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Casella Open House was fun and informative

Morrisonville, NY—North Country residents see Casella Waste Systems’ trucks on highways daily. Last Saturday, July 27, Casella informed people what happens o the materials those trucks haul at an Open House held at the Morrisonville Landfill. Over 300 people enjoyed the attractions for kids, exhibits, free BBQ, and ice cream. General Manager Sean Lukas and […]

Meadowmount student concert this evening in Saranac

CCC Alumni Association Honors Anna Hewitt-Channell with “Off to a Great Start Award”

Plattsburgh, NY—The Clinton Community College Alumni Association is excited to share that Anna Hewitt-Channell will receive the “Off to a Great Start Award” at the Clinton Alumni Reunion on Saturday, Aug. 17. Anna Hewitt-Channell was born and raised in Plattsburgh and has always loved her community. She married her high school best friend, Brady Channell, […]

Heyworth Mason Park Sunrise – August 1, 2024

How have North Country voters changed over the last decade?

Region changes from reliably blue to purple to increasingly red Click here for the NCPR story 

Plattsburgh’s Alstrom delivers final San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit Cars

This week, Alstom, one of our top Quebec-New York companies, delivered the final cars as part of the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Fleet of the Future project. Designed and built in Alstom’s Plattsburgh, New York facility, the rail cars made their way to San Francisco to be assembled and unveiled this month. You can […]

NJ Transit Continues Modernizing Rail Fleet with the Purchase of 36 Additional Altrom Multilevel Cars

Manufactured in Plattsburgh, NY New Jersey Transit News Release – Last week, the NJ TRANSIT’s Board of Directors approved the purchase of 36 additional Multilevel III rail cars that offer increased seating capacity, mechanical reliability, and improved customer amenities. The purchase continues to advance NJ TRANSIT’s plan to phase out the oldest single-level rail cars […]

Free rabies clinic in Beekmantown on Thursday, August 8

Beekmantown, NY, August 1, 2024, the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is hosting a free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats, and ferrets. New York State law requires pets to have their first rabies vaccination by four months of age. Pets may be vaccinated as early as three months of age.  The event will be […]

ATTENTION SULLIVAN ROAD DRIVERS: AS OF JULY 31, 2024, THE SULLIVAN ROAD – FULLER ROAD INTERSECTION IS A 4-WAY STOP

Peru, August 1, 2024—Reacting to resident concerns, the Peru Highway Department, assisted by Clinton County, installed stop and “Stop Ahead” signs on Sullivan Road at the Fuller Road intersection yesterday. Clinton County personnel painted “STOP” warnings on the pavement this morning. After installing the signs yesterday, County personnel witnessed several Sullivan Road vehicles “blow through” […]

Welding Academy registration opens – NO experience required

The welding training program at Clinton Community College’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing is open to anyone looking to improve, develop, or learn welding skills. No experience is required! – Dates: Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm; September 30th – October 18th – Location: Clinton Community College’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing – Cost: FREE […]

North Country Chamber of Commerce Announces Digital Literacy Training Series for Business Owners and Professionals

Plattsburgh, NY – July 31, 2024 – The North Country Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the launch of the North Country Business Digital Literacy Training Series, a comprehensive program designed to equip business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals with the essential skills and strategies needed to thrive in today’s digital landscape. This eight-week training […]

Watercross in Plattsburgh this weekend

Plattsburgh, NY- Prepare to make a splash! East Coast Watercross is back and it’s bringing high-octane excitement to Plattsburgh City Beach on August 3-4! Gather your crew, pack your sunscreen, and head to Plattsburgh City Beach to witness the wildest rides and the fiercest competition on the water. Watch in awe as jet skiers soar […]

Flood Watch – National Weather Service Burlington VT 315 AM EDT Wed Jul 31 2024

Eastern Clinton-Eastern Essex-Grand Isle-Western Franklin-Orleans-Essex-Western Chittenden-Lamoille-Caledonia-Washington-Western Addison-Orange-Western Rutland-Eastern Franklin-Eastern Chittenden-Eastern Addison-Eastern Rutland-Western Windsor- Eastern Windsor- Including the cities of Richmond, Bethel, Shelburne, Middlebury, Fair Haven, Port Henry, Bristol, Montpelier, Champlain, Killington, Ludlow, Ripton, Rutland, St. Johnsbury, Alburgh, Johnson, Bradford, Richford, White River Junction, Burlington, Lunenburg, Underhill, Stowe, Randolph, Swanton, East Wallingford, St. Albans, South Hero, […]

Bimbo Bakeries USA to close 2 facilities in Upstate New York, 1 in Texas

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Peru thanks Supervisor McDonald for solid leadership

Town department heads appreciate McDonald’s 17.5 year tenure Click here for the Sun Community News story 

AGENDA – Zoning Board of Appeals WEDNESDAY, August 21, 2024@ 7:00 PM

TOWN OF PERU 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL of July 2024 minutes 5. OPEN FLOOR to public hearing 6. APPLICATIONS: 1. Z2024-093 Seeking approval of an extension of a nonconforming use of an Internally lit sign Vermont Industrial Parks LLC, 280.1-5-6, 2 Gorman Way 7. CEO […]

AGENDA – Planning Board, WEDNESDAY August 14, 2024 @ 6:00 PM

TOWN OF PERU 1.       CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2.       PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3.       ROLL CALL 4.       APPROVAL June 2024 minutes 5.       OPEN FLOOR to public hearing 6.       APPLICATIONS:   1.       P2024-0017  2-Lot Minor Subdivision Norrisville Real Estate LLC 254.-3-3.2 933 Norrisville Rd 2.       P2024-0018 – Site Plan Review-Sign  Hamilton Funeral Home Inc 268.-1-46.1, 294 Mannix […]

Run For Jon is Saturday, August 24

McDonald chairs his last meeting as Peru Town Supervisor

By John T Ryan July 29, 2024—Supervisor Brandy McDonald chaired his last Peru Town Meeting. The meeting was filled with heartfelt thanks and best wishes. McDonald served Peru for seventeen years, first as a councilman and then as Supervisor for the last 6 1/2 years. His resignation is effective August 11. He is moving to […]

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Michigans Salad Potato Chips Dessert Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., take-out only, at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972 All are invited and welcome!

Peru, NY July 28, 2024 – 7:35 PM, Allen Hill Rd., Mt. Etna/Huckleberry Mountain

Adirondack helicopter pilot retires after 30 years of saving lives in the mountains

Click here for the NCPR story 

Peru’s Alec Morrison wins Angler of the Year and Rookie of the Year Awards

The 2024 @tacklewarehouse Invitationals season ended with @phoenixbassboats pro @alec_morrison_fishing earning both the @polarisorv Rookie of the Year and @fishingclash_official Angler of the Year awards. Morrison’s transcendent season, however, didn’t just start at Stop 1 on Big Sam. It sprung out of untold hours of learning, improving and working on his skills and knowledge. Click […]

STEC LAUNCHES PETITION IN EFFORT TO PREVENT CLOSURE OF GREAT MEADOW

Petition can be found here: https://www.nysenate.gov/petitions/daniel-g-stec/dont-close-great-meadow                   Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) today launched a petition on his official Senate website as part of his effort to prevent the closure of Great Meadow Correctional Facility in Comstock. On July 18, the state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) announced that the facility will be […]

Mark your calendars

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Brive, Monday, August 19, 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru. All blood collected is utilized in our local trl-county region. Your neighbors appreciate and need your support. The blood drive is coordinated by St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273.