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Canine training at Altona Correctional builds community

Click here for the Sun Comunity News story 

Ewing named president of NYS Association of Fire Chiefs

“Unwavering dedication, exceptional leadership” Click here for the Sun Community News story 

53rd Lake Placid Horse Show kicks off

Riders come from all over to compete Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Forest rangers return to NY after helping fight Canadian wildfires

Click here for the NCPR story 

There’s a new varsity sport in the North Country: flag football for girls

The story centers on Ausable Valley Central  Click here for the NCPR story 

Amtrak suspends Adirondack Rail Line north of Albany

Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Michigans Salad Fruit Dessert Served take-out only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972 All are welcome at our table!

U.S. customs has been checking vehicles before they leave the country. Here’s why

Click here for the NCPR story 

Fulton’s Folly Band today, 6 to 8 p.m. at Heyworth-Mason Park. Bring the family and have a great time.

Click here for YouTube video 

Remember! It’s Peru Town Market Day today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Valcour Island Lighthouse Tours offered on July 9

IT’S LIGHTHOUSE SEASON – You are invited to join us on Sunday, July 9, at the Peru Dock to visit the historic Bluff Point Lighthouse on Valcour Island. Captain Mick Maynard will provide round-trip transportation. The $30 per person fee will include a Valcour Island Heritage Trail Guide and George Clifford’s book on Lake Champlain […]

An investigation into ORDA’s ‘billion dollar bet’ in the Adirondacks

Click here for the NCPR story 

Keeseville Giuseppe’s Pizza operating from one location.

By John T Ryan Peru is fortunate to be the home of several excellent restaurants, but when they’re looking for a different taste, several enjoy Giuseppe’s Pizza in Keeseville. Until two weeks ago, Giuseppe’s Pizza had two Keeseville locations, 1711 Front St. downtown and 243 Rt. N. near the Pleasant Corner Restaurant. The owner, Oscar […]

Restaurants tackle staffing shortages amidst summer rush

Click here for the WCAX story 

Saranac Middle School student arrested after allegedly stabbing a classmate

The unnamed student was stabbed one time in the back, according to New York State Police. Click here for the Sun Community News story 

DEC 3-minute video explains how to discourage neighborhood bears

STATEMENT FROM SENATOR DAN STEC CONCERNING NOVA BUS

Company announced it’s closing its Plattsburgh facility in 2025              “I was disheartened to hear today’s announcement that Nova Bus will be closing its Plattsburgh facility in 2025. The jobs being lost due to this closure, combined with the impact this will have on affiliated businesses in our region, will have major consequences on our […]

Road work planned throughout Clinton Co. in 2023

Drivers may experience delays while work is underway Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Student assaulted at Saranac Middle School

Students ordered to shelter in place Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Assemblyman Billy Jones: Nova Bus leaving Plattsburgh is shocking

“Nova Bus leaving Plattsburgh is devastating news for the North Country and my heart goes out to the 350+ employees who call Nova Bus home. Between the ancillary companies and the transportation manufacturing hub, there is truly no doubt that this will have a huge impact on our communities and our region. While this does […]

Nova Bus to leave New York, close Plattsburgh facility

Production in North America will be focused to Canadian facilities in Quebec, according to the announcement. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

2023 Heyworth-Mason Park Concert Schedule

Don’t forget to come and enjoy Sunday’s Community Concert

Heyworth-Mason Park looks beautiful for this Sunday’s 6 to 8 p.m. concert by the Fulton’s Folly Band. Bring chairs or blankets to enjoy a community concert. Before and after the show, people can enjoy the park’s excellent walking trail and dog park.

Peru Town Board Meeting of June 12, 2023 – Video and Agenda

Future Peru Gazette Peru Town Board meeting coverage will include the agenda, our YouTube Video, and, if needed and time-permitting, later feature stories on the meeting’s most critical issues or news of interest.  Click here for Town Board Agenda – June 12, 2023.   

Winning waters: Upstate NY lakes rank as some of the best in the country

Lake Champlain ranked #6 in country Click here for the Syracuse.com story