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Archive for January, 2024

Adirondack Farms and Suburban Propane Make $1,000 Donation to JCEO of Clinton and Franklin Counties

Photo caption/names (left-right). Back: Suburban Propane Assistant VP of Product Supply Craig Palleschi, Adirondack Farms Co-Owner Shane St. Cyr, JCEO of Clinton and Franklin Counties Development Director Ellie Jent, and JCEO Community Outreach Program Director Lisa Gardner-Goodrow. Front: Craig’s wife, Jill Palleschi, and their three sons, Anthony, Luca, and James. PLATTSBURGH | Adirondack Farms and […]

Peru Town Board schedules 2024 meeting dates and times

2024 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE Monday, January 8, 2024, 6:00 PM Thursday, January 25, 2024, 6:00 PM Monday, February 5, 2024 6:00 PM Tuesday, February 20, 2024, 6:00 PM Monday, March 11, 2024, 6:00 PM Monday, March 25, 2024, 6:00 PM Monday, April 8, 2024, 6:00 PM Monday, April 22, 2024, 6:00 PM Monday, […]

Plattsburgh native Ella Fesette will compete for SUNY Plattsburgh women’s hockey this winter

Click here for a very interesting MYNBC5 story 

Here’s your weekend snow forecast from the National Weather Service

NWS Burlington Don’t look now, but a winter storm tracking up the New England coastline is expected to bring widespread snowfall to the region on Sunday. The highest amounts are expected across southern Vermont with a relatively sharp gradient in snow totals from south to north. #vtwx #nywx

Regular School Board Monthly Meeting January 2024

The Peru CSD Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the High School Community Room. It is anticipated that an executive session will take place immediately following the 6:30 PM start, and that the Board will reconvene for public session business at approximately 7:00 […]

Final JetBlue flight departs from Burlington airport

Click here for the WCAX story 

Poverty Rates in Northern NY School Districts

Published by Syracuse.com based on 2022 U.S. Census data The numbers come from the Census Bureau’s Small Area Income and Poverty Estimates Program. The estimates, released in December, are for 2022. District Population Population ages 5-17 5 to 17 in poverty % 5-17 in poverty Peru Central School District 12,198 1,926 273 14.2% AuSable Valley […]

Woman survives dangerous fall on South Dix

Rangers rescued hiker after hours in frigid, wet conditions Click here for the Adirondack Daily Enterprise story 

New York State’s 2024 legislative session begins with a focus on crucial North Country issues

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Town of Plattsburgh Supervisor Michael Cashman reports damage to Veterans Park

It is with a heavy heart that we inform you about an unfortunate incident that occurred at the Battlefield Memorial Gateway (Veterans Park). Our team has been alerted to significant damage caused by a reckless driver, and we are currently assessing the full extent of the situation. We want to express our gratitude to caring […]

Pet stores in NY state banned from selling dogs, cats, rabbits

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Please welcome to the stage the FIRST Strand Center performance of 2024 HOLLYWOOD NIGHTS – The Bob Seger Experience!

This 9-piece band is the ultimate tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. They pride themselves on carrying on the legacy of Bob Seger’s unforgettable high-energy shows, roaring, raspy vocals, and the groundwork Bob has laid over the past 30 years. Get your tickets NOW at StrandCenter.org

Morrisonville man arrested in Peru for illegal firearm possession

State Police also detained and later arrested a Plattsburgh man on an active arrest warrant thanks to the investigation Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Why Lake George is pivoting to ‘weather-resilient’ winter attractions

Click here for the NCPR story 

Concerts coming to Vermont and New York in 2024

Editor’s Note – More names will undoubtedly be added to this list. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Willsboro, NY family and Richmond, VT couple welcome New Year’s Day babies

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JCEO to staff Peru office, replacing Cook Rd. bridge to be advertised. board leaders reappointed and more

As of Wednesday, January 3, 2024, the JCEO will be staffing its office in the Peru Town Hall. Personnel shortages resulted in the office being closed for the past few weeks. Rihanna Warren will be the new Peru JCEO Coordinator. The board will advertise bids to replace a small bridge on Cook Rd. Only one […]

Union: SUNY deficit will lead to cuts without higher state aid

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3 dead in fiery crash at Rochester concert; Syracuse man suspected of possible terror attack

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Peru Gazette 2023 Photo Memories

It was very difficult to limit to 65 photos.  Click here for the photos