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Archive for April, 2023

Kevin Daugherty: basketball lifer and soon-to-be hall of famer

Click here for the very special Press-Republican story 

New AAU team takes the North Country basketball courts this spring

“We have a chance here to really do something special,” Epstein said. “Really excited to add this to the North Country … excited to see the growth of these kids.” Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

The Champlain Valley National Heritage Partnership, Clinton County and generous donors help CCHA replace deteriorating windows.

In late 2019 it became obvious that the windows in the old Band Building at 98 Ohio Avenue, the home of the Clinton County Historical Association, needed to be replaced when during a wind storm, two windows on the museum’s 2nd floor shattered.  A review of all the windows concluded that 20 of the 35 […]

Special School Board Meeting April 20

The Peru CSD Board of Education will hold a special meeting in the High School Community Room on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 7:30 AM.  The sole purpose of this meeting is to vote on the BOCES (CVES) administrative budget and on the slate of candidates running for open CVES board seats.  At this time, […]

Community Clean Up Day on April 22

Peru Lions Club and Peru K-5 PTO announce they are co-hosting this year’s town-wide Community Green Up Day on Saturday, April 22nd from 8 am – 12 pm. This event is being conducted on Earth Day and everyone young and old, is encouraged to take part. We invite you to join us as we pick […]

Vermont student earns Guinness world record for running in firefighting suit

A great story you shouldn’t miss, especially if you love firefighters!  Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Man who tried to take a gun on a plane in Syracuse will face no criminal charges

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

When is deadline to file taxes? What you need to know about Tax Day

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Attention Readers – Story Correction

Attention readers: Please note my correction to the April 11, 2023, Peru Town Board Meeting story. I reported the Recreation Director’s annual salary to be $22,000. The actual salary is $18,000 and I reported the Recreation Assistant’s salary as $3,500. The correct salary is $3,200. I apologize for the error. John Ryan 

North Country mat legend Gary Edwards to be inducted into National Wrestling Hall of Fame

Click here for the Press-Republican story 

Peru Excercise Program celebrating 25 years of improved health and new friends

By John T Ryan  Peru – If you enjoy a happy atmosphere, humor, and friendly people accompanied by healthy exercises, the Peru Community Church’s Fellowship Hall is the place to be Tuesday and Thursday mornings between 9:30 and 10:30. What’s happening? It’s the Peru Exercise Program which happens to be celebrating its 25th Anniversary this […]

Regular Monthly School Board Meeting April 2023

The Peru School Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting in the High School Community Room on Tuesday, April 18th at 6:15 PM.  It is anticipated that an executive session will take place immediately following the 6:15 PM start, and that the Board will reconvene for public session business at approximately 7:00 PM.  […]

New Walk With a Doc Series Kicking Off Locally

World-wide program promotes benefits of physical activity   PLATTSBURGH, NY (04/13/2023) – North Country physicians are stepping up to get more people in the community moving toward a healthier lifestyle. The University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital’s (CVPH) Family Medicine Residency is hosting its first Walk With a Doc event on […]

Historical Association hosting several April & May events

Stefanik Releases Constituent Input Form for 2023 

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik today opened an online portal where farmers from across New York’s 21st District can directly share their priorities for this year’s Farm Bill. “Agriculture is the backbone of Upstate New York and the North Country. As Congress is working to draft this year’s Farm Bill, farmers across New York’s […]

Are New Yorkers happy living here? Poll finds 1 in 4 may leave

Click here for the Spectrumlocalnews story 

Governor Hochul Announces Final Sexual Harassment Model

Policy to Strengthen Protections for New York Workers Policy Includes New Guidance to Protect Remote Workers; Adds New Online Training Resources to Help New Yorkers Better Understand Their Rights Albany, April 11, 2023 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State Department of Labor has finalized updates to the State’s Sexual Harassment […]

Cop accidentally fired gun near bystanders during training in downtown Burlington

Click here for the VTDigger story 

SUNY ends Covid vaccine mandate for students; US emergency over

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Who wants to get out? New poll reveals how many New Yorkers plan to flee the state

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Plattco donates $100K to Plattsburgh YMCA

Employee-owned business supports community health and wellness Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Town of Peru is seeking a Part Time Assistant Recreation Director

Town of Peru is seeking a Part Time Assistant Recreation Director. Starting salary $ 3,200.00. Please apply at Peru Town Hall 3036 Main Street Peru, New York. 

Kristen Marino appointed Recreation Director; Brian Marino to resign as Youth Commission Chairman

By John T Ryan Kristen Marino is officially Peru’s Recreation Director.  Deputy Supervisor Douglass, who presided at the Monday, April 11, Town Board Meeting, announced the news saying, “That was the Board’s decision. Three citizen volunteers, Larry Ewald, Dave Gosnell, and Corinne Kerley, sat in on our interviews. We had good applicants.” Counselor Kregg Bruno […]

US Border Patrol, Swanton Sector looking to hire an automotive mechanic

APPLY NOW! #Border Patrol in Swanton, VT, is hiring an Automotive Mechanic. Health/retirement benefits PLUS paid vacation, sick leave, & holidays! Tools provided. Earn up to $28.48/hour with advancement opportunities. Mon-Fri, 7 am-3:30 pm. Apply April 12-18. Follow the link to apply: https://bit.ly/41qMNn7

Stefanik Announces 2023 NY-21 Congressional Art Competition

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik today announced the 2023 Congressional Art Competition is open to receive submissions from high school students in New York’s 21st District. “Each year, I look forward to receiving dozens of incredible pieces of art showcasing the talent of students in my district for the Congressional Art Competition,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. “This competition […]