The Peru Gazette

Peru – “For the past week, Diane Parmeter Wills has been picking caterpillars by the hundreds off her two apple trees at her home in Peru (Clinton County), in the northeastern part of the park. Wills estimates she pulled 2,000 the first day, (easily sliding bunches of them into a pail), 1,000 the second, 600 […]

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Source: Local embarks on silver-screen journey | Sun Community News CHAMPLAIN | Ryan Babbie is a 23-year-old with a plan. On June 26 he will be releasing the first film from his production company, Babbie Productions.

Source: NY announces more winners in Covid-19 vaccine scholarship raffle – syracuse.com

On Tuesday, after 472 days, New York hit a vaccination milestone—70 percent of adult New Yorkers have received at least one dose of the COVID vaccine. After reaching this goal, we lifted most of the State’s remaining COVID restrictions. This means no more restrictions across commercial settings, including retail, food services, offices, gyms, entertainment, hair […]

Since our 6/16 update, 0 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – Vaccination data: https://public.tableau.com/…/viz/Covid-Draft/Dashboard. According to the North Country COVID Vaccine Dashboard 90,580 total doses of COVID-19 Vaccine were given in Clinton County as of 6/13. As of 6/13, 60% of all Clinton County […]

The Peru School Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, June 23rd at 5:45 PM in the High School Community Room. It is anticipated that the Board will almost immediately convene in Executive Session to conduct employment interviews for an Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services vacancy. At this time, no other District […]

Source: Mayor tugs Boat Basin buy from city agenda | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Plattsburgh airport runway to reopen on time | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Drought presents Ausable Chasm challenges | Local News | pressrepublican.com

PLATTSBURGH — “A replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., will make its way to Champlain from June 24 to June 27 after being delayed last year due to the pandemic.” Source: Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica tour to make stop in Champlain | Local News | pressrepublican.com

“But the state this month is reminding the unemployed that the work-search requirements will be enforced. People collecting unemployment are required to look for work three days a week and create a log of those efforts.” Source: If you’re collecting unemployment in New York, state says you have to look for work – syracuse.com

Source: The Beach Boys to perform free concert at NYS Fair – syracuse.com

“I just don’t see things changing with labor and the other issues all of a sudden,” Davis said. “We need to staff two factories, to keep the food chain going, that’s the main focus. It’s just never been more challenging to bring in additional help.” Source: No Gianelli Sausage stand at the 2021 NY State […]

Source: As housing crisis worsens, millions across US fear eviction – syracuse.com

Source: New report blames Cuomo order for increased Covid deaths in nursing homes (report) – syracuse.com

Source: Clinton County to detail gypsy moth infestation | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | With homeowners hit hard by recent infestations of gypsy moths, the Clinton County Soil and Water Conservation District will soon host a free webinar to help guide residents

EMPIRE STATE DEVELOPMENT ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR $6 MILLION UPGRADE OF SARANAC LAKE CIVIC CENTER   Project Will Enhance Regional Sports Infrastructure Ahead of Lake Placid 2023 World University Games  Exterior Rendering Available Here  Empire State Development (ESD) today announced plans for a $6 million upgrade of Saranac Lake Civic Center in Franklin County. The year-round, […]

“Now well over a year later, 70% of adults 18 years old and older have now been partially vaccinated in New York. COVID-19 cases have been on the sharp decline. And now, even most COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, marking a significant milestone in the state’s fight against the virus.” However, the state of emergency […]

Source: No. Co. Chamber offers small biz grant assistance | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Lake Placid looking for July 4 parade participants | Sun Community News LAKE PLACID | With planning in high gear for Lake Placid’s highly anticipated July 4 celebration and fireworks show, officials are hoping more businesses and organizations will join th

Source: Westport to host annual Independence Celebration July 3 | Sun Community News WESTPORT | The annual Westport Independence Celebration will be held July 3 with a number of activities and events, including the always popular parade and fireworks display.

Source: Syracuse Alzheimer’s clinic has doubts about controversial new drug patients clamoring for – syracuse.com

Source: NYS Fair adds another country singer to free concert lineup – syracuse.com

Source: US death toll from Covid tops 600,000 – syracuse.com