The Peru Gazette

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Comptroller DiNapoli and District Attorney Hoovler Announce Arrests in Investigation Into Fraudulent Billing by Medicaid Transportation Providers Accused of Stealing $2.9 Million New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced that  on Thursday, October 30, 2025, Rohail Raja, age 45, and his wife, Sharma Alam, age 45, […]

October 31, 2025, 2:26 p.m. – Alstom updated its news release. Wide range of positions available in assembly, welding and painting  Full-time, permanent positions with health insurance, 401(k), etc.    Job offers expected to be made at job fair Thurs., Nov. 6   31 October 2025 – Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, […]

Obituary: Hamilton Funeral Home James Kirby  James Peter “Jim” Kirby, 68, of the Military Turnpike, Plattsburgh, died Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at his home, under the loving care of his family. He was born in Plattsburgh, November 21, 1956, the son of Clark Alan “Red” and Helen Jane (Grzeszczuk) Kirby. At Jim’s request there will […]

By John T Ryan Peru, NY, October 29, 2025 – These men were working in Forrence’s Orchard along Old Town Road today. They were on their lunch break but ready to talk. Needless to say, they’re very concerned about their families and property back home in Jamaica. One man from southwest Jamaica, where Hurricane Melissa […]

Peru, NY – The Peru Town Board conducted its routine town business agenda Monday on Monday, October 27; however, in addition to routine actions, several essential items came to the public’s attention.  Supervisor Craig Randall related a letter he received from the Joint Council of Economic Opportunity (JCEO) stating that Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) and […]

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Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. on Nov. 2, which means we gain one hour. Click here for the the LIVENOW STORY 

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By John T. Ryan October 28, 2025 – Plattsburgh – If you or someone you know has received a dire health diagnosis or is facing a terminal illness, The Wish Fund is here to help. Established in 2016 by the Adirondack Champlain Valley REALTORS (ACVR) to honor realtor Mary Fry, The Wish Fund grants wishes […]

Nation-Leading Program Awards Revolving Loan Funds To Unlock Up to 1,800 New Homes Statewide Albany, October 27, 2025 News Release – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of the Housing Acceleration Fund, a $215 million first-of-its kind program to speed up construction of shovel-ready mixed-income residential projects across New York State. One of the […]

October 27, 2025 Saranac Lake — The Upper Saranac Foundation (USF) Dive Team has concluded another successful season of aquatic invasive species (AIS) management at Follensby Clear Pond, marking significant progress in the effort to protect the Upper Saranac watershed. Expanded invasive management efforts at Follensby Clear Pond in 2024 and 2025 were made possible […]

Albany, October 27, 2025 “New York has long benefited from outstanding institutions of higher education that serve as anchors for our communities, employing tens of thousands of people, conducting world-class research and development, attracting new residents, training the workforce and bringing vibrancy to neighborhoods,” DiNapoli said. “Federal action on student aid, international student enrollment, and […]

A 2015 promise to conserve farmland, make cheese and educate students completely unraveled at the Norwich Farm. Click here for the VTDigger story 

Michigans Salad  Fruit  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!

As the Erie Canal Begins its Third Century of Operation, Focus is on Maintaining a Safe, Resilient, Navigable Waterway that Supports Economic Development, Accessible Recreation, Arts and Culture, and Sustainability NYS News Release, October 26, 2025 – Governor Kathy Hochul today marked the 200th anniversary of the opening of the original Erie Canal in New […]

The 2025 Peru Tractor Parade will be held on Friday, December 5 beginning at 6:15 to 6:30 PM.  105-year-old Doug Brown will be the Grand Marshal. Make plans now! The Tractor Parade is one of Peru’s special events.  It starts at the Irwin farm on Jarvis Road, left on River Rd., right on Laflure Lane, […]

“Richard’s teams have built nearly 20 homes and are in the planning stages for 45 more in Fairlee alone. The Upper Valley town, a summer tourism hub, has a year-round population of about 1,000 residents.” Clock here for the VTDigger story 

The Town Board approved: Granting Town Supervisor Craig Randall the authority to approve routine change orders on the Wastewater Treatment Plant Project after conferring with the town’s engineer. The board’s goal is to “keep the project moving,” rather than delaying work until the next board meeting. A Murnane Building Contractors change order of $15,570.74 and […]

Casella, Northern Adirondacks Kiwanis and Morrisonville Girl Scouts Troop 4202 recognized for impressive results Click here for the Sun Community News story 

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$1.1 million to resurface Route 374 from Reservoir Road to the Route 3 overhead ramp in the Towns of Saranac and Plattsburgh, Clinton County. $1.1 million to resurface Route 87 between Exit 40 and the Beekmantown Rest Area in the Towns of Beekmantown and Chazy, Clinton County. $3.1 million to resurface Interstate 87 from the […]

Single-Day Thanksgiving Meal Pick-Up to thousands of individuals, families and seniors in the Adirondacks and North Country  Clinton Community College’s Institute of Advanced Manufacturing will be the local food distribution site on November 22.   PLATTSBURGH, NY (October 22, 2025) — Regional Food Bank leadership and volunteers, local partners, site partners, donors and local elected officials […]

The Alzheimer’s Association is partnering with the Peru VFW to offer free dementia centered education at the Peru VFW Memorial Post 309 on Nov. 18 @ 2:00pm. The Association will be offering light refreshments and would love to see a good turnout. A document that outlines the correlation between veterans and dementia is attached. More […]