The Peru Gazette

By John T Ryan New York State’s goal of achieving zero on-site greenhouse gas emissions means significant changes will take effect on December 31, 2025.  There are some exemptions, but they are very few.   The Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), signed into law on June 18, 2019, mandates the State achieve a […]

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Proposition allows the Olympic Regional Development Authority, or ORDA, to continue using protected land at the Mount Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports Complex. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

By John T Ryan November 5, 2025 , Peru, NY –  By now, many area residents are familiar with the Hamilton family solar farm (Hamilsun Solar) adjacent to Mannix Road. If they have keen eyesight, they probably have observed sheep roaming between the farm’s solar panels. Kristen Carpenter and Keagan Wood, who operate Cherry Hill […]

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Vote adds to local pushback against Adirondack Land Trust’s effort to change the name of Westport landmark Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

These totals DO NOT include Absentee and Affidavit Ballots Member of Assembly 115th Candidate Michael S. Cashman, Cross-Endorsed Candidate Democratic/Working Families, Percentage 51.54% – Votes 11,322 Candidate Brent M. Davison, Cross Endorsed Candidate Republican/Conservative, Percentage 48.42% – Votes 10,636 Candidate Write In, Percentage0.05%, Votes10 District Attorney Candidate Andrew Wylie, Democratic, Percentage 99.15%, Votes 15,844 Candidate […]

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November 4, 2025 – These totals are unofficial and DO NOT include 270 Early Voting Ballots, Affidavit Ballots, and Absentee Ballots.   Peru voters cast 1,704 in-person ballots today. Town Supervisor  Republican Craig Randall – 752 Write ins – 2 Superintendent of Highways Democrat Chip Blair – 482 Republican Michael Farrell – 562 Write ins […]

October 31, 2025, 2:26 p.m. – Alstom updated its news release. Wide range of positions available in assembly, welding and painting  Full-time, permanent positions with health insurance, 401(k), etc.    Job offers expected to be made at job fair Thurs., Nov. 6   31 October 2025 – Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, […]

Obituary: Hamilton Funeral Home James Kirby  James Peter “Jim” Kirby, 68, of the Military Turnpike, Plattsburgh, died Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at his home, under the loving care of his family. He was born in Plattsburgh, November 21, 1956, the son of Clark Alan “Red” and Helen Jane (Grzeszczuk) Kirby. At Jim’s request there will […]

By John T Ryan Peru, NY, October 29, 2025 – These men were working in Forrence’s Orchard along Old Town Road today. They were on their lunch break but ready to talk. Needless to say, they’re very concerned about their families and property back home in Jamaica. One man from southwest Jamaica, where Hurricane Melissa […]

Peru, NY – The Peru Town Board conducted its routine town business agenda Monday on Monday, October 27; however, in addition to routine actions, several essential items came to the public’s attention.  Supervisor Craig Randall related a letter he received from the Joint Council of Economic Opportunity (JCEO) stating that Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) and […]

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New York voters will be asked to authorize an already-built Olympic sports complex in Lake Placid Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

“…the Living Donor Support Program, which will reimburse organ donors up to $14,000 for their medical expenses and recovery-related costs, such as lost wages and childcare. Both the donor and recipient must be New Yorkers.” Click here for the NY Focus Story 

Legislation S.8047/A.3628 Prepares For Implementation of Potential Constitutional Amendment To Sustainably Develop the Mount Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports Complex While Adding At Least 2,500 Acres to the Adirondack Forest Preserve Albany- October 27, 2025 News Release – Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation (S.8047/A.3628) implementing the potential constitutional amendment authorizing continued use and improvement of […]

Albany, October 27, 2025 “New York has long benefited from outstanding institutions of higher education that serve as anchors for our communities, employing tens of thousands of people, conducting world-class research and development, attracting new residents, training the workforce and bringing vibrancy to neighborhoods,” DiNapoli said. “Federal action on student aid, international student enrollment, and […]

A 2015 promise to conserve farmland, make cheese and educate students completely unraveled at the Norwich Farm. Click here for the VTDigger story 

As the Erie Canal Begins its Third Century of Operation, Focus is on Maintaining a Safe, Resilient, Navigable Waterway that Supports Economic Development, Accessible Recreation, Arts and Culture, and Sustainability NYS News Release, October 26, 2025 – Governor Kathy Hochul today marked the 200th anniversary of the opening of the original Erie Canal in New […]

The rise and fall of Graphite, NY—the company town that powered Dixon Ticonderoga’s pencil empire Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

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The law required a state agency to issue major regulations more than a year and a half ago, and it had no excuse not to, the court found. Click here for the New York Focus story 

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