The Peru Gazette

By John T Ryan Peru, NY Renee Gifford’s exhibit is currently on view at the Peru Free Library through May 2. A registered nurse by profession, Renee rekindled her passion for art—first sparked in high school—during the pandemic. When she first showed her paintings at the Strand Center, she hesitated to sign them, unsure whether […]

Votes to regulate large-scale retail buildings following years of development debate Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

AuSable Valley sees itself as a canary in the coal mine, which should be a warning to other Adirondack communities. Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

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“Johana would not be detained but for an unlawfully executed search warrant,” her lawyer Kristen Connors said in court. Two others are still detained. Click here for the vtdigger story 

The Peru Central School District is closed today March 17, 2026, due to the downed trees and powerlines from last night’s weather. The campus will be closed to all activities. 

By John T Ryan  Peru – “Gee” and “Haw.” Those are the commands mushers use to tell their sled dogs to turn right and left. Until March 7, many local families and kids had never heard those words—at least, not until Karen Land brought her exciting world of sled dogs to a Peru Free Library […]

Multi-year expansion project now complete with enhanced assisted living and amenities Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Shepherd’s Pie  Fruit Bread  Dessert  Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., take-out only, at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972.  All are invited and welcome!

Demonstrators demanded the release of the three detained immigrants and called on Vermont police to answer for their role in the raid. Click here for the Seven Days story 

Plattsburgh YMCA “Statement* We were deeply saddened and disturbed to learn of allegations of physical abuse and inappropriate discipline by a now-former employee against children in our Bright Beginnings Childcare Center. We’ve since terminated this person’s employment and are cooperating fully with state and local authorities as they investigate the situation. While investigating these allegations, […]

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The Peru Central School District is officially seeking candidates to fill two (2) at-large seats on the Board of Education. These vacancies result from the upcoming term expiration of Mr. Mark Hamilton and the resignation of Ms. Sarah Mitchell, which is currently filled by Mr. Steven Peters. District residents interested in serving the community are […]

Ogdensburg and Moriah added to a long list of previous winners  Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Residents raised privacy concerns and criticized how the program was introduced during village board meeting Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

By John T Ryan  Peru – On September 3, 2024, voters gave the green light to a major investment: up to $5 million for expanding and renovating Peru’s fire station. Fast-forward 18 months, and the Department is now seeking bids for general construction, electrical work, HVAC, and plumbing. Bid proposal must be submitted by April […]

Evacuations underway along the Saranac River in Morrisonville Tuesday morning Click here for the Sun Comunity News story 

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Clinton County is included in the program  Click here for the NCPR story 

New policy builds on last year’s debate over using local resources for immigration enforcement Click here for the Adirondack Explore story