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Next Move NY aims to turn Fort Drum into a workforce pipeline for the North Country

Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties are estimated to have a workforce gap of 48,000 people over the next decade. Click here for the NCPR story

February 16, 12:30 pm, Plattsburgh Senior Center, 5139 North Catherine Street, Plattsburgh. Portraits and Painters of the Early Champlain Valley (1800-1865), slides from a 1975 SUNY Plattsburgh exhibit with reflections on the history of the painters and the sitters. Attendees are encouraged to bring photos of old paintings they might have and share the history […]

$1M federal award to Paul Smith’s College

Funding to be used for infrastructure enhancements and long-term stability Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Clinton Correctional inmate found guilty of C.O. assaults

PLEASE READ THIS STORY: Joseph McCrimmon found guilty of two violent attacks on correctional officers Click here for the Sun Community News Story

Peru, NY, Route 9, Lakeshore Rd, 9:45 a.m. February 3, 2024

Plattsburgh Mayor Chris Rosenquest will not seek reelection

Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

AGENDA – TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 5, 2024 6:00 PM

Call Meeting to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call  MOTION/DISCUSSION:  To Accept Reports from all Departments: (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway; Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court; Website; and Banking Reports); MOTION:  Acceptance of Minutes for the Regular Meeting of January 25, 2024. Community Input.  RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION:  Approval to Award the Cook Rd. Culvert Bid. […]

New York residents feel tremors from magnitude 3.2 earthquake near Huntingdon, Quebec

Shakes felt across the St. Lawrence River Valley, according to the United States Geological Survey. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Staffing shortage could result in up to five prison closures in NY this year 

Click here for the NCPR story 

SUNY Plattsburgh senior helps update Underground Railroad exhibit

Teagan Benjamin is an anthropology major at SUNY Plattsburgh Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Saranac Lake Winter Carnival kicks off this weekend, complete with ice castle

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Plattsburgh Parks and Rec unveils family-fun February lineup

Town partners with regional organizations and businesses for family activities over February break Click here for the Sun Community News story 

UVM Health Network Transforming Cancer Care Across Region Through State-of-the-art Radiation Treatment Upgrades

UVM Health Network News Release  – Technological improvements to better meet patient needs  Burlington, Vt. – It’s a life altering diagnosis that someone in Vermont and northern New York hears every day, “I’m sorry, you have cancer.” At a time when these patients are most vulnerable and looking for the best possible chance for survival, […]

GIRL SCOUTS OF NORTHEASTERN NEW YORK KICK OFF 2024 COOKIE SEASON ON FEBRUARY 2nd

ALBANY, N.Y. – On Friday, February 2, thousands of Girl Scouts from the Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York (GSNENY) Council will start their sales for the annual cookie season. All of the favorite flavors – Girl Scout S’mores, Thin Mints (vegan), Samoas, Tagalongs, Dos-si-dos, Trefoils, Lemon-Ups, Toffee-tastic (gluten free) and Adventurefuls – are returning. […]

See NY school districts ranked from 1 to 594 based on latest Algebra II Regents exams

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

24-hour snowfall forecast

NWS Burlington @NWSBurlington We have some bad news for those in search of snow. Our snowfall forecast has lowered for Thu/Fri in favor of freezing drizzle instead. The only good news is that we expect the forecast ice accumulations to be very light, and mainly on elevated surfaces.

Border Patrol agents in Westville arrest man wanted for Toronto murder

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Celebrate Valantine’s Day at the Peru VFW

New York State Police identify driver killed after vehicle crashes into pond in Malone The vehicle was found in a frozen pond on State Route 30

Worked at Titus Mountain, single father of four children Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Stand Center for the Arts launches “Raise the Roof” Capital Campaign

The Strand Center for the Arts is thrilled to announce the public phase of its ambitious “Raise the Roof” Capital Campaign. This significant initiative aims to secure $905,000 in funds for the comprehensive infrastructure improvements in our 95 year old arts center building. This campaign is a pivotal step in ensuring the longevity of the […]

Breeze Airways expands service at Burlington airport

Seasonal nonstop service to Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, and one-stop service to Jacksonville, Florida. Click here for the WCAX story 

CVPH Blood Drive today, January 29, at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3 to 6:30 p.m.

Peru, NY 8:30 a.m. Sunday, January 28, 2024

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, January 31, 2024 

Chicken & Biscuits  Coleslaw  Fruit  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 welcome. We’re looking forward to seeing you! 

Good luck NAC Wrestling Team representing Section VII

Congratulations to the NAC Wrestling team for being the team to represent Section 7 wrestling at the NYSPHSAA Dual meet championships in Syracuse this coming Saturday. The Bobcats go into this championship with an undefeated record in Section 7 and the CVAC. The Championship event will be held at the Onondaga Community College -SRC Arena. […]