The Peru Gazette

By John T. Ryan Former Clinton County Legislator James Langley is reentering the political arena as a Republican candidate for the Peru Town Council in this November’s election. Langley, who chaired the county legislature for several years, commented, “I may be termed out as a county legislator, but I still have a lot to offer […]

A week distinguished by DNA discoveries and well-organized sweeps was the final stage of a 23-day slog that was hampered, at times, by missed signals. Source: Squabbling, Hesitation and Luck Had Roles in Manhunt for New York Prison Escapees – The New York Times

Source: Following the Adirondack Coast Wine Trail | Food + Drink Features | Seven Days | Vermont’s Independent Voice

Captured escapee now at Albany Medical Center. Source: Sweat still in critical condition – Press-Republican: Local News

Monday, law enforcement worked to create a perimeter around Mountain View area where fugitives were thought to be hiding. Source: Timeline shows manhunt progress – Press-Republican: Prison Escape

Calling all those over 50. Looking for something fun and fit to do this summer?  Think about participating on the Trailblazer Challenge.  Walk the seven accessible trails in Clinton County by October 13, 2015 and get a Trailblazer T-shirt and, if among the first 50, a pedometer and walking journal.  But the real prize is […]

The Clinton County Highway Department will conduct a Public Information Meeting tonight (June 15th) to discuss the proposed replacement of the Arthur Jarvis Road Bridge over the Little AuSable River in the Town of Peru. The meeting will be held from 5:00 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. at the Peru Town Hall, located at 3036 Main […]

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik   Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) voted in support of H.R. 1314, the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015. This legislation reauthorizes Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) and establishes a process for negotiating and considering trade agreements that is needed in order for […]

Homesteading and Woodworking Weekend at the Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum – June 27- 28, 2015 – Hours 10am – 4pm. Woodcarving demonstrations by Champlain Valley Woodcarvers.  Other demonstrations include the shingle mill, antique chain saw, composting, container gardening, grub control, goat soap making (special demonstration on Sun. at 1pm), and basic chainsaw safety/protective […]

By John T. Ryan Marge Swain retired on May 19th; nevertheless, a familiar person will still be greeting customers when they enter Swain’s Wine and Liquor in Peru’s Tops Plaza. Longtime employee Bonny Trost is the store’s new owner and operator. A first-time business owner, Trost is enthusiastic about the opportunity. She explained, “I don’t […]

The North Country Regional Economic Development Council (NCREDC) will hold a Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) workshop for potential applicants to learn more about Round V of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s initiative to stimulate job creation and economic growth through the Regional Economic Development Councils.  What:         Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) Workshop Who:         […]

By John T. Ryan Marge Swain has a broad smile in the accompanying photo and for a good reason. On May 19th, she retired as owner and operator of Swain’s Liquor and Wine Store. She explained, “I decided to sell the store. I’ve been here for almost 42 years. It was time!” Nevertheless, there is […]

The Peru Gazette took advantage of the June 7th Museum Day to visit the Lyon Mountain Mining and Railroad Museum. The museum is interesting, especially to someone who is familiar with people who have lived or worked in Lyon Mountain. The people staffing the museum were very welcoming. Click here to view our photos 

Source: Female worker probed as possible accomplice in prison break | New York Post

Peru Student Angler Open Meeting: For anyone age 11 years to 17 years who is interested in fishing competitively on a team. Must still be in high school in order to join. Meeting is at the Peru Town Hall on Thursday, June 11th from 7 pm to 8 pm. There is a fee of $30.00 […]

New York National Guard troops will be giving free disaster preparedness classes at Northeastern Clinton Central High School at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 11. The event is part of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s continuing Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Program, which gives citizens the knowledge and tools to prepare for emergencies and disasters, respond accordingly, and […]

Source: History of Clinton CF – NYS’ largest & 3d oldest prison

The New York State Police said the inmates had escaped from the Clinton Correctional Facility in Dannemora, a maximum-security prison about 170 miles north of Albany near the Canadian border. Source: With Power Tools and a Ruse, 2 Killers Escape New York Prison – NYTimes.com

Here’s a bottom-to-top slideshow of the 22 school districts in the Plattsburgh Area. Source: Here is a quick rundown of the 2015 Plattsburgh Area school district rankings – Buffalo – Buffalo Business First

PLATTSBURGH  (May 10, 2015)  –Adirondack Regional Theatre (ART) and The Strand Center for the Arts are thrilled to  present Tony  Award winning  composer Jason  Robert  Brown’s powerful  and  intimate musical, The  Last  Five  Years as part of The Strand Presents Series. The  Last  Five  Years won two Drama Desk Awards in 2002 for Outstanding Music and Outstanding Lyrics […]

Plattsburgh, NY— The Strand Center for the Arts is proud to announce the Mayor’s Cup 2015 Artist Market, where local artists and crafters may display and sell their fine-art work. Registration for vendors is now open for this event, which will take place Saturday, July 11, 2015 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm during Mayor’s […]

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Glens Falls, N.Y. – On Wednesday, May 20th, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik’s (R-NY-21) office will co-host a jobs fair from 2pm-6pm with the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) for Lake Placid. We encourage all those looking for part-time, seasonal or full time participants to join us on Wednesday, […]

By John T Ryan Peru – On Thursday, May 14th, 350 to 400 students from five area school districts participated in a “Career Connect Showcase” at Peru High School. Over the past school year Beekmantown, Saranac, Chazy, Northern Adirondack and Peru students have researched 16 Career Clusters (groups of careers such as engineering or finance that […]

By John T. Ryan Fourteen World War II and Korean War Veterans and their escorts are members of today’s North Country Honor Flight to Washington D.C. Peru residents Gary Edwards and John Stafford are serving as escorts while Denis Mousseau is a Flight Leader. The Peru Gazette was honored to be present for this morning’s ceremonies […]