The Peru Gazette

By John T. Ryan September 28, 2021 – The North Country Honor Flight honored two veteran flights this morning #32 and #32, a total of twenty-eight Korean War, Vietnam veterans. Several hundred people attended the 7 a.m. send-off ceremony. The U.S. Oval Fag flew at half-mast in honor of the members of the U.S. military […]

North Country Honor Flights #32 and #33 carrying twenty-eight veterans departed U.S. Oval at 8 a.m. to board a plane to Washington D.C. where they visiting our national war monuments. They arrive back at the Oval tonight at 8:30 p.m. for a welcome home ceremony. All are invited! A huge number of motorcycles escorted the […]

Source: North Country Honor Flight to fly again this weekend | Local News | pressrepublican.com

WHEN:            Saturday, August 28th, 2021    Noon – 6 p.m. WHERE:         Peru Memorial VFW                        710 Pleasant St, Rt 22B                        Peru, NY 12972 Event Highlights:   […]

Source: Local war hero gearing up for life-changing surgery | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | In February 2010, Bergan Flannigan’s life changed forever when an IED blast in Afghanistan left her critically injured.

Source: Federal bill looks to improve veteran healthcare accessibility | Sun Community News WASHINGTON, D.C. | U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik has cosponsored new bipartisan legislation aimed at extending provisions of a 2016 measure aimed at improving veteran healthcare

PLATTSBURGH — “A replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., will make its way to Champlain from June 24 to June 27 after being delayed last year due to the pandemic.” Source: Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica tour to make stop in Champlain | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Honor flights back on this summer for local veterans

“The first trip out of Plattsburgh International Airport will be Aug. 28. There will be three more flights, each three weeks apart, scheduled for Sept. 18, Oct. 9 and Oct. 30.” Source: Honor Flight back on for 2021 trips | Local News | pressrepublican.com

World War II Veteran Curtis Banker celebrated his 97th birthday on Saturday, May 30th. Mr. Banker attended VFW Post 309’s Memorial Day Service.

The James P. O’Connor Composite Squad Color Guard posted colors. Post Commander Tom Boisseau welcomed the large crowd and reminded people of our fallen soldiers’ sacrifices on our behalf. Msgr. Dennis Duprey, Pastor of St. Augustine’s Church in Peru, related his experience at the Normandy, France cemetery, where over 9,300 Americans were buried after D-Day.

Peru – Msgr. Dennis Duprey, Pastor of St. Augustine’s Church, delivered brief remarks at today the VFW Post 309 Memorial Day Service.  Msgr. Duprey recalled visiting the cemetery at Normandy, France, and the impression it made on him, especially the age of the soldiers who lost their lives during the D-Day landing. Speaking of today’s […]

By John T. Ryan Peru – Peru VFW Post 309 conducted an impressive Memorial Day Service today. Post 309 honored our nation’s fallen war heroes, the deceased members of Post 309 and its Auxiliary. Post commander Tom Boisseau welcomed the large number crowd and delivered remarks. Msgr. Dennis Duprey, Pastor of St. Augustine’s Church, also […]

What: Memorial Day Service with luncheon to follow. When: Monday, May 31st @ 11:00 a.m. Where: Peru Memorial VFW 710 Pleasant St, Peru, NY 12972 Note: Service will be held outdoors, weather permitting.

  “Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who died in service to their country. The holiday was officially proclaimed in 1868 to honor Union and Confederate soldiers and was expanded after World War I to honor those who died in all wars. It became an official federal holiday […]

Town of Peru employees are erecting the Home Town Hero banners today. Luke Fessett came to work dressed for the occasion. He said this outfit is much cooler than the Santa Claus outfit he wore last year. Chris Martineau is working with him. The number of banners has grown so much that they’re being placed […]

Source: City of Plattsburgh honors local heroes | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Hometown Heroes is a program established to recognize the significant contributions of those who have sacrificed for our country through their service in the military.

WHAT – Music for your pleasure — Just Jammin’ Listen or join in — but enjoy. WHERE – Peru Memorial VFW 710 Pleasant St, Peru WHEN – Thursday, May 27th from 5 – 8 p.m.   Note: Kitchen Open from 4 – 7 p.m.  

Source: Armed Forces Day: May 15, 2021

Source: Veteran to unicycle 22 miles for young cancer patient | Sun Community News SARANAC | This Saturday, one local Navy veteran is taking his hobby to the streets to help raise funds for a young girl battling brain cancer.

Source: JPMorgan Chase donates $8M to Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families – syracuse.com

Source: Commander of Fort Drum combat unit fired over alleged misconduct | NCPR News

Source: Vandalism reported at historic Veterans Park | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The Plattsburgh Barracks Veterans Park not only pays tribute to the region’s rich military history and service, but honors the lives of local veterans and those who gave the ul

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that he helped pass the 2021-22 state budget, which includes funding that he secured for the North Country Veterans Association (NCVA) and other essential programs and services for local veterans. “Despite the fiscal challenges facing our state, I fought to ensure the state […]