Archive for 'County Government News'
CCC Alumni Association Honors James Jock with “Distinguished Alumni Award”
Plattsburgh, NY — Clinton Community College Alumni Association is excited to share that James Jock will be receiving the “Distinguished Alumni Award” for 2024 at the Clinton Alumni Reunion on Saturday, Aug. 17. Jim, a proud Clinton Community College Class of 1986 member, is a real estate associate broker with eXp Realty. Thanks to his […]
Posted: August 7th, 2024 under Business News, County Government News, Education News, Northern NY News, Veterans' News.
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North Country communities get Restore NY funding for housing and community spaces
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Posted: August 4th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Community Events, County Government News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Casella Open House was fun and informative
Morrisonville, NY—North Country residents see Casella Waste Systems’ trucks on highways daily. Last Saturday, July 27, Casella informed people what happens o the materials those trucks haul at an Open House held at the Morrisonville Landfill. Over 300 people enjoyed the attractions for kids, exhibits, free BBQ, and ice cream. General Manager Sean Lukas and […]
Posted: August 2nd, 2024 under Business News, Community Events, County Government News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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Former Addison, NY Village Clerk-Treasurer to Be Sentenced to Prison and Will Forfeit State Pension After Million Dollar Public Corruption Conviction
First Public Pension Forfeiture Action in New York State August 1, 2024 New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Steuben County District Attorney Brooks Baker, and the New York State Police announced today that a former clerk-treasurer of the Village of Addison in Steuben County will be sentenced to serve three to nine years in […]
Posted: August 1st, 2024 under County Government News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News, Upstate New York.
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Free rabies clinic in Beekmantown on Thursday, August 8
Beekmantown, NY, August 1, 2024, the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is hosting a free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats, and ferrets. New York State law requires pets to have their first rabies vaccination by four months of age. Pets may be vaccinated as early as three months of age. The event will be […]
Posted: August 1st, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, County Government News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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ATTENTION SULLIVAN ROAD DRIVERS: AS OF JULY 31, 2024, THE SULLIVAN ROAD – FULLER ROAD INTERSECTION IS A 4-WAY STOP
Peru, August 1, 2024—Reacting to resident concerns, the Peru Highway Department, assisted by Clinton County, installed stop and “Stop Ahead” signs on Sullivan Road at the Fuller Road intersection yesterday. Clinton County personnel painted “STOP” warnings on the pavement this morning. After installing the signs yesterday, County personnel witnessed several Sullivan Road vehicles “blow through” […]
Posted: August 1st, 2024 under County Government News, General News, Highway Dept. News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History.
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Welding Academy registration opens – NO experience required
The welding training program at Clinton Community College’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing is open to anyone looking to improve, develop, or learn welding skills. No experience is required! – Dates: Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm; September 30th – October 18th – Location: Clinton Community College’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing – Cost: FREE […]
Posted: August 1st, 2024 under Business News, County Government News, Education News, Northern NY News.
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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 […]
Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under County Government News, Faces of Peru, Honor Flights, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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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) […]
Posted: July 22nd, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, County Government News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Three airlines submit bids for flights out of Plattsburgh International Airport
You can review the documents by entering the docket number “DOT-OST-2003-14783” into the search bar at regulations.gov. Official comments should be sent to Michael Martin with the U.S. Department of Transportation at Michael.F.Martin@dot.gov. Click here for the NCPR story
Posted: June 20th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, County Government News, Northern NY News.
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Saranac Lake’s largest hotel taken over by lender
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Posted: June 18th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, County Government News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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Clinton County Assistant DA Dan Lennon placed on administrative leave amid criminal investigation
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Posted: May 22nd, 2024 under City News, County Government News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Political News.
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Knelly Named Administrator in Charge at Clinton Community College, Site Determined for New Location at SUNY Plattsburgh
The Clinton Community College Board of Trustees has named Ken Knelly as administrator in charge, succeeding John Kowal as president. Knelly, currently chief of staff at SUNY Plattsburgh and Special Adviser to SUNY for the Clinton Community College Transition, has been leading the work of planning for a new location by the college’s fall 2025 […]
Posted: May 22nd, 2024 under County Government News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic in Peru on May 16
Peru, NY, May 6, 2024: The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is hosting a free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats, and ferrets. New York State law requires pets to have their first rabies vaccination by four months of age, but pets may be vaccinated as early as three months of age. The event will […]
Posted: May 7th, 2024 under Community Events, County Government News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Twelve more graduates of North Country Welding Academy including a Peru High School grad
By John T Ryan Over the past several years, the Plattsburgh region has become a manufacturing hub, especially in the transportation industry. With that success, there’s a need for special skills, such as welding. On Friday, April 26, North Country Welding Academy held its third graduation ceremony at Clinton Community College’s Institute of Advanced Manufacturing […]
Posted: April 29th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, County Government News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History, State Legislator News.
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NCCC, SUNY Plattsburgh offer dual enrollment
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Posted: April 28th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, County Government News, Education News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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This years Clinton County Fair is from July 9th – 13th!
Tuesday, July 9th: Lucky E Rodeo and Fireworks Wednesday, July 10th: Adirondack Tractor and Truck Pull Thursday, July 11th: Warren Zeiders Concert Friday, July 12th: Versus Monster Trucks Saturday, July 13th: Demolition Derby 5 full days of daily family entertainment, fair food, rides, animals, and more! Save the dates! #clintoncountyfair #fair #communityfair #agriculturalfair #summerfun #familyfun
Posted: April 25th, 2024 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, County Government News, Northern NY News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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CCC remembers past President Ray DiPasquale
DiPasquale passed away on April 4, He served as the College President from 2017 to 2021 Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: April 12th, 2024 under County Government News, Education News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Clinton County candidate petitions finalized
Official Democratic candidates for the City of Plattsburgh mayor are Dan Lennon and Wendell Hughes, who will face off in a primary; the Republican candidate is former mayor Don Kasprzak. Click here for the Press-Republican story
Posted: April 11th, 2024 under County Government News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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Clinton County Health Department Receives Health Department Clinical Services Accreditation
Clinton County, NY, March 12, 2023. On January 31, 2024, the Compliance Team (TCT), a nationally recognized healthcare accreditation organization approved by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), announced the award of Exemplary Provider® status to the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD). This recognition follows the successful completion of TCT’s Health Department Clinical […]
Posted: March 21st, 2024 under County Government News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Sheriff’s deputies arrested a West Chazy man over the weekend for a parole violation, in connection with a 1997 murder of his grandfather.
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Posted: March 18th, 2024 under County Government News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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Dogs seized from A Canine Gem will be ready for adoption soon, officials say
The adoption process will be facilitated through Elmore SPCA, and the community is reminded not to visit the jail for information about the dogs Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: March 15th, 2024 under Charity Events, County Government News, Heathcare News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Petition calls for Clinton County sheriff to resign amid jail allegations
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Posted: March 14th, 2024 under County Government News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Push for stricter animal neglect and abuse laws intensifies in Clinton County
Mooers Town Supervisor Jeff Menard, along with the County Legislature, say they are currently considering passing a tethering law Click here for the MYNBC5 story
Posted: March 13th, 2024 under Business News, County Government News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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Clinton County Health Department Receives Health Department Clinical Services AccreditationClinton County, NY, March 12, 2023.
On January 31, 2024, the Compliance Team (TCT), a nationally recognized healthcare accreditation organization approved by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), announced the award of Exemplary Provider® status to the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD). This recognition follows the successful completion of TCT’s Health Department Clinical Services Accreditation program. Debra Tackett, MSN, […]
Posted: March 13th, 2024 under County Government News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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