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Nearly 70,000 in Onondaga County teeter on ‘hunger cliff’ as pandemic food stamp benefits end

Statewide cuts, not just Onondaga County. It affectes nearly 3 million people  Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Could a new state perk help recruit and retain volunteer firefighters and EMTs? Massena hopes so

Click here for the NCPR story 

New York State Releases Updated Lactation Law That Expands to all Employers 

Clinton County, NY, March 1, 2023, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced the expansion of accommodations for those choosing to pump in the workplace on December 9, 2022. Legislation (S.4844-B/A.1236-A) now requires that all employers must:  1. Provide a safe and private pumping space that includes seating, access to running water, electricity, and in […]

Hall of Fame Nominations Requested

The Peru Central School District Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for potential candidates.  The District Hall of Fame is designed to recognize individuals who have made a significant impact on our school or achieved an outstanding contribution(s) to society as a graduate of Peru CSD. The candidate must have attended, been employed, served, or […]

DEC Issues Guidance to Avoid Coyote Conflicts

Sightings Anticipated to Become More Prevalent as Spring Approaches The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today issued guidance to help prevent conflicts between people and coyotes. Coyote sightings are likely to increase in the coming months and DEC encourages New Yorkers to be aware of the potential for conflicts and follow DEC […]

Runaway, stealthy puppy back with owners thanks to teamwork and persistence

By John T Ryan Peru – Brand Hollow Road residents Dennis and Victoria Cook had only owned their terrier puppy for a few hours when Dennis decided to see how the terrier liked the dog pen. When he stepped outside, the puppy quickly wiggled free of his grasp, and off she went down Brand Hollow […]

Adirondack Health to close dental office

Click here for the Press-Republican story 

Saturday morning fire consumes Maiden Lane home

By John T. Ryan   Peru – Fire consumed a Peru family’s 23 Maiden Lane home Saturday morning, February 25, 2023. According to Clinton County records, Cory and Jodi Barton own the home. They were not at home at the time of the fire. One person was in the house and escaped. No injuries were […]

The Peru Volunteer Fire Department’s has a beautiful new sign

Crafted by Artisan Sign and Design, 3092 Man St., Peru, NY  See previous Peru Gazette story on this unique company.

UVMMC and Cancer Center unveil ‘groundbreaking’ CAR T-cell therapy cancer treatment

“It’s designed to provide the best care possible for our patients in Vermont and Northern New York.” Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Widespread steady snow, some mixing set to arrive Wednesday night in Vermont, New York

By Thursday morning, a widespread 4 to 8 inches of snow is expected for most of northern New York and Vermont. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

CV-TEC, BETA, the electric plane manufacturer, announce partnership

Click here for the Press-Republican story 

March 1 is deadline to apply for senior STAR school tax break

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Glenn McRae: Libraries are more than books

A reaction to the Vermont State University (NOT UVM) closing its libraries Click here for the VTDigger opinion commentary 

New NY tax break for volunteer firefighters: What to know, how to apply

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Adirondack Bootlegging

In a digital age, Peru residents still love their library

By John T. Ryan (Please share) Peru – Public Libraries! Does anyone use libraries when people can find almost any publication online? In Peru, NY the answer is YES! Many people use and appreciate the Peru Free Library’s books, media, and services. For example, last year, the library’s printed and digital media circulated 11,628 times, […]

When do we turn our clocks forward for Daylight Saving Time 2023?

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Tragic fire claims young family in Redford

Saranac Community is grief-stricken Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Northern New York’s ties to the Underground Railroad shed light on current asylum seekers

“Learning what has happened and how this has occurred, it can be a little uplifting that there are still people who want to be human, who want to help others.” Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

February 11 was 211 Day

Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

State Police to crack down on impaired and reckless driving during Super Bowl weekend

NYSP News Release – The New York State Police will crack down on impaired and reckless driving during Super Bowl weekend. The special STOP-DWI enforcement campaign, funded by the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, will include increased patrols and sobriety checkpoints to deter, identify, and arrest impaired drivers, as well as underage drinker enforcement. The enforcement […]

United Way Completes Annual Fundraising Campaign 

$665K raised, including $113K by NYS employees United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. has completed its 2023 Fundraising Campaign to help support high-priority health and human service programs in Clinton, Essex and Franklin Counties. The annual campaign is conducted primarily during the fall months and concludes in February of each year. This year’s campaign […]

CLINTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE’S FACULTY ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCE A “VOTE OF NO CONFIDENCE” IN THE INSTITUTION’S BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND MOVE TO “WORK TO RULE” STATUS. 

Faculty Association News Release 2/10/23 Clinton Community College’s teaching and non-teaching faculty have been without a salary increase for six years, and attempts to negotiate have been unsuccessful since 2017.  In October 2022, the College Board was informed that the Faculty Association (FA) sought mediation, resolution, and progress toward a fair and equitable contract.  Currently, […]

Staying Alive: Responding to Emergencies Set for February 18

Free program offers information about AED use, fire safety, narcan administration, Stop the Bleed and more PLATTSBURGH, NY (02/08/2023) —  “Staying Alive: Responding to Emergencies” is a free community event planned for Saturday, February 18 at the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  The […]