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Minutes: Peru Town Board Meeting of January 12, 2026

The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday January 12th, 2026 at the Peru Town Hall. Those present were Mr.Craig Randall, Supervisor; Mr. Kregg Bruno, Councilman ; Mr. Eric Duquette, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Nick Weaver, Councilman and Mrs. Christine Crawford, Town Clerk. Also present were Mr. Scott Thurber, […]

Beta Technologies board member steps back following appearance in Epstein files

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Aaron Woolf’s Adirondack vision: Transforming old pharmacy into community hub

A dream takes shape: Mountain biking shop meets modern-day general store in Elizabethtown venture Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

FitzPatrick Cancer Center Launches Mindfulness-Based Eating Awareness Training to Support Post-Treatment Well‑Being

Free 8-week series includes private sessions with dietitian Plattsburgh, NY — Helping cancer survivors rebuild their relationship with food and improve their overall wellbeing with a balanced approach to nourishment are the goals of Mindfulness-Based Eating Awareness Training (MB-EAT), an eight-week series that begins Thursday, March 12 at 5 pm. It is free for all […]

St. Augustine’s Community Meal/Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Chili  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!

Michelin brings Winter Tire Driving Academy to Lake Placid in February

What: The 2026 Michelin Winter Tire Academy will offer a two-hour, hands-on winter driving experience at the Lake Placid Airport. Participants will learn how to navigate snowy and icy conditions on a custom-built course with expert instructors. Vehicles will be provided. When: Select dates in February: Feb. 7–8, 14–15, and Feb 21–22. Session times: 8 […]

AGENDA – PERU TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 9, 2026 6:00 PM

Call Meeting to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call  MOTION/DISCUSSION: To Accept Reports from all Departments: (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; and Banking Reports, JCEO); MOTION: Acceptance of Minutes for the Special Meeting of January 29, 2026. Community Input.  DISCUSSION/MOTION: AES Northeast PWWTP Project Update. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Approval […]

Peru, NY Extended Weather Forecast

As of February 9, 1016 at 7:26 a.m.   

Part 2: The longest log slide in the Adirondacks

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This weather won’t stop the Peru Knights from serving you a delicious, hearty breakfast Sunday morning

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 […]

National Weather Service: Dangerous Cold Expected This Weekend

North Country primaries are heating up. The NY deadline to change political party is Feb.14

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Motorized vehicles in the wilderness? Here’s what you need to know about new DEC accessibility rules

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Adirondack North county Association (ANCA) launches new strategic plan for building Adirondack economy

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Prospective Students Invited to Saturday Visit Days at Clinton Community College

PLATTSBURGH — Prospective students are invited to experience Clinton Community College firsthand during upcoming Saturday Visit Days, which offer campus tours and opportunities to explore academic programs, student life and support services. Saturday Visit Days will be held on Feb. 7, Feb. 28, March 14 and April 11 this spring. During each visit, prospective students […]

GOVERNOR HOCHUL SIGNS MEDICAL AID IN DYING ACT INTO NEW YORK STATE LAW

Governor Hochul states that the bill’s guardrails will ensure integrity of patient decision and preparedness of medical institutions, February 6, 2026 – Governor Hochul today signed legislation S.138/A.136 that will allow medical aid in dying to be available to terminally ill New Yorkers with less than six months to live. This historic bill signing comes […]

GOVERNOR HOCHUL DIRECTS FLAGS TO HALF-STAFF TO HONOR CORRECTION OFFICER CHARLIE HALL

Flags To Be Flown at Half-Staff Across New York State Saturday, February 7 Governor Kathy Hochul today directed flags on all State government buildings be flown at half-staff, Saturday, February 7, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of Charlie Hall, a correction officer who died from a medical emergency while on duty at Five Points […]

Governor Hochul and DEC Announce 2026 Free Freshwater Fishing Days in New York

Ample Fishing Opportunities Await New Anglers Free Fishing Days Support the Governor’s “Get Offline, Get Outside” Initiative Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced the 2026 dates for Free Fishing Days in New York. The requirement for a freshwater fishing license is waived during the following six days […]

Regular Monthly School Board Meeting February 2026

Peru CSD Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the High School Community Room. It is anticipated that an executive session will take place immediately following the 6:00 PM start, and that the Board will reconvene for open public session business at approximately 7:00 PM. […]

Son of late Albany lobbyist dies while skiing at Whiteface

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Adirondack Park Agency sued over howitzer hearing

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Feb. 7 A.I. Training Course Offered – Hands on Training

Discussion time: What should old Adirondack prisons become?

A chance to voice YOUR opinion!    Click here for the Adirondack story 

North Country at Work: Saranac Lake school bus driver says it’s a great job for working parents

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Skaters on Lake Champlain rescued when ice began drifting

Ice began drifting on Lake Champlain, causing dangerous conditions for skaters who needed to be rescued Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story