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Local native, once believed to be the oldest living Eagle Scout, to be laid to rest on Tuesday – All Are Invited

Francis Brown Turner of Flowery Branch, Georgia, will be laid to rest in Schuyler Falls Cemetery, Felton Road, New York, on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. He passed away on April 27, 2019, just short of 97 years old. He was born May 13, 1922 in Plattsburg, NY, and was interested in his […]

Plattsburgh Old Post Cemetery Announced as an Official Location for the 2019 National Wreaths Across America Day

Peru Gazette photos of 2018 Wreath Laying National nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) announced that New York State Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary has joined in the effort to support the mission to Remember, Honor, Teach. Judy Lefebvre, President, of the Peru Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary has accepted the role as Location Coordinator/Organizer […]

Sunday, Oct 20 – YUMMY!

A North Country woman “bears witness” on asylum seekers’ road to Canada | NCPR News

Source: A North Country woman “bears witness” on asylum seekers’ road to Canada | NCPR News

2019 State of the Adirondack Park – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: 2019 State of the Adirondack Park – – The Adirondack Almanack

The 30 best Catholic high schools in Upstate NY, ranked for the new school year – newyorkupstate.com

Seton Catholic ranked #10 in the Top 30. Source: The 30 best Catholic high schools in Upstate NY, ranked for the new school year – newyorkupstate.com

WATCH: Heroes Take Flight, an NBC5 News Special Presentation

A Great Job by TV5 Source: WATCH: Heroes Take Flight, an NBC5 News Special Presentation

WIRY To Be Sold | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: WIRY To Be Sold | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Jim Langley Is Not Seeking Reelection

By John T. Ryan Peru – Peru Town Councilman Jim Langley is not seeking reelection to his seat on the Peru Town Board. Langley said, “I”m a grandfather and I’m going to be a grandfather again. (Langley’s daughter Tiffany is expecting her second child). It’s been long enough. I’ve appreciated my time in politics and […]

‘Nowhere near the same’: Former city mayor critiques DRI 

Source: ‘Nowhere near the same’: Former city mayor critiques DRI | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Stefanik Announces EDA Grant for Former Clinton County Airport Site

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has announced grant funding for the former Clinton County airport site from the U.S. Economic Development Administration. The $1,500,000 in new funding is anticipated to create 150 new jobs and leverage $15 million in private investments. As a result of the funding, […]

UPDATE: As Trump-Ukraine hearing opens, Stefanik uses matter to raise funds for campaign | NCPR News

Source: UPDATE: As Trump-Ukraine hearing opens, Stefanik uses matter to raise funds for campaign | NCPR News

Kohl’s set to open first North Country store

Source: Kohl’s set to open first North Country store

U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces $6 Million in Funding for New Visitors’ Center at Eisenhower Lock

MASSENA, N.Y. – Today, U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao marked the 60th anniversary of the St. Lawrence Seaway, the U.S.-Canadian waterway, at a ceremony at the Eisenhower Lock in Massena, New York. Secretary Chao was joined by Transport Canada Director General of Marine Policy Marc-Yves Bertin, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, (R-NY), U.S. Seaway Deputy Administrator […]

Many People Arise Early Saturday Morning to Honor Vets

By John T. Ryan Plattsburgh – Sept. 21, 2019 – It takes many people to make each North Country Honor Flight Ceremony such a moving experience. If you’ve never attended, you’re missing something very special. You’ll leave more aware of what kind of commuity we’re blessd to live in. Here are Dave Brown’s photos of […]

Honor Flight #30 – A Great North Country Send-off

Plattsburgh – Ceremonies for North Country Honor Flight #30 were conducted on Saturday, September 21, 2019. It was a beautiful sunlite morning at Veterans Park on the U.S. Oval for Dave Brown to take great photos of the Vietnam Era Vets receiving their Orders of the Day and taking an Honor Walk accompanied by their […]

Honor Flight #30 Will Be In the Air Today

Keep these Honor Flight Vets in your thoughts today as they make Honor Flight #30 to Washington, D.C. The Peru Gazette hopes to publish David Brown photos of the Flight’s Departure this evening. David H Gordon John W Mashtare David P Pottichen Robert L Cross Glenn W Miller Ronald D Kautz William L Spellman Earl […]

Stefanik Opposes “Green Light Law”

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Stefanik has signed onto a letter to the Department of Justice (DOJ) led by Congressman Lee Zeldin (NY-1) along with each member of New York’s Republican Congressional Delegation. The letter is in opposition to New York’s controversial “Green Light Law,” enacted on June 17, […]

The Adirondack Mountain Gateway with local film maker and author James R. “Jim” Jones

The Clinton County Historical Association announces Keeseville, Au Sable Chasm & Lake Champlain Railroads, the Adirondack Mountain Gateway with local film maker and author James R. “Jim” Jones Wednesday, October 23, 6:30 p.m. At the Lake Forest Senior Community Center, 8 Lake Forest Drive, Plattsburgh, NY The colorful 5.6-mile Keeseville, Au Sable Chasm & Lake […]

Job Fair – Wednesday, Sept. 25th

Bombardier back in operation after reported bomb threat 

Source: Bombardier back in operation after reported bomb threat – Sun Community News & Printing

A Message from Barrie Finnegan, Director of the North Country Honor Flight

North Country Honor Flight #30 will be heading down to Washington DC this Saturday with 15 more North Country Veterans. We hope everyone will join us once again to pay tribute to our nations defenders. The send-off ceremony will begin promptly at 7 a.m. at the Veterans Park on the US Oval. The parade will […]

Inside a Plattsburgh vape shop, where flashy flavors may soon be banned | NCPR News

Source: Inside a Plattsburgh vape shop, where flashy flavors may soon be banned | NCPR News

Lake Champlain Basin Program Offers $500,000 in Grants for Local Projects

Grand Isle, VT – The Lake Champlain Basin Program seeks proposals for projects that improve water quality and ecosystems in the Lake Champlain watershed. The Program anticipates awarding more than 25 grants totaling more than $500,000 to local organizations, municipalities, and educational institutions. Grants will be awarded in two categories: Pollution Prevention & Habitat Conservation […]

Strand Center for the Arts Board of Directors Issues Statement

Plattsburgh – Sept 13, 2019 – We at the Strand Center for the Arts (SCA) are fully aware of the gravity of the current situation and sincerely appreciate the public’s patience in awaiting our response to recent events. Click here for background information as reported in the Press Republican.  An apology is owed to the […]