ECO Seabury with turkeys killed illegally in Jefferson County

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 three wild turkeys while they were feeding at a bird feeder in the dwelling’s backyard. The turkeys were hidden in the bed of the subject’s pickup truck.

ECO Seabury ticketed the subject for multiple counts of discharging a firearm within 500 feet of an occupied dwelling, the illegal take of wildlife, and taking game out of season. He then confiscated the birds as evidence. The defendant is due in court in April to answer the charges.

The upcoming season for wild turkeys is May 1 to May 31 with a bag limit of two bearded birds per hunter. It is not uncommon for wild turkeys to congregate in residential areas near bird feeders during winter months to store necessary fat reserves for survival.

A Special meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Friday, March 20, 2026 at the Peru

Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Craig Randall, Supervisor; Mr. Kregg Bruno, Councilman;

Mr. Eric Duquette, Councilman; Mr. Nick Weaver, Councilman and Mrs. Christine Crawford,

Town Clerk. Councilman Mel Irwin was excused. Also present were Mr. Matthew Favro, Town

Attorney and Ms. Pamela Barber, Confidential Secretary to the Board.

The meeting was called to order at 5:00 PM by Mr. Randall, with the Pledge of Allegiance.

RESOLUTION NUMBER:26.03-20-01

A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE HIRING OF SPECIAL OUTSIDE

COUNSEL OF BOND, SCHOENECK & KING FOR LAND USE MATTERS AND

AUTHORIZES THE SUPERVISOR TO SIGN THE ATTACHED ENGAGEMENT

LETTER.

MOTION: Mr. Weaver SECOND: Mr. Bruno

WHEREAS, the Town Board has found that in the best interests of the Town, we are in need of

outside counsel that specializes in land use matters.

WHEREAS, the Board has in front of them, the basic Terms of Representation from Bond,

Schoeneck & King, PLLC.

WHEREAS, according to those terms, the Town of Peru agrees to pay an upfront retainer fee of

$2,500.00 to cover initial costs and hourly fees will vary from $315.00 to $475.00 per hour with

specific rates reflecting the knowledge, experience and expertise of each individual assigned.

AND, BE IT

RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.

Roll Call: YES NO

Kregg Bruno x

Eric Duquette x

Mel Irwin Nick Weaver x

Craig Randall x

excused

Carried: 4 Ayes 0 Noes

Motion by Mr. Weaver; seconded by Mr. Bruno to adjourn the Special meeting at 5:03p.m.

Ayes 4, Noes 0

Motion Carried

The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday March 9th

, 2026 at the Peru

Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Craig Randall, Supervisor; Mr. Kregg Bruno, Councilman ;

Mr. Eric Duquette, Councilman; Mr. Nick Weaver, Councilman; Mr. Matthew Favro, Town

Attorney and Mrs. Christine Crawford, Town Clerk. Also present were Mr. Courtney Tetrault,

Water/Sewer Superintendent, Mr. Michael Farrell, Highway Superintendent, Mr. Duane Bibeau,

Codes Enforcement Officer.

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Mr. Randall, with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Motion by Mr. Bruno; seconded by Mr. Duquette to Accept Reports from all Departments:

Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning;

Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; JCEO and Banking Reports. Read more »

Officials plan to apply for grant funding to help further revitalize downtown

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Plattsburgh course set to open on April 11

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BOE looking to exceed tax cap by 12%, transition sixth-grade into the middle/high school

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Plattsburgh Walmart supports annual commemoration with $1,000 donation

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DEC grant program will release more than $46 million to support tree production and forest management

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The city could lose $239 million from the policy, which is supported by business groups while unions remain on the sidelines.

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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 for students and early-career teachers and counselors. New York State’s teachers may apply at suny.edu/masterteacher and the deadline to apply is May 21, 2026.

“I am grateful to our state’s exceptional teachers and counselors who dedicate their careers to inspiring and educating the next generation of New Yorkers,” said Governor Kathy Hochul. “By promoting these outstanding individuals through the Master Teachers and Master Counselors Program, I hope more New Yorkers will celebrate the teachers from every corner of our state who have stepped up and excelled in their roles as educators and mentors.”

The Master Teacher Program is hosted at nine State University of New York (SUNY) campuses to leverage the expertise of SUNY faculty and existing educator preparation programs. Additionally, SUNY faculty and staff regularly collaborate with local STEM career and industry experts. Read more »

Grants Provide Critical Support to Ecosystems Impacted by Aquatic and Terrestrial Invasive Species

U.S. Forest Service researcher speaks to efforts to combat hemlock woolly adelgid and what they could mean for the Adirondacks

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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 in New York State, and directed 15 landmarks across the state to be illuminated in green, yellow and red the evening of Sunday, March 29 in recognition of the day and to honor the service and sacrifice of the state’s Vietnam veterans and their families. The date marks the solemn anniversary of the withdrawal of the last 2,500 American troops from South Vietnam in 1973.

“Today, New York State landmarks will be lit in green, yellow and red — the colors of the Vietnam Service Medal — to recognize New York’s Vietnam Veterans and to honor those who died while serving their state and nation,” Governor Hochul said. “Many who served in Vietnam did not receive the appreciation and respect they had earned when they returned home. That is why today, and every day, we take the time to honor their courage and thank them for their service.”

These landmarks will be illuminated in honor of Vietnam Veterans Day:

• 1WTC
• Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
• Kosciuszko Bridge
• The H. Carl McCall SUNY Building
• State Education Building
• Alfred E. Smith State Office Building
• Empire State Plaza
• State Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo Center
• The “Franklin D. Roosevelt” Mid-Hudson Bridge
• Grand Central Terminal – Pershing Square Viaduct
• Albany International Airport Gateway
• MTA LIRR – East End Gateway at Penn Station
• Fairport Lift Bridge over the Erie Canal
• Moynihan Train Hall
• Roosevelt Island Lighthouse

New York State Department of Veterans’ Services Commissioner Viviana M. DeCohen said, “On Vietnam War Veterans Day, we pause to honor the courage, sacrifice and enduring strength of All Who Served during one of the most challenging chapters in our nation’s history. For far too many Vietnam Veterans, the recognition and respect they deserved did not come when they returned home – but today, New York stands united in gratitude and remembrance. I thank Governor Hochul for her continued leadership and steadfast commitment to ensuring that All Who Served are seen, honored and supported. As our landmarks shine in the colors of the Vietnam Service Medal, may they serve as a visible reminder that their service is never forgotten, and that in New York, we proudly say what should have always been said: Welcome home.”

Full Text of the Proclamation is Available Online

Michigans 

Baked Beans 

Salad 

Dessert 

Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., take-out only, at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972. 

All are invited and welcome!

Clinton County Sheriff’s said they arrested 59-year-old Hilary Davis, of Peru, on Thursday morning

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According to Clinton County DA Andrew Wiley, the two men were neighbors.

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Young couple with two young children work to make their 60-cow dairy farm succeed 

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Part of America250 display at CCHA museum

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