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April events sponsored by the Clinton County Historical Association (free and open to the public)

April 9 – 2:30 pm, Meadowbrook Healthcare, 154 Prospect Avenue, Plattsburgh. Portraits from the turn of the 19th century and the stories they might tell. The Clinton County Historical Association has 17,000 portraits in their collection taken between 1890 and 1920, and some of the most unusual and interesting will be shared along with the known or occasionally speculated background […]

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia – April 3, 2 – 3 p. m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, March 27, 2024 

Michigans  Salad Yogurt  Bread  Dessert  Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972  All are invited and welcome!

Assemblyman Jones announces nominations are underway for 2024 Women of Distinction Awards

Nomination deadline is March 31  Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) announced that nominations for his 2024 Women of Distinction Awards are underway. The Women of Distinction Awards are held annually and honor local women who have had significant positive impacts on their community and those around them. Awards will be given for various categories, such […]

Phase one of Vilas Home expansion complete

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CVPH Walk With a Doc Continues March 23

Local physicians promote the benefits of walking, health education  PLATTSBURGH, NY —The next Walk With a Doc will bring spring to your health routine. The walk, offered by the University of Vermont Health Network—Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) Family Medicine Residency, will take place on Saturday, March 23, at 10 a.m. at the YMCA on the […]

Rescheduled: Easter Egg Hunt Sat. March 30 11AM – Town of Schuyler Falls

The Town of Schuyler Falls announces the first annual Easter Egg Hunt for children 10 and under, which will be held on Saturday, March 30, starting at 2 PM at the Jefferson Dukette Memorial Field (Salmon River Rec Park) at 618 Salmon River Road, between Mason Street and Military Turnpike. A special area will be […]

Champlain Area Trails Invites Community to Join the Grand Hike on May 11th

On May 11, 2024, Champlain Area Trails (CATS) will host its signature annual Grand Hike, a 14-mile walk from Essex to Westport along scenic trails and back roads in New York’s Champlain Valley. The Grand Hike promotes healthy communities and well-being by bringing together outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers, and community members to experience the nearly […]

Chazy’s new restaurant: Whistle Stop Fusion Barbecue & Craft Mocktails

Alyssa and Amanda O’Brien inspire with menu, zero proof mocktails Click here for the Sun Community News story 

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, March 20, 2024 

Spaghetti  Salad  Bread  Dessert  Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972  All are invited and welcome!

Jehovah’s Witnesses Launch Invitation Campaign

Residents Invited to Two Special Events in March During March 2024, Jehovah’s Witnesses will be launching a special campaign to invite fellow residents of The Champlain Valley to two special events. On Sunday, March 24, millions of Jehovah’s Witnesses around the world will gather to commemorate the death of Jesus Christ.  The annual observance of […]

Robert Frenyea was honored as Irish Person of the Year

Plattsburgh (3/15/2024) | For over 60 years, the North Country Chamber of Commerce has organized the St. Patrick’s Day breakfast, a beloved tradition in the community. We were delighted to welcome a sold-out crowd to the West Side Ballroom this morning. The lively event took on a “Tonight Show” format, with Matt Boire as the […]

Peru Community Church to host Palm Sunday Brunch

Town of Beekmantown: Solar Eclipse Viewing

Beekmantown, New York 3/12/2024 The Town of Beekmantown invites you to experience the solar eclipse at the Beekmantown Town Hall and Recreation facilities located at 571 Spellman Road, West Chazy, NY, 12992, on Monday, April 8, 2024. View this once-in-a-lifetime event from our spacious fields with lots of parking. Starting at approximately 2:00 PM, a […]

Takeaways from $57M World University Games

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An amazing number of regional Solar Eclipse Events

3/11/2024 – Plattsburgh, NY – As the celestial event of the decade approaches, the Adirondack Coast community is abuzz with excitement, gearing up for an extraordinary celebration surrounding the April 8, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. From captivating educational experiences to celestial-themed festivities, both residents and visitors are in for an unparalleled cosmic adventure. Solar Eclipse […]

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Pork Chops Stuffing Vegetable Applesauce Dessert Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972 All are invited and welcome!

Peru Fire Department Plans Major Fire Station Expansion

By John T Ryan March 6, 2024 – If voters approve, the Peru Fire Station will be undergoing a significant expansion. Fire Commissioner Chairman Greg Timmons unveiled preliminary plans at the fire station last night. Engineers from Architectural Engineering and Design Associates (AEDA) also responded to questions. The department’s plans include: Expanding the building’s five […]

March 14 – Corned Beef and Cabbage at the Peru VFW

The Howl Story Slam returns for its 8th season

The Adirondack Center for Writing (ACW) and North Country Public Radio (NCPR) have announced the first five Howl Story Slams of the 2024 season. “Anyone can sign up to tell a story. Stories must be: true, under five minutes, adhere to the night’s theme and told without notes.” The first event is set for Wednesday, […]

Pearl Physical Therapy hosting yard sale to benefit Elmore SPCA – Donations Welcome!

Pearl Physical Therapy, located at 135 South Peru Street in Plattsburgh, is having a yard sale for Elmore SPCA. If you want to donate yard sale items to this cause, you can drop off donations at the clinic (135 South Peru St). The building has a donation area by the entrance to the left. If […]

AuSable Valley open swim now closed

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City Beach to host Eclipse Viewing Party

Live music, food trucks, activities and more during five-hour Eclipse special April 8 Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Hill and Hollow brings Ron Schwimmer to Saranac

Rob Schwimmer inhabits the same universe as the elusive Triple Helix—one that doesn’t exist except for his invention. He is the master of his musical kingdom where he, playing solo, conjures a sound world created by his singular virtuosity at the piano, theremin (on which he’s considered to be one of the world masters) and […]

2024 Rabies Clinics