Archive for 'Statewide News'
Art Graves, a Local Inspiration
By John T Ryan Peru, April 8, 2026 – Though some people may not know him by name, almost everyone residing in or near the Peru hamlet is familiar with Art Graves. Graves has been running along Peru’s streets and roads for as long as most people can remember. A few years ago, a Jamaican […]
Posted: April 8th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Faces of Peru, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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Major Adirondack lake survey ready for first full field season
The most far-reaching study in 40 years aims to track impact of changing climate on Adirondack waters Click here for the Adirondack Almanac Story
Posted: April 8th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Environmental News, General News, Lake Champlain News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News, Statewide News.
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How the Adirondack Rail Trail is fueling a regional economy
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Posted: April 7th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Environmental News, General News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Recreation opportunities, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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COMMENTARY: Gravel pits, maintenance yards and an armory are part of the Forest Preserve
Protect the Adirondacks offers a response to an Adirondack Almanack piece about how to use certain parts of the Forest Preserve Click here for the Adirondack Almanac commentary
Posted: April 7th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Political News, State Government News, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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North Country animal shelters struggle to adapt to new state guidelines
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Posted: April 6th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Northern NY News, State Government News, State Legislator News, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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Gov. Hochul encourages students to complete Financial Aid Applications
New FAFSA Dashboard Provides an Interactive Snapshot of the FAFSA Completion Status and Financial Aid Navigator Helps Students Maximize New York State Financial Aid Albany, NY, April 6, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation declaring April 2026 as Financial Aid Awareness Month in New York State, reaffirming the state’s commitment to breaking […]
Posted: April 6th, 2026 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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North Words: Teddy Roosevelt was a troublemaker
“Then-Vice President Roosevelt was hiking up Mount Marcy in September of 1901 when word came that President McKinley had died of a gunshot.” Click here for the NCPR “North Woods” story
Posted: April 4th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, National History, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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Elizabeth “Betsy” Vicencio honored as Irish Person of the Year
April 3, 2026 – Editor’s Note – I missed the email with this Chamber of Commerce news release. I know Betsy. She is a very nice lady who truly deserves this recognition. Plattsburgh – (3/17/2026) | The North Country Chamber of Commerce continued a beloved community tradition this morning as it hosted its annual St. […]
Posted: April 3rd, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News, Statewide News.
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Tour Cornell’s ADK sugarhouse, where technology helps make maple syrup
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Posted: April 2nd, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Business News, Education News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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$50 million in new funding to prepare workers for careers in energy efficiency and renewal energy
New Programs Are Part of State’s $320 Million Commitment for Clean Energy Workforce Development and Training Albany, April 2, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the expansion of New York State’s clean energy workforce commitment with $50 million in new funding to prepare workers for careers in energy efficiency and renewable energy. The new […]
Posted: April 2nd, 2026 under Business News, Education News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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DiNapoli: Federal tariffs and other actions hurt tourism and NY exports
Tourism from and Exports to NY’s Largest Trading Partner, Canada, Severely Impacted New York had one of the steepest drops of any state in international tourism in 2025, with overseas travelers falling 3% — a loss of over 176,000 visitors — second only to California, according to an analysis released today by State Comptroller Thomas […]
Posted: April 2nd, 2026 under Business News, Congressional News, National History, National News, Northern NY News, Political News, State Government News, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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$10.5 million awarded through Federal Homeland Security Program
Clinton County Awarded $50,000 Grant Albany, April 1, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $10.5 million has been awarded through the federal FY 2023 and FY 2024 State Homeland Security Program to enhance the preparedness and response capabilities of 80 cities, towns, villages and counties statewide. Bomb squads, hazardous materials teams, explosive detection canine […]
Posted: April 2nd, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Border News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News, State Legislator News, Statewide News.
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Gov. Hochul declares April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month
State Landmarks to Be Illuminated in Teal on April 1 and April 29 Albany, April 1, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation declaring April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in New York, reaffirming the State’s commitment to supporting and empowering victims and survivors and preventing sexual violence in all its forms. State […]
Posted: April 2nd, 2026 under Community Events, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Social Issues, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Stec, Gray, welcome State Champion Potsdam girls hockey team to Albany
Team was recognized on both Senate and Assembly floors Albany, April 1, 2026 – Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) and Assemblyman Scott Gray (R-Watertown) today welcomed and honored the Potsdam Central High School Girls Hockey Team during their respective Legislative Sessions. The team captured the NYSPHSAA State Championship on February 21, with a 3-2 victory over […]
Posted: April 2nd, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Sports News, State Legislator News, Statewide News.
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Ithaca teachers demand AI protections in work contracts
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Posted: April 1st, 2026 under Education News, General News, National News, Social Issues, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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From a Troy dorm room to the moon: How RPI shaped Artemis II commander Reid Wiseman
A GREAT STORY!!!!!!! Click here for the Spectrum Local News Story
Posted: April 1st, 2026 under Education News, General News, National History, National News, Peru/Regional History, Statewide News.
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Child Care Voucher Applications Are Closed in 35 New York Counties and NYC
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Posted: April 1st, 2026 under Northern NY News, Political News, Social Issues, State Government News, State Legislator News, Statewide News.
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Applications to be accepted for Empire State Fellows Program
Application Period for Prestigious Program Closes June 1; Apply Online Albany, March 31, 2026 – Governor Hochul today announced that applications will be accepted starting April 1 for the Empire State Fellows Program, a full-time, two-year leadership training program that prepares the next generation of talented professionals for careers as New York State policymakers. New […]
Posted: April 1st, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Gov. Hochul, lawmakers miss NY budget deadline yet again
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Posted: April 1st, 2026 under Northern NY News, State Government News, State Legislator News, Statewide News.
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Environmental Conservation Police on Patrol
Albany, March 31, 2026 – Illegal Turkey Take – Jefferson County On February 27, ECO Seabury responded to a complaint from a resident who reported witnessing an individual shoot and kill several wild turkeys off a back porch in the Town of Orleans. Officer Seabury questioned the subject who admitted to firing four shots and killing […]
Posted: March 31st, 2026 under General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Hochul’s Embrace of Trump’s ‘No Tax on Tips’ Will Cost NYC Millions
The city could lose $239 million from the policy, which is supported by business groups while unions remain on the sidelines. Click here for the New York Focus story
Posted: March 30th, 2026 under Business News, National News, Northern NY News, Political News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Applications Open for Master Teacher Program
New Application Round for K-12 STEM Teachers and K-12 Counselors Now Open Albany, March 30, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced applications are open for the Master Teacher Program and Master Counselors, which recognizes more than 1,600 outstanding public school teachers and counselors throughout the state. Those selected for the program serve as mentors […]
Posted: March 30th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru School News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Governor Hochul designates March 29 as Vietnam Veterans Day in New York State
New York State is home to approximately 180,000 Vietnam Era Veterans and their families, and the names of 4,119 New Yorkers who died during the war are included on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Albany, March 29, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation designating March 29 as Vietnam Veterans Day […]
Posted: March 29th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, General News, National History, State Government News, Statewide News, Veterans' News.
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Former animal rescue owner arrested for probation violation in Clinton County
Clinton County Sheriff’s said they arrested 59-year-old Hilary Davis, of Peru, on Thursday morning Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: March 29th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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‘No Kings’ rally Plattsburgh draws more than 1,500 attendees from across the North Country
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Posted: March 29th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Border News, Community Events, National News, Northern NY News, Political News, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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