinction for Military Service
Assemblyman Billy Jones: “The 2023 Woman of Distinction for Military Service is Jacquelin “Jackie” Madison! Before retiring after 13 years in 2010, Jackie was the Principle Information Toxicology Specialist in the Drug Safety Department of Wyeth. Jackie Is the former Librarian and Director of the Mooers Free Library, she’s the President of the North Country […]
Posted: April 28th, 2023 under Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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Plattsburgh Farmers’ Market returns with new programs
Plattsburgh Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market opens May 13 Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: April 28th, 2023 under Agricultural News, Arts and Entertainment, City News, Community Events, Northern NY News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Downtown Plattsburgh Riverwalk construction begins May 1
Will be open to pedestrians and cyclists with multi-use path and overlooks Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: April 28th, 2023 under City News, Environmental News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Former Glens Falls Post-Star Editor Talks About State of the Newspaper Industry
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Posted: April 28th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Community Events, Education News, General News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Statewide News.
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US adult cigarette smoking rate hits new all-time low
Editor’s note – Apparently, these didn’t check the lawn at Peru’s Dollar General Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: April 27th, 2023 under General News.
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It’s time to start looking for the invasive spotted lanternfly in New York
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Posted: April 27th, 2023 under Agricultural News, Environmental News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Tracking down plane wreckage
The Adirondacks are littered with plane crash sites. Here’s a recent trek out to one of them. Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story
Posted: April 27th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Judy Lefebvre named Woman of Distinction
From Assemblyman Billy Jones Please join me in congratulating our 2023 Woman of Distinction for Service to Hometown Heroes recipient, Judy Lefebvre! Since moving to Beekmantown in 1984 with her husband and Air Force Veteran, James, Judy has been an active volunteer. She has served on Beekmantown’s Planning and Assessment Review Boards for over 20 […]
Posted: April 27th, 2023 under Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Veterans' News.
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Approved Minutes of Town Board’s 4/10/23 Regular and 4/20/23 Special Meeting
23.04.10 Regular Meeting 23.04.20 Special Meeting
Posted: April 27th, 2023 under Peru News, Town Board News.
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Saturday, April 29 Car Wash at the Peru Fire Department benefitting the Peru Nighthawk Golf Team
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. $5 a car or donation accepted. Proceeds help the team buy towels, team jackets, balls, etc. Let’s support our Nighthawks and get them off to a great season!
Posted: April 27th, 2023 under Community Events, Education News, Peru School News.
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Granny’s Attic Boutique Sale – Saturday, May, 6 at the Fellowship Center
Posted: April 27th, 2023 under Community Events, Peru News.
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Burlington pod community residents say they want to be good neighbors
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Posted: April 27th, 2023 under City News, Law Enforcement News, Regional NY-VT News.
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WCAX Investigates: The demise of Burlington High School
The PCB-contaminated Burlington High School and Technical Center is expected to be demolished in the next few weeks, setting the foundation for a brand new campus. Click here for the WCAX News story
Posted: April 27th, 2023 under Education News, Environmental News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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