The Peru Gazette

By John T Ryan Peru, April 14, 2026 – Opportunity knocks at 697 Bear Swamp Road! ReMax North Country has just listed this iconic property, well-known as the former home of Ledge Hill North, Livingoods, Crickets, an dLeaning Pine. This location is filled with cherished memories and community spirit. The brewpub-restaurant has been a popular […]

Peru, NY, April 9, 2026  – Doug was an amazing man who Peru will truly miss. Most recently, he was Grand Marshal of the 2025 Peru Tractor Parade. Click here for a link to the latest Peru Gazette story on Doug Brown. There have been several Doug Brown stories over the years. Click here for […]

By John T Ryan Peru, April 8, 2026 – Though some people may not know him by name, almost everyone residing in or near the Peru hamlet is familiar with Art Graves. Graves has been running along Peru’s streets and roads for as long as most people can remember. A few years ago, a Jamaican […]

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 […]

From the 2017-2018 school year to 2022-2023, 692 out of the 718 school districts in New York state (96%) saw drops in enrollment, a total loss of over 188,000 kids statewide. Click here for the Adirondack Explore story 

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Young musicians applauded for their talent and hard work Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Peru Historian Helen Nerska talks with Robert, James and Melvin Irwin, owners of Maplegrand Farms and 3rd generation farmers in the Town of Peru Click here to view the YouTube Video recorded by the Peru Gazette. 

Three days, four shows March 19-21 Click here for the Sun Community News story 

February, 28, 2026, Sections VII Facebook page – Tonight before the finals at the NYS Wrestling Championships, Coach Mike Hogan was again honored with a NYS Hall of Fame induction. He was already inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. A lifetime achievement award for his success as a wrestler and […]

Hamburger Gravy/Mashed Pototoes  Vegetable 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!

By John T Ryan  Peru, NY, January 31, 2026 –  Family and public service define Jim Douglass.   After 16 years on the Peru Town Board, including 12 years as Deputy Supervisor, Jim did not seek reelection last November. He explained why, saying, “We have a good board. I’m glad there’s new blood on the […]

February 20 presentation features Peru history February 10, 6:45 pm, Lake Forest Retirement Community, 8 Lake Forest Drive, Plattsburgh.  Profiles from Portraits – stories of the remarkable soldiers who were stationed at the Plattsburgh Reservation between 1890 and 1920 as revealed through the portrait collection at the Clinton County Historical Association with military historian Thaddeus Booth […]

Peru, NY – January 26, 2026 – Anyone who has ever visited Apple Valley Senior Housing knows how fortunate we are to have a 30-unit independent living facility in our community. It’s beautifully maintained, and its residents enjoy living there. Eight years ago, Kathy Flynn became Manager at Apple Valley Senior Housing. Now, she’s retiring, […]

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Includes Expansion of New York State’s Polystyrene Foam Ban and Restrictions on Hotel Hospitality Single-Use Plastic Bottles The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is reminding businesses, organizations, and consumers of upcoming waste reduction law requirements taking effect on January 1, 2026. The provisions will help reduce pollution by expanding the State’s ban […]