The Peru Gazette

By John T Ryan  Peru, NY –  The verbal volley between Theresa Larson and the Peru Town Board continued at the Town Board’s June 22nd Meeting. In June 2024, Lake Champlain Transportation (LCT) purchased six parcels, including the former Snug Harbor/Olde Valcour Marina, the Mariner Restaurant, which Larson co-operated, a dive shop, a campground, and […]

Chicken and Stuffing Casserole  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!

Fire towers in the Adirondacks offer breathtaking views, but often times can be hard to access, due to their remote locations  Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

When given an excessive amount of plastic trash, what do you do with it? How about…turn it into a bench? Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

A new educational program invites participants to tour Lake Champlain from the water and learn about the area’s environment Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

By John T Ryan Peru, NY (July 4, 2026) – John and Patsy Dodge had two United States flags on display this morning at Heyworth/Mason Park, both mounted on John’s World War II-era Willys Jeep. Relaxing at one of the nearby picnic tables, John explained, “It looks like a 1945, but I made it out […]

If Handling Legal Sparkling Devices, Priority Number One is Fire Safety Albany, July 3, 2026 Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to prioritize safety as they prepare for the July 4th holiday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Fireworks pose a significant risk, causing thousands of injuries each year, particularly among young people. These accidents […]

Peru, NY, July 3, 2026 – Thanks to the Peru Town Board, many sponsors, and artist Greg Badger, Peru’s history is on display at Heyworth/Mason Park. The artwork in these photos is on the east side of the 1836-era stone building. Similar artwork adorns the west side. These photos were taken about 6:15 a.m. on […]

Peru, NY, 6:20 a.m., What an asset to our town and beautifully maintained by our Parks Department.

By John T Ryan Peru, NY – Former Peru School Principal Chris Mazzella is the latest member of the Peru Central School Hall of Fame. He was inducted on June 10 in conjunction with National Honor Society Induction Ceremony. High School Principal Matt Berry summarized why Mazzella was being honored and referred to Chris as […]

Recognition highlights contributions to student success, teaching and service PLATTSBURGH (July 2, 2026) — Three Clinton Community College faculty members have been recognized with 2026 SUNY Chancellor’s Excellence Awards, among the highest honors conferred on faculty and professional staff throughout the State University of New York system. The awards recognize outstanding achievement and a commitment […]

Lake Ranked No. 5 in Bassmaster’s 2026 Best Bass Lakes – Northeastern Division PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (July 2, 2026) – The Adirondack Coast Visitors Bureau is proud to announce that Lake Champlain has once again been recognized as one of the premier bass fishing destinations in the country, earning the No. 5 spot in the Northeastern […]

Click here for the NCPR story 

Guidance Requires Auto Insurance Entities To Incorporate Anticipated Savings from Reforms into Current and Future Rate Filings Albany, nY (July 1, 2026) – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has issued new guidance to insurers, implementing reforms enacted in the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget to help […]

$120 Per Child Going to Eligible Families Through 2026 Summer EBT Program Summer EBT Benefits Expire 122 Days After Being Issued, Recipients Should Use Their Benefits Soon After They Receive Them Albany, (July 1, 2026) = Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that nearly 1.6 million low-income children have already received summer food assistance totaling $189 […]

Plattsburgh, NY (June 30, 2026) – Michelle LeBeau, president of the University of Vermont Health Network’s Alice Hyde Medical Center (AHMC) and Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH), issued the following statement about the New York State Nurses Association sponsored community rally for the Adirondack Blood Donor Center: “Today’s gathering is a testament to the importance […]

The Town of Schuyler Falls announces the 2025 summer’s Music in the Park series.  Concerts are held outdoors on Friday evenings 6-8pm starting July 10th through September 4th  (but not 7/17 or 7/24) at the Jefferson Dukette Memorial Field on Salmon River Road near Mason Street and between Mason Street and Military Turnpike.  This venue […]

Click here for the WPTZ News story 

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — Community members are invited to experience Lake Champlain from a new perspective during Summer on the Lake Educational Boat Trips on Thursday, July 16, 2026, departing from the Plattsburgh City Marina, 2 Dock Street, Plattsburgh. Hosted by Lake Champlain Sea Grant and partners, these interactive boat trips will offer participants a unique […]

News Release – PLATTSBURGH, NY, June 29, 2026  — Clinton County resident, business owner, former EMT, and former New York State Correction Officer Cliff Berg has officially announced his candidacy for Clinton County Coroner. Berg brings a unique combination of emergency response, investigative, and community service experience to the position. Having served as an EMT […]

Anonymous donors will match donations needed to complete renovations Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Click here to view the graduates’ names and future plans These are copied from the Graduation Program.

July 8 Event part of centennial celebration Plattsburgh, NY, June 29, 2026  – A special gathering for retirees of Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) will take place Wednesday, July 8, from 10 am to noon in the CVPH Boardroom as part of the hospital’s Centennial Celebration. Retirees are welcome to stop in the boardroom to […]

Move will connect more students to civic and career preparation Albany, June 26, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the Empire State Service Corps will double in size, growing from 500 to 1,000 available spots and will include new program areas to meet New York’s most pressing needs. This expansion was proposed in Governor […]