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Montreal man sentenced for murder of his daughter in the Adirondacks

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Inflation sizzled in September — and Social Security benefits will get a boost

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It’s almost time to make your choice for the following elective offices

On Tuesday, November 3, eligible Peru voters can cast ballots for the following offices and candidates. (Note – There is only one candidate for a few offices.) Voting takes place at the St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.  If you have questions on voting go the Clinton County, […]

Town Board formulating its 2027 budget.

By John T Ryan Peru, NY – At a special meeting on Monday, October 5, at 5:30 PM, the Peru Town Board presented the town’s tentative 2027 Budget. Town Supervisor Craig said the budget includes estimates of department expenses and revenue. Over the next several days, the board will examine the budget in detail and […]

Measles: What Clinton County Residents Need to Know and Do

Clinton County, October 13, 2026. More than 100 confirmed measles cases have been reported across 22 New York counties in 2026. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is asking residents to be proactive by checking their vaccination history. There are currently zero cases in Clinton County. Measles is a respiratory disease that is easily spread when a […]

Fire District Budget Hearing on Tuesday, October 20

The Peru Fire District will conduct its 2027 Budget Hearing on Tuesday, October 20 from 7 to 8 PM in a back bay behind the fire station. Any resident, property owner, or interested person is invited to attend. Copies of the budget are available at the Town Clerk’s office at the Peru Town Hall.  (Hearing […]

Students encouraged to take advantage of college application fee waivers

Fourth Year of Application Fee Waivers Helps Students Apply to SUNY, CUNY and Participating Private Colleges and Universities at No Cost October 13, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than 130 colleges and universities across New York State are waiving application fees for high school seniors as part of the 2026 College Application […]

Forest Ranges stretched thin

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VTDigger named Distinguished News Site, earns top investigative reporting honors

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UVM Medical Center unions approve contracts and avert a strike

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Clinton County Historical Association October and November Events

October 16th, 12:30 pm, Plattsburgh Senior Center, 5139 North Catherine Street, Plattsburgh A Jury of Your Peers.  Women received the right to vote across the nation in 1920 but not the right to be on a jury until years later. Learn the struggle for and gradual acceptance of women on juries, and the local women […]

Peru Athletic Hall of Fame to induct six former standouts

PLATTSBURGH | The Peru Athletic Hall of Fame will induct six former student-athletes during its 17th annual dinner and induction ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Plattsburgh Moose Lodge. The Class of 2026 includes Joe Bodenrader, Joe Bushey, Jenn (Evans) Harrison, Leigh (Christiansen) Delgado, Clint McCool and Morgan Remillard. The event, held at Moose […]

Battle of Valcour Interpretative Center Dedicated

Peru Boat Dock, October 10, 2026 – Many people turned out on this beautiful fall morning to dedicate the Battle of Valcour Interpretive Center. Peru Town Supervisor Craig Randall welcomed everyone on behalf of the Town of Peru. The setting was perfect, as the Center overlooks the site of the battle. Gunboats on Lake Champlain […]

Battle of Valcour Interpretative Center Dedicated

Peru, NY, October 10, 2026 – Click here to view Calvin Castine’s Home Town Cable’s Coverage. 

Taking a statewide approach to fixing road salt runoff

As ground contamination mounts, New York State Salt Summit focuses on new technology to help maintain winter roads. Click here for the Sun Community News story 

NYS Thruway Tolls to rise on January 1

2024 was the first toll adjustment for system-wide NY E-ZPass customers since 2010 (14 years). Two system-wide toll rate adjustments – On Jan. 1, 2024 and Jan. 1, 2027, base NY E-ZPass rates increase by five percent from prior levels (4.5 cents per mile will increase to 4.9 cents per mile in 2027). Standard Toll […]

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New Bridge Opens Window into Champlain Valley Wetlands

Ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrates new bridge and viewing platform made possible through community partnerships ESSEX, NY — October 7, 2026 — Champlain Area Trails (CATS) will celebrate the completion of the new Black Kettle Bridge by the Adirondack 46ers with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, October 14, at 3:30 p.m. The beautifully constructed bridge and viewing […]

Peru Democrats invite you to meet the candidates

Join us one week for our Meet & Greet! Mingle with neighbors, hear from candidates, and enjoy some tasty snacks on Tuesday, Oct 13th at the Peru VFW (710 NY22). We’ll be there from 5:30 – 7:30. Bring neighbors and friends! Share our poster with anyone you’d like to invite! > > Extra info: > […]

Learn about the historical, cultural, and military background leading to the formation of the Canadian Regiments serving in the Continental army

The Town of Beekmantown and the Clinton County Historical Association presentMoses Hazen, Clement Gosselin, and Congress’s Own Canadian Regiments: Their Personal Contributions in Winning the War for Independence Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM, Beekmantown Town Hall, 571 Spellman Road, West Chazy, NY 12992 Most people probably have never heard of the Canadian Regiments that played […]

North Country Chamber Earns Gold Travel Weekly Magellan Award for “We Know Canadians As…” Campaign

Plattsburgh, NY (October 8, 2026) — The North Country Chamber of Commerce has earned a Gold Award in the 2026 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards for its “We Know Canadians As…” campaign, recognized in the Travel Destinations – Marketing – Promotions with Purpose category. The Travel Weekly Magellan Awards are among the travel industry’s premier honors, […]

Town Board passes local law permitting town to exceed tax levy limit

By John T. Ryan Peru, NY, the Peru Town Board held a 6 PM regular meeting on Monday, September 28, 2026, immediately following a 5:45 PM Public Hearing where the public had the opportunity to comment on the town’s anticipated 2027 budget exceeding the state-imposed 2% tax levy increase limit. At this meeting, the board […]

Town Board Resolution for Thursday, October 15, 6:00PM Meeting

Copied from the Town of Peru Website: A Resolution will be considered by the Town Board of the Town of Peru, Clinton County, New York on October 15, 2026 to authorize the reconstruction of the Lyons Road and Westcott Road culvert crossings at an estimated maximum cost of $4,334,157 and authorizes the levy of a […]

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Town of Altona to Break Ground on New Town Hall

ALTONA, N.Y. — The Town of Altona will officially break ground on its new Town Hall on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at 3124 Miner Farm Road. The new facility will provide a modern, accessible and efficient space for town government and community services. Plans include seven designated office spaces, a separate modern […]