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JetBlue to reinstate service between Burlington and JFK after meeting with Vermont delegation

Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Many kids and adults can’t wait for Saturday’s parade

The 2023 Peru Tractor Parade is on Saturday, December 9, beginning at 6 p.m. It is on the same route as last year. It starts at the Irwin farm on Jarvis Road, left on River Rd., right on Laflure Lane, Right onto Rt. 22, right over the bridge, Right at Liberty’s on Union Rd., left […]

Six Applications submitted to Planning Board for Dec. 13 agenda

AGENDA – PERU Planning Board WEDNESDAY December 13, 2023 @ 6:00 PM CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of November 8, 2023 minutes OPEN FLOOR to public hearing APPLICATIONS: P2023-012; Site Plan Approval with SEQRA Leon Blair, 280.1-8-67; 817 Union Rd P2023-020; Site Plan Approval with SEQRA WJB Properties LLC, 269.-1-39, […]

Federal assistance for Clinton Co. residents affected by July flooding In-person

Disaster Loan Outreach Center to open at Ellenburg Town Hall today  Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Thank you to Duprey’s Drone Zone for the Dec. 5 overflight of the re-opened Carpenter’s Flat Bridge

North Country at Work: Running a small, classic dairy in Crown Point

Click here for the NCPR story 

Carpenter’s Flat Route 9 bridge has reopened

By John T Ryan December 5, 2023 – Luck Bros. lived up to its targeted reopening date for the Carpernter’s Flat Bridge this morning at 8:48 a.m. when a northbound car crossed the bridge at 8:48 a.m. a few minutes before Luck Bros. had removed all the “Bridge Closed” signs. The gentleman driving the car […]

New York minimum wage set to rise soon

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Route 9 Carpenter’s Flat Bridge should reopen about 9 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5

Peru, NY December 4, 2023 – Luck Brothers will meet New York State Department of Transportation officials at about 9 a.m., and if all goes as planned, the Route 9 Carpenter’s Flat Bridge should reopen for travel about that time. Luck Bros. on-the-job foreman Travis Breyette commented, “It’s been a good project.” Asked if it resembled […]

Christmas Craft Fair today at St. Augustine’s until 4 p.m.

Assemblyman Billy Jones: Beta Technologies announces $41 million expansion at Plattsburgh International Airport

            Empire State Development announced today that Beta Technologies received a $20 million state grant to help with the $41 million expansion of their technology campus at Plattsburgh International Airport. Beta Technologies is a aerospace industry leader and an important asset to the North Country’s transportation manufacturing sector.             “Congratulations to Beta Technologies!” said Assemblyman […]

Energy leaders warn: NY electric grid must grow for Micron and other new big users

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Clinton Community College Foundation announced $50,000 grant from Stewart’s Shops and the Dake Family.

Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Clinton Co. celebrates first Breeze flight to Orlando

CEO David Neeleman “We fly to places that other people don’t fly” Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Extension of Dairy Margin Coverage secured

Program protects dairy farmers when cost of feed narrows profit margin Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Beta Technologies lands $169M federal loan to build its electric planes

Beta also has a facility in Plattsburgh  Click here for the VTDIgger story 

North Country Chamber applauds border crossing funding

Major funding announced to support Rouses Point and Trout River crossings Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Babbie Museum Dec. 9-10 Holiday Bazaar

Grand Union Plaza gets a nice upgrade

November 15, 2023 – Peru, NY Shoppers walking between Kinney Drugs and Aubuchon Hardware will have a better experience in a few days. Mossbrook Landscaping is installing a new sidewalk between the stores. The work should be completed sometime next week.

Public help sought regarding Military Turnpike Maplefields burglary

Anyone with information is asked to call State Police Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Jersey Mike’s coming to Plattsburgh

Click here for the Press-Republican story 

December 5 target date for reopening Carpenter’s Flat Bridge

Peru, November 14, 2023 – Route 9 Carpenter’s Flat Bridge construction is moving toward completion. Luck Bros. Project Manager Walter Tupper said December 5 is the target reopening date. Luck Bro. raised the bridge 3.5 feet and rebuilt the existing pedestals. It’s currently at road level but supported by temporary supports.

Stewart’s closing Manning Blvd. shop due to public safety concerns

November 13, 2023 — Stewart’s Shops Corp. is closing its store at the corner of Manning Boulevard and Central Avenue in Albany following a surge in theft, robberies and threats of violence that have created an unsafe environment for our customers and our partners who work there. This unfortunate decision is driven by the need to ensure the safety […]

Bailey Ford in Malone changes hands

Plattsburgh dealership remains in the Bailey family while Malone Ford transitions Click here for the Sun Community News story 

All Stewart’s Customers Can Enjoy a 99¢ Single Scoop Cone this Saturday, November 11th in Honor of Veterans Day

Stewart’s Announces: To honor our Veterans, all Stewart’s customers can enjoy a 99¢ single scoop cone this Saturday, November 11th. Stewart’s Shops is proud to support veterans on Veterans Day and every day throughout the year. They support over 140 veteran groups each year with monetary and product donations. From job training, providing meals for […]