The Peru Gazette

Elise Stefanik News Release  Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik sent a letter urging the Lake Champlain Basin Program and the Great Lakes Fishery Commission to establish a center for outreach and educational efforts on the New York side of Lake Champlain in the North Country. The Lake Champlain Basin Program and the Great […]

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There was good news at Peru’s February 20, 2024 town board meeting. The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation notified the town that it qualifies for a $1,053,381 Water Quality Improvement grant at the wastewater treatment facility. DEC previously awarded Peru grants of $1 million and $1,366,290. The project’s estimated cost ranges from $11 million to […]

When: Saturday, 4/20 at 8am Where: Peru Fire Department and then the town road of your choice Who: You & your crew! This is a fun family event that gives back to our community and to our environment! Please mark “interested” or “going” on the event to stay up to date on all the details! […]

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NWS Burlington @NWSBurlington · 16h We are running out of time to see a below-zero temperature in Burlington. If the temperature does not fall below 1 tonight, this winter will have the warmest minimum on record. Here are some data highlighting seasonal minimum temperatures in the Burlington area. #vtwx

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Schumer and Gillibrand applaud “monumental” boon to Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Funds Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Hotels in Clinton County are reporting a surge in bookings, with nearly 95 percent of rooms already reserved. Click here for the MYNBC5 story

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“Ten cars of a cargo train carrying plastic pellets and cooking oil derailed in upstate New York, with two ending up in a river, authorities said.” Click here for the MSN.com story 

Building repairs, Energy Performance Contract are on the ballot Click here for the important Sun Community News story 

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@NYSDEC The NYS Dec family is mourning the passing of Lt. David McShane who succumbed to a 9/11 illness contracted during his service at Ground Zero. Dave was a dedicated public servant and a brave leader. Our thoughts are with Dave’s wife, children, and loving friends.

Janine ScherlineELIZABETHTOWN, N.Y. – Janine Scherline of Peru, NY, joined the Adirondack Council staff as Director of Development in mid-January, the organization announced. At the same time, Elizabeth Rogers of Willsboro joined the Council’s staff as Director of Strategic Initiatives and Engagement. Prior to joining the Council’s team, Scherline was Director of Donor Engagement for […]

Lake Placid project approved for long-term interest-free financing Click here for the Sun Community News story 

No room at the inn for about 60 households daily  Click here for the VTDigger story 

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National Weather Service issuance about 4 PM, January 9, 2023  Damaging winds will cause widespread power outages and may blow down trees across the region tonight. The highest wind gusts will be in the northern Adirondacks, Champlain Valley, western slopes of the Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom #vtwx #nywx    

“Climate change is causing the bottom of most Adirondack lakes to become unlivable for trout, salmon and whitefish during the summer,..” Click here for the Cornell.edu story   

National Weather Service Burlington @NWSBurlington · A significant storm system will impact the North Country Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday. The biggest impact will be widespread wind gusts in the 45 to 60 mph range with scattered to numerous power outages possible. Stay tuned for more information. #vtwx #nywx

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Photos taken near the River Rd. in west Peru.