The Peru Gazette

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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 […]

Giving Shift event set for Sunday, Oct. 18 Plattsburgh, NY –  Trading their scrubs and uniforms for fun costumes, University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital employees welcome all ghouls, goblins, princesses and superheroes to the Giving Shift’s Halloween event Sunday, Oct. 18 from 10 am to noon on the hospital’s main […]

(PLATTSBURGH, NY – On Saturday October 24th, the City of Plattsburgh will be full of spooks, treats and maybe even a few tricks! The seventh annual Downtown Trick or Treat event will be held on Saturday October 24th from 12:00-2:00PM. The City of Plattsburgh in partnership with Community Bank N.A. is hosting the seventh annual Downtown Trick or Treat […]

Fourth Year of Application Fee Waivers Helps Students Apply to SUNY, CUNY and Participating Private Colleges and Universities at No Cost October 13, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than 130 colleges and universities across New York State are waiving application fees for high school seniors as part of the 2026 College Application […]

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By John T. Ryan Plattsburgh, October 3, 2026 – Last Saturday morning, after attending the Honor Flight ceremony, I was traveling home when I noticed a group of adults and kids outside a building on Sharron Avenue that I still think of as Plattsburgh Bowling Lanes, not as an ice rink. I felt compelled to […]

Get ready for a Halloween celebration with a little music, a little mischief, and plenty of treats! This year, Peru Community Church invites children, families, friends, and neighbors to join us for “Pipe Screams,” a fun and family-friendly Halloween afternoon on Sunday, October 25, from 3:30–5:00 p.m. And yes—there will be screams coming from the […]

Peru, August 25, 2026 – Three cheers to Addison Caron for picking up trash that appeared to have fallen off someone’s vehicle at the corner of Barney Downs Road and Old Town Road. Addison saw the trash while riding by with her mom. She returned of her own initiative to pick it up. Addison is […]

The 36th annual Run For Jon will be held Saturday, August 29th, 5 PM at Forrence Orchards on Mannix Road in Peru. It attracts hundreds of walkers, kids fun runners and runners every year, in addition to their friends and family who attend as spectators. There are numerous door prizes for participants, donated by our […]

When: September 10th, 2026 at 6:00pm Where: Durkee Street @ the Riverside Pavilion {Old Farmers market} The Plattsburgh Police Department is excited to invite you to our 2nd Community Bike & E-Mobility Safety Forum, happening in just one month! Whether you ride a traditional bicycle, an E-bike, a scooter,or any other mobility device, this interactive […]

Following the announcement of new YMCA Early Childhood Development Center Executive Director Jacqueline Kemp, Ph.D., the Center will host a meet and greet and open house for the community. Families interested in meeting Dr. Kemp, visiting the center, and learning more about childcare opportunities this fall are invited to attend. WHAT: Open House and Meet […]

Open Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 4pm Admission includes: old time games with prizes for all!! popcorn and cotton candy, art and painting activities, • corn maze ride Thomas the Train, the Stagecoach and the antique Fire Truck. Vvisit the animals and our exciting new playground bring a picnic lunch and enjoy our picnic area. Saturday Only […]

On Saturday, July 25th, the Townwide Field Day will start at 11 am, with fun for the entire family at this same Salmon River Road Park.  There will be trackless train rides, bouncy houses, rock wall climbing, mechanical bull, music, vendors, kids’ activities, and food from 11am to 9pm.  Kickin’ Up Dust Country plays from […]

July 4, 2026 Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Department of the Treasury today announced the official launch of the full Trump Accounts app, giving American families a new way to view, manage, and grow their children’s stake in the nation’s economic future. On the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, the U.S. […]

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Albany, June 1, 2026 – Statewide Survey of Nearly 600 Teachers and School Administrators. Approximately 80% Reported Positive Outcomes Including Better Student Engagement and Improved Social Connections Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the results of a survey to collect feedback from nearly 600 educators statewide at the conclusion of New York’s first phone-free school year […]

Albany, May 20, 2026 – Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) today welcomed Northeastern Clinton High School junior Megan Williams and Beekmantown Central School junior Calum Anderson to Albany as part of the League of Women Voters’ 2026 Students Inside Albany Conference. The pair are two of just 60 students statewide selected for the conference, spent the […]

May 19, 2026, Peru, NY — This afternoon at Peru High School, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Memorial Post 309 and its Auxiliary recognized two talented student artists from Peru High School for their outstanding achievements in the VFW Auxiliary National’s Annual 3-D Patriotic Art contest. Magdalena Manley and Adalyn Gertsch were both honored for […]