The Peru Gazette

Apologize for missing this important April 9th story . Source: Coronavirus-related closures continue, including Hotel Saranac – Adirondack Explorer

By John T. Ryan Peru – The old Maplefields gas station-convenience store at 654 Bear Swamp Road was demolished yesterday. Today contractors trucked away the remaining debris. The installation of the footings should begin tomorrow. Wright & Morrissey Inc. of South Burlington is the general contractor. Fuller Excavating of Keeseville is also working on the […]

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Peru – A small pile of rubble is all that remains at Maplefields on the Bear Swamp Rd. this evening. The demolition of the old building was planned for March 15th, but it was delayed by the coronavirus crisis. Owner R. L. Vallee had hoped to construct a new building in about 90 days. The […]

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By John T. Ryan Plattsburgh – Migrant H2A Jamaican workers are well-known as being the lifeblood of local orchards. In this morning’s Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) briefing, Director John Kanosa said his staff is monitoring the COVID-19 situation as it relates to the workers. He said, “The majority of these workers arrive later this […]

Pasquale’s Restaurant and Bar Daily Specials for 4/17/2020: 1. Special #1 – Mediterranean Garlic Cheese Bread – w/ Diced Tomatoes, Green/Black Olives, Mozzarella and Feta Cheese, Served with Marinara Sauce. $7.95 2. Special #2 – Fish and Chips – Fried Breaded Cod Fish w/ French Fries $14.95 3. Special #3 – Shrimp and Roasted Red Pepper […]

We’re open for takeout 4-8 PM Thursday – Sunday serving our full menu plus the following specials while they last: 🥣 Tom Yom Soup. Traditional Taiwanese hot and sour soup with lobster-coconut broth, shrimp, spinach, carrots red peppers, and shallots. 🥡 Pork Fried Rice. Local pork loin, edamame, corn, mushrooms, scrambled egg, toasted sesame seeds […]

(Williamsville, NY) – During these unprecedented times all Tops Friendly Markets locations are raising a cup of kindness as a way to say thank you to essential workers at all of its 162 locations in New York, Vermont, and Pennsylvania.  From now until June 13, 2020 Tops is offering all essential workers a 50% discount […]

Plattsburgh, NY – The North Country Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a conversation with Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul next week.  We look forward to hearing from her as she updates our membership on the current pandemic and answers questions regarding the state’s response to COVID-19 and plans for economic recovery. DATE: Wednesday, April 22nd […]

Source: Local favorite Guma’s to close – Sun Community News & Printing

Source: NYS business leaders: Economic recovery will take more than 6 months – – The Adirondack Almanack

April 15, 2020, Facebook post Another hard day has hit our Guma’s family. As this terrible virus has taken its toll on so many, it has also taken its toll on us. We are very saddened to announce that as of April 25th we will be closing. This has been a very difficult decision for […]

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Saratoga, NY – Today, President Trump announced Congresswoman Elise Stefanik will be serving on the bipartisan Task Force on Reopening the Economy, focused on restarting the economy after the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic is contained. “I am honored to be named to the bipartisan Task Force on […]

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has announced that as of 11:59 p.m. tonight (April 15) they will reduce hours of operation at four area out-ports: * HEMMINGFORD (Mooers) * LACOLLE ROUTE 221 (Overton Corners) * LACOLLE ROUTE 223 (Rouses Point) * TROUT RIVER The Canadian ports of entry at these three locations will now […]

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From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Saratoga, NY – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik sent a letter to Congressional Leadership requesting additional flexibility for seasonal businesses when calculating their average payroll for Paycheck Protection Program loans, ensuring the maximum amount they are eligible for is not weighed down by weeks they are not in operation. The […]

Information and your questions on the EIDL and PPP answered!  Plattsburgh, NY – The North Country Chamber of Commerce and SCORE will be hosting a webinar/call on Friday, April 17th at 10:30 am to discuss the following federal assistance programs: Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Program EIDL Cash Advance Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Staff from […]

Stewart’s Shops News Release   April 13, 2020 – In these uncertain times, Stewart’s Shops Partners have received some good news regarding their profit sharing statements. Existing ESOP accounts received approximately 17.5% growth on their existing accounts including over 6.3% in dividends. This success is from the service their great Partners provide, increased operating profitability, and […]

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