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Why these two southern Adirondack school districts are considering a rare merger

Click here for the NCPR story 

Peru Gazette, here’s how your YouTube channel did last month

10 NEW SUBSCRIBERS 3,864 TOTAL VIEWS 6,569 MINUTES WATCHED

Clinton Community College’s relocation sparks plans for campus transition and economic growth

County officials plan to conduct feasibility studies on the 100 acres of land and 12 buildings located on the campus Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Strong winds and heavy snowfall tonight into Saturday morninig

After a brief period of quiet weather this morning, another storm bringing strong to damaging winds will impact the region. In addition to the winds, widespread snow and wintry mix is expected. Visit http://weather.gov/btv for the latest details about this storm. #nywx #nywx

Peru Lions Give Back

Recently, members of the Peru Lions Club presented a $1,000 check to JCEO to benefit the Peru and Keeseville food pantries. The Lions Club raises the bulk of their funds, which they give back to community services and projects, from their annual John P. Adams Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day.  

Great food, great place to gather for a good cause

Sunday, January 14, Peru – Pancakes, French Toast, Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Hash Browns, Real Maple Syrup and more! Community Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, January 14, served by the St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus in the St. Augustine’s Parish Center from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $10 for adults, $5 for children 5 to 11; children […]

Town Board sworn into office

Peru, NY January 8, 2024 – Town Clerk Dianne Miller administered the oath of office to Peru Town Board members before Monday’s meeting.  Eric Duquette took a seat on the board for his first meeting. Note – Matt Favro arrived in his coach’s attire. His son’s basketball team had a game Monday night. 

JCEO Coordinator in place, On-street parking interferes with snowplows; DOT denies traffic 22-22B intersection traffic light and much more 

By John T Ryan  Breana Warren is in place as Peru’s new JCEO Outreach Coordinator. Located on the town hall’s lower level, her office operates Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.   Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell and Deputy Highway Superintendent Tyler Jarvis expressed frustration with the motorists who park cars on the street during snow […]

Town Board approves 2024 salaries appointments, liaisons and much more

January 8, 2024, Organization Meeting – The Peru Town Board approved 2024 salaries, appointments, department liaisons, meeting dates and times, contracts, a mileage reimbursement rate, depository, newspaper and procurement policy. Salaries for Elected Officials: Town Supervisor – $34,029  Town Board Member – $9,639  Town Clerk/Tax Collector/registrar – $32,609.19  Town Justice – $23,584.93 Higway Superintendent – […]

Officials discuss impact of CCC relocation on campus buildings

Click here for the Press-Republican story 

President John Kowal Presents Vision to Strengthen the Future of Clinton Community College

January 10, 2024- Plattsburgh, NY –Clinton Community College President John Kowal today announced to the campus community a path to future financial stability and enrollment growth for the college. After a rigorous review of campus finances, enrollment, and accreditation requirements, CCC leadership has decided to work toward a physical relocation and shared services partnership with […]

Clinton Community College plans to relocate to SUNY Plattsburgh

No subscription needed to read North Country Public Radio stories  Click here for the NCPR story 

Ausable Chasm is beautiful as usual

Given the snow and rain followed by temperatures in the low forties, you might wonder what’s happening at Ausable Chasm today. Thank you, Kristina Heffernan, for the two beautiful photos!

Clinton Community College relocating campus to SUNY Plattsburgh by 2025

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The highest wind gusts will be in the northern Adirondacks, Champlain Valley, western slopes of the Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom

National Weather Service issuance about 4 PM, January 9, 2023  Damaging winds will cause widespread power outages and may blow down trees across the region tonight. The highest wind gusts will be in the northern Adirondacks, Champlain Valley, western slopes of the Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom #vtwx #nywx    

Clinton County Historical Association Announces Winter Programs

January 19, 12:30 pm, Plattsburgh Senior Center, 5139 North Catherine Street, Plattsburgh. A virtual tour and history of the Plattsburgh Memorial Chapel with Kate Chilton and Helen Nerska. See photos and hear the stories of the creation of this memorial to veterans who trained in Plattsburgh and who died in the Great War. January 25, […]

Why Monday night is a great time to see live music in Saranac Lake

Listen to this man sing!  Click here for the NCPR story 

Schluter Systems donates big to Plattsburgh YMCA

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Fire fighters battle River Rd. and Macey Lane blazes Saturday night

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Spectrum hikes prices for 2nd time in 6 months. Here’s how to avoid some of the increases

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Most Adirondack lakes will likely become unsuitable for trout

“Climate change is causing the bottom of most Adirondack lakes to become unlivable for trout, salmon and whitefish during the summer,..” Click here for the Cornell.edu story   

Snow, Wind, Rain! What’s next?

National Weather Service graphic

Significent storm system pending

National Weather Service Burlington @NWSBurlington · A significant storm system will impact the North Country Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday. The biggest impact will be widespread wind gusts in the 45 to 60 mph range with scattered to numerous power outages possible. Stay tuned for more information. #vtwx #nywx

Everyone is invited for great food and community

Peru – Pancakes, French Toast, Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Hash Browns, Real Maple Syrup and more! Community Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, January 14, served by the St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus in the St. Augustine’s Parish Center from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $10 for adults, $5 for children 5 to 11; children under 5 are […]

URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Burlington VT 358 AM EST Mon Jan 8 2024

Northern Franklin-Southeastern St. Lawrence-Southern Franklin- Western Clinton-Lamoille-Eastern Franklin-Eastern Chittenden- Eastern Addison-Eastern Rutland- Including the cities of Fort Covington, Malone, South Colton, Star Lake, Saranac Lake, Tupper Lake, Dannemora, Ellenburg, Johnson, Stowe, Enosburg Falls, Richford, Richmond, Underhill, Bristol, Ripton, East Wallingford, and Killington 358 AM EST Mon Jan 8 2024 …HIGH WIND WATCH NOW IN EFFECT […]