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Archive for July, 2023

Video & Agenda – Peru Town Board Meeting of July 24, 2023

1. Call Meeting to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call  MOTION/DISCUSSION:  To Accept Reports from all Departments: (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; JCEO; and Banking Reports. MOTION:  Acceptance of Minutes for the Regular Meeting Minutes of June 26, 2023. Community Input. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Acceptance of Peter Stone to […]

“Sunday on Valcour Island” featuring tours of the Historic Bluff Point Lighthouse Sunday, August 6, 2023

Transportation leaving every 20 minutes from 9:20 am to 1:00 pm Peru Dock, 3930 State Route 9, Plattsburgh, $30 per person The public is invited to join the Clinton County Historical Association (CCHA) on Sunday, August 6, 2023, at the Peru Dock for the opportunity to visit the historic Bluff Point Lighthouse on Valcour Island. Round-trip […]

State Senator Dan Stec OP-ED: UPDATING ADIRONDACK PARK’S CELL TOWER POLICY IS ESSENTIAL 

As Senator, I rely on the input of my constituents to advance policies that will improve our communities. To that end, I recently sent out a survey relating to cell service in the Adirondack Park. That survey can also be taken here, at my Senate website.  If we’re to ensure our region is up-to-date with […]

DiNapoli: Texas Woman Charged with Stealing Over $65,000 in NYS Pension Payments

July 24, 2023 State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced the indictment of a 53-year-old Texas woman for allegedly stealing more than $65,000 in New York state pension payments meant for a deceased acquaintance. Christy Gibson, of Smith County, Texas, was indicted by Texas prosecutors and charged with one count of theft after an investigation by […]

Plattsburgh Farmers Market plans Aug. 12 celebration

This year’s market features new vendors, a Little Free Library and Power of Produce Program Click here for the Sun Community News story 

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Cheeseburger Casserole Corn Bread Dessert Served take-out only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972 All are welcome at our table!

State picks closed Cazenovia College for training center, not Moriah Shock

Click here for the Times-Union Story 

Central NY man sentenced to prison for illegal rifle after gun dealer reports large ammo sales

Click here for the Syracuse.com story

A groundbreaking cements a clear direction for I-81 in Syracuse: ‘Finally, this day has arrived’

Billed as the biggest project ever in Upstate New York  Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Phish at St. Joe’s Amp in Syracuse: See photos, setlist from the concert

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Spectrum is raising internet, cable TV and phone charges

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

CVPH Peru Blood Drive on Monday, August 7

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Drive, at St. Augustine’s Parish Center on Monday, August 7, from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. All blood collected is utilized in our region. Coordinated by the Peru Knights of Columbus Council 7273

National amputee baseball team plays in Burlington

Louisville Slugger Warriors are a team made up of amputee military veterans, wounded warriors and active duty personnel Click here for the WCAX story 

Major Disaster Declaration approved in New York, providing federal aid to flood victims

Clinton and Essex Counties are among those approved for FEMA funding Click here for the MyNBC5 story 

AGENDA – PERU TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING JULY 24 @ 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; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; JCEO; and Banking Reports. MOTION:  Acceptance of Minutes for the Regular Meeting Minutes of June 26, 2023. Community Input. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Acceptance of Peter Stone to the […]

Elm St. closed part of Friday

Town of Peru will be closing a portion of Elm Street  @ house #51 tomorrow July 20th from 11:30 am till 3 pm for water line repair.   There will be NO through traffic during this time —

Flood watch in effect until 2 am Wed.

Flood Watch- National Weather Service Burlington VT, 341 PM EDT Tue Jul 18 341 PM EDT Tue Jul 18 2023 …FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT WEDNESDAY… * WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE…Portions of northern New York, including Clinton and Essex counties. All of central […]

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, July 18, 2023

Chuck Wagon BBQ Over Rice Carrots A Peach Dessert Served take-out- only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. Peru, NY All are welcome at our table!❤️

DiNapoli: State’s fiscal outlook declines

click here for the story

Paul Smiths College reorganization plans halted

Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

DIOCESE OF OGDENSBURG FILES FOR REORGANIZATION

Statement issued by Bishop Terry R LaValley Following extensive consultation with diocesan staff, the College of Consultors, Council of Priests, the Diocesan Finance and Pastoral Councils, priest and deacons, pastoral leaders, and a team of professional advisors, Bishop Terry R. LaValley, Bishop of Ogdensburg, authorized the filing of a Chapter 11 reorganization case by the […]

NYS Comptroller’s Findings in Town of Jay – The Supervisor did not maintain complete, accurate and timely accounting records, and in adequate financial reports were provided to the Board

Click here for the NYS Comptroler’s Report  Town of Jay – Records and Reports (2023M-22) Issued Date June 30, 2023 Audit Objective Determine whether the Town of Jay (Town) Supervisor maintained complete, accurate and timely accounting records and reports to allow the Town Board (Board) to effectively manage the Town’s financial operations. Key Findings The […]

Tornado travels for 12.3 miles in northern Rutland County

It may have lifted at different points; damage was focused in Benson Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Burlington’s refugee farmers face a completely lost season from floods

Click here for the VtDigger story story 

‘It’s a shock’: Barre man drowns at home in 1st known flood-related fatality

Click here for VTDigger story