Archive for August, 2023
New Impressions’ new facade makes a great impression
August 16, 2023, Peru – Congratulations to Crystal and Kirsten O’jida-Blair for New Impressions Beauty and Tanning Salon’s “new” look. The ladies did it themselves over about two weeks. New Impressions is located at 6 Mason St. The Peru Gazette loves the finished product.
Posted: August 16th, 2023 under Business News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments.
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The Graying of Warren County
In 1980, the median age in Warren County was 30.9. Today, it is 47.5 Click here for the Lake George News report
Posted: August 16th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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CVPH Summer Concert Postponed Due to Weather
Ursa and the Major Key set to perform next week PLATTSBURGH, NY (8/16/2023) – Due to rainy weather, the final act of The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital’s (CVPH) annual Summer Concert Series featuring Ursa and the Major Key has been rescheduled to next Wednesday, August 23 from 6 pm to 7:30 […]
Posted: August 16th, 2023 under Arts and Entertainment, City News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Lake City Arts Fest returning as bigger event on August 26
Talented artists and musicians for a day-long celebration of creativity and culture to City Hall, Trinity Park and MacDonough Park from noon to 6:30 p.m. Click here for the Press-Republican story
Posted: August 16th, 2023 under Arts and Entertainment, Business News, City News, Community Events, Northern NY News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Kiwanis Breakfast Club Plattsburgh gives grants to various North Country organizations
Over $23,000 handed out to organizations specializing in helping local kids Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: August 16th, 2023 under Charity Events, City News, Community Events, Northern NY News.
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Will Gov. Hochul and the NYS Legislature stand up for this state’s fledgling cannabis industry?
Click here for the Syracuse.com opinion piece
Posted: August 16th, 2023 under Business News, Opinion, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News, Statewide News.
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Batmobile replica at center of lawsuit against Upstate NY town supervisor (reports)
Click here for the Syracuse.com story
Posted: August 16th, 2023 under Corruption in Gov't., Law Enforcement News, Upstate New York.
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NYS Fair concerts: 2023 lineup has something for everyone; plus bold predictions
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Posted: August 16th, 2023 under Agricultural News, Arts and Entertainment, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Schuyler Falls marks 175 years
Click here for the Press-Republican story
Posted: August 16th, 2023 under Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Local leaders and environmentalists share bond act ideas in Saranac Lake
Click here for the NCPR story
Posted: August 15th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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Republican’s Clinton Co. family court judge candidate lawsuit dismissed
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Posted: August 15th, 2023 under County Government News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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UVM planning major housing expansion on Trinity campus
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Posted: August 15th, 2023 under Education News, Regional NY-VT News.
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SUNY Potsdam making big cuts
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Posted: August 15th, 2023 under Education News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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Jacob Andre of Peru 1st Place Winner and Kaidence Spooner of Keeseville 2nd place winner in the Adirondack Center for Writing Essay Contest
August 10, 2023 – Adirondack Center for Writing and Adirondack Voters for Change are proud and excited to present the nine winners of this past spring’s “My Dreams for My Community” Essays Contest at a celebratory event and reading at Adirondack Center for Writing (15 Broadway, Saranac Lake) on Monday, August 28th at 7 PM. […]
Posted: August 15th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru School News, Youth News.
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Town Board approves resolution to seek bids for replacing Cook Road culvert
By John T Ryan Peru – August 15, 2023 – The Peru Town Board passed a resolution to go out to bid construction of a new culvert on Cook Rd. at a Special Meeting conducted Monday morning at 8 a.m. There’s only one residence on the road, and the project will cost hundreds of thousands […]
Posted: August 15th, 2023 under General News, Highway Dept. News, Town Board News.
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Mannix Road solar farm development is making progress
By John T. Ryan Peru – The process has taken longer than anticipated. Still, if progress continues as hoped, the Hamilson Community Solar Farm will be functioning at 286 Mannix Rd. by the end of next year. Unlike traditional solar, where an array is installed on your roof or property, community solar is installed at […]
Posted: August 15th, 2023 under Business News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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St. Clair joins Sun Community News team Ricky
St. Clair looks forward to leading the sports department with reinvigorated local coverage Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: August 15th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Northern NY News, Sports News.
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Peru’s Bear Swamp Rd. Subway Restaurant is closed
Peru August 15, 2023 – Peru residents reported to the Peru Gazette that the Subway Restaurant co-located at the Maplefields Convenience Store at 654 Bear Swamp Rd. closed on or about August 1. Otto Hansen, an R.L. Vallee/Maplefields spokesman, stated, “The closure is in litigation. I am not able to comment.” The Gazette hasn’t been […]
Posted: August 15th, 2023 under Business News, General News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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Hiker falls 40 feet from Trap Dike
Emergency crews rescued a 23-year-old hiker from Canada in the Adirondack high peaks after a 40-foot fall Click here for MYNBC5 story
Posted: August 15th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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Community Learning Series features Peru Fire Dept.
Posted: August 15th, 2023 under Community Events, Education News, Fire Department News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Cheezy Macaroni & Cheese Green Beans 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!
Posted: August 15th, 2023 under Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Sunday night Heyworth/Mason Park Concerts attract poeple of all ages
Peru – August 13, 2023 Doug Brown (102) and his brother Cliff (a kid at 91) each drove to the concert tonight. Cliff said he’s played golf 85 times this year. Doug played outstanding golf well into his 90s.
Posted: August 14th, 2023 under Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments.
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Excellent crowd at Heyworth/Mason this beautiful evening to see the Taylor LaValley Band.
August 13, 2023 The Town of Peru sponsors the Sunday evening concerts (6-8 p.m.) It’s a great place to see old friends. People were scattered throughout the park.
Posted: August 13th, 2023 under Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, General News, Peru News.
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Solar battery fire in Jefferson County raises concerns for the future
Click here for the NCPR story
Posted: August 13th, 2023 under Business News, Environmental News, Fire Department News, National News, Northern NY News.
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Border Patrol breaks ground on new Champlain station
Champlain Station described as the busiest station in the entire northern border Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: August 13th, 2023 under Border News, Law Enforcement News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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