The Peru Gazette

Congresswoman Stefanik News Release – October 14, 2024 – CLINTON COUNTY, NY – Today, 48 Clinton County elected officials including Republicans, Conservatives, Democrats, and Independents endorsed Congresswoman Elise Stefanik for re-election to Congress. “I am gladly endorsing Congresswoman Stefanik’s re-election because she has a solid record of delivering results for Clinton County and the North […]

Plattsburgh N.Y. – The New York State Federation of Home Bureaus has established a $10,000 endowed scholarship at Clinton Community College (CCC) in honor of Donna Fountain, a proud alumna from the class of 1974, the college announced today. NYS Federation of Home Bureaus has long been committed to supporting higher education through its Scholarship […]

Plattsburgh, N.Y. – Clinton Community College’s Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) program recently hosted a special lunch event highlighting how an associate degree can be a significant first step toward various careers. Faculty and staff shared their personal stories of starting in community college and building successful careers in business and sports management, nursing, […]

Clinton County, October 8, 2024. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) today is reporting an additional case of West Nile virus, the second case reported this season in Clinton County.  The individual, who is under the age of 50 and resides in Plattsburgh, began experiencing symptoms consistent with West Nile virus on September 18 and […]

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Plattsburgh, NY – Clinton Community College will host National Voter Registration Day and Constitution Day events on Tuesday, September 17th. From 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the League of Women Voters will be on campus to assist with voter registration. This event provides an opportunity for community members to register to vote and participate in […]

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. – Clinton Community College is off to a strong start with its fall enrollment, seeing increases of more than 12 percent over a year earlier. As the college completes its first week, the headcount – representing those taking at least one class – stands at 471 students. That compares to 419 a year […]

Plattsburgh, NY — Clinton Community College Alumni Association is excited to share that James Jock will be receiving the “Distinguished Alumni Award” for 2024 at the Clinton Alumni Reunion on Saturday, Aug. 17. Jim, a proud Clinton Community College Class of 1986 member, is a real estate associate broker with eXp Realty. Thanks to his […]

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Morrisonville, NY—North Country residents see Casella Waste Systems’ trucks on highways daily. Last Saturday, July 27, Casella informed people what happens o the materials those trucks haul at an Open House held at the Morrisonville Landfill. Over 300 people enjoyed the attractions for kids, exhibits, free BBQ, and ice cream. General Manager Sean Lukas and […]

First Public Pension Forfeiture Action in New York State August 1, 2024 New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Steuben County District Attorney Brooks Baker, and the New York State Police announced today that a former clerk-treasurer of the Village of Addison in Steuben County will be sentenced to serve three to nine years in […]

Beekmantown, NY, August 1, 2024, the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is hosting a free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats, and ferrets. New York State law requires pets to have their first rabies vaccination by four months of age. Pets may be vaccinated as early as three months of age.  The event will be […]

Peru, August 1, 2024—Reacting to resident concerns, the Peru Highway Department, assisted by Clinton County, installed stop and “Stop Ahead” signs on Sullivan Road at the Fuller Road intersection yesterday. Clinton County personnel painted “STOP” warnings on the pavement this morning. After installing the signs yesterday, County personnel witnessed several Sullivan Road vehicles “blow through” […]

The welding training program at Clinton Community College’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing is open to anyone looking to improve, develop, or learn welding skills. No experience is required! – Dates: Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm; September 30th – October 18th – Location: Clinton Community College’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing – Cost: FREE […]

Peter Keenan, Sr. Obituary Peter Francis Keenan, Sr., 94, of Pleasant Street, Peru, died Monday, July 22, 2024, at his home. He was born in Peru on March 18, 1930, the son of Joseph Geraldine (Ryan) Keenan. At Peter’s request, there will be no public calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated […]

The County of Clinton remains steadfast in its support of fostering economic development for the residents of the entire County. That is why the Clinton County Legislature, in conjunction with the State University of New York (SUNY) appointed the North Country Chamber of Commerce CEO/President, Garry Douglas, to convene the Institute of Advanced Manufacturing (IAM) […]

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The Clinton Community College Board of Trustees has named Ken Knelly as administrator in charge, succeeding John Kowal as president. Knelly, currently chief of staff at SUNY Plattsburgh and Special Adviser to SUNY for the Clinton Community College Transition, has been leading the work of planning for a new location by the college’s fall 2025 […]

Peru, NY, May 6, 2024: The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is hosting a free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats, and ferrets. New York State law requires pets to have their first rabies vaccination by four months of age, but pets may be vaccinated as early as three months of age. The event will […]

By John T Ryan Over the past several years, the Plattsburgh region has become a manufacturing hub, especially in the transportation industry. With that success, there’s a need for special skills, such as welding. On Friday, April 26, North Country Welding Academy held its third graduation ceremony at Clinton Community College’s Institute of Advanced Manufacturing […]

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Tuesday, July 9th: Lucky E Rodeo and Fireworks Wednesday, July 10th: Adirondack Tractor and Truck Pull Thursday, July 11th: Warren Zeiders Concert Friday, July 12th: Versus Monster Trucks Saturday, July 13th: Demolition Derby 5 full days of daily family entertainment, fair food, rides, animals, and more! Save the dates! #clintoncountyfair #fair #communityfair #agriculturalfair #summerfun #familyfun