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Watertown, New York, Tops a Scale of Political Tolerance – The Atlantic

Source: Watertown, New York, Tops a Scale of Political Tolerance – The Atlantic

Runnings Supply coming to Plattsburgh 

Source: Runnings Supply coming to Plattsburgh | News | pressrepublican.com

Clinton County Dems choose slate 

Source: Clinton County Dems choose slate | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Peru Town Board Meeting Report

By John T. Ryan Zoning Map Change Approved; New IT Specialist Hired; Snowplow Insurance Allowance Learned; Six to eight applicants to be Interviewed for Water/Sewer Department Position; Washington Street Road Acceptance Still on Hold; NYS Silent on Main Street Upgrade Project Requests Peru – The Peru Town Board meeting of Monday, February 25, 2019 was […]

Cuomo signs anti-gun violence “red flag bill” | NCPR News

Source: Cuomo signs anti-gun violence “red flag bill” | NCPR News

Historical Association Announces 2019 Officers & Trustees

The Clinton County Historical Association is pleased to announce the officers and members of the CCHA Board of Trustees for 2019.  Officers are: Geri Favreau, President; Jerry Gagnier, Vice-President; William D. Laundry, Treasurer; and Jan Couture, Secretary. Trustees are: Sue Coffey; John Crotty; Luke Cyphers; Heidi Dennis; Kevin Farrington; and Mary Nicknish.  The Association is […]

Empire State Mines in Fowler to lay off 108 full-time and temporary workers

Source: Watertown Daily Times | Empire State Mines in Fowler to lay off 108 full-time and temporary workers

New Peru Stewart’s Store on Zoning Board’s Agenda

Stewart’s Shops Corp. Area Variance – of 856 sq. ft. for a convenience store exceeding the 3,000 sq. ft. allowance in the Hamlet Zoning District AGENDA – ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS WEDNESDAY, March 20, 2019 @ 7:00 PM TOWN OF PERU CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL of December 19, 2018 […]

The Clinton County Historical Association Announces “Connections with History: U.S. Presidents in Clinton County”

Thursday, March 7, 6:30 pm Old Base Museum Campus 98 Ohio Avenue, Plattsburgh Back by popular demand is “Connections with History” at Clinton County Historical Association, 98 Ohio Avenue, Old Base Museum Campus, Plattsburgh, on March 7, at 6:30 pm. This illustrated talk covers our U.S. Presidents and other important historical figures who have visited […]

North Country reps rail against proposal to shutter state prisons 

Source: North Country reps rail against proposal to shutter state prisons – Sun Community News & Printing

A reality check on Northern slavery 

Tonight at teh Fellowship Center Source: A reality check on Northern slavery | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Basketball runs in the Mazella family

Source: Basketball runs in the family

State Senator Betty Little Comments on Governor Cuomo’s Proposed Prison Closures

“There’s scant detail in the 30-day executive budget amendments but plenty to be concerned about with an indication of the closure of up to three correctional facilities,” said Senator Betty Little. “Maintaining safety in these facilities for the men and women who work there and for the inmates is critical. As I understand, we still […]

Assemblyman Jones: Prison closure proposal threatens North Country communities

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones “The governor’s proposal to close three prisons in New York is cause for major concern. While no prisons have been specifically named, communities statewide will have to wait with bated breath to find out if a critical part of their economy will be shuttered. “As a former correction […]

United Way Reaches 95% of Campaign Goal

United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. has met 95% of the 2019 campaign goal of $725,000. The annual campaign is conducted primarily during the fall months and concludes in February of each year. This year’s campaign raised a total of $688,750.00 which includes proceeds from special events and also includes projections of pending results […]

One dead after fire at Plattsburgh senior complex

Source: One dead after fire at Plattsburgh senior complex

Champagne tapped as TDC leader

Source: Champagne tapped as TDC leader | Local News | pressrepublican.com

3 injured in senior high-rise fire

Source: 3 injured in senior high-rise fire | News | pressrepublican.com

Clinton County Historical Association Upcoming Events

Fresh start: After devastating fire, local grocery reopens in the Adirondacks | NCPR News

Source: Fresh start: After devastating fire, local grocery reopens in the Adirondacks | NCPR News

Commission on the Adirondacks in the 21st Century: A Status Report 

Source: Commission on the Adirondacks in the 21st Century: A Status Report – – The Adirondack Almanack

Ovalle joins Sun Community News & Printing 

Source: Ovalle joins Sun Community News & Printing – Sun Community News & Printing

Peru wins sectional wrestling title 

Source: Peru wins sectional wrestling title – Sun Community News & Printing

Due to icy conditions and space limitations at CCHA we have arranged an alternate location for this important presentation.

The Clinton County Historical Association Announces ”Northern Slavery — Part of the American Story” Thursday, February 21, 6:30 pm At the Peru Community Church Fellowship Center, 13 Elm Street, Peru Slavery is not just a southern story.  In fact, New York was the epicenter of slavery in the early colonial world.  From Boston to Plattsburgh, […]

CVPH, Hudson Headwaters open new health center 

Source: CVPH, Hudson Headwaters open new health center – Sun Community News & Printing