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Major Disaster Declaration approved in New York, providing federal aid to flood victims

Clinton and Essex Counties are among those approved for FEMA funding Click here for the MyNBC5 story 

Flood watch in effect until 2 am Wed.

Flood Watch- National Weather Service Burlington VT, 341 PM EDT Tue Jul 18 341 PM EDT Tue Jul 18 2023 …FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT WEDNESDAY… * WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE…Portions of northern New York, including Clinton and Essex counties. All of central […]

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, July 18, 2023

Chuck Wagon BBQ Over Rice Carrots A Peach Dessert Served take-out- only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. Peru, NY All are welcome at our table!❤️

Paul Smiths College reorganization plans halted

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DIOCESE OF OGDENSBURG FILES FOR REORGANIZATION

Statement issued by Bishop Terry R LaValley Following extensive consultation with diocesan staff, the College of Consultors, Council of Priests, the Diocesan Finance and Pastoral Councils, priest and deacons, pastoral leaders, and a team of professional advisors, Bishop Terry R. LaValley, Bishop of Ogdensburg, authorized the filing of a Chapter 11 reorganization case by the […]

NYS Comptroller’s Findings in Town of Jay – The Supervisor did not maintain complete, accurate and timely accounting records, and in adequate financial reports were provided to the Board

Click here for the NYS Comptroler’s Report  Town of Jay – Records and Reports (2023M-22) Issued Date June 30, 2023 Audit Objective Determine whether the Town of Jay (Town) Supervisor maintained complete, accurate and timely accounting records and reports to allow the Town Board (Board) to effectively manage the Town’s financial operations. Key Findings The […]

50K Powerball ticket sold in Dannemora

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HamilSun Community Solar, LLC – HamilSun Community Solar Farm – Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment

14-day comment period. Published in the Press-Republican on July 12, 2023.  DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Rural Development HamilSun Community Solar, LLC – HamilSun Community Solar Farm Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment AGENCY: Rural Business Service (RBS), USDA ACTION: Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that the Rural Business […]

Thunderstorms could create more flooding, strong winds, weak tornadoes in Vermont, New York

Clouds will begin forming in Northern New York around 2pm on Thursday, and will move east, with a line of thunderstorms making its way into Vermont into the early evening. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Enrollment is exploding in BOCES high school career and technical programs

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Strand offering open rehearsal space for music and theater artists

Have you heard about our new Open Rehearsal Hours project? This project enhances our ability to provide accessible rehearsal space for artists working in music and performance art. For more details about the project and how to request use of our Music Studio and Theatre, visit our website: https://www.strandcenter.org/open-rehearsal-hours The New York State Council on […]

As climate change looms, New York bets big on winter sports tourism

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Flood Watch National Weather Service Burlington VT 242 AM EDT Thu Jul 13 2023

Eastern Clinton-Western Clinton-Western Essex-Eastern Essex- Orleans-Essex-Lamoille-Caledonia-Washington-Western Addison- Orange-Western Rutland-Eastern Franklin-Eastern Chittenden- Eastern Addison-Eastern Rutland-Western Windsor-Eastern Windsor- Including the cities of Champlain, Plattsburgh, Dannemora, Ellenburg, Lake Placid, Newcomb, Port Henry, Ticonderoga, Derby, Newport, Island Pond, Lunenburg, Johnson, Stowe, Hardwick, St. Johnsbury, Montpelier, Waitsfield, Middlebury, Vergennes, Bradford, Randolph, Fair Haven, Rutland, Enosburg Falls, Richford, Richmond, Underhill, Bristol, […]

Building heavily damaged by fire in Keeseville

A photo from the scene shows a home on Pleasant Street on fire, with smoke pouring out of the structure. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Two fourplexes under construction on Davey Drive

Davey Drive is adjacent to and behind the Bear Swamp Road Dunkin’ Restaurant  By John T Ryan  Peru – July 12, 2023 – If the construction schedule goes as planned, in January 2024,  there will be eight new apartments at Davey Drive Commons. The developer and general contractor, Nate Wilson, opened eight units in early […]

Music in the Park Concert Series Underway – Town of Schuyler Falls

The Town of Schuyler Falls announces this summer’s Music in the Park series for 2023. Concerts are held outdoors at the River Street Park off Mason Street in the hamlet of Morrisonville, in Schuyler Falls (97 River Street at Ladue St). All programs are free and open to all. “Last year was the first year […]

Burnt Hill Road paving schedueld for Wednesday

The Town of Peru Highway Department will be paving Burnt Hill Road from Norrisville Road  to town line, on Wednesday, July 12th from 6:30 am til 2 pm.  Local traffic, school buses & emergency vehicles will be able to access the road.

The Life of Medical Pioneer William Beaumont

The Clinton County Historical Association welcomes the public to a presentation on the life of Clinton County’s medical pioneer, Dr. William Beaumont, by Dr. Paolo Fedi, on July 20, 2:30 pm, at The Grand Room, Meadowbrook Healthcare, 154 Prospect Ave, Plattsburgh. Dr. Beaumont’s story is one of legend, and his legacy is shared throughout the […]

A special message from North Country Mission of Hope Executive Director Deacon James Carlin

The most recent weather events have brought a great deal of suffering for many of our North Country neighbors. In a community like the North Country, when events like this occur, we all know someone who has been directly affected, and we want to do what we can to help them through their difficult time. […]

New York flooding: Gov.Hochul expands emergency declaration to Clinton, Essex counties

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Babbie Museum Homesteading and Woodworking Weekend – July 22-23

Ongoing demonstrations of antique chain saws, shingle mill, saw mill, and a planer and buzz saw run by hit and miss engines.   Watch our blacksmith at work.  See flax being spun into linen.  Try your hand using a wash board or vintage wringer washer.  Visit the garden shed, raised beds and hops display.  KIDS: […]

High water in and around Peru

July 10, 2023 – The Little Ausable River at Heyworth/Mason Park and the Ausable River at Ausable Chasm are typically low this time of year. While they’re not high today compared to many area rivers, they’re still relatively high.

Updated at 11 a.m BREAKING More flood damage reported in North Country

Click here for the Press-Republican story 

Flood Watch National Weather Service Burlington VT 324 AM EDT Mon Jul 10 2023

Widespread, heavy rainfall capable of producing considerable to catastrophic flooding is beginning to unfold. Road washouts are ongoing, and are expected to increase in extent and severity over the course of the day. Northern Franklin-Eastern Clinton-Southern Franklin-Western Clinton-Western Essex-Eastern Essex-Grand Isle-Western Franklin- Orleans-Essex-Western Chittenden-Lamoille-Caledonia-Washington-Western Addison-Orange-Western Rutland-Eastern Franklin-Eastern Chittenden-Eastern Addison-Eastern Rutland-Western Windsor-Eastern Windsor-Including the cities of Fort Covington, Malone, […]

Amtrak cancels service for severe weather

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