Depot Theatre announces expanded 2025 main stage season; season passes now on sale
Posted: April 18th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, Northern NY News.
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A free community news service for Peru, NY
Posted: April 18th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, Northern NY News.
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Monaco’s Land of Make Believe heritage is safe–and on public display–at the Adirondack History Museum in Elizabethtown
Posted: April 18th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Posted: April 18th, 2025 under Law Enforcement News, Political News, Upstate New York.
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Posted: April 18th, 2025 under Law Enforcement News, State Government News, Upstate New York.
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Posted: April 18th, 2025 under Law Enforcement News, Upstate New York.
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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other state agencies, local emergency response organizations, and volunteer search and rescue groups, Forest Rangers locate, and extract lost, injured, or distressed people from across New York State.
Town of Harrietstown, Franklin County
Wilderness Search: On April 8 at 10:15 p.m., Ray Brook Dispatch received a call from a subject concerned about a 57-year-old friend who was one day overdue from a hike on Seward Mountain. Six Forest Rangers started searching at 2:30 a.m., and 12 more Rangers later joined the search. One crew located the subject’s snowshoe tracks after brushing below four inches of fresh snow. The Rangers followed those tracks for 100 yards and continued in that direction. At 12:36 p.m., the Rangers located the subject at the Ouluska Pass lean-to off the Northville-Placid trail. The hiker was tired, but otherwise in good health. Rangers escorted the hiker back to the trailhead where he was met by a family member. Resources were clear at 4:52 p.m.
Town of Burke
Franklin County
Law Enforcement: On April 13, Ray Brook Dispatch requested Forest Ranger response to a wildland fire. Burke Volunteer Fire Department responded and extinguished a fire started by a subject illegally burning debris and leaves in their yard. A Forest Ranger issued a ticket for a violation of the statewide annual ban on residential brush burning.
Village of Saranac Lake
Essex County
Wilderness Search: On April 13 at 9:25 p.m., Forest Ranger responded to a call for a shoeless subject last seen walking into the woods. Rangers searched with Saranac Lake Fire Department and Saranac Lake Police. At 10:30 p.m., Rangers Adams, Corey, and Jansen located the 26-year-old in good health and walked them back to their residence. Saranac Lake EMS took over care of the subject.
Honoring Dispatchers: April 13 to 19 is National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, which honors the vital work of public safety telecommunicators, who are often the first point of contact for emergency calls.
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Posted: April 17th, 2025 under General News.
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April 17, 2025 – Elise Stefanik News Release
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Posted: April 17th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Border News, Business News, Congressional News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Political News, Regional NY-VT News.
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Posted: April 17th, 2025 under Border News, Business News, National History, National News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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Posted: April 17th, 2025 under Heathcare News, Upstate New York.
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Posted: April 16th, 2025 under Community Events, National News, Northern NY News, Political News, State Government News, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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Miner Institute is teaching students how to test drinking water
Karley Tourville, Kaysha Korth, Melina Mitchell, Violette Surman, and Oliver Hurd are members of the Students Against a Vanishing Environment Club
By John T. Ryan
The Peru High School gym is bustling with activity from Tuesday to Thursday this week as 1,200 students participate in Earth Fest 2025. Sixteen environmental education and student organizations are on hand to answer questions, distribute literature, and conduct hands-on learning activities.
The school club Students Against a Vanishing Environment hosts the event under the guidance of teacher Greg Badger. Karley Tourville explained, “Our organization is trying to assist the school with composting and maintaining the gardens. We organize clean-up days.” Kayshn Korth added, “Some people don’t respect the environment. Often, there’s a lot of trash left on the school grounds that we can help clean up.” Club President Violette Furman stated, “We’re trying to educate younger students. Some spectators at football games don’t seem to care.” Melina Mitchell emphasized, “Sometimes high school events look like a trash bowl. Educating our youth is essential for the future. We’re doing what we can to empower them.”
Organizations represented at the event include the Clinton County Soil & Water Conservation Department, Casella, the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), the Lake Champlain Basin Program, Compost For Good, the Wild Center’s Youth Climate Program, Lake Champlain Sea Grant, Miner Institute, the North Country Clean Energy Hub, the Ausable Freshwater Center, Clinton/Essex Cornell Cooperative Extension, the Clinton County Health Department, the Adirondack Watershed Institute, the Adirondack Mountain Club, and the Point Au Roche Nature Center.
Student groups involved include Students Against a Vanishing Environment, the National Art Honor Society, the National Honor Society, the High School Student Leadership Group, the Environmental Science Class, the Elementary Student Leadership Group, the Elementary Media Club, the Butterfly Effect Club, and the Science National Honor Society.
4/17/25 Correction – Violette Furman is Club President, not Karley Tourville as initially stated.
Posted: April 16th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Education News, Environmental News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Posted: April 16th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Community Events, Education News, Environmental News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Posted: April 16th, 2025 under Education News, Law Enforcement News, National News, Northern NY News, Political News, Regional NY-VT News.
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Posted: April 16th, 2025 under Law Enforcement News, State Government News, Upstate New York.
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Posted: April 15th, 2025 under Education News, Law Enforcement News, National History, Political News.
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Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Brive, Monday, April 21, from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru.
The blood collected by the Donor Center provides more than 95% of the blood used at CVPH and is used to supply other hospitals in Elizabethtown, Malone, Massena, Saranac Lake and Glens Falls.
St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273 is coordinating the drive.
Posted: April 15th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Posted: April 15th, 2025 under Business News, Law Enforcement News, National News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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New York passed a law requiring anyone operating a motorized vessel to get and carry a boating safety certificate.
Posted: April 15th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, General News, Lake Champlain News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Regional NY-VT News, State Government News.
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Peru CSD will conduct Earth Day celebration workshops involving sixteen (16) environmental education organizations and student presenters from April 15th to April 17th, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
This is a three-day event to celebrate Earth Day and bring greater awareness of environmental issues to our students, staff, and community. There will be stations similar to a science fair, with various Earth Day activities. The venues will include the High School Gymnasium, Outdoor Courtyard, and