The Peru Gazette

New Yorkers could see new benefit cards in 2027 as officials pledge to prioritize a long-awaited upgrade. Click here for the New York Focus story 

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New York State Police are investigating the death of a 51-year-old man forest rangers found in a lean-to in the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

Beta also has a facility in Plattsburgh  Click here for the vtdigger story 

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Apple Valley Senior Housing seeks to hire a cleaning person. Responsible for cleaning common areas and four laundry rooms each week.   Added hours will be for seasonal requirements, such as spring and fall cleaning and summer gardening. Hours are 8 hours per week from November through March, and 12-16 hours per week, April through October. […]

North Country Town of Moriah $150,000, Essex County Town of Plattsburgh $160,545, Clinton County Funding Will Help Certified Communities Design and Adopt Pro-Housing Policies Such as Zoning Analysis, Streamlining Building Permits and Master Planning Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the state has awarded $5 million in technical assistance grants to help certified Pro-Housing Communities […]

By John T Ryan  Peru, NY, February 23, 2026 – Remember the days when it seemed like almost every local family owned a snowmobile. Reduced snowfall has resulted in fewer people enjoying the activity; nevertheless, many families still do. In New York State, people register up to 130,000 sleds each year to travel over the […]

Plattsburgh, NY, February 23, Michael Cashman News Release  – Assemblyman Michael S. Cashman is marking his first 100 days in office by putting the needs of the North Country front and center. From town halls to district tours and work on the Assembly floor, Cashman has focused on showing up, listening, and delivering practical results […]

North Country representative Assemblyman Michael Cashman hailed the Supreme Court tariff ruling as a positive move Click here for the Adirondack Explore story 

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole  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!

Community leaders, educators, faith organizations, etc. needed for July 19-26 week-long event Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Elizabethtown launches new brand and website focusing on serving the community Click here for the Sun Comunity News story 

Story profiles Sheriff Todd Hood’s rise to prominence  Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

ORDA board approves maintenance planning process for Lake Placid and alpine facilities valued at $1B Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

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Hiking in the Adirondack Mountains can offer great experiences and views Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

February 25,  6 pm, (This is a date change. The event was originally scheduled for Feb. 24) Advisor’s Room, Beekmantown High School, Haynes Road Entrance, West Chazy. The Golden Age of the Cigar Trade in Downtown Plattsburgh – photos and stories of the men who generated this prosperous local industry. Seating is limited. Call 518-561-0340 before […]

By John T Ryan Peru, NY, February 20, 2026 –  Peru’s culvert replacement saga is moving forward. On Friday, February 20, 2026, Town Clerk Christine Crawford opened bids from four contractors to replace the deteriorating Lyons Road culvert.  Ed Garrow and Sons Inc. of Plattsburgh submitted the low bid of $317,205; Birdsall Excavation and Construction […]

Call Meeting to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call MOTION: Approval of Minutes for the Regular Meeting of February 9, 2026.  Community Input.  DISCUSSION:   Engineering Update on Telegraph Road Over Dry Mill Brook. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Possible Award on Bid the Lyons Rd. Culvert Replacement Project. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Acceptance of Construction Inspection Services Proposal for the Telegraph […]

1. Call Meeting To Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call MOTION:       To Open the Public Hearing. DISCUSSION:   Community Input and Questions MOTION:      To Close the Public Hearing. MOTION:        Adjourn

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced a new online exam for people seeking to become licensed Nuisance Wildlife Control Operators (NWCOs). To provide enhanced access, DEC is offering these examinations online and free of charge. “As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the customer experience, DEC is proud to offer […]