The Peru Gazette

Many Deer Hunting Violators Arrested  The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) Division of Law Enforcement enforces the 71 chapters of New York State’s Environmental Conservation Law (ECL), protecting fish and wildlife and preserving environmental quality across New York. In 2025, DEC’s Division of Law Enforcement fielded an estimated 101,169 calls, resulting in […]

#1 Video – Peru Tractor Parade New subscribers – 20 Total Views – 8,277 Minutes watched 14,600 Thank you Viewers! 

Contemporary paganism is on the rise nationwide — and Vermont’s witches say it’s taken root here as well. Click here for the VTDigger story 

Call Meeting To Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of 2026 Salaries for Elected Positions: DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Approval of 2026 Appointees. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of 2026 Appointee Salaries and Frequency of Payments DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of Town Department Liaisons. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Establishment of 2026 Regular Town Board Meeting Dates and Times. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Approval of 2026 Contracts. DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: […]

Two years of planning secures impactful funding to further revitalization efforts Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Albany, Gov. Hochul Jan. 8, 2026 News Release – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of a $19.5 million interior renovation at The Egg Performing Arts Center that modernized the building while honoring its original design. The transformative capital project, the first of its kind since the building was constructed nearly 50 years ago, […]

Small Gestures, Big Impact for Patients and Colleagues Plattsburgh, NY, CVPH News Release of Jan. 8, 2026  – In a busy hospital environment, small gestures can make a big difference. For Geri Kaplan-Downs, those gestures are part of her everyday approach to care. Kaplan-Downs works in nutrition and patient accounting, but her impact reaches far […]

New Policy Provides Framework for Identifying Opportunities for the Use of Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices. Written Comments Accepted until Monday, March 9; Virtual Public Meeting on Wednesday, February 4 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced the release of a draft Commissioner Policy to improve access to the outdoors […]

Partnership with North Country colleges leverages SUNY investment to address critical healthcare workforce needs   PLATTSBURGH — Clinton Community College has entered into a partnership with three other North Country colleges and universities to boost enrollment across nursing programs and expand pathways for students. The initiative is part of a $1 million investment from the […]

Volunteers Help Less-Experienced Campers Enjoy their Stay and Make Lasting Connections with the Outdoors. Applications Due by January 30, 2026 DEC News Release of January 6, 2026 – The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today the opening of the 2026 application period for the Campground Ambassador program to connect more New Yorkers […]

Mark Henry continuing as Legislature Chairman Clinton County, NY News Release of January 6, 2026 – The Clinton County Legislature successfully concluded its annual reorganizational meeting, formally establishing its leadership team for the coming year. The meeting underscores the Legislature’s continued commitment to progress, stability and the well-being of communities throughout Clinton County. Mark Henry […]

NYS News Release off January 6, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that a new funding opportunity through the New York Places for Learning, Activity, and Youth Socialization (NY PLAYS) Initiative, a competitive grant program that will provide $67.5 million in capital funding to help municipalities and nonprofit organizations construct, expand and renovate public […]

NYPD Data Shows 2025 was the Safest Year for Gun Violence in New York City on Record With the Fewest Shooting Incidents And Shooting Victims Subway Crime Reached the Lowest Level in 16 Years Peru Gazette Note – Read the stats toward the end of the release; there are still many problems to solve  NYS […]

Plattsburgh, News Release, January 5, 2026. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) reminds residents to take precautions to avoid a slip and fall injury this winter. Hazards like black ice and compacted snow, that are often hidden on sidewalks, parking lots, and stairs can increase your chance of a slip and fall. Inadequate snow removal or lighting and […]

By John T Ryan The Peru Town Board’s December 29 meeting included fond and respectful farewells as participants thanked outgoing councilman Jim Douglass and Town Clerk/Tax Collector Dianne Miller. Jim Douglass, elected in November 2009, served on the board for sixteen years, including several years as deputy town supervisor. He did not seek reelection. Douglass […]

Peru, NY, January 3, 2026 – The Peru Gazette confirmed today that Ledge Hill North Cidery and Pub on Bear Swamp Road is closed and the future of the location is uncertain. Ledge Hill North also posted “permanently closed” on its Facebook page. The restaurant held its Grand Opening on May 24, 2024. Operator Matt […]

Includes $516,000 for North County Communities Albany, NYS DEC News Release of Jan. 2, 2026 – New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced $22.7 million in Climate Smart Communities Grant awards for 43 projects to help municipalities take action to address climate change. This year’s funded projects reduce flood risk by […]

Average Increase of Nearly $1,400 for Individuals and $3,000 for Couples Per Year Albany, NY NYS News Release of Jan. 2, 2026 – Governor Hochul today slammed Congressional Republicans for failing to extend the existing enhanced premium tax credits, which expired on December 31, 2025. Due to Washington Republicans’ failure to take action, health insurance […]

Tax Law Changes Effective March 1, 2026 NYS DEC News Release of Dec. 31, 2025 – New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced the finalization of regulation changes to the Real Property Tax Law Section 480a, also known as the Forest Tax Law. The comprehensive overhaul of the 50-year-old regulations streamlines processes and reduces administrative barriers on […]

Chamber of Commerce Dec. 29 Facebook Post – For more than three decades, Sue Matton has been a cornerstone of the North Country Chamber of Commerce, championing small businesses, driving economic development, and building lasting cross-border partnerships.⁠ From helping local businesses navigate the base closure to shaping the Quebec–New York Corridor, Sue’s leadership and heart […]

Albany, NY News Release of Dec.29, 2025 –  Michael Cashman (D-Plattsburgh) has been named Chair of the Task Force on New York-Canada Relations, a first-in-the-nation working group that fosters the New York’s critical links to its northern neighbor. “New York State and Canada have a deeply ingrained relationship built on cooperation and respect,” Cashman said. […]

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Drive, Monday, January 12, 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru. CVPH uses all blood collected in our local trl-county region.  St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273 coordinates Peru blood drives.