The Peru Gazette

A Collaborative Exhibition Commemorating the 2024 Solar Eclipse

(PLATTSBURGH, NY – April 4, 2024) Strand Center for the Arts and SUNY Plattsburgh have collaborated on a gallery exhibition to commemorate the upcoming 2024 solar eclipse. The “Darkness & Light” exhibition will be displayed at two locations and run from Friday, April 5, to Saturday, April 27.

There will be two opening reception events; one event for each location.

The Strand Center for the Arts will host its opening reception on Friday, April 5, from 5 to 8 p.m. Artworks that fit the theme of “Darkness” will be displayed in the SCA’s gallery.

SUNY Plattsburgh will host its opening reception on the following day, Saturday, April 6, from 4 to 6 p.m. Artworks that fit the theme of “Light” will be displayed in the Benjamin F. Feinberg Library on the college’s campus. Read more »

It’s really an all-you-can-eat brunch! All welcome!!!!!

Team of specialists now offers appointments to accommodate patients’ busy schedules

PLATTSBURGH, NY (4/02/2024) – To accommodate today’s busy lifestyles and provide more convenient appointment times, the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) Rehabilitation Services Department has expanded its hours. Patient appointments can now be scheduled as early as 6:30 am thru 5 pm, Monday thru Friday.

Offering physical, occupational and speech therapy services for people in all stages of life, the personable, professional team of professionals and support staff work with patients and their providers to develop individualized treatment plans. The CVPH Rehabilitation team is committed to helping patients achieve their goals using the latest treatment approaches and state-of-the-art equipment.

Limited handicapped parking is in front of the Rehab Center at 210 Cornelia St., Suite 101.  Please plan accordingly. Appointments can be made by calling 518-562-4616. A physician referral is required. For more information about all rehabilitation services available at CVPH, visit https://www.UVMHealth.org/CVPHRehabilitation.

Plattsburgh – The galaxy needs your help at the upcoming Autism Walk.

Hosted by the Autism Alliance of Northeastern NY, a Star Wars-themed walk will take place on May 4 at the Clinton County Fairgrounds. Participants are encouraged to don their best Star Wars costumes and join forces for a good cause. Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the Autism Alliance of Northeastern NY, a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with autism and their families.

Registration and activities begin at 9:30 am, and the walk starts at 11:00. There will be music, food trucks, raffles, bounce houses, children’s activities, and more.

Visit aaneny.org to register, donate, or volunteer for the event.

Peru, NY – April 4, 2024. U.S. Rural Postal Mail Carrier Cassandra Rabideau and hundreds of other postal service carriers aren’t letting today’s heavy, wet snow stop them from delivering mail. She even exited her truck and walked our mail to the mailbox. Thank you to Cassandra, and to all the dedicated U.S. Postal Service employees.

The Peru Highway Department reports receiving calls about trees down on or along several secondary roads, such as Calkins Road, Connors Road, Patent Rd, Mannix Road, and Peasleeville Road.

The Peru CSD Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the High School Cafeteria. It is anticipated that an executive session will take place immediately following the 6:30 PM start, and that the Board will reconvene for open public session business at approximately 7:00 PM. The meeting will be recorded and will be available on the District’s website at www.perucsd.org.

The meeting is open to the public and current District, County, State and Federal safety procedures and protocols will be followed. Read more »

In Plattsburgh, N.Y., success looks different for everyone stopping to look up.

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Wilk led the Monsters to three FCBL championships, winning it all in the team’s inaugural 2021 season. Wilk is the winningest manager in Georgetown University baseball history

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Suspect was taken into custody by Essex Co. Sheriff’s at a Stewart’s store shortly after the shooting

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Former ARC employee fined, ordered to pay restitution and serve probation and community service

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The Town Of Peru Town Board has called a Special Meeting on April 10, 2024, at 10:00 AM at the Peru Town Hall to approve the Bill Pay Warrant.

Vilas staff preparing move to new residence

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APRIL 1, 2024 – Peru blood donors came through again today, with 27 units collected in 28 attempts at St. Augustine’s Parish Center. CVPH and your neighbors are thankful. GREAT WORK EVERYONE!

By John T Ryan

Peru, NY, Thursday, March 28- “I feel good energy in the room,” commented Peru Middle School Principal Jim Manchester as he observed 6th and 7th students in Peru High School gymnasium. “This is a great opportunity for students to learn about what’s in our community and potential careers.” Manchester was speaking about the 2nd annual PACE Career Fair. Site Supervisor Tracy Modlin said she expected at least 800 middle and high school students to have the opportunity to talk to about 30 local businesses, government agencies, and other organizations. 

