The Peru Gazette

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Peru, NY, June 9, 2026 – It’s been a memorable week for Lincoln Sunderland. On June 4, he celebrated his 86th birthday. At the Monday, June 8, Peru Town Board meeting, the Town Board recognized Sunderland for his work in preserving Peru history and former New York State Assemblywoman Janet Duprey recognized Sunderland for his […]

Funding Supports Updating Water Infrastructure, Combatting Harmful Algal Blooms, Protecting Drinking Water, Increasing Flood Resilience, and Treating Contamination from Landfills Applications Due July 31 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced the availability more than $78 million for water quality improvement and protection projects. The funding is part of the […]

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. , June 9, 2026 – Assemblyman Michael S. Cashman (D-Plattsburgh) announced funding for various educational programs throughout the 115th district today, including $100,000 for the AuSable Valley Central School District. The announcement comes after the legislative concluded late last week. “I am thrilled to share that I was able to secure $255,000 for […]

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Call Meeting to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call  MOTION/DISCUSSION: To Accept Reports from all Departments: Meeting of May 11, 2026 MOTION/DISCUSSION: To Accept Reports from all Departments: (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; and Banking Reports, JCEO); MOTION: Acceptance of Minutes for the Regular Meeting of May […]

LCRI replaces old research boat with new 36-foot, high-tech vessel

ALBANY, NY, June 6, 2026  – Assemblyman Michael S. Cashman (D-Plattsburgh) shared some of his legislative wins upon the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session. The Assemblyman was the sponsor of 7 passed pieces of legislation, one budget provision, and co-sponsored an additional 21 pieces of legislation that also passed. “I am proud to announce […]

CVPH ED team honors legacy of compassion, care  Plattsburgh, NY, June 3, 2026 – Family, friends and colleagues of Nicole Killian, NP, gathered recently at the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) Emergency Department to dedicate its General Treatment Area in her honor and to celebrate the lasting influence she […]

Chicken’n Biscuits Vegetable  Fruit Snack  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 invited and welcome!

SUNY Canton  Emma Baker named to SUNY Canton President’s List. Isaac Lane named to SUNY Canton President’s List. Dusty LeClair  named to SUNY Canton President’s List. SUNY Potsdam  Ethan Luoma set to graduate summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education Madison Tromblee set to graduate with a Master of Science […]

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Plattsburgh, NY (June 3, 2026) — The North Country Chamber of Commerce has been named one of just 12 recipients nationwide of an Award of Excellence in Communications by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) for its innovative “We Know Canadians…” campaign. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, ACCE represents more than 1,600 chambers of […]

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Guidelines for $81 Million First Round of FY27 Council on the Arts Grants Now Available Here Albany, June 6, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $161 million in grant funding for New York State artists and nonprofit arts and culture organizations in FY2027, with applications now available for the first round of funding, totaling […]

TUPPER LAKE, NY (June 4, 2026) – The highly anticipated Tupper Lake Tinman Triathlon returns on Saturday, June 27, kicking off at 8 a.m. and continuing its legacy as one of the longest-running triathlons in North America. Recently rated one of the Best Ironman 70.3 & Half-Distance Races in the U.S. for 2026 by Triathlon […]

June 6, 2026 – New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other State agencies, local emergency response organizations, and volunteer search and rescue groups, Forest Rangers locate and extract lost, injured, or distressed people from across New York State. Town of Keene Essex […]

June 5, 2026 – The Peru CSD Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 6:30 PM in the High School Community Room. It is anticipated that an executive session will take place immediately following the 6:30 PM start, and that the Board will reconvene for open public […]

Funding for Communities Supports Local Climate Action to Reduce Emissions, Improve Air Quality, and Increase Resilience New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced at least $18 million now available under the Climate Smart Communities Grant program to help municipalities take action to address climate change. Eligible projects help reduce flooding and protect […]

Albany, June 1, 2026 – Statewide Survey of Nearly 600 Teachers and School Administrators. Approximately 80% Reported Positive Outcomes Including Better Student Engagement and Improved Social Connections Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the results of a survey to collect feedback from nearly 600 educators statewide at the conclusion of New York’s first phone-free school year […]

By John T Ryan  Peru, NY, June 4, 2026 – The Peru Town Board met for a low-key, 31-minute meeting on Thursday, May 28. Several department heads were absent, along with Councilman Nick Weaver and town attorney Matt Favro. County Legislator Kevin Randall observed the meeting.  Primary news items:  Supervisor Craig Randall shared that construction […]

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By John T Ryan Peru, NY, June 3, 2026 – Luck Brothers Inc. personnel began replacing the Telegraph Road Dry Mill Brook culvert today. The culvert’s deteriorating condition led the Peru Highway Department to close the road in April 2024, forcing many people to travel several additional miles. The culvert being replaced was installed after […]