The Peru Gazette

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PLATTSBURGH, N.Y., March 29, 2026  — Mayor Hughes today issued the following statement regarding the recent decision by the New York Power Authority (NYPA) to increase hydropower rates supplied to municipal utilities: “The City of Plattsburgh has long benefited from some of the lowest electric rates in New York due to our access to clean […]

Albany, March 20, 2026 – New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Montgomery County District Attorney Christina Pearson, and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James announced the arrest of MaryBeth Shults, the former Executive Director of the Fulton-Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, for allegedly stealing $440,351 from the Chamber. “Instead of helping small […]

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AuSable Valley sees itself as a canary in the coal mine, which should be a warning to other Adirondack communities. Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

Prison officials have refused to release crucial records on how the agency handles allegations of sexual abuse. Click here for the New York Focus story 

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Multi-year expansion project now complete with enhanced assisted living and amenities Click here for the Sun Community News story 

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Events across the Adirondacks this week include concerts, snowshoeing, art exhibit openings and other activities Click here for the Almanac Almanac story 

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Residents raised privacy concerns and criticized how the program was introduced during village board meeting Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

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ANCA’s Jill Henck shares her experience purchasing and operating an electric vehicle (EV) in the Adirondacks  Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Customers invited to round up purchases during March to fund critical community services Schenectady, N.Y., March 2, 2025– Market 32 and Price Chopper are inviting customers to round up their purchase total to the nearest dollar at checkout to benefit local United Way chapters and the various nonprofit partners they help support across the chain’s […]

Westport, NY – The Mental Health Association (MHA) proudly celebrates 60 years of dedicated service to the community on March 3, 2026. For six decades, MHA has remained committed to promoting mental wellness, supporting recovery, and providing compassionate, person-centered services to individuals and families across the region. Founded in 1966, MHA has grown from a […]

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By John T Ryan  Peru, NY, February 23, 2026 – Remember the days when it seemed like almost every local family owned a snowmobile. Reduced snowfall has resulted in fewer people enjoying the activity; nevertheless, many families still do. In New York State, people register up to 130,000 sleds each year to travel over the […]

Community leaders, educators, faith organizations, etc. needed for July 19-26 week-long event Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Albany, February, 21, 2026, NYS News Release  – Governor Kathy Hochul today declared a State of Emergency in Albany, Bronx, Columbia, Greene, Delaware, Dutchess, Kings, Nassau, New York, Orange, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Schenectady, Schoharie, Suffolk, Sullivan, Ulster, Westchester and contiguous counties, and activated the New York National Guard as a blizzard is forecast to […]

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The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced a new online exam for people seeking to become licensed Nuisance Wildlife Control Operators (NWCOs). To provide enhanced access, DEC is offering these examinations online and free of charge. “As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the customer experience, DEC is proud to offer […]