The Peru Gazette

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y., June 12, 2026 – Assemblyman Michael S. Cashman (D-Plattsburgh) announced today that he secured $50,000 for the North Country Honor Flight. The funds will go toward flight and programming expenses.             “The North Country Honor Flight is an incredible program that I am proud to support,” Cashman said. “Our veterans deserve the upmost […]

Facility to offer an estimated 150 childcare slots at Air Industrial Park  Plattsburgh, NY – June 12, 2026 – TDC NNY, Inc., a key driver of economic growth and business development in the North Country, is thrilled to announce plans to construct a new childcare facility to be sited in the heart of Air Industrial […]

The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Thursday May 28, 2026 at the Peru Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Craig Randall, Supervisor; Mr. Richard Barber, Jr., Councilman; Mr. Mel Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Kregg Bruno, Councilman and Mrs. Christine Crawford, Town Clerk. Also present was ; Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent. Mr. Nick Weaver, Councilman; […]

NYSEG $37.1 million project to bring added power to Town of Plattsburgh  June 11, 2026 – Chamber of Commerce News – After securing PSC approval last year with strong support from the North Country Chamber and our partners, the major electricity capacity upgrade at Kent Falls is proceeding on schedule. When fully completed in the […]

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 […]

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Plattsburgh, NY, June 11, 2026 – Today’s Plattsburgh Press-Republican reports that 30 UVM Health Network positions are being cut in Clinton and Franklin Counties. The Blood Donor Center’s responsibilities are being transferred to the American Red Cross. The PR has an in-depth story on the cutbacks. Overall,  the UVM Health Network is eliminating 142 positions. […]

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 […]

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Peru, NY, June 9, 2026 – It’s been a memorable week for Lincoln Sunderland. On June 4, he celebrated his 86th birthday. At the Monday, June 8, Peru Town Board meeting, the Town Board recognized Sunderland for his work in preserving Peru history and former New York State Assemblywoman Janet Duprey recognized Sunderland for his […]

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. , June 9, 2026 – Assemblyman Michael S. Cashman (D-Plattsburgh) announced funding for various educational programs throughout the 115th district today, including $100,000 for the AuSable Valley Central School District. The announcement comes after the legislative concluded late last week. “I am thrilled to share that I was able to secure $255,000 for […]

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Call Meeting to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call  MOTION/DISCUSSION: To Accept Reports from all Departments: Meeting of May 11, 2026 MOTION/DISCUSSION: To Accept Reports from all Departments: (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; and Banking Reports, JCEO); MOTION: Acceptance of Minutes for the Regular Meeting of May […]

Chicken’n Biscuits Vegetable  Fruit Snack  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!

TUPPER LAKE, NY (June 4, 2026) – The highly anticipated Tupper Lake Tinman Triathlon returns on Saturday, June 27, kicking off at 8 a.m. and continuing its legacy as one of the longest-running triathlons in North America. Recently rated one of the Best Ironman 70.3 & Half-Distance Races in the U.S. for 2026 by Triathlon […]

By John T Ryan  Peru, NY, June 4, 2026 – The Peru Town Board met for a low-key, 31-minute meeting on Thursday, May 28. Several department heads were absent, along with Councilman Nick Weaver and town attorney Matt Favro. County Legislator Kevin Randall observed the meeting.  Primary news items:  Supervisor Craig Randall shared that construction […]

By John T Ryan Peru, NY, June 3, 2026 – Luck Brothers Inc. personnel began replacing the Telegraph Road Dry Mill Brook culvert today. The culvert’s deteriorating condition led the Peru Highway Department to close the road in April 2024, forcing many people to travel several additional miles. The culvert being replaced was installed after […]

Blood Center offers  opportunities to donate in June   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 surgeries, […]

Plattsburgh, June 2, 2026 – Three days of celebrations will be held from June 19 to June 21 to mark the 2026 national Juneteenth holiday in Clinton and Essex counties, which were hotbeds of abolitionism during a transformational time in American history. Juneteenth National Independence Day celebrates the final end of chattel slavery after the […]

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Chili Salad 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!