PERRY — The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) awarded Perry $1,063,638 for a transportation and economic development project in the village's downtown. The request for assistance through the state-administered, federally-funded program was fully met and will provide continued support for development of downtown Perry, whose business district has added 25 new businesses in the last eight years. "These improvements will … [Read more...]
FURRY FRIENDS: Meet ‘Bugsy”
PERRY —Meet 'Bugsy' a wonderful pit-bull, terrier mix up for adoption from Going to the Dogs Rescue based in Perry. According to Going to the Dogs Rescue: I am a sweet boy who loves attention and is eager to please! I love to run and play, but I am also a lap loving snuggler who would watch TV with you for hours. I am not a big barker or noise maker...I am rather quiet and just want your attention and love whenever you can give it to me … [Read more...]
Perry Resident Fuming Over Time to Return Power After Disconnect
PERRY — A resident is upset that the New York State Energy and Gas Company (NYSEG) and their policy on power restoration after a shut off due to failure to pay a bill. According to Russ Johnson, Perry resident, he admits he forgot to pay his bill, but was incredibly frustrated at the amount of time it took for power to be restored after making a payment. Johnson states that he was initially told that after he paid the $114 balance on a … [Read more...]
Perry Farmer’s Market Note Cards Available for Holiday Gifts
PERRY — Although it's December and we are months away from the Farmer's Market, their highly anticipated note card release is now available. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the Summer Saturdays Art Series. The set of six cards features familiar Perry Farmers Market images from the 2013 season, plus one photo from the Perry Chalk Art Festival. Send your thank you notes or stuff a stocking with images that help recall the tasty tomatoes, the … [Read more...]
Last Night Perry 2013 Offers Safe Way for Families to Celebrate New Year
PERRY — Finding fun alcohol-free events on New Year's eve can be a challenge but Last Night Perry 2013 is serving up a fun safe evening for all to enjoy. The celebration takes place from 5:00pm through midnight on Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at the Perry Elementary Middle School, 50 Olin Avenue, Perry. The evening will consist of 40 performances on the Last Night Perry stage. Early evening events include a “street fair”, featuring vaudeville … [Read more...]
Perry Tuesday Club Raises $1,000 for Village Park
PERRY — The Perry Tuesday Club presented a $1,000 check to the Village for new benches in the Village Park. The revenue was generated from the raffle of gift baskets at the farmers' market and other fundraising events. The money will be used to help pay for new benches in the Village Park. The park is in the process of a renovation that includes a splash pad for kids to enjoy during the summer months. "One of the things I love about the … [Read more...]
Perry Holiday Festival a Generous Event
PERRY — If kids want to get a head start on running down Santa they are going to have a wonderful opportunity on Dec 7th at the Perry Holiday Delight Festival. The event goes from 5-8 p.m. and kicks off with Santa arriving by firetruck. The spectacular festivities include plenty of food and a bonfire right on Main Street. According to Tammy Kelsey, from the holiday lights committee, last year over 300 kids waited to greet Santa and every … [Read more...]
Village of Perry Wants To Clarify Sidewalk Snow Removal Policy
PERRY — With the snow piles right around the corner the Perry Village Board is making the effort to clarify their sidewalk snow removal policy. The current law in Perry states, "Every occupant of land and every owner of vacant land fronting on sidewalks in the Village of Perry shall keep said sidewalk clean and clear of ice, snow and other obstacles. If such occupant or owner shall fail to remove such ice, snow or other obstruction before 9:00 … [Read more...]
Village of Perry Interested in Low Income Home Rehabilitation Grant Program
PERRY — The Village Board voted unanimously to pay the costs for a survey in which the data obtained will be used to help low income home owners apply for grant money for home renovations. The fee for the survey is approximately $600 and will determine which homes in a specific Perry neighborhood would meet the criteria for the grant and the costs involved in the renovations. According to the New York State Community Development Block Grant … [Read more...]
Village of Perry Accepting Bids on Surplus Firewood
PERRY — The Village of Perry has declared surplus approximately 100 cords of varied sized firewood and is accepting bids for it's purchase. Sealed bids will be accepted at the clerk's office up until Nov 15th @11 a.m. - There is no cutting , processing or splitting of wood on Village property. - All wood must be removed by 3 p.m. on Friday Dec 6, 2013 - The village of perry will load the wood onto the successful bidders 1 ton dump truck … [Read more...]