The Peru Gazette

LEWIS, N.Y., July 13, 2026  — Champlain Area Trails invites the community to celebrate the grand opening of the new Mount Inez Trail on Saturday, August 1, honoring the remarkable legacy of Inez Milholland, the women’s suffrage advocate, attorney, and longtime Lewis resident whose name now graces the mountain overlooking the Boquet Valley. The celebration […]

Policy Outline for Community Investment Framework Available Here    Executive Order Available Here Albany, July 14, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today signed an Executive Order to create the nation’s first moratorium on new hyperscale data centers, establishing the strongest standards for data center development and creating a blueprint to support localities. The Governor is temporarily […]

Peru, NY Unitary America News Release – Unitary America is holding another food giveaway, on Saturday, July 25th, from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., at the Peru Free Library. Unitary America will give away fresh bread, pastries, and other bakery treats. Food will be distributed as supplies last. If you are in need of food, […]

DiNapoli News Release – State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli unveiled a new taxpayer migration dashboard where users can track the number of personal income tax (PIT) filers moving in and out of New York. DiNapoli has been monitoring taxpayer trends, most recently issuing a report that examined pre-pandemic trends in PIT tax filings and a […]

Prospective adult learners can learn about tuition-free degree opportunities and available student support services PLATTSBURGH — Clinton Community College will host two information sessions this summer to help prospective students learn about SUNY Reconnect, a program that provides eligible adult learners with the opportunity to attend college tuition-free. The sessions will be held from 6 […]

CVPH Residency Program advances rural healthcare Plattsburgh, NY -, July 14. 2026 – Created to help meet the growing demand for primary care providers in rural communities, the CVPH Family Medicine Residency celebrated the graduation of seven physicians who are preparing to begin the next phase of their medical careers. At the June 19 ceremony […]

More Secure Technology to Protect Recipients’ Benefits from Theft Albany, July 13, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York has made significant strides in its ongoing efforts to protect Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients’ benefits from theft and that new, more secure chip-based cards will be issued beginning early in 2027. The […]

Clinton County Democratic Committee Announces: PLATTSBURGH, NY — Community advocate and public servant Scott Ewing will officially announce his candidacy for Clinton County Coroner on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Plattsburgh City Hall. Ewing’s campaign is centered on community, compassion, and a commitment to continuing the work of strengthening the Clinton County […]

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Michigan Salad Snack Mix 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!

Champlain Area Trails purchased Twin Valleys last fall, hoping to expand outdoor recreation, education and tourism Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

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On Saturday, July 25th, the Townwide Field Day will start at 11 am, with fun for the entire family at this same Salmon River Road Park.  There will be trackless train rides, bouncy houses, rock wall climbing, mechanical bull, music, vendors, kids’ activities, and food from 11am to 9pm.  Kickin’ Up Dust Country plays from […]

Christmas in July, Roger’s House, 3030 Main St., Peru. Friday and Saturday. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Albany, July 9, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the largest private-sector construction project in New York State history has rapidly accelerated into its next phase, with workers pouring the first foundations for Micron’s $100 billion semiconductor manufacturing campus in Central New York (Town of Clay, Onondaga County). This major milestone was achieved […]

Plattsburgh, N.Y., July 9, 2026 – The June 29, 2026 report concerning the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision confirms what correction officers, civilian staff, families, and communities across the North Country have known for years: our correctional system is under tremendous strain. While I appreciate the report’s publication, I was disappointed […]

Town of Newcomb – Town Supervisor’s Records and Reports (2026M-15) Report Issued Date – July 03, 2026 [read complete report – pdf]  Audit Objective Did the Town of Newcomb (Town) Supervisor (Supervisor) maintain complete and accurate accounting records and reports?  Audit Period January 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025  Understanding the Audit Area A town […]

Clinton County awarded $1.5 million to Support New Projects, Equipment Installation and Enhanced Communications Channels at Local Levels Albany, Gov. Hochul News Release of July 9, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $110 million in State funding to improve emergency communications systems and enhance public safety call-taking and dispatching capabilities through the combined SFY2025 […]

Free community concerts on the front lawn  Plattsburgh, NY – The Foundation of CVPH invites the community to enjoy the talents of local musicians on the hospital’s spectacular front lawn as it presents its 2026 Concert Series. On Thursday, July 30, LP Acoustic will offer a blend of old and new country music with a […]

Fees paid with interest in February 2026  Town of Schuyler Falls – Host Fee Payments (2026M-26)   Issued Date June 18, 2026 [read complete report – pdf] Audit Objective Did the Town of Schuyler Falls (Town) receive accurate host fee payments? Audit Period April 1, 2016 – February 17, 2026 Understanding the Audit Area Landfill […]

Wagon rides, Morgan horses, food trucks, dairy cows & a peek at modern ag Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Crain’s New York Business recently published commentary by Empire State Development President, CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight about New York City’s importance in driving the innovation economy.  Text of the commentary is available below and can be viewed online here. When American Express announced plans earlier this year to establish its new global headquarters at 2 World Trade Center— […]

Amid growing spending on universal pre-K, school districts failed to spend millions earmarked for the 2024-25 school year. Click here for the New York Focus story