The Peru Gazette

Source: The Retirements of Sharon Meyer and Tom Messner Forecast the End of an Era in Vermont Media | Media | Seven Days | Vermont’s Independent Voice

Source: The little engine that could: Frontier Town’s 1923 Vulcan finds new home | News | pressrepublican.com

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce Plattsburgh – 10/13/2021 – The North Country Chamber of Commerce is welcoming indications that the U.S. will begin to allow vaccinated Canadians to drive across the northern land border on November 1st. That has been the date for beginning entry by international air travelers from Europe and elsewhere […]

Source: Route 374 chase ends with drug arrest | Sun Community News DANNEMORA | A high-speed chase up Route 374 recently ended without injury after the driver ran out of gas.

Source: University of Vermont Health Network outlines solutions to issues around accessing care – VTDigger

Source: US to reopen land borders for fully vaccinated in November

Since our 10/8 update, 123 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of two additional COVID-19 related deaths of Clinton County residents. These deaths bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to thirty-nine. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list of […]

Source: Diversifying the Adirondacks, one whitewater rafting trip (or hike) at a time | NCPR News

Source: Northern NY, Vermont foliage 2021: ‘Peak’ color appears in some areas

Source: The sweet 70’s vibes of a Fender Rhodes inspire new work from a Plattsburgh composer | NCPR News

Source: Police search for man missing from his home in Jay in the Adirondacks | NCPR News

“SARANAC — Plattsburgh High’s 28-0 win against Saranac on Saturday was overshadowed by the harsh realities of football that everyone knows exist but hopes never materialize. Unfortunately for the Hornets (3-1), the reality was all too strong when senior quarterback Ben Bordeau suffered a horrific lower-body injury at the end of what was a 36-yard […]

“PLATTSBURGH — The Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum marked its return to operation this month after a sidelined year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Peru museum hosted its annual Harvest Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, when it allowed visitors to observe antique equipment in use, participate in pumpkin paintings and other fall activities. […]

Oct. 10th – NYSEG crews are working to restore electric power at Tops Plaza. An underground power cable failure apparently caused the outage. People nearby reported hearing a loud explosion about noon. A generator is on its way to Peru. It will restore power at Tops; however, the Gazette wasn’t able to learn when power […]

Source: School sports are back, but quarantines and vaccines are changing them | NCPR News

 3-week hiatus aimed at preserving beds, providing staff relief  PLATTSBURGH, NY (10/08/2021) — In response to an increase in patient volume, critical workforce shortages and significant number of COVID positive admissions, The University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) has placed a 3-week pause on elective surgical procedures that require inpatient […]

Since our 10/7 update, 31 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list of Clinton County COVID-19 testing providers can be found at www.clintonhealth.org/covid19. – CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848. – […]

Source: North Country’s only cranberry harvest is underway in St. Lawrence County | NCPR News

Source: Calls for reform of St. Lawrence Dept. of Social Services continue, legislature votes to hire outside evaluators | NCPR News

Closes for the season today. It’s a great museum. You still have time to hurry over to Keeseville! Source: Anderson Falls Heritage Museum finishes season | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Thousands of utility customers are dealing with power outage in Essex County, NY

Source: Hudson Headwaters awarded $1.5 million grant | Sun Community News QUEENSBURY | Hudson Headwaters Health Network has been awarded nearly $1.5 million in funding from the Department of Health and Human Services.

Source: Past Au Sable fire chief honored for decades of service | Sun Community News AU SABLE FORKS | Former Fire Chief and longtime volunteer Joe Fitzgerald was recently honored for his decades of service to the Au Sable Forks Fire Department and surrounding comm

“Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the federal aid Oct. 5 to help older adults meet basic needs, remain in their homes, slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus and get vaccinated.” Source: NY announces $149 million for older adult assistance efforts | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The North Country is expected to see a sizable […]

“Why Local Apples? Because New York State grows a lot of great apples! According to the USDA, approximately 42,360 acres of farmland in New York State are home to apple orchards. The current climate across New York State, from the Hudson Valley to the Canadian border, to Western NY, is great for growing apples. The […]