Archive for April, 2026
Art Graves, a Local Inspiration
By John T Ryan Peru, April 8, 2026 – Though some people may not know him by name, almost everyone residing in or near the Peru hamlet is familiar with Art Graves. Graves has been running along Peru’s streets and roads for as long as most people can remember. A few years ago, a Jamaican […]
Posted: April 8th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Faces of Peru, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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If you enjoy a great breakfast, mark your calendar for Sunday, April 12
Posted: April 8th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Charity Events, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Meals on Wheels drivers needed
Plattsburgh, April 8, 2026 – The Press-Republican reports today that the Senior Citizens Council of Clinton County Nutrition Program for the Elderly needs more drivers for its Home Delivered Meals program. Volunteers use their own vehicles, but mileage is reimbursed. Drivers deliver to homebound seniors who are unable to cook for themselves. Deliveries last anywhere […]
Posted: April 8th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, City News, Community Events, County Government News, General News, Northern NY News, Social Issues.
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Major Adirondack lake survey ready for first full field season
The most far-reaching study in 40 years aims to track impact of changing climate on Adirondack waters Click here for the Adirondack Almanac Story
Posted: April 8th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Environmental News, General News, Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, Statewide News.
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CCC Marks New Chapter with Commencement Ceremonies at Strand Theatre
Spring commencement and nursing pinning set for historic downtown Plattsburgh venue PLATTSBURGH — Clinton Community College will hold its May commencement ceremonies at the Strand Center for the Arts Theatre in downtown Plattsburgh, its first commencement since co-locating on SUNY Plattsburgh’s campus. Both the Spring Commencement ceremony and the Nursing Capping and Pinning ceremony will […]
Posted: April 7th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, City News, Community Events, County Government News, Education News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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AGENDA – Zoning Board WEDNESDAY April 15, 2026 @ 7:00 PM TOWN OF PERU
CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL December 2025 minutes OPEN FLOOR TO PUBLIC HEARING APPLICATIONS: File # Z-2026-111 – Area Variance – Myles Tallada at 771 Bear Swamp Road – Parcel # 280.-1-28.2 – Requesting to remove an existing 10’X10′ shed and replace with a new 14’X30′ shed that will encroach 5 […]
Posted: April 7th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Zoning Board News.
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Local 10th Graders Explore STEM Career Pathways With Tours of Local Manufacturers and IAM
Plattsburgh, NY – Nearly 100 tenth-grade students from seven area schools participated in TDC’s 4th annual Manufacturing Experience Day on Tuesday March 31st, where they toured local manufacturers and explored the Institute for Advanced Manufacturing (IAM) at Clinton Community College. The immersive experience provided the students with valuable insights into the world of manufacturing and […]
Posted: April 7th, 2026 under General News.
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How the Adirondack Rail Trail is fueling a regional economy
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Posted: April 7th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Environmental News, General News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Recreation opportunities, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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COMMENTARY: Gravel pits, maintenance yards and an armory are part of the Forest Preserve
Protect the Adirondacks offers a response to an Adirondack Almanack piece about how to use certain parts of the Forest Preserve Click here for the Adirondack Almanac commentary
Posted: April 7th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Political News, State Government News, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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America250 – Special Presentation 6:00 pm, April 23rd, Plattsburgh Memorial Chapel Old Base, Plattsburgh, NY
Plattsburgh, April 7, 2026 – “Should the Enemy come up the Lake…you will act with such cool determined valor, as will give them Reason to repent their Temerity.” With Ed Scollon, Co-founder and Co-principal of the Valcour Bay Research Project. On October 11, 1776, Commandant Benedict Arnold and his American Fleet literally found themselves in dire straits. Outgunned […]
Posted: April 7th, 2026 under General News.
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North Country animal shelters struggle to adapt to new state guidelines
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Posted: April 6th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, State Government News, State Legislator News, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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Gov. Hochul encourages students to complete Financial Aid Applications
New FAFSA Dashboard Provides an Interactive Snapshot of the FAFSA Completion Status and Financial Aid Navigator Helps Students Maximize New York State Financial Aid Albany, NY, April 6, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation declaring April 2026 as Financial Aid Awareness Month in New York State, reaffirming the state’s commitment to breaking […]
Posted: April 6th, 2026 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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St. Augustine’s Community Meal/Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Hamburg/Gravy/Mashed Potatoes Vegetable Bread Dessert Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., take-out only, at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972. All are invited and welcome!
Posted: April 6th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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It’s Tick Season!
Plattsburgh, April 6, 2026. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is reminding residents that ticks become active for the season as soon as temperatures start reaching 40⁰F and remain active until temperatures consistently drop below that number. Ticks can spread diseases that make people and pets very sick. Diseases or illnesses spread by ticks are called “tick-borne.” Lyme […]
Posted: April 6th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Adirondack Coast Craft Fair Returns April 18 as Region’s Largest Spring Showcase of Local Artisans
PLATTSBURGH, NY –The region’s largest Spring Arts & Crafts Fair is back. On Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the Adirondack Coast Craft Fair will once again take over the gymnasium at the former Clinton Community College campus, welcoming hundreds of shoppers and over 100 vendors from across the region. Presented by Adirondack Coast […]
Posted: April 6th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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As Trump’s Iran war continues, the Vt. Air National Guard remains overseas — without a return date
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Posted: April 6th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, National History, National News, Northern NY News, Political News, Regional NY-VT News, Upstate New York, Veterans' News.
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Easter Sunday, St. Augustine’s Church, April 5, 2026
Posted: April 5th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Faces of Peru, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Religious News.
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Peru, NY – April 5, 2024
Posted: April 5th, 2026 under Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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Happy Easter
Posted: April 5th, 2026 under Community Events, National News, Northern NY News, Religious News.
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National Weather Service: Freezing Ran & High Winds Tonight
Freezing rain is expected in portions of eastern Vermont tonight with total ice accumulations ranging from a glaze to around one tenth of an inch. Winds are also expected to gust as high as 25-45 mph late tonight into Friday. Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Posted: April 4th, 2026 under Northern NY News, Peru News, Regional NY-VT News, Weather News/History, Youth News.
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Clinton Essex Franklin Library System and Mountain Lake PBS Host Indie Lens Pop-Up Screening of The Librarians During National Library Week
Thursday, April, 23, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., The Strand Center Theatre RSVP: Admission is free & open to the public; registration is required at wpbstv.org/events The Clinton Essex Franklin Library System (CEFLS) and Mountain Lake PBS invite the public to attend a free Indie Lens Pop-Up screening ofThe Librarians during National Library Week. The film screening will be […]
Posted: April 4th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Education News, National History, National News, Northern NY News, Peru Library News.
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April 9 Yard Sale will benefit Thera-Pets
Posted: April 4th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Charity Events, Community Events, Faces of Peru, Northern NY News, Peru News, Social Issues, Youth News.
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North Words: Teddy Roosevelt was a troublemaker
“Then-Vice President Roosevelt was hiking up Mount Marcy in September of 1901 when word came that President McKinley had died of a gunshot.” Click here for the NCPR “North Woods” story
Posted: April 4th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, National History, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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SUNY Plattsburgh alumnae to be feted for positive impacts
Michelle LaBounty, Sandra Lashua and Tina Potter honored at April 30 North Country Celebration Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: April 4th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Senior Citizen News.
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CCC Caregiver Classic 5K set for April 25
Proceeds help fund scholarships, graduation caps and gowns and the senior banquet. Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: April 4th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Charity Events, Community Events, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Recreation opportunities.
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