Students were encouraged to ask questions such as, “Looking back to high school, what courses do you think would benefit your field of study?” What qualities would be most important in a candidate if you were hiring for your job?” “In your opinion, what is the best part of your career? What is the challenging part of your career?”

The business and organization representatives emanated a lot of the “good energy” Mr. Manchester mentioned. SrA Emily Sorrell, a 2015 Peru graduate, and Ssgt. Kasey Bellerive, a Plattsburgh High School graduate, represented the Vermont Air National Guard. Many of its 500 members, including Sorrell and Bellerive, live on this side of Lake Champlain. SSgt. Sorrell, a Security Force member specializing in law enforcement and light infantry, joined the Guard after completing three years at SUNY Plattsburgh. As a National Guard member, she was eligible for GI benefits, enabling her to earn her college degree.

Photographer Karli Castine said she came to answer questions about operating a small business. Standing near several of her cameras and impressive photographs, she explained, “It took me about ten years to get Karli C Photography where I want it. Now, I can work from home and set my work schedule. I enjoy it. I’m doing what I love?”

Clarkson graduates Jordan Marsh and Nathan LaValley represented the New York State Office of General Services (OGS). LaValley is a 2005 Northern Adirondack School graduate. Marsh, a native of Dickinson Center near Potsdam, participated in the SUNY Plattsburgh-Clarkson University 3-2 program. Working as a summer intern at the OGS office in Dannemora led him to go to work for the agency. OGS supervises the planning, bidding, and construction of significant state construction projects at correction facilities and projects like the Adirondack Rail Trail in the Tri-Lakes and the Frontier Town Campground in North Hudson.

Four CVPH-UVM Health Network staff members participated, including CT Technologist Brenda Sypek-Potthast, a Peru High School graduate. The CVPH’s presentation featured the many career fields the CVPH Health Network offers. CVPH employs more than 2,000 people in our region.

Saranac High School graduate Kaylyn Wood represented the Clinton County Soil and Conservation office. She enjoyed the sciences in high school, leading her to earn a two-year degree in environmental science at North Country Community College. Wood said she loves her job, especially after growing up on a small farm. Today, she works with farmers to help them comply with environmental regulations and apply for grant funding.

The Peru Gazette only had time to interview a small sampling of representatives. At least one 8th-grade student came home excited, saying, “I want to be a NYS Trooper,” while a 10th-grader said, “I want to work for Community Bank.” Hopefully, Peru’s 6-12 students had many career ideas to discuss Thursday evening at home.

PACE (PERU AFTER-SCHOOL CAREER EXPLORATION PROGRAM) is the result of a a five-year competitive grant awarded to Peru Central School for middle and high school use. The grant awards the school $350,000 annually and is geared to three primary goals.

1. Increase students’ Core academic knowledge and skills.
2. Improve key behaviors and attitudes (attendance, engagement, and aspirations).
3. Foster career-specific knowledge and skills, including critical thinking and problem-solving, teamwork and collaboration, and effective communication. 

It runs Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:15 p.m. through 4:30 p.m.

Thursday’s participating businesses and organizations included: 

Community Bank

Chimera Integrations

Mountain Lake PBS

UA Local 773 – Plumber/Pipefitters Union

Michelin

Karli C Photography

Vermont Air National Guard

NYS Office of General Services – Construction Engineers

Eagle Associates – Kitchen Sales

Casella Waste Systems

New York State Police

Johns Manville Roofing

Pine Harbor Living Facility

One Last Look – Hair Stylist

Clinton County Sheriff’s Department

CVPH-UVM Health Network

Clinton Community College

Plattsburgh City Fire Department t

United States Marine Corps

Clinton County Soil & Water Conservation

Century 21 Realty – Dianne Rock

Palmer’s Veterinary Clinic

The Strand Center For the Arts

Peru Fire Department

NYSEG Lineman

SUNY Plattsburgh

Customs and Border Detection

Miner Institute

Good morning – The April 8th, 2024, Regular Board Meeting is cancelled. 

Thank you Dianne

Dianne E. Miller

Town Clerk

Town of Peru

Pork Stew
Bread
Snack Cup
Dessert

Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972

All are invited and welcome!