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DiNapoli: Recent federal actions will have a significant impact on higher education in NY

Albany, October 27, 2025 “New York has long benefited from outstanding institutions of higher education that serve as anchors for our communities, employing tens of thousands of people, conducting world-class research and development, attracting new residents, training the workforce and bringing vibrancy to neighborhoods,” DiNapoli said. “Federal action on student aid, international student enrollment, and […]

Northwestern University reports on the state of local news

Click here for the detailed report 

$49 million NYS capital grants to strengthen private, not-for-profit colleges and universities

Grants Will Modernize Campuses, Enhance Student Experiences and Drive Statewide Economic Growth Full List of Awardees Available Here NYS News Release – Oct. 24, 2025 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $49 million in capital grants for 35 colleges and universities across New York State through the Higher Education Capital Matching Grant Program (HECap). The […]

Giants name Peru’s Ryon O’Connell Coach of the Week

Oct. 22, 2025 – East Rutherford, NJ – The New York Giants and Gatorade have selected Mr. Ryon O’Connell of Peru High School (Peru, N.Y.) as the Lou Rettino High School Coach of the Week for Week 8 of the 2025 season. The Peru Knighthawks remain undefeated and improved to 7-0 with a 27-0 win […]

Registration Open and Abstract Deadline Extended for the 2026 Lake Champlain Research Conference

Grand Isle, VT –   Lake Champlain Sea Grant, in partnership with the University of Vermont’s Water Resources Institute, the Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program/NEIWPCC, and the Lake Champlain Research Consortium, is pleased to host the 2026 Lake Champlain Research Conference. The conference will be held from January 26–27, 2026, at the University of […]

More Students are Choosing Clinton Community College

CCC Sees Highest Overall Student Enrollment Figures in Five Years PLATTSBURGH — Clinton Community College is continuing to grow, with fall enrollment up more than 9 percent over a year earlier and the highest since 2020. The college has 488 students enrolled on campus, up from 457 a year ago. In addition, full-time equivalent enrollment, […]

Learn about Alzheimers and the correlation between some veterans and dementia

The Alzheimer’s Association is partnering with the Peru VFW to offer free dementia centered education at the Peru VFW Memorial Post 309 on Nov. 18 @ 2:00pm. The Association will be offering light refreshments and would love to see a good turnout. A document that outlines the correlation between veterans and dementia is attached. More […]

Ausable Valley Central School entering a period of fiscal challenge

Comprehensive financial study that looks into the district’s long-term financial outlook released Click here for the excellent Sun Community News story 

Regular School Board Monthly Meeting October 2025

Peru CSD Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the High School Community Room. It is anticipated that an executive session will take place immediately following the 6:00 PM start, and that the Board will reconvene for open public session business at approximately 7:00 […]

SUNY expands outdoor opportunities at North Country campuses

Click here for the Adirondack Almanac Story 

Pride Center of Vermont to close Friday due to funding gap

It’s not a permanent closure, and the board has issued a call to raise approximately $350,000 needed to revive operations. Click here for the VTDigger story 

“No Sewing Machine Required” – An America250 Event Workshop

November 15, 9:30 am to 1:30 pm, Clinton County Historical Association Museum, 98 Ohio Avenue, Old Base, Plattsburgh With a few stitches in the right spot, and some instructions by those in the ‘know’, you can make a shirt or a shift for your Revolutionary War outfit during this America250 Event Workshop.  Workshop leader Sharon Bell will […]

Clinton Community College’s ASAP program supports Pell and TAP grant-eligible students

CCC News Release of 10/08/25 – PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — Clinton Community College’s successful Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) program was highlighted during a special event Wednesday, a program featuring students highlighting how it has helped them achieve and accomplish their goals. The college’s ASAP program supports Pell and TAP grant-eligible students, providing multiple resources […]

Make plans to attend Babbie Museum’s Harvest Weekend

Harvest Weekend Oct. 11th & 12th 10am – 4pm •Demos include: cornharvesting & storing of corn, hit & miss engines, sawmilling, blacksmithing •Kids games, corn box search, pumpkin making, butter making •Popcorn and Cotton Candy •Ride the stagecoach, antique fire truck and Thomas the Train •Snacks and beverages available in the museum store 250 River […]

Home charging gives EV owners a big advantage

Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

CVPH Financial Counselors Offering Weekly Drop-in Opportunity at Diagnostic Center

Help addressing medical debt, insurance enrollment available Plattsburgh, NY – Medical bills can feel overwhelming and even with insurance, costs like deductibles or services that are not fully covered can add up quickly. To help, the Financial Counselors at University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) are available every Wednesday from […]

SUNY ESF has been losing millions. Will its turnaround plan make things better or worse?

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

How trapping mosquitoes in St. Lawrence County is preparing the North Country for climate change

Click here for the NCPR story 

“Cookies and Crafts” next weekend at the Babbie Museum

Here’s how declining school enrollment in the ADKs is impacting students and teachers

Click here for the NCPR story 

Gov. Hocheul announces $300 million investment in SUNY Stony Brook’s Quantum Research & Innovation hub

Funding Will Further Fuel New York’s Research Excellence; Brings Governor’s Total Investment in Higher Education Research Under Her Leadership to $1.34 Billion Sept. 17, 2025 Gov. Hochul News Release: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $300 million to establish the Quantum Research and Innovation Hub at the State University of New York at Stony Brook, further […]

NY school employee placed on leave for social media posts about assassination of Charlie Kirk

The Beekmantown Central School District announced its decision to place a staff member on leave following complaints from families about social posts reacting to the Utah shooting. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

The Mum Conundrum

“…mums offer our Adirondack ecosystems and the insects that depend on late-season blooms about as much sustenance as a garden statue. “ Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

Ticonderoga celebrates 70 years on land In its life at Shelburne Museum

The Ticonderoga will be repaired and replaced in parts. It will be preserved in spirit even as many of the original materials waste away. Click here for the VTDigger story 

2025 Peru Athletic Hall of Fame inductees named

Charles Andrews 1956, Len Gadway 1975, Nick Weaver 2001, Brandon Keleher 2003, Mary Mazzella 2013   Charles Andrews Class of 1956 Sport(s): Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Track and Field Charles Andrews is being posthumously inducted to the Peru Central School Athletic Hall of fame for his contribution as an athlete but also as an administrator, teacher, […]