The Peru Gazette

Source: Do I have to wear a mask? CDC map shows COVID-19 risk levels

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joined her colleagues in introducing the Northern Border Reopening Act, led by Congressman Chris Jacobs (NY-27), to force the Biden Administration to end all COVID-19 mandates for Canadians traveling to the United States. “Burdening Canadians with additional restrictions to cross the Northern […]

Source: It’s been a wild winter for the Lake Champlain ferries. Here’s why | NCPR News

Plattsburgh, February 28, 2022. Governor Kathy Hochul announced plans to end the state mask requirement in schools beginning March 2, 2022. Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) leadership, community partners, and school superintendents met Monday to determine the best course of action for Clinton County.  As of last update, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones               Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) announced that nominations for his 2022 Women of Distinction Awards are underway. The Women of Distinction Awards are held annually and honor local women who have had significant positive impacts on their community and those around them. Awards will be given for […]

Source: How much snow? Town-by-town totals from around Vermont, New York

Story centers on Peru, NY Source: Remembering the secret history of the Underground Railroad in the North Country | NCPR News

937 AM EST Fri Feb 25, 2022 …WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING… * WHAT…Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches. * WHERE…All of northern New York and the northern and central sections of Vermont. * WHEN…Through 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS…Travel will be […]

The prize-winning Montreal ensemble, Infusion Baroque, performs their signature program “Virtuosa” on the Hill and Hollow Music series Sunday, March 13 at the Methodist Church on NYS Route 3 in Saranac. The program features music by women composers of the 17th and 18th centuries and will be performed on historical instruments: flute, violin, cello, and […]

Annual 5K race to support patients needing to travel for care  PLATTSBURGH, NY (2/24/2022) – Runners can get an early start on their St. Patrick’s Day festivities while helping families in our region receive the care they need by taking part in the Shamrock Shuffle 5K. The race starts and ends at Valcour Brewing Company […]

Elizabeth “Beth” Howell was murdered near the SUNY Potsdam campus on Friday, February 18th. She is playing the cello in this scene.   

Source: Saranac Lake storms past Peru | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Source: Man charged in SUNY Potsdam student’s murder doesn’t have much of a criminal history | Crime & Law | nny360.com

Source: Vermont weather: Friday snowstorm to bring several inches

Source: Moriah assessor pleads to voter fraud | News | pressrepublican.com

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik today led six of her colleagues in sending a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul urging her to reject the New York State Farm Laborers Wage Board’s recent decision to lower the overtime wage threshold. “The Farm Laborers Wage Board ignored 70% of the […]

Source: There’s a shortage of EMTs in the North Country. Some blame the lack of a career path | NCPR News

Action Recommended Make preparations per the instructions Issued By Burlington – VT, US, National Weather Service Affected Area All of northern New York and Vermont Description …WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING… WHAT…Heavy snow possible. The potential will exist for storm total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. WHERE…All […]

Source: New requirements in renewed search for Plattsburgh police chief

Source: Legislature to vote on new deal with Casella | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Sunburst Beauty Pageant returns to Champlain Centre | Sun Community News Plattsburgh | The Sunburst Beauty Pageant is returning to Champlain Centre. 

Source: Ice jam floods draw community responses – Adirondack Explorer

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Today, Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik (NY-21), House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy (CA-23), Republican Whip Steve Scalise (LA-01), House Foreign Affairs Committee Lead Republican Michael McCaul (TX-10), House Armed Services Committee Lead Republican Mike Rogers (AL-03), and House Intelligence Committee Ranking Member Mike Turner (OH-10) issued […]

Source: Off-duty New York State trooper killed in snowmobile crash