Peru is a city in LaSalle County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 9,863.
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City of Peru announces spring collection service schedule
City of Peru announces spring collection service schedule Shaw Local
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NewsMAR 05, 2026
Schedule - St. Bede Bruins (Peru, IL) Basketball 25-26
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NewsFEB 28, 2026
Writers at Westclox author fair set for March 14 in Peru
Writers at Westclox author fair set for March 14 in Peru Shaw Local
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