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Theresa Schofield Guynup, Cassie Rock McGee and Dick Connors share Peru History memories

Another in the Peru Town Historian Helen Nerska’s Peru History Chats recorded by the Peru Gazette. Go to the Town of Peru website to find a link to all the Chats.  

Former Captain of Moriah Ambulance Squad arrested for allegedly stealing over $14K

State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Acting Essex County District Attorney Michael P. Langey, and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James announced the arrest of the former Captain of the Town of Moriah Ambulance Squad, Michael Moran, for allegedly stealing over $14,000 from the Town. “Moran allegedly diverted resources meant to protect his community […]

AGENDA – Peru Town Board Regular Meeting of Sept. 22, 2025 at 6 PM

Call Meeting to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call MOTION: Approval of Minutes for the Regular Meeting of September 8, 2025 and Emergency Meeting of September 12, 2025.  Community Input.  RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Approval to Sign Contract With Luck Bros. for Fuller Rd. Culvert.   RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION:   Resolution to Use Storm Drain Reserve to Pay H33 Culvert […]

Thom Hallock retires from full-time role at Mountain Lake PBS

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Why Your Energy Bills Are Going Up — Again

Electric bills in New York haven’t been this high for a decade, and they’re about to rise even more. Here’s why. Click here for the New York Focus Story 

How trapping mosquitoes in St. Lawrence County is preparing the North Country for climate change

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“Cookies and Crafts” next weekend at the Babbie Museum

Here’s how declining school enrollment in the ADKs is impacting students and teachers

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GOP formally selects Davison as candidate for special Assembly election

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Become a DEC Forest Ranger

DEC Forest Ranger Regional Week in Review

Town of Moreau Saratoga County Prescribed Burn: On Sept. 10, Forest Ranger Clute, additional DEC staff, and Albany Pine Bush staff conducted a prescribed burn on 18 acres of Big Bend Preserve in Moreau Lake State Park. Prescribed fire is an important land management tool used to improve habitat for lands and wildlife. These burns are regulated by law […]

Fall Granny’s Attic Oct. 4 & 5

Former Fulton County snowmobile club president pleads guilty to stealing $17K from the club

State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Fulton County District Attorney Mike Poulin and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James announced that the former president of the Snowdrifters of Stratford, Chad Daley, 52, pleaded guilty to stealing $17,000 from the nonprofit. As part of his plea agreement, Daley paid full restitution to the club. “Chad […]

Applefest coming! Saturday, Sept. 20!

Town of Moriah issues local state of emergency, bans non-essential water usage due to drought

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Stewart’s milk and ice cream win 17 awards at 2025 World Dairy Expo

Stewart’s News Release, September 16, 2025 —Stewart’s Shops Eggnog and Strawberry Milk won 1st place in the 2025 World Dairy Expo in Wisconsin. All counted, Stewart’s won 17 awards at North America’s best dairy products competition, including 1st place for Rainbow Sherbet, Pistachio Gelato and Lactose-Free Milk. This year’s competition marked the second time in […]

NY school employee placed on leave for social media posts about assassination of Charlie Kirk

The Beekmantown Central School District announced its decision to place a staff member on leave following complaints from families about social posts reacting to the Utah shooting. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

The Mum Conundrum

“…mums offer our Adirondack ecosystems and the insects that depend on late-season blooms about as much sustenance as a garden statue. “ Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

Manhunt underway in the Adirondacks for murder suspect from Cohoes

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Vermont regulator sets hospital budgets for coming year, targeting largest cuts at UVM Medical Center

UVM Health Network, the parent company of the state’s largest hospital, is “physically and spiritually distant” from its mission and from Vermonters’ needs, said the chair of the Green Mountain Care Board. Click here for the VTDigger story 

Town Board looks to hire security after an incident in Peru Town Court

By John T Ryan (I do not have a video of this meeting because of a camera failure.)  At the Peru Town Board meeting on September 8, Clinton County District Attorney Andrew Wylie addressed an incident that occurred on September 2 in the Peru Town Court. A defendant with a history of mental health issues […]

Comedy Night to support local autism community

Event at a glance What: Comedy Night benefiting Autism Alliance of Northeastern NY Headliner: Ray Harrington (with a Vermont Comedy Club-curated lineup) When: Thursday, Sept 18, 7:00 PM Where: Strand Center for the Arts, Plattsburgh, NY Why: Funds raised support resources, connection, and advocacy for our local autism community

Nov. 4 Special Election to fill Billy Jones’ Assembly Seat

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that a special election to fill the vacancy in the 115th Assembly District created by the resignation of Billy Jones will be held on Tuesday, November 4, to coincide with the general election. Governor Hochul issued the proclamation on September 15pursuant to the Public Officers Law. “To ensure residents of […]

Ticonderoga celebrates 70 years on land In its life at Shelburne Museum

The Ticonderoga will be repaired and replaced in parts. It will be preserved in spirit even as many of the original materials waste away. Click here for the VTDigger story 

A mine in St. Lawrence County is set to be the sole producer of graphite in the U.S.

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