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The flipside of the North Country teacher shortage? Teachers have choices

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Stewart’s Shops Wins ‘Best Milk’ in New York State

  Stewart’s Shops proudly announces its milk has been named the best in New York State, by Cornell University Department of Food Science. The award was presented on Dairy Day, September 1st, at the New York State Fair in Syracuse, NY. The recognition is part of Cornell’s New York State Milk Quality Improvement Program. Cornell […]

Judge rejects plea deal; Trial likely in Schoharie limo disaster that killed 20

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Helicopter plucks injured hiker from High Peaks summit

Sixty-five-year-old man gets bird’s-eye view of the High Peaks Click here for the Sun Community News story

Like mother, like daughter

Retiring SLCSD teacher hands classroom off to her daughter Click here for the Adirondack Daily Enterprise story 

Border commission plans to introduce visa waiver program that could bring more doctors to the north country

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Ma’am, do you have anything to declare? $230,000 seized at Champlain

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DEA warns brightly-colored fentanyl in New York targets children for addiction

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Fentanyl is now in nearly all illegal drugs in the North Country. Here’s why that’s so dangerous

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Local leaders, COs and families rally outside Clinton Correctional

Union leaders and families stood unified Aug. 31 calling for a repeal of HALT Click here for the Sun Community News story 

ADK elected officials call on Gov. Hochul for clearer gun legislation

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Storm damage shuts down Essex County roads

Numerous roads closed in Moriah, Westport, Essex and Crown Point Click here for the Sun Community News story 

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, August 31, 2022

  Chicken and Biscuits 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 welcome at our table!

CVPH Peru Blood Drive on Monday, Sept. 19

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Brive, Monday, September 19th, from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru.  Your neighbors need and appreciate your donation. The blood drive is coordinated by St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273. 

Women’s Equality Day commemorated with history, discussion

Collaborative program addressed suffrage, racism and voting rights Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Sept. 3 Honor Flight honors Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association

Veterans Motorcycle Association a proud supporter of each flight Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Local community to gather for Overdose Awareness Day

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Paul Meyers “World on a String” Jazz Trio: Labor Day at Weatherwatch Farm

Paul Meyers is one of the most admired jazz guitarists active today. His classical guitar artistry finds him equally at home performing musical styles ranging from Bossa Nova to Be-Bop to Bartok – all played with impeccable technique and true passion. His fluid style and lyricism as both virtuoso guitarist-improviser and composer-arranger have won him […]

This is Our Home: Keeseville, NY

George “Speedy” Arnold and his store have been staples of the town for over 6 decades Click here for the NBC 5 News story 

New York officials warn of invasive Spotted Lanternfly

This is a serious threat to local apple and grape growers  Click here for the My Champlain Valley News Story 

https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/new-york/officials-warn-of-invasive-species-spotted-lanternfly/

Story published several days ago, but the threat is deadly serious.  Click here for the MyChamplainvalley.com story 

North County supports the Run For Jon

  Peru – Saturday, August 27, 2022 – Registration time at the Annual Ron For Jon held at Forrence Orchards on Mannix Road. The Gazette couldn’t stay for the race, but we expect to receive photos later in the day. Perfect day for running and it looked like a wonderful turnout. It’s a great family […]

Lewis County dairy farmers considering antidote to milk dumping, cheese production changes with new business

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A Flynn Farewell: John Flynn retires as Town of Peru youth director after 25 years

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Fmr. Clinton Co. Sheriff’s Deputy calls for change after she said she experienced discrimination

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