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Archive for November, 2024

Plattsburgh city council to vote on opening probe into claims of wrongdoing

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Volunteers making pies all week for this very popular Harvest Dinner

Election 2024: Proposition 1 passes; here’s what it means for New York

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North Country Rep. Stefanik celebrates reelection to her 6th term in Congress

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Hope, grief, and visions of a different America in the North Country

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Hughes wins Plattsburgh city mayor’s race

County voters approve NYS Prop One Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Sprague wins Essex Co. judgeship

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Workshop to discuss wastewater treatment project – Public Welcome

The Town of Peru Town Board has scheduled a Workshop for Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 4:00 PM. The workshop will discuss the wastewater treatment project and will take place at the Peru Town Hall.

How to support Peru Indoor Track’s Christmas Tree Fundraiser

Click below for the 2024 Clinton County Election Results

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Nov. 5, 2024, Peru, NY In-Person Contested Election Results

President of the United States Kamala Harris & Tim Waltz – 896 Donald Trump & JD Vance – 1,276 Write-ins – 17 United States Senator Kristin Gillibrand – 954 Michael Sapraicone – 1,474 Diane Sare – 3 Write-ins – 3 Representative 21st District in Congress Paula Collins – 1,151 Elise Stefanik – 1,313 Write-ins – […]

Jim Langley is retiring; new owners to continue serving Peru and the North Country

By John T Ryan November 5, 2024, Peru, NY – One of Peru’s most visible and long-standing businesses will change hands at the end of this year. Langley Insurance Agency owner James Langley Jr. is retiring on December 31, 2024, and Troy Shepherd will become the agency’s new owner. Shepherd, the owner of the MLM […]

It’s Election Day 2024; Polls close at 9 p.m.

Peru, NY – Eighteen voters were ready to enter St. Augustine’s Parish Center when the polls opened this morning at 6 a.m. By 6:23 a.m., 60 voters had cast ballots. Peru High School Teacher Catherine Butts was first in line, followed by Mark Provost and Fred Chase. The polls close at 9 p.m. The Peru […]

MARKET 32/PRICE CHOPPER HONORS VETERANS WITH 11% DISCOUNT

(Schenectady, NY) – Market 32/Price Chopper is honoring the dedication and service of our nation’s Veterans with a special 11% discount on any one shopping trip on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11. All veterans and retired, active-duty, reserve and National Guard military personnel and immediate family members are welcome to the discount with proof of […]

Northway accident claims the life of tractor-trailer driver

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Why is every North Country race for the NYS Legislature uncontested?

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October 28 Town Board Meeting Summary and Video

At the Monday, October 28 meeting, the Peru Town Board: Approved selling a used paver and roller to the Town of Jay for $40,000. The paver is owned jointly with the Town of Ausable, which will receive $15,000 of the $40,000 total sale price. Approved a one-year snow and ice removal contrast with the Clinton […]

Peru’s orchards are beautiful during all the seasons

Forrence Orchards, Barney Downs Rd., November 3, 2024

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, November 6. 2024 

Shepherd’s Pie  Bread Dessert Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., take-out only, at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972  All are invited and welcome!

Town Board to conduct Public Hearing on Preliminary 2025 Budget

Monday, November 4, 2024, 5:30 p.m. – Public Hearing on Preliminary Budget

An Invitation from the Town of Peru – Meet and Greet Peru’s new Supervisor, Craig Randall

Tuesday, November 5th, from 11 am to 3 pm at the Peru Town Hall.

Historial Association’s November Programs

November 7, 6:30 pm, CCHA, 98 Ohio Avenue, Plattsburgh.  The History of Railroads in Clinton County – Mooers (Part III). Inspired by CCHA photo albums of early area trains and the recently acquired collection of rail enthusiast Lawrence Duffina, Transportation Historian Dick Soper will share the history of rail development, which opened up Clinton County […]

Forest Rangers rescue hiker in Keene

Town of Keene Essex County Wilderness Rescue: On Oct. 26 at 1:45 p.m., Ray Brook Dispatch received a call about a hiker with a lower leg injury on Mount Marcy. New York State Police Pilot Engel flew Forest Rangers Lewis and O’Connor to the scene. Ranger Lewis lowered Ranger O’Connor down to the 45-year-old from Lockport. […]

DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 1.4% in Third Quarter

“Given this lower year-over-year growth, local officials should temper their expectations for future sales tax revenues.” Local government sales tax collections totaled $5.98 billion in the third calendar quarter (July-September) of 2024, an increase of 1.4%, or $82.7 million, compared to the same quarter last year, according to a report released today by State Comptroller […]

Former CCC Students Inducted into National Semi-Pro Baseball Hall of Fame

Plattsburgh, NY –A group of former Clinton Community College (CCC) students and coaches were recently honored with induction into the National Semi-Pro Baseball Hall of Fame for their outstanding achievements in the Champlain Valley Baseball League. These athletes and coaches have made significant contributions to the sport, and this recognition highlights their lasting impact on […]