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Mark your Applefest calendars for Saturday, September 19

Local Musicians Take the Stage at CVPH This Summer

Free community concerts on the front lawn  Plattsburgh, NY – The Foundation of CVPH invites the community to enjoy the talents of local musicians on the hospital’s spectacular front lawn as it presents its 2026 Concert Series. On Thursday, July 30, LP Acoustic will offer a blend of old and new country music with a […]

Tickets and vouchers for 2026 NYS Fair go on sale July 7

The Great New York State Fair to Run Wednesday, August 26 Through Labor Day, September 7 Albany, July 6, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that admission and parking passes for The 2026 Great New York State Fair will go on sale Tuesday, July 7, at 9 a.m. Packed with incredible value, a single […]

Fireworks Safety Tips

If Handling Legal Sparkling Devices, Priority Number One is Fire Safety Albany, July 3, 2026 Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to prioritize safety as they prepare for the July 4th holiday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Fireworks pose a significant risk, causing thousands of injuries each year, particularly among young people. These accidents […]

Schuyler Falls Field Day is not far away

On Saturday, July 25th, the Townwide Field Day will start at 11 am, with fun for the entire family at this same Salmon River Road Park.  There will be trackless train rides, bouncy houses, rock wall climbing, mechanical bull, music, vendors, kids’ activities, and food from 11am to 9pm.  Kickin’ Up Dust Country plays from […]

Town of Schuyler Falls Concert Series begins on Friday, July 10

The Town of Schuyler Falls announces the 2025 summer’s Music in the Park series.  Concerts are held outdoors on Friday evenings 6-8pm starting July 10th through September 4th  (but not 7/17 or 7/24) at the Jefferson Dukette Memorial Field on Salmon River Road near Mason Street and between Mason Street and Military Turnpike.  This venue […]

See the fairies, pixies, gnomes, elves, and trolls live and work

Peru, NY – June 27, 2026 – Retired Peru health and language teacher Don Evans invited parents with small children to stop by 7 Oakdale Dr. and see the whimsical fairy garden. During long winters, Evans builds miniature, detailed structures. When spring arrives, Evans and his Shirley bring them to the front yard to assemble […]

Mural marks new chapter for historic Au Sable Forks theater

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You won’t want to miss this year’s Fourth of July Celebration in Downtown Plattsburgh!

(PLATTSBURGH- June 24 2026) – Our nation will celebrate its 250th birthday this year, and what better way to spend your Fourth of July by joining us in Downtown Plattsburgh at the annual Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday July 4th 2026! This year’s celebration will feature a parade, free concert, downtown food court and […]

Saranac Lake to host Porsche show on Friday, Cruisin’ car show on Saturday

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Lake Placid and I Love NY Horse Shows return for 57th year 

LAKE PLACID NY (June 16, 2026) – The Lake Placid and I Love NY Horse Shows are returning to the North Elba Show Grounds for the 57th time this summer, bringing nearly 1,000 horses and their riders to the Adirondacks. The equestrian competitions will take place over two weeks, between June 23 and July 5, […]

Blues, Gospel, and much more this Juneteenth Weekend

This weekend is Juneteenth (June 19–21), and Plattsburgh Blues and Jazz is proud to be partnering with the Colors of Freedom Committee North Star Underground Railroad Museum, John Brown Lives!, the Clinton County Historical Association, SUNY Plattsburgh, Paul Smith’s College, and the Plattsburgh Public Library as part of the community events to commemorate this important […]

17th Annual Museum Day To Kick-Off the Summer of History Saturday, June 20 (Hours as noted)

Plattsburgh, NY, June 15, 2026 – The Adirondack Coast Cultural Alliance (ACCA) hosts the 17th Annual Museum Day throughout Historic Clinton County on 20 June 2026, inviting visitors and residents to “be a tourist in your own backyard” and explore the area’s wealth of museums, galleries, and cultural organizations. For one day participating locations will offer […]

$161 million available for NYS Artists, Arts, and Culture Organizations

Guidelines for $81 Million First Round of FY27 Council on the Arts Grants Now Available Here Albany, June 6, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $161 million in grant funding for New York State artists and nonprofit arts and culture organizations in FY2027, with applications now available for the first round of funding, totaling […]

Juneteenth Celebrations in the North Country

Plattsburgh, June 2, 2026 – Three days of celebrations will be held from June 19 to June 21 to mark the 2026 national Juneteenth holiday in Clinton and Essex counties, which were hotbeds of abolitionism during a transformational time in American history. Juneteenth National Independence Day celebrates the final end of chattel slavery after the […]

Life + Story today at the Peru Free Library

Babbie Museum Dairy Days, June 13-14

Tom Venne performing on Sunday 11:30 – 2:30   

Memorial Day Community Car Show Moved to Saturday, May 23 Due to Weather Forecast

ALTONA, NY — Organizers of the Memorial Day Community Car Show have announced that the event originally scheduled for Sunday, May 24, 2026, has been moved to Saturday, May 23, 2026 due to the weather forecast. The event will still be held at Rainbow Banquet Hall, located at 47 Woods Falls Rd in Altona, NY. […]

Peru High School Students Excel in VFW Auxiliary Art Contest

May 19, 2026, Peru, NY — This afternoon at Peru High School, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Memorial Post 309 and its Auxiliary recognized two talented student artists from Peru High School for their outstanding achievements in the VFW Auxiliary National’s Annual 3-D Patriotic Art contest. Magdalena Manley and Adalyn Gertsch were both honored for […]

Ti native pens major Hollywood movie

Zach Donohue’s new horror flick hits theaters Memorial Day Weekend Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Peru Library Photo Contest May 1 – May 31

2026 Fourth of July parade call for participants 

Lake Placid, NY (May 11, 2026) – The Lake Placid July 4th Organizing Committee is inviting community members to take part in the annual Independence Day celebration, which features a parade down Main Street. Organizers are calling on the community to help make this year’s event the most vibrant yet, with all encouraged to participate. […]

Organic Matter: An exhibition showcasing six artists moved by the natural world around us

PLATTSBURGH, NY – May 12 2026 – The Strand Center for the Arts is excited to host “Organic Matter. ” Organic Matter will be a group exhibition curated by Gallery Manager & Associate Curator, Elsa Koop-Angelicola. This exhibition will showcase the artwork of six artists to display the raw beauty of abstract elements as well as the skill of […]

Champlain Valley Voices perform Mass for a New Millennium

Young Concert Artists guitar duo Miles Johnston and Michael Vascones with flautist Anthony Trionfo perform in the final presentation of Hill and Hollow Music’s 31st Season.

 WHEN: Sunday May 24th, 4pm.  Doors open at 3:30pm WHERE: The Saranac Methodist Church, Route 3 Saranac NY TICKETS: General Admission $20 and the door. Children and Students $10 Hill and Hollow Music presents guitar duo Miles Johnston and Michael Vascones with flautist Anthony Trinfo for a program ranging from Back and Piazzolla to contemporary […]