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Archive for July 22nd, 2024

Former Clinton County Legislator and Peru Town Justice Peter Keenan Sr. passed away today. May he rest in peace.

Peter Keenan, Sr. Obituary Peter Francis Keenan, Sr., 94, of Pleasant Street, Peru, died Monday, July 22, 2024, at his home. He was born in Peru on March 18, 1930, the son of Joseph Geraldine (Ryan) Keenan. At Peter’s request, there will be no public calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated […]

New York is already missing its carbon reduction goals, and big ones are on the way

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New report details the working conditions of New York’s solar workers

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The North Country honors Greg Timmons

Peru, NY – Today, July 22, 2024, town employees, community members, friends, and firefighters from Clinton, Essex, and Franklin Counties lined Main Street as the Peru Fire Department escorted Greg Timmons’ remains to St. Augustine’s Church.  Greg’s obituary summarized why so many people respected him: “Son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, firefighter, chief, superintendent, commissioner, instructor, […]

Special Board of Education Meeting 7/25/24

The Peru CSD Board of Education will hold a brief, special meeting in the High School Community Room on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 8:00 AM.  The sole purpose of this meeting is to approve a bid award.  At this time, no other district business is anticipated. The agenda will be available on the District’s […]

Garry Douglas to convene the Institute of Advanced Manufacturing (IAM) Task Force

The County of Clinton remains steadfast in its support of fostering economic development for the residents of the entire County. That is why the Clinton County Legislature, in conjunction with the State University of New York (SUNY) appointed the North Country Chamber of Commerce CEO/President, Garry Douglas, to convene the Institute of Advanced Manufacturing (IAM) […]

Heyworth Mason Park’s final three history paintings to be installed at 1 PM on July 28

During the Peru Town Market at 1 PM on July 28th, artist Greg Badger and town councilman Mel Irwin will install the final three paintings to complete the Visual Legacy Project at Heyworth Mason Park in Peru, NY. The collection of works titled “Windows to the Past” consists of thirty-two paintings on the windows and […]

Get ready to make a splash! East Coast Watercross is back and bringing high-octane excitement to Plattsburgh City Beach on August 3-4!

Gather your crew, pack your sunscreen, and head over to Plattsburgh City Beach to witness the wildest rides and the fiercest competition on the water. Watch in awe as jet skiers soar across Lake Champlain, defying gravity and pushing their limits. The City of Plattsburgh and the Adirondack Coast Visitors Bureau are thrilled to host […]

CCC Celebrates Men’s Basketball 2023-2024 New Final Four Banner

Plattsburgh, NY — Clinton Community College has added a new banner to its collection, commemorating the men’s basketball team’s impressive achievement in the NJCAA Division III Region 3 Final Four 2024. Head Coach Neil Epstein and Assistant Coach Stan Kissel proudly posed with the new banner, symbolizing the team’s hard work, dedication, and success throughout […]

Clinton County Historical Association August 4 – September 1 Events

All are free of charge except Valcour Island Transportation.  August 4 – Sunday on the Island. Visit the Bluff Point Lighthouse and explore the trails on Valcour Island. Transportation to the Island begins at 9:20. $30 per person. Call 518-561-0340 to reserve your spot. August 10 – 9:30 am. Walking tour of Riverside Cemetery. Visit […]

Three killed in Ohio plane crash; the plane departed from Plattsburgh

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Northern Forest Canoe Trail makes improvements to Valcour Island trails

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E’town trying to buck dying town trend in Adirondacks

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