Archive for 'Education News'
The banners are up again
Fastening photos of Peru High School”s graduating seniors along Route 22B began during the Covid pandemic. Fortunately, the practice is continuing! Parents, family, and friends erected 130 banners on Saturday. Thanks to Jennifer Madore for the photos and congratulations to all the seniors.
Posted: June 4th, 2023 under Education News, Faces of Peru, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News.
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Another celebration of our region’s glorious history
By John T. Ryan May 26, 2023 – Plattsburgh Excitement was in the air Friday as many supporters attended the groundbreaking ceremonies for the Battlefield Memorial Gateway. Town of Plattsburgh Supervisor Michael Cashman told the large gathering he was so excited he had trouble sleeping the previous night. Located on Route 9 across from Clare […]
Posted: May 27th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, City News, Community Events, Education News, General News, Lake Champlain News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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This boy’s hometown in Ukraine was bombed. Now he’s graduating in the Adirondacks
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Posted: May 26th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, General News, National News, Northern NY News.
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Paul Smith’s College is not closing, but its acquisition is in limbo
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Posted: May 22nd, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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SUNY Plattsburgh celebrates 2023 graduates
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Posted: May 21st, 2023 under Education News, Northern NY News, Statewide News.
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Babbie Museum Opening Weekend continues on Sunday
Peru – May 20, 2023 – Several people enjoyed a visit to the Babbie Museum’s today, including the Blanchard family from Saranac Lake. Plows tilled the museum’s fields while another early 1900s belt-driven machine removed ears from corn stalks. Volunteers operated Children’s rides and Peru Town Historian Helen Nerska has a Peru historical display. Lincoln […]
Posted: May 20th, 2023 under Agricultural News, Community Events, Education News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Gov. Hochul considers potentially using SUNY campuses to house asylum seekers
Plattsburgh Mayor Chris Rosenquest confirmed to NBC5 that members of Hochul’s administration were in the city on Wednesday touring residential halls at SUNY Plattsburgh to potentially house migrants. Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: May 19th, 2023 under Border News, City News, Education News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Political News, State Government News.
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Clinton Co. approves 2023-24 school budgets
Propositions include funding for school buses, libraries Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: May 17th, 2023 under Education News, Northern NY News, Peru School News.
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Peru Central students excel in SUNY-led effort
SUNY Plattsburgh faculty organize, judge regional science fair Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: May 17th, 2023 under Education News, Faces of Peru, General News, Northern NY News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News.
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May 16 – Section VII Tuesday: Peru, Saranac win on links
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Posted: May 17th, 2023 under Education News, Peru News, Peru School News, Sports News.
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Advice for protecting plants from this week’s frost
Frost not unusual this time of year Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: May 17th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Environmental News, Northern NY News, Weather News/History.
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May 16, 2023 Peru Central School District Vote & Election Results
Budget Proposition #1 – 354 yes, 179 no Bus Proposition #2 – 385 yes, 152 no Board of Ed Proposition #3 – 462 yes, 76 no Board of Ed – Sarah Mitchell – 401, Stephanie Boswell-Davies – 330 Total Ballots Cast – 540 Note – The district office corrected the total ballots cast to 540. […]
Posted: May 17th, 2023 under Education News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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An enjoyable experience at the Peru Central Spring Concert
Tuesday, May 16, 2023, 9:30 p.m. Just returned from Peru Central’s Grades 9-12 Spring Concert. It was WONDERFUL! Congratulations to the students, the supportive parents, and the outstanding teachers Christopher Urban, Todd Pray and Emily Allen.
Posted: May 17th, 2023 under Arts and Entertainment, Education News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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School Budget Vote today, May 16, 2023, from Noon to 9 p.m. in the Peru High School Community Room
School Budget Notice 2023
Posted: May 16th, 2023 under Education News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Malone Central School District appoints Brandon Pelkey as superintendent
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Posted: May 12th, 2023 under Education News, Northern NY News.
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2,500+ sign petition to save SUNY Potsdam theatre and dance
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Posted: May 10th, 2023 under Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, Education News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Upstate New York.
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DEC Reminds Water Recreationists to ‘Clean, Drain, and Dry’ Watercraft and Equipment to Protect New York’s Waters from Invasive Species
Boat Stewards to Conduct Boat Inspections and Educate Recreating Public at Boat Launches Statewide Beginning Memorial Day Weekend More than 14,000 Detections of Aquatic Invasive Species Intercepted by Stewards in 2021 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today reminded everyone to clean, drain, and dry boats and trailers and disinfect […]
Posted: May 10th, 2023 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Environmental News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Zach O’Connell has big day at the plate after being honored for over 100 career hits and runs
Story broadcast May 7, 2023 Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: May 10th, 2023 under Agricultural News, Education News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History, Sports News.
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VTDigger wins 11 awards in New England journalism competition
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Posted: May 10th, 2023 under Education News, General News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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28 local libraries participating in a library crawl
On June 3, 2023, over twenty-eight local libraries are participating in a Library Crawl in our region. The Library Crawl is designed for local families to (re)discover libraries in our area. Many libraries will have activities targeted at children, while others will be open for participants to visit. Participants are encouraged to visit as many […]
Posted: May 9th, 2023 under Community Events, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru Library News, Youth News.
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Peru School Board candidates respond to five Peru Gazette questions
Beginning in early March, Peru Central School District sought candidates to fill two (2) vacant, at-large seats on the Board of Education due to the upcoming expiration of the terms of Ms. Sarah Mitchell and Ms. Linda Morgan (appointed to fill the vacant seat previously held by Mr. Thurber). The individual receiving the most votes […]
Posted: May 8th, 2023 under Education News, General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News.
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Police recover body of missing Clarkson University student
A Clarkson University student was found dead Saturday afternoon after swimming in the Raquette River Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: May 8th, 2023 under Education News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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NY state budget funds free school breakfast and lunch
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Posted: May 7th, 2023 under Education News, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Clinton Community College is looking impressive
Even if you don’t have the time to see the beautiful Lake Champlain views, visiting Clinton Community College is a great stop. Our county leaders improved the appearance of the George Moore Academic and Administration building. In addition, the Institute of Advanced Manufacturing, the Ronald B. Stafford Science Building, and the William H. Forrence Health […]
Posted: May 7th, 2023 under County Government News, Education News, Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Upstate New York.
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Community invited to help shape Saranac Central’s future
Voting process for the new mascot to run through June 19 Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: May 6th, 2023 under Education News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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