The Peru Gazette

“…they expect in 2024 to actually do the cable installation at the bottom of Lake Champlain, which is going to take five months or so as they have massive barges and down the lake at about two miles per day, laying this cable under the water.” Source: A $4B powerline will run under Lake Champlain, […]

Source: Park Agency approves two Hamilton Co. cell towers, Crown Point solar project | NCPR News

On Sat 4/23 the Peru Lions Club continued its 20 year tradition of roadside pickup in Peru.  This year they partnered with the Peru K-5 PTO and the Peru Scouts for a very successful event. More than 20 volunteers of families and Lions came together to collect 50 bags of trash on sixteen roads across […]

Source: Essex Farm Institute awards $32,000 to 15 local farmers | Sun Community News ELIZABETHTOWN | Recipients have implemented technology that reduces carbon use and environmental contaminants.

This story is a few days old, but it’s an excellent story. Source: Following the funding for water projects

Source: Adirondack Wildlife Refuge to reopen May 7 | Sun Community News WILMINGTON | Focus on education with eco-exhibits and observation tower.

Source: State approves Lake Champlain power transmission line

Source: Adirondack birding festival returns – – The Adirondack Almanack

Opinion piece – Source: Cost to Lake George of Not Holding APA Hearings – – The Adirondack Almanack

From the office of NYS Comptroller DiNapoli New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced that, as result of recent shareholder proposals he has filed on behalf of the New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund), companies are taking action to address investment risks posed by climate change and impacts of environmental justice. “The […]

On Saturday, April 23rd, the Peru Lions Club is partnering with the Peru k-5 PTO to organize a Peru town-wide pickup/cleanup event to recognize Earth Day. We invite all Peru individuals and organizations to join us. Casella Waste Management has donated supplies, including bags, vests and pickers, and vouchers so people can drop off the […]

Source: Plant local: gardeners urged to consider native species | Sun Community News KEENE VALLEY | In a matter of weeks, garden centers will be overflowing, as, like Canada grease returning to lake Champlain, gardeners ritualistically begin their annual plant pil

Source: Village of Champlain nationally recognized for urban forestry work | Sun Community News CHAMPLAIN | In 1976, the Arbor Day Foundation started Tree City USA. The founders had a vision to have a greener, healthier America, and hoped this initiative would ins

David Goodrich is today’s Peru Gazette Citizen of the Day! This morning, accompanied by his son David, David enjoyed a father-son walk along the Patent Rd. and picked up trash as they walked. His bag is small because David regularly picks up trash along the Patent Rd., the McGarr Rd. and the Mud Pond Road. […]

Source: Adirondack Park Agency approves use of herbicide on Lake George | NCPR News

Source: Budget wins for the forest preserve, environment – Adirondack Explorer

Source: Should an herbicide be used on Lake George? The APA may vote on the issue | NCPR News

Innovative Project to Help Increase Salmon Survival After Stocking  The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced the second year of a five-year experimental Atlantic Salmon pen rearing project on the Saranac River Estuary. In partnership with the Plattsburgh Boat Basin, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Lake Champlain chapter of Trout Unlimited, […]

“While this disease is mostly carried by wild waterfowl, research has shown that other wild bird populations can carry it too, especially if they share nesting and feeding grounds with wild waterfowl. These populations include perching birds and songbirds. For this reason, we are recommending that folks that feed wild birds should take down their […]

Source: Two Adirondack waterway groups plan to merge | NCPR News

 Grand Isle, VT – Cornell CALS PRO DAIRY will teach engineering standards for barnyard runoff control and vegetative treatment areas to agricultural field professionals on April 27th at the Miner Institute in Chazy, New York. The presenters will share information about opportunities and challenges in designing best management practices that reduce the loss of phosphorus […]

Source: Calls for salt-free roads  – Adirondack Explorer

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced the availability of employment opportunities for the summer recreational season. Individuals looking for seasonal summer employment who enjoy the outdoors are encouraged to learn more about opportunities to work at DEC facilities. DEC operates 52 public campgrounds and five-day use areas throughout the Adirondack […]

Source: New fishing regulations start April 1 – Adirondack Explorer