The Peru Gazette

What Elise Stefanik’s Harvard writings tell us about her politics | News from North Country Public Radio.

NY21: Is Elise Stefanik a fresh new voice or a carpetbagger? | News from North Country Public Radio.

Peru – Fun for the whole family! Museum Days at Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum, 250 River Road on June 7-8, 2014 from 10:00AM to 4:00PM. Exhibits, live demonstrations, hands-on fun for the kids – grind corn, collect “eggs”, milk a cow, take a stagecoach ride, pet the animals. The Peru SPCA will be […]

Former Plattsburgh man fatally shot in California » Local News » Press-Republican    Editor’s Note: Pat Gregory was married to Peru native Dorothy Lacombe.  Pat and Dorothy were in Peru last year to attend Dorothy’s 50th Peru Central School Class Reunion. They were vacationing in California. Here is a link to the story in Pat’s hometown […]

School budget, board voting today » Local News » Press-Republican.

By John T. Ryan Most local residents know the Harkness to Clintonville Road as a short cut to AuSable Forks and the Adirondack Region. Many people think of it as a lonely highway known for the blueberries on the Clintonville Plains. But for past the few summers, passersby have noticed a thing of beauty about […]

From the Office of Congressman Bill Owens WASHINGTON—In recognition of National Small Business Week this week, Congressman Owens is highlighting the economic importance of small businesses and entrepreneurs. This year marks the 51st annual National Small Business Week honoring the vital role of small businesses and the passion of U.S. entrepreneurs. “Small businesses are critical […]

On May 24th and 25th The North Star Underground Railroad Museum will mini-bus Tour of underground railroad sites in Keeseville and Peru. Spend the morning hearing the stories and learning about the men and women who traveled on the underground railroad and those who provided safe passage to fugitives from slavery. There are several stops […]

Please watch as a slideshow on a PC and turn up the music! The music combined with the photos is an emotional experience for me. Zenfolio | Photos | North Country Honor Flight – May 17, 2014.

From the Office of NYS Comptroller Tom DiNapoli The former bookkeeper in the town of Altona in Clinton County altered cash receipts in order to embezzle $23,500 in public funds, according to an audit and investigation released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “This individual controlled town finances with little oversight and had no difficulty […]

By John T. Ryan A Peru resident and the mother of a Peru resident are among the fifteen veterans participating in the North Country Honor Flight today. Joe Kelley and Ed Eisele’s mother Peggy Eisele both served in the U.S. Navy. Joe Kelley (1943-46) served in the Philippine Theater as an Executive Officer on a […]

Watertown Daily Times | Clarkson soccer coach Hillary arrested in Garrett Phillips murder (VIDEO).

Bruno acquitted of political corruption charges – Times Union.

Paul Smiths College eliminates 23 jobs » Local News » Press-Republican.

Empire State Development’s (ESD) Board of Directors today approved more than $4.4 million to support six economic development projects in the Western New York, Finger Lakes, Southern Tier, Mohawk Valley, North Country and New York City regions. The funding will leverage more than $5.6 million in private and additional public investments to support businesses, improve […]

Washington County kids face serious mental health, substance abuse problems « The In Box.

The Strand Theatre and North Country Cultural Center for the Arts are pleased to announce Jessica Dulle as their new Executive Director. Dulle’s experience will lead both the Strand Theatre and the North Country Cultural Center of the Arts as they officially merge under the name The Strand Center for the Arts. Dulle holds a […]

ONEONTA, NY  Charles Remillard, from Peru, NY, was selected to the SUNYAC All-Conference Team for his outstanding performance at the conference championship meet this spring for SUNY Oneonta. Remillard earned first team All-Conference honors. Remillard captured his first outdoor conference title when he won the 3000m steeplechase with a time of 9:31.04, which was a […]

LCC: Rail Transport of Oil Poses Lake Risk.

Halfmoon deputy attorney leaves amid ongoing review of land sales – Times Union.

Earthquake-damaged hospitals condemned » Local News » Press-Republican.

This one-stop-shopping event will bring resources to local communities; help directly connect certified firms to contractors and NYS agencies to increase MWBE opportunities for business growth and job creation. What: Workshops and panel discussions to deliver important information about New York State MWBE certification and business development resources, as well as basic government procurement training […]

The 26th Annual Business Expo will be held on June 5th at the SUNY Field House. This is an opportunity to showcase your products and services to hundreds and hundreds of people in one easy day. The Expo features booths representing hotels, attractions, technology, banks, insurance, office equipment, non-profit organizations and more. Booth space is […]

Peru – Nineteen St. Augustine’s Church youths received the Sacrament of Holy Communion at the May 4, 2014, 9:30 AM mass. Congratulations to all the young people, their families and all those who worked to prepare them for this Sacrament. Gallery of individual photos: http://Ryanjohn.zenfolio.com/p561213565 Slideshow with music: http://Ryanjohn.zenfolio.com/p561213565/slideshow