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Archive for May, 2022

Prison assault leaves officers with burns and possible broken bones | Sun Community News DANNEMORA | 

Source: Prison assault leaves officers with burns and possible broken bones | Sun Community News DANNEMORA | Two officers were seriously injured by an inmate at Clinton Correctional Facility May 26.

After alleged threat, racial slur from Indian Lake parent, school goes on lockout | NCPR News

Source: After alleged threat, racial slur from Indian Lake parent, school goes on lockout | NCPR News

Are the Adirondacks really for everyone? Community groups get real about racial, environmental justice | NCPR News

Source: Are the Adirondacks really for everyone? Community groups get real about racial, environmental justice | NCPR News

2022 Online Notification and Reporting System for Harmful Algal Blooms

Interactive Map Displays Bloom Locations and Informative Website Encourages New Yorkers to “Know it, Avoid it, Report it” The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York State Department of Health (DOH) today reminded New Yorkers to learn about and be aware of harmful algal blooms, or “HABs,” as the 2022 HABs […]

Take time Monday to remember our fallen heroes

Peru Dollar General Closed Until Further Notice

It sounds like old news; however, the Dollar General at 3073 Main St. is closed due to unsafe conditions. Code Enforcement Officer Robert Guynup ordered the store closed Wednesday because it does not have a functioning bathroom, a violation of New York State Property Maintenance law. This is the store’s second recent closure. Guynup ordered […]

Jazz at the Saranac Fire Hall: Paul Meyers “World on a String” Trio Two Shows June 4-5

“World on a String” performs two shows at the Saranac Fire Hall on Route 3 in Saranac, New York: Saturday, June 4 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, June 5 at 4:00 pm. Admission is $20 for all at the door. Current public health guidelines will be followed. For further info: telephone 518-293-7613, e-mail ambrown.hillholl@gmail.com or […]

‘They saved this town’: Refugees poured into Utica and cleared the rust from a dying industrial city – syracuse.com

Source: ‘They saved this town’: Refugees poured into Utica and cleared the rust from a dying industrial city – syracuse.com

Whistleblower: Syracuse schools ignored payroll fraud because it was good for graduation rate – syracuse.com

Source: Whistleblower: Syracuse schools ignored payroll fraud because it was good for graduation rate – syracuse.com

Foundation of CVPH awards $69K in scholarships | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Source: Foundation of CVPH awards $69K in scholarships | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The CVPH Foundation is investing in the next generation of health care in northern New York.

Mineville students help German company find production solution | Sun Community News 

Source: Mineville students help German company find production solution | Sun Community News ELIZABETHTOWN | When a German global conglomerate needed help solving a production problem, it sought help from a surprising source — four high school students from a trad

Sheriff’s deputy Isaac Eames stole $500K before murder-suicide; wounded wife charged with thefts – syracuse.com

Peru Gazette Opinion: A perfect example of an organization’s poor internal controls.  Source: Sheriff’s deputy Isaac Eames stole $500K before murder-suicide; wounded wife charged with thefts – syracuse.com

Antonio Delgado sworn in as New York’s lieutenant governor | NCPR News

Source: Antonio Delgado sworn in as New York’s lieutenant governor | NCPR News

Moving day for donations Lake Placidian collects more than 4,000 pounds in donations for Ukraine| News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Source: Moving day for donations | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Mission of Hope’s Annual Color Run on June 18th

On Saturday, June 18th, the North Country Mission of Hope will hold its 3rd (almost) Annual Color Run through Rulfs Orchards in Peru. After a 2-year hiatus, we are excited! Check-in begins at 8:30 am with the Color Run stepping off at 10 am. Register today at:ncmohcolorrun.eventbrite.com Have fun running through the orchard in a […]

Syracuse 8th grader said he brought gun to school for protection, school officials say – syracuse.com

Source: Syracuse 8th grader said he brought gun to school for protection, school officials say – syracuse.com

Gov. Hochul wants to raise age to buy guns in NY after shootings – syracuse.com

Source: Gov. Hochul wants to raise age to buy guns in NY after shootings – syracuse.com

City Beach to open May 27 | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The Plattsburgh City Beach will officially open Friday, May 27.

Source: City Beach to open May 27 | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The Plattsburgh City Beach will officially open Friday, May 27.

Saranac cruises to girls track win | Sun Community News PERU | 

Source: Saranac cruises to girls track win | Sun Community News PERU | The Saranac varsity girls track and field team ran away with the Section VII title May 25 at the Peru track complex, scoring 200 points, 105 ahead of second place and host Peru.

N.Y.’s youth hunting shows a sharp increase  | Sun Community News RAY BROOK | 

Source: N.Y.’s youth hunting shows a sharp increase  | Sun Community News RAY BROOK | While overall deer harvest were down in fall 2021, state officials said recent data shows success in several areas, including among youth hunters and in the agency’s buck awarene

Teaching chess tournament-style: A first in the Northern Tier | Sun Community News ELLENBURG | 

Source: Teaching chess tournament-style: A first in the Northern Tier | Sun Community News ELLENBURG | Three Northern Tier school districts recently teamed up for an inaugural North Country Chess Tournament.

Grants-in-Aid scholarships available | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Graduates from Clinton and Essex county high schools given priority.

Source: Grants-in-Aid scholarships available | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Graduates from Clinton and Essex county high schools given priority.

Peru faces major sewer system and highway expenditures

Sewer system upgrade cost to increase by up to $1,178,551 Telegraph Road culvert replacement estimated at $1.7 million Agreement reached for Walking Trail property purchase Shade coming for dog park users Performance stage roof being installed at Heyworth-Mason Park Street sweeping slowed by parts unavailability   By John T. Ryan   The Monday, May 23, […]

Chamber of Commerce Business Expo, Thursday, June 16 SUNY Plattsburgh, Angell Center – 2nd Floor 9AM-6PM

REGISTER AS AN INDIVIDUAL OR EXHIBITOR Join us for this year’s Business Expo, a full day of professional development, guided networking, educational sessions, luncheon with timely keynote and an afternoon networking reception. **REMINDER: You do not need to exhibit to attend this great event. You can attend as an individual and take advantage of the […]

U.S. History Regents exam canceled statewide due to Buffalo shooting – syracuse.com

Source: U.S. History Regents exam canceled statewide due to Buffalo shooting – syracuse.com