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St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Roasted Beef Gravy Mashed Potatoes Vegetable Bread Dessert Served take-out only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972 All are welcome!!!!!!!!!!!!

Saranac Lake Winter Carnival on tap through Feb. 12

Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

“Cow Kissing” to support domestic violence services

League of Women Voters to host six-week reading and discussion group

The League of Women Voters of the North Country invites interested readers to join a six-week reading and discussion group on Place and Story made possible through a grant from Humanities New York. The three titles chosen by the League from the list developed by award-winning author and environmentalist Rick Bass will stimulate discussion about […]

JCEO Outreach Office offers many, many services

Peru – When most people think of the JCEO Outreach Center, they think of a “food shelf.” But, the people attending the Peru Democratic Party’s first Community Learning Series at the Peru Free Library learned that it’s much more than a food shelf. Peru JCEO Outreach Coordinator, April Wright, was the guest speaker. Marque Moffett […]

Enjoy the Super Bowl with a Super Sub

World Cup Ski Jumping Competition Returns to Lake Placid Feb. 10-12

Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Lake Placid Center for the Arts launches $650,000 Re-Grant Program for NYS Arts Organizations

Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Lake George Ice Castle to open, tickets on sale

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‘It’s crunch time’ Ice Palace construction starts late, but IPW 101 moves fast

Click here for the Adirondack Daily Enterprise story 

Kiwanis Breakfast Club Plattsburgh announces return of DozerFest

If interested in participating in the event as a sponsor, vendor, or volunteer, please reach out to Connie Mandeville, President of the Kiwanis Breakfast Club at kiwanisbreakfastclubplattsburgh@gmail.com or through their Facebook Page. In honor of World Kiwanis Week, the Kiwanis Breakfast Club Plattsburgh is proud to announce the return of their annual event, Dozerfest, again […]

Virtual Public Information Meetings For John Brown Farm State Historic Site UMP, Feb. 8 and 9

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Peru Nighthawks at Lake Forest

Peru Central School District · Lake Forest Retirement Community Residents were recently asked to participate in a photo contest for the film 80 for Brady. They reached out to borrow some Nighthawk Football jerseys and we were happy to oblige! We will see you on the field any time! #WeArePeru #NightHawkPride #80ForBrady

City of Plattsburgh unveils 2023 event lineup

Includes Bike Block Party, Parks Come Alive, Downtown Trick or Treat and more Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Pendragon Theatre Kicks Off the New Year with 3 Wins, Country-Hit Musical

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Peru Drama Club to present Beauty and the Beast on March 9,10, & 11

PERU, NY – Peru Drama Club will present one of Disney’s most beloved musicals, Beauty and the Beast, on March 9, 10, and 11th. The curtain will rise to reveal a cast of 40 grade 6-12 students with a full pit orchestra featuring students and professionals.  Step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s classic, Disney’s […]

Pop! Ping! On the range with Team USA’s newest biathlon star in Lake Placid

She’s a Paul Smith’s student Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Local medical professionals from Vermont, New York volunteer to help athletes during FISU Games

Event organizers say there are more than 200 medical professionals on hand to help anyone, participating in the games or not, that is in need of assistance Click here for the NBC5 story 

Don’t forget the VFW’s January 22 Breakfast

K of C Spaghetti Dinner this Saturday

Foundation of CVPH Planning Unique Heart Health Fundraiser

Proceeds benefit Cardiology patients across the region  PLATTSBURGH, NY (1/13/2023) – The Foundation of Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) is asking businesses and residents across the North Country to wear red and be one step ahead of cardiovascular disease. National Wear Red Day activities are happening across the country on February 3. The Foundation is […]

Commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. – 1:30 p.m. today at the Newman Center

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St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Chili Corn Bread Dessert Served take-out only, 4:30 to 5:30 pm at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru NY All are welcome at our table!

Peru seeking Part-time Recreaction Director

The Town of Peru is seeking a Part-time Recreation Director at $18,000 per year.  Please see the attached job description and requirements.  The attached application (or pick up at the Town Hall) must be fully filled out and returned to secretary@perutown.com or dropped off at the Peru Town Hall to Pamela Barber.  Applications must be […]

1st Paint & Sip of 2023 at the Babbie Museum

Join us on Sunday, January 22nd, at 1 pm for our monthly paint-and-sip get-together. Featuring the amazing and fun instructor Jessie Furnia. The $30 fee covers the canvas, paint, brushes, step-by-step instruction, beverages, and snacks. To register, call 518.643.8052 or email leeledesma@babbiemuseum.org. Hope to see you in a couple of weeks! Be safe out there! […]