The Peru Gazette

When is early voting? How do I register? We answer your election questions ahead of November 3. Click here for the New York Focus story 

October 15, 2026 – As of May 2026, more than 1.9 million New York students participated in the school lunch program, the third most in the nation, according to a report by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. However, recent federal changes enacted under H.R. 1 (Public Law 119-21) in 2025 restricting eligibility to the Supplemental […]

Total of 8.2 Million New Yorkers Receiving Checks Up to $200 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that 3 million New Yorkers have already received their energy rebate checks of up to $200, with another 5.2 million checks being sent in coming weeks. Governor Hochul’s Enacted Budget included a one-time $1 billion Protecting Our Wallets Energy […]

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The Village of Champlain, New York, the Village of Hemmingford and the Township of Hemmingford adopt a joint spirit of friendship and cooperation across the Canada–U.S. border.  HEMMINGFORD, QUÉBEC — On Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., representatives and residents of three neighbouring municipalities will gather at the Hemmingford Recreation Centre for the planting […]

The GOP candidate for governor has made slashing energy costs a centerpiece of his campaign. But he’s presented no plan for how to do it. Click here for the New York Focus story 

Kathy Hochul and Bruce Blakeman are locked in an expensive — and surprisingly competitive — race. Click here for the New York Focus story 

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Join us one week for our Meet & Greet! Mingle with neighbors, hear from candidates, and enjoy some tasty snacks on Tuesday, Oct 13th at the Peru VFW (710 NY22). We’ll be there from 5:30 – 7:30. Bring neighbors and friends! Share our poster with anyone you’d like to invite! > > Extra info: > […]

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The GOP candidate for governor submitted requests that could have granted him over $860,000 in public money he isn’t eligible for. Click here for the New York Focus story 

Expansion Allows New Yorkers Age 25 to 55 to Enroll in High-Demand Associate Degree Programs Tuition-Free at SUNY or CUNY, Even if They Already Have a Degree in a Different Field September 5, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a new expansion of her free community college initiative for New Yorkers between ages 25 […]

Chuck Kostyk, a Cadyville firefighter and Director of the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs By John T. Ryan October 1, 2026 – Members of the Clinton County Fire/EMS Community gathered at the Beekmantown Fire Station Thursday to urge Governor Hochul to sign bipartisan legislation passed by both the NYS Assembly and Senate this […]

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Protect the Adirondacks sent out a non-partisan questionnaire to federal and state candidates to gauge where they stand on issues Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

September 22, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $67.5 million in grants through New York Places for Learning, Activity, and Youth Socialization (NY PLAYS) for 89 projects to build, expand and renovate public playgrounds across New York State.  The Town of Plattsburgh was awarded $1.28 million for a new playground at the Battlefield Memorial […]

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September 11, 2026 – Senator Dan Stec issued this statement: “Given the governor’s commitment to shutting down correctional facilities across New York State, news that OGS is organizing a study for the construction of a new 3,000-bed correctional facility is a shock. “In recent years and in defiance of all logic, New York State has […]

News Release of September 13, 2026 – “Twenty-five years later, we continue to stand together as neighbors to remember and honor those lost during the September 11 attacks. We remember the incredibly brave firefighters and first responders who assisted with immediate search and rescue, as well as those from throughout the nation who answered the […]

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