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Border patrol stop at SUNY Potsdam rattles community

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Child care providers in St. Lawrence County meet to discuss needs

Child Care Council Ex. Director: “There aren’t enough providers to meet today’s needs, let alone if it were expanded to more families. He said the physical infrastructure doesn’t even exist yet.” Click here for the NCPR story 

City of Plattsburgh accepting applications for Hometown Heroes Banner Program

(PLATTSBURGH, NY – February 4, 2026) – The City of Plattsburgh is partnering with local military families to honor men and women who have served or are currently serving in the US Armed Forces. Applications for this year’s program are due on March 16th. Eligibility Requirements: Honoree must be: Military personnel Currently serving, honorably discharged, […]

Stec, Senate Republicans introduce tax cut bill, & other tax measures

Albany, Dan Stec News Release of Feb. 4, 2026 – Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) today joined his state Senate Republican colleagues in introducing a package of bills that would provide immediate, substantive tax relief to all New Yorkers. Chief among these bills is Senate bill S.9110, which would institute the largest tax cut in state […]

Plattsburgh Welcomes Back Beloved Community Events & Exciting New Additions in 2026

(PLATTSBURGH – News Release of February 3, 2026) – The City of Plattsburgh is excited to release a full calendar of community events for 2026, which includes many of the community’s favorite events from years past such as the Fourth of July Celebration, Parks Come Alive events, as well as some new introductions! To stay […]

Peru Knights Serving Breakfast, Sunday, Feb, 8

Peru  – Pancakes Plus Breakfast, Sunday, February 8, 2026 served by the St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus, St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. $10 for adults, $5 children 5 to 11, Children under 5 are Free. Take-outs are $10.  The menu includes Pancakes,Waffles, Strawberry Sauce, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Home Fries, Real Maple […]

$5 million housing grant is a ‘game-changer’ for Lake Champlain-Lake George region

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Five Questions for New York’s Social Service Agencies

Will this week’s budget hearing provide insight into the state’s plan to salvage its safety net? Click here for the New York Focus story 

Recent NYS Forest Ranger Actions

Town of New Lisbon Otsego County Wilderness Search: On January 28, Forest Ranger Laymon responded to a call for a search for a missing 70-year-old. The missing subject’s husband called at 4:38 p.m. to report his wife missing from their home. Otsego County Sheriff’s Deputies followed her tracks to Butternut Creek. Ranger Laymon went to County […]

Peru CSD Hall of Fame Nominations Requested

The Peru Central School District Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for potential candidates. The District Hall of Fame is designed to recognize individuals who have made a significant impact on our school or achieved an outstanding contribution(s) to society as a graduate of Peru CSD. The candidate must have attended, been employed, served, or […]

Grand Opening Food Waste Collection Program in Peru

Peru, NY, February 3, 2026 – As advertised, Clinton County Health Department and Casella Waste Systems personnel were in Peru this morning explaining their joint food collection program. Peru is participating in a pilot program to determine how many residents will participate and, if they don’t, what can be done to encourage participation.  Americans typically […]

The North Country Chamber of Commerce presented its Annual Awards

Plattsburgh, NY The North Country Chamber of Commerce hosted its 114th Annual Awards Dinner on January 30th at SUNY Plattsburgh’s Warren Ballroom. This year’s sold-out celebration welcomed 500 guests for an unforgettable evening of recognition and celebration. This year’s award recipients, including Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Businessperson of the Year, […]

St. Augustine’s Community Meal/Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, February 3, 2026

Hamburger Gravy/Mashed Pototoes  Vegetable 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!

A tiny Central NY village is adding affordable housing without a fight: ‘I guess we’re different’

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Town Board accepts Telegraph Rd. culvert bid, but project completion date uncertain

Replacing culvert cost $2 million+ By John T Ryan Peru, NY, January 30, 2026 – There was good and bad news at the Peru Town Board’s Thursday, January 29 meeting. The board accepted Luck Brothers’ $1,852,995 bid to replace the collapsed Dry Mill Brook culvert, which led to the April 2024 closure of Telegraph Road. […]

CANCELED: Cordâme

Dear Friends, Hill and Hollow Music regrets to announce the cancellation of the Cordâme concerts scheduled at Lake Forest on Saturday, January 31st and the Saranac Methodist Church on Sunday, February 1st. In April 2025, the award-winning Montreal chamber music (jazz) ensemble applied for a U.S. visa to travel here for these concerts. In the nine […]

DEC Statement on Opposition Filings for Proposed Constitution Pipeline Project

On January 28, 2026, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) filed a notice with the Federal Energy Regulatory Committee (FERC) to oppose Constitution Pipeline Company, LLC’s petition to FERC to reissue a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity and override DEC’s oversight authority under the Clean Water Act for the proposed pipeline project. Despite its proposed […]

Liam Vob Elbe tp perform at the CC Fair

Community mourns local couple killed in Vt. crash

Fundraisers underway to help local teen hospitalized after Friday night fatality in Colchester Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Deviations – A solo exhibition by Brooklyn-based artist James Antonson

(PLATTSBURGH, NY The Strand Center for the Arts is excited to host “Deviations, ” a solo exhibition by Brooklyn-based artist and teacher, James Antonson. The exhibition opens to the public on Friday, Feb. 13, with a free gallery reception from 5 to 8 p.m. and will remain on display until Saturday, March 28. James Antonson will have a […]

Clinton County Announces Appointment of New Airport Director at Plattsburgh International Airport

January 28, 2026 –  Clinton County, NY — The Clinton County Legislature is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick Sharrowas the new Airport Director at Plattsburgh International Airport, effective immediately. Sharrow brings more than 20 years of diverse aviation experience spanning airport management, airline operations, aviation planning, and engineering. He is an Accredited Airport […]

Investigation into $3 million fraud sparks blame game in Warren County

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Tales of the Adirondacks past and present: Smashing historical myths by Kate Messner

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Special Peru Town Meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 6 PM

AGENDA – TOWN BOARD SPECIAL MEETING, JANUARY 29, 2026, 6:00 PM Call Meeting to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call MOTION: Approval of Minutes for the Regular Meeting of January 12, 2026 and 2026 Organizational Meeting of January 12, 2026 Community Input.  DISCUSSION:   Engineering Update on Telegraph Road Over Dry Mill Brook. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Award to Lowest […]

More than a dozen athletes with Vermont ties named to US Olympic team

Skiers will represent the state in Alpine, biathlon, cross-country and freestyle events at the 2026 Winter Games in Italy. Click here for the VTDigger story