Archive for September, 2022
Official: Canada likely to drop vaccine requirement to enter
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Posted: September 21st, 2022 under Business News, National News, Northern NY News.
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TRAVELER ADVISORY
CREWS MILLING IN PREPARATION FOR PAVING OPERATIONS ON STATE ROUTE 3 IN PLATTSBURGH Please be advised that traffic using State Route 3 (Cornelia Street) in Plattsburgh, Clinton County will encounter crews milling in preparation for an upcoming paving project. Work will begin around the intersection of State Route 3 and Route 22B and will end […]
Posted: September 21st, 2022 under Highway Dept. News, Northern NY News.
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NYSP to deploy North Country troopers to Puerto Rico following Hurricane Fiona
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Posted: September 21st, 2022 under Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Loved ones, first response family grieve loss of leader Max Thwaits III
Essex County Office of Emergency Services (OES) Director Max Thwaits III died unexpectedly early Monday. He was 40 years old. “He was one of the good guys.” Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: September 20th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, County Government News, Fire Department News, Northern NY News.
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Stewart’s Shops pledges $1M to Plattsburgh YMCA
YMCA moves closer to $13 million goal thanks to Dake Foundation Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: September 20th, 2022 under Business News, Charity Events, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Federal Ray Brook Prison staffing levels at ‘dangerous’ levels according to union president
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Posted: September 20th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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The 2022 Applefest is history
Editor’s Note – Music static issues resulted in having to insert new music at 8:24 p.m. on September 20, 2022. Peru – Thanks to the many people who attended, community support, the wonderful weather, and the many volunteers, the 2022 Applefest was a success. Approximately 125 volunteers contribute time and talents to make it happen. […]
Posted: September 20th, 2022 under Community Events, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Plattsburgh mayor says it’s ‘too little, too late’ to save the Crete
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Posted: September 20th, 2022 under Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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2022 Service Academy Night for High School Students and Parents
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced an upcoming virtual workshop for high school students interested in applying to a U.S. Military Service Academy. “This free workshop is an important resource for students in my district who are considering the extensive opportunities available through our nation’s prestigious military academies,” Stefanik said. “The North Country and […]
Posted: September 20th, 2022 under Congressional News, Education News, National News, Veterans' News.
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Burlington City Council Green-Lights Four Cannabis Businesses
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Posted: September 20th, 2022 under Business News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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$45 million expansion project at Malone dairy farm has eco-friendly features
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Posted: September 20th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Business News, Environmental News, Northern NY News.
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DEC announces annual Arbor Day poster contest
Poster will be used to promote the value of trees in our environment and in ourselves Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: September 19th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Environmental News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Office of Cannabis Management to host Plattsburgh workshop
Thursday, Sept. 22, informational workshop for potential retail applicants Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: September 19th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Business News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Babbie Museum wins BEST IN SHOW AWARD
Congratulations to the Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum for winning the BEST IN SHOW AWARD in the 2022 Applefest Parade.
Posted: September 19th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Arts and Entertainment, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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2022 St Augustine’s 44th Annual Applefest Parade put to music
Photos by Jim Falvo supplemented with a few taken from the east side of Main Street by John Ryan
Posted: September 19th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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CVPH blood drive today beginning at 3 p.m.
Good Morning! This is a friendly reminder that there will be a blood drive today, Monday, September 19, 2022, held at the St. Augustine Parish Center between the hours of 3 pm – 6:30 pm. Come save lives & enjoy some snacks! *** ID required *** If you cannot make the drive but would […]
Posted: September 19th, 2022 under General News.
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St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, September 21, 2022.
Ham Roasted Potatoes Vegetable Bread Dessert Served take-out only from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at t. Augustine’s Parish Center, 303o Main st., Peru, NY. All are welcome at our table!
Posted: September 19th, 2022 under Community Events.
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It’s official: Magical ice castles are coming back to the Adirondacks this winter
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Posted: September 19th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Northern NY News.
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Bystanders talked with, held onto woman on edge of I-81 overpass, firefighters say
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Posted: September 19th, 2022 under Heathcare News, Upstate New York.
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Comptroller’s Audit finds Dept. of Corrections and Community Supervision lacking transportation controls
“The Department has not established adequate controls to effectively monitor and ensure accountability over transportation expenses. The Department performs limited to no central monitoring of payments made through the Contractor. Further, the Contractor data does not include sufficient detail the Department would need to adequately monitor vehicle repairs and maintenance costs. Also, the Department does […]
Posted: September 18th, 2022 under Law Enforcement News, State Government News.
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Elmore SPCA expenses spike with increasing shelter needs
Saturday, Sept. 17 ‘Street Drive’ looks to help offset costs Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: September 16th, 2022 under Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Stefanik Announces Grant to Combat Drug Abuse, Mental Health Crisis
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik today announced Behavioral Health Services North in Plattsburgh will receive $746,744 from the Department of Health and Human Services to invest in mental health and substance abuse services. “These taxpayer dollars will return to our district to protect and care for the mental health of our communities,” Stefanik said. […]
Posted: September 16th, 2022 under Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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Bed Bath & Beyond to shutter Plattsburgh location
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Posted: September 16th, 2022 under Business News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Stefanik co-sponsors bill that would ban most abortions after 15 weeks
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Posted: September 16th, 2022 under Congressional News, Heathcare News, Law Enforcement News, National News, Political News.
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Polio recently reemerged in the US. Who should get a polio vaccine now?
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Posted: September 16th, 2022 under Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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