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The editor is John Ryan at email: perugazette@gmail.com. The Peru Gazette is a free community, education and information website. It is non-commercial and does not accept paid advertising.

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Ben & Jerry’s Burlington scoop shop unionization effort moves forward

Click here for the VTDigger story 

Green Acres Restaurant property owner wants to talk

The Peru Gazette received this message from Stephen Miller, the owner of the Green Acres Restaurant property. The current restaurant operator, Donna Rowley, plans to close her business by June 30. Stephen Miller Cell phone number 518 420 4357 I would be more than willing to discuss the restaurant with anyone that might be interested […]

Donna Rowley plans to close, but Green Acres Restaurant is still open for business.

By John T Ryan “Green Acres will be closing on June 30… Want to express how much y’all mean to me…your support..meeting many fantastic people..thank you..my heart.” Those words are a portion of Donna Rowley’s May 29 Facebook post. This morning Rowley hadn’t changed her mind. She commented, “I’ll keep operating as long as my […]

Vermont retailers report brisk sales, but the summer outlook is unpredictable

“On the whole, Vermont retailers are still struggling to regain customers from national websites.” Click here for the VTDigger story

Online reporting system for harmful algal blooms now active

DEC encourages New Yorkers to ‘Know it, Avoid it, Report it” Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Packaging reduction bill supporters say its chance of becoming law is growing

Click here for the NCPR story 

Another celebration of our region’s glorious history

By John T. Ryan May 26, 2023 – Plattsburgh Excitement was in the air Friday as many supporters attended the groundbreaking ceremonies for the Battlefield Memorial Gateway. Town of Plattsburgh Supervisor Michael Cashman told the large gathering he was so excited he had trouble sleeping the previous night. Located on Route 9 across from Clare […]

2023 Adirondack Summer Harvest Farmers’ Market Guide

Spring’s harvest has arrived in Peru

One of the many reasons people love Peru is that our little community has so many things to offer. This time of year it’s fruits, flowers, plants and fresh vegetables like asparagus. Here are some things Northern Orchard Farm Stand on Union Road is offering this weekend.

Regional unempolyment rates approcach record lows

May 25, 2023 – From the North Country Chamber of Commerce – The New York State Labor Dept. has released seasonally unadjusted unemployment rates for April, showing some area counties approaching record lows and most outperforming the statewide figure of 4%. The unemployment percentages for April 2023 are as follows:    CLINTON COUNTY: 2.8%    ESSEX COUNTY: 3.5%    FRANKLIN […]

Peru Town Market begins Sunday, June 25 – there are still vendor openings

We are gearing up for our first @perutownmarket on June 25th from 10 am to 2 pm at Heyworth-Mason Park in Peru, NY, so mark your calendars!  We still have space available if you’re a vendor and you’re interested in joining us! Visit our PeruTownMarket.com to sign up. And please reach out with any questions!

Hudson Headwaters to expand access pediatrics care in Plattsburgh

Click here for the Sun Comunity News story 

Central NY hotel management sent long-term residents scrambling to make room for migrant contracts

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Flying high over the North Country

By John T Ryan  Peru – It’s hard not to love drone photos. They’ve given us a whole new perspective on the world. David Duprey of Peru, is the owner of Duprey’s Drone Zone. The aerial views of Peru, the City of Plattsburgh, the Cumberland Head ferry landing, and the Babbie Rural and Farm Learning […]

North Country’s first recreational cannabis dispensary is open for business

Elevate ADK is operating a delivery-only service until it moves into its new storefront. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Housing meets climate: Officials laud new microgrid community in South Burlington

The forthcoming housing development will feature 155 new all-electric dwellings — a mix of single-family, multi-family and permanently affordable homes — some of which are slated to be ready for move-in later this year. Click here for the VTDigger story 

Hochul details minimum wage increases included in the budget

In response to inflation, minimum wage to increase to $16 by 2026 Click here for the Sun Community News story   

May 18, 2023 – Peru is a peaceful, beautiful place at sunrise.

Peru orchardists turn on fans to combat the frost

No, helicopters weren’t overflying Peru beginning at about midnight last night; fans turned, sometimes loudly, keeping the air moving to protect our orchards from the frost damage. Temperatures reached the low thirties—video with sound.  

Mega Trucks added to this year’s Dozerfest lineup 

                The Plattsburgh Kiwanis Breakfast Club and Upstone Materials are proud to announce that Mega Trucks were added to this year’s Dozerfest lineup to make it bigger than ever.  The Wanted Truck operated by Kevin Bigelow will be there as well as the Hired Gun operated by Elijah, Hellboy operated by Tyler, and Airborne operated […]

Operator in limo crash that killed 20 convicted of manslaughter

He faces five to 15 years in prison for the charges and is due to receive his sentence on May 31. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Your chance to participate in a drone video at Babbie Museum’s Opening Day

Peru, May 17 – Three days before our 2023 Season at the Museum! It’s hard to believe we opened the Museum 13 years ago! We are excited to partner with Duprey’s Drone Zone on our Opening Day this coming Saturday, May 20th. Duprey’s Drone Zone specializes in aerial videography and photography and will create an […]

Continue to support downtown Plattsburgh businesses

THEY ARE OPEN! Attention all locals and visitors, we’re sure you’ve heard about the Margaret Street Construction that’s currently underway in Downtown Plattsburgh. It may be causing a little bit of a confusion, but don’t let that discourage you from supporting the amazing businesses in the area that are still open! Whether you’re in the […]

Golf Tournament plans to offer college scholarships to Peru, PHS and Seton students

Champlain border crossings up 134 percent

North Country Chamber expects to see a steady increase in northern travelers Click here for the Sun Community News story