The Peru Gazette

Albany, June 11, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that funding is available from the new $10 million New York Providing Local Access to Essential Sustenance (NY PLATES) capital grant program. Governor Hochul secured this funding in the FY 2026-27 Enacted Budget to support food banks and other organizations that provide emergency food assistance […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – PLATTSBURGH, NY — Car enthusiasts, families, and community members are invited to spend the day admiring classic rides, custom builds, and unique vehicles while supporting an important cause at the Team Kermit Car Show Fundraiser on Saturday, June 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Hosted at Shady Oaks, the event welcomes […]

We still have maybe 20-30 8ft tables lined up with tabletops stuffed with great items to peruse & buy. From 9-12noon it’s a bag sale – purchase one of our bags for $5 & fill it with whatever you like! Then noon to 2 pm ( or so) most everything is free or donate whatever […]

PERU, NY, May 14, 2026  — Heart Well Homestead is inviting runners, walkers, families, and community supporters to suit up for the Superhero Strides 5K on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Rulfs Orchard. This fun-filled event will raise funds to support Heart Well Homestead’s mission of providing safe housing and essential support for unstably housed pregnant […]

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Tickets on sale for Foundation of CVPH’s June 13 gala Plattsburgh, NY — Tickets are now on sale for the Foundation of CVPH’s Black & White Centennial Celebration, a signature event commemorating 100 years of caring on the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital’s (CVPH) 75 Beekman Street campus. The celebration […]

Food Available As Long As Supplies Last PERU, NY – SATURDAY, MAY 9, – Unitary America is hosting another food drive, its first food drive outside of the immediate Plattsburgh area, on May 9th, at the Peru Free Library, between the hours of 11:00 am. and 1:00 pm. All those who need food are welcome […]

Proceeds from the sale support the Peru Community Church’s many programs and operations Click here for the Sun Community News story 

PLATTSBURGH, NY – Last Saturday, April 25, Unitary America, alongside volunteers Garrett Monette, Colin Clancy, Elias Cross, Omar Fathi, Ethan Breen, and Dennis Ivanov, removed roughly 500 pounds of garbage from alongside Route 11 in Champlain, New York, with efforts concentrated at the Route 11-Interstate 87 intersection, and the surrounding areas. A significant part of […]

Mission of Hope Welcomes Volunteers  Peru, NY, April 20, 2026  – This trip is a remarkable opportunity for adults and students alike to step outside the routine of daily life and discover the profound rewards of serving others. Participants consistently return home with a renewed sense of purpose, a deeper faith, and connections forged through […]

Peru, NY, April 18, 2026 – Peru, NY, April 18, 2026 – Peru Firefighters are at work this morning hoping to build up the Greg Timmons Memorial Scholarship. Stop by the Peru Fire Department and show your support!!!!!!! They’ll be working until noon.

Peru, April 14, 2026 – Peru Knights of Columbus Council 7273 extends sincere appreciation to the parishioners of St. Alexander’s, St. Augustine’s, and St. James, as well as all the many supporters throughout the community. Your ongoing encouragement and attendance at our monthly breakfasts have strengthened the Knights’ charitable mission and fostered a vibrant community […]

Proceeds help fund scholarships, graduation caps and gowns and the senior banquet. Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Adirondack Land Trust announces protection of 321 acres in Schroon

No age restrictions, no AARP membership necessary Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Customers invited to round up purchases during March to fund critical community services Schenectady, N.Y., March 2, 2025– Market 32 and Price Chopper are inviting customers to round up their purchase total to the nearest dollar at checkout to benefit local United Way chapters and the various nonprofit partners they help support across the chain’s […]

PLATTSBURGH, NY, February 27, 2026  – The Plattsburgh Polar Plunge benefiting Special Olympics New York will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Plattsburgh City Beach on Lake Champlain. Hundreds of participants from across the North Country are expected to take the icy leap in support of local athletes with intellectual disabilities. The Polar Plunge […]

Market 32 Cares-supported fundraiser continues to deliver critical support for local communities Price-Chopper/Market 32 Press Release Schenectady, N.Y., February 18, 2025– Salvation Army bellringers at Market 32 and Price Chopper stores in New York, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire raised over $623,000 during the 6-week “Red Kettle” holiday campaign in November and December […]