The Peru Gazette

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  

Peru – St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273 will host its 28th annual golf tournament at the Adirondack Golf and Country Club on Friday, June 13th. The four-person scramble will feature a “New Car Hole in One” prize sponsored by Bill McBride Chevrolet and other great prizes. Shotgun start at 10 a.m. followed by […]

Click here see view a brief slideshow of the May 1, 2014 Sacrament of Confirmation hosted by St. Augustine’s Church. Most Rev. Terry A. LaValley, Bishop of the Diocese of Ogdensburg, conferred the Sacrament. The Peru Gazette was not able to capture a photo of all the conferees.

Click here for County By County Sales and Median Price Data Albany, NY – April 22, 2014 – The New York State median sales price grew by 5.1 percent in the 2014 first quarter compared to a year ago, continuing its upward trend, according to the housing market report released today by the New York […]

The United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. will have their 14th Annual Olympian Celebrity Golf Classic on Thursday, June 19, 2014. This year the tournament will be held at the Lake Placid Club Mountain Course in Lake Placid. This unique event randomly pairs an Olympic athlete or other Celebrity with a registered three person […]

The North Star Underground Railroad Museum opens for a 4th season on May 3rd. The museum exhibits portray compelling stories of freedom seekers (former slaves) who passed through Northeastern New York and the Champlain Valley, many of them going to Quebec and Ontario, Canada. Displays include a multimedia production of the story of John Thomas […]

Dangerous tank cars will be taken off the rails by Canadian government « The In Box.

Downtown store renovations planned » NEW TODAY… » Press-Republican.

Challenges mount in 21st Congressional District race » NEW TODAY… » Press-Republican.