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Battlefield Memorial Gateway Park Phase 2 groundbreaking Thursday, April 23 at 10 a.m.

PLATTSBURGH, NY, April 20, 2026 – The Town of Plattsburgh (Town) and Clinton County American Legion (Legion) are proud to announce the groundbreaking of Phase 2 of the Battlefield Memorial Gateway park. Phase 2 includes the Remembrance Plaza, an architecturally striking multi-purpose pavilion and plaza, designed by the talented team at AES Northeast. Local contractor, Luck Bros. […]

April 19-25 is National Crime Victims Week in NYS

Directs Landmarks Across the State to be Illuminated to Honor Individuals and Communities Impacted by Crime, Recognize the Professionals Who Provide Critical Support and Services Statewide Albany, April 19, 2026– Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation marking Sunday, April 19 through Saturday, April 25, as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week to coincide with the […]

The push for smaller, cheaper plug-in solar panels gains momentum in New England

Click here for the Vermont Public story 

Our town looks much better today thanks to the Green Up Day volunteers

Peru, April 18, 2026 – Peru Lions Club and Peru PTO Community volunteers came to Rulfs Orchard Saturday morning to participate in the 2026 Community Green Up Day.  Lions Club President Dave Dalton estimates that 50 adults and youth were given street and road assignments throughout the community.  Dalton and other Lions Club members handed […]

St. Augustine’s Community Meal/Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Meatloaf Potatoes  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!

Rise early Saturday and help clean up our community – Make it even more beautiful:

Notice of Special Election – Peru Fire Department

Peru Fire Department seeks voter approval to move ahead with expansion project

Bids came in higher than expected  Peru, April 17, 2026 – On September 3, 2024, Peru voters approved, by a margin of 121 to 70, the Fire Department’s plan to expand and upgrade its fire station. At the time, Architectural Engineering and Design Associates (AEDA) estimated having to borrow no more than $5 million. However, […]

Peru CSD Senior Sarah Guay Wins Statewide Art Competition

Peru, April 16, 2026 – Peru Central School District is proud to announce that senior Sarah Guay has been named a winner in the “A Day in the Life of a School Bus” statewide art competition with her painting, titled “First Odyssey,” sponsored by Leonard Bus Sales. The competition challenges New York high schoolers to […]

$125 million plus available to upgrade affordable multifamily housing in Upstate NY

Serves as a One-Stop Shop To Enhance Building Performance, Deliver Utility Bill Savings and Improve Quality of Life  Albany, April 16, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than $125 million is available to upgrade affordable multifamily housing in upstate New York. The State’s new Affordable Multifamily Program Upstate (AMP Up) provides support for […]

Pedaling through petals along Lake Champlain

A 10-mile spring bike loop through daffodils and history from Willsboro to Essex  Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

Corrections officers injured in series of incidents at Clinton Correctional Facility, NYSCOPBA says

Click here for the NBC News 5 story 

May 6 and May 9 presentations at the Peru Free Library

New NYPA preference power rates to hit some North Country residents’ electric bills

Click here for the NCPR story 

Montgomery County sheriff takes transparency online with weekly Facebook livestream

“It’s really about communication, accessibility, accountability,” Smith said. Transparency is not just good practice in his line of work – it is essential. Click here for the Spectrum News 1 story 

Housing advocates: Redundant state reviews are killing projects

The SEQR debate: Does the Adirondack Park need extra environmental red tape? Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

One year later, North Country businesses still struggle with Canadian tariffs and tourism

Tense international relations are also impacting tourism. The state comptroller says travel from Canada into New York fell by 21% last year. Click here for the NCPR story 

Alstom delivers first multilevel railcar to NJ TRANSIT

Plattsburgh operation has 374 more innovative double-decker cars on order Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Airborne Park Speedway shifts opener to April 19

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June races in Wilmington, New York: Whiteface Uphill Races and Whiskey Run & Festival

WILMINGTON, NY (April 13, 2026) – The Whiteface Region of upstate New York is set to welcome athletes and outdoor enthusiasts this June with a lineup of race events. The Wilmington Whiteface Uphill Bike and Foot Races and the Wilmington Whiteface Whiskey Run and Festival have been scheduled. “These races are a fantastic way to highlight […]

See you either this fall or January 2027

Peru, April 14, 2026 – Peru Knights of Columbus Council 7273 extends sincere appreciation to the parishioners of St. Alexander’s, St. Augustine’s, and St. James, as well as all the many supporters throughout the community. Your ongoing encouragement and attendance at our monthly breakfasts have strengthened the Knights’ charitable mission and fostered a vibrant community […]

NYS announces $150 million available to expand heat pump installation

It’s for homeowners and small residential buildings  Albany, April 13, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced up to $150 million in supplemental funding is now available to support the installation of energy-efficient heat pump systems in small residential buildings across New York State. The funding, administered through New York State Homes and Community Renewal’s […]

Longtime Peru restaurant-brewpub property is for sale

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 […]

Your chance to play a role in Peru’s outstanding recreation program

Serve as Assistant Recreation Director for Baseball/Softball and Summer Programs  This is a paid position  Job Description: Maintain a working relationship with coaches for Baseball/Softball and Summer programs. Equipment distribution and intake processing. Maintain visibility throughout the season at various home games. Provide support for summer recreation leaders and act as a liaison between summer […]