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Officials plan to apply for grant funding to help further revitalize downtown Click here for the Sun community News story 

Plattsburgh course set to open on April 11 Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Plattsburgh Walmart supports annual commemoration with $1,000 donation Click here for the Sun Community News story 

New York State is home to approximately 180,000 Vietnam Era Veterans and their families, and the names of 4,119 New Yorkers who died during the war are included on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Albany, March 29, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation designating March 29 as Vietnam Veterans Day […]

Michigans  Baked Beans  Salad  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!

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Part of America250 display at CCHA museum Click here for the excellent Sun Community News story 

Community support helps complete CVPH cardiac rehab campaign Plattsburgh, NY, March 27, 2026  – The 250 community members who participated in the 11th Annual Stepping Out For Your Heart helped shine a light on heart disease and women in the North Country while putting the capstone on The Foundation of CVPH’s $1.37 million fundraising campaign in support […]

$3.3 BILLION IN SALES AND MORE THAN 600 DISPENSARIES  Albany, March 27, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today marked the upcoming five year anniversary of the passage of the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act, which legalized adult-use cannabis, established the Office of Cannabis Management, and laid the foundation for a regulated, equity-driven cannabis industry in […]

Adk. Blood Center offers several April opportunities to give  Plattsburgh, NY – Blood donations to the Adirondack Blood Center, a program of the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) make a lifesaving difference for patients across the North Country by ensuring a steady and reliable supply of blood for local […]

By John T Ryan Plattsburgh, March 27, 2026 – CVPH Medical Center was a joyous place to be this morning as the hospital’s Centennial Committee opened a display celebrating the Medical Center’s Centennial. The Centennial  Committee, comprised of current and retired employees, assembled a wide assortment of photos and memorabilia to share with the public. […]

Flags To Be Flown at Half-Staff Across New York State on Friday, March 27 Governor Kathy Hochul today directed that flags on all State government buildings be flown at half-staff in honor of decorated U.S. Army National Guard Major and NYPD Officer Sorffly Davius, who died March 6, 2026, while serving with the 42nd Infantry […]

Events feature L-R Ita Bullard and Geri Favreau PLATTSBURGH — The Clinton Community College Cultural Affairs Committee will present two public programs in April highlighting local history and social issues. On Wednesday, April 1, Geri Favreau, president of the Clinton County Historical Association and Museum and chair of the America 250 Committee for Clinton County, […]

Albany, NY, March 26, 2026 – Assemblyman Michael S. Cashman (D-Plattsburgh) joined his colleagues on the Veterans Committee yesterday to pass a resolution declaring March 29th as Vietnam Veterans Day in New York State. Cashman also recognized Greg Lee Sr., a Vietnam veteran from the North Country, during a special luncheon and on the floor […]

CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of March 2026 minutes OPEN FLOOR TO PUBLIC HEARING APPLICATIONS: ANY FURTHER BUSINESS Allison Webbinaro – Position Change From Full Time to Alternative Board Member Patrick McFarlin – Position Change From Alternative to Full Time Board Member File # P2026-004 – Parcels 290.-1-26.21 & 302.-1-11 […]

By John T Ryan  Several Town of Peru personnel had a busy St. Patrick’s Day on March 17. At the town board meeting on March 23, Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell reported that his first call came before 3 a.m. Extremely high winds had downed trees and power lines, blocking most roads west of Calkins Road. […]

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From grand hotels to mountain bike trails: The evolution of the Adirondacks’ new “hometown” Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Sunday April 12th, 3pm. Doors open at 2:30pm, The Strand Theatre, 25 Brinkerhoff Street, Plattsburgh NY 12901.  TICKETS: http://strandcenter.vbotickets.com/event/hill_and_hollow_music_presents_kiran_ahluwalia/183585 EXPERIENCE KIRAN’S TINY DESK CONCERT HERE!Two-time JUNO (Canadian Grammy) winner Kiran Ahluwalia’s open-hearted vocals have established her as one of global music’s most compelling cross-pollinators. Her six-piece band is led by ace guitarist Rez Abbasi whose accolades include the […]

April 9th – 2:30 pm, Meadowbrook Healthcare, 154 Prospect Avenue, Plattsburgh A Virtual Tour of the Old Base Oval with Helen Nerska showing photos of the original buildings and the histories associated with each. April 11th – 10 am to 3 pm, Clinton County Historical Association & Museum, 98 Ohio Avenue, (Old Base) Plattsburgh. Celebrating Slow […]

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Plattsburgh, NY, March 23, 2026 -— The Plattsburgh YMCA Board of Directors today announced the unanimous appointment of Jeffrey L. Collen as Interim Chief Executive Officer, along with additional leadership steps to support the organization during this critical time. Collen was identified through YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) and selected by the Board for his […]

Plattsburgh, NY, March 23, 2026  — Assemblyman Michael Cashman (D – Plattsburgh) proudly hosted the 10th Annual Women of Distinction Ceremony, recognizing an inaugural class of eight extraordinary women whose leadership, service, and compassion continue to shape communities across the North Country. Each honoree reflected a shared and powerful idea—to inspire by example. The evening’s […]