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CPKC Hoilday Train Schedule

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Scott Tyrell sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for murder of Lisa Dashnaw

Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Authorities hope the public can help solve lewdness case

Police are searching for a man who repeatedly exposed himself at local swimming holes Click here for the Sun Community News story 

15-year-old charged with attempted murder

Altona stabbing Victim listed in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries Wednesday morning   Click here for the Sun Community News story 

CBP announces reduced border crossing hours

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HamilSun Community Solar is about to go online

(Please Share) November 19, 2024, Peru, NY—Peru residents learned about the solar farm on Mannix Road six years ago when the Hamilton family (Patti, Neil, Mark, and Ruth) applied for a building permit. At long last, there’s good news to report. By the end of December or early 2025, HamilSun Community Solar’s 5,200 panels should […]

Our “Grinch” is very friendly!

November 19, 2024 – Peru’s Water-Sewer-Parks Department personnel Luke Fessette, Mathew Houser, and Christopher Martineau erect Holiday Banners on Peru’s primary streets today. They always do it with a flourish. It’s time for everyone to get into the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday spirit. Courtney Tetrault provided the photos. Thank you! 

Combating diabetes in the North Country

November marks American Diabetes Month, with healthcare providers, public health agencies, educators and community organizations nationwide rallying against the diabetes epidemic. In northern New York, a regionwide coalition has been in the trenches combating diabetes and prediabetes for the last several years, picking up momentum and helping individuals take control of their health. The Get […]

Assemblyman Billy Jones Recognized as Health Care Provider Legislator of the Year

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) was recently recognized as the New York State Association of Health Care Providers (HCP) Elected Official of the Year during their annual meeting at Bolton Landing. This distinction is given to a local or State official who has made significant strides in advancing the interests of home and community-based care. […]

Elmore SPCA addresses new Animal Care Standards Act

To adjust to spaçe requirements, Elmore SPCA closed seven of the ten municipal contracts  Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Chicken & Biscuits at the VFW, Thursday, Nov. 21

Beloved Adirondack Boy Scout Camp to close

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St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, November 20. 2024 

Thanksgiving Dinner  Turkey Potatoes  Stuffing  Squash  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!

2024 Peru Tractor Parade is on Friday, December 13

Peru, NY—Come one, Come all! Peru’s 2024 Tractor Parade will occur on Friday, December 13, beginning at 6 p.m. Farmer Don Dimock will be the Grand Marshal. It’s a great family event. It starts at the Irwin farm on Jarvis Road, left on River Rd., right on Laflure Lane, right onto Rt. 22, right over […]

Lake Champlain at lowest water level for this date in the last five years

Ausable Point, Peru, NY, 3:30 p.m. on November 16, 2024 Historical water levels on this date: 2024 – 93.68 ft. 2023 – 96.02 ft. 2022 – 95.15 ft. 2021 – 95.28 ft. 2020 -94.14 ft.

Cornelia Street fatal shooting suspects in county court on new charges

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DEC issued a statewide burn ban until Nov. 30

This burn ban prohibits the starting of outdoor fires statewide for purposes of brush and debris disposal, as well as uncontained campfires, and open fires used for cooking. Backyard fire pits and contained campfires less than three feet in height and four feet in length, width, or diameter are allowed, as are small, contained cooking […]

The most affordable ski resort in the U.S. is in Upstate NY, ranking finds

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Can the Adirondacks turn short-term rentals back into long-term housing?

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BETA Technologies begins production aircraft flight test campaign

Click here for the Sun Community News story  Click here for a Beta Technologies flight video 

North Country at Work: An Adirondack stonemason’s quest to find the next generation

Gregson is actively looking for younger people he could train to take over. But he hasn’t had much success. “Masonry is hard work and that’s what everybody thinks of it: it’s hard work. And so, you know, the volunteers just don’t step right up.” Click here for the NCPR story 

Statement on Accepting President Donald J. Trump’s Nomination to Serve in his Cabinet as Ambassador to the United Nations

WASHINGTON, DC – House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik released the following statement: “I am truly honored to earn President Trump’s nomination to serve in his Cabinet as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. During my conversation with President Trump, I shared how deeply humbled I am to accept his nomination and that I look […]

CCC’s Alex Cone Places 18th at NJCAA Division 3 National Cross Country Championships

Plattsburgh, N.Y. – Clinton Community College’s Alex Cone achieved an impressive finish at the NJCAA Division 3 National Cross Country Championships held on Saturday in Richmond, Virginia. Competing in the women’s 5k, Cone secured 18th place out of 100 runners, with a personal best time of 21:11.5. This outstanding performance marks a huge accomplishment for […]

Champlain Area Trails Expands Outdoor Programming with Family Events and Educational Partnerships

WESTPORT, NY – Champlain Area Trails (CATS), an accredited land trust founded in 2009, is dedicated to creating and maintaining trails, protecting land, connecting people with nature, and promoting economic vitality in the Champlain Valley. With over 100 miles of trails, 3,000 acres of protected land, and hundreds of hikes, outdoor education outings, and volunteer […]

New Support Group for Ostomy Patients at CVPH

Meetings aim to help patients feeling isolated (CVPH photo and news release)   PLATTSBURGH, NY (11/11/2024)—Ostomy care can lead to many difficult questions for patients and their family members. University of Vermont Health Network—Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital aims to address that by offering a new support group. The first meeting will occur on Thursday, November 14, […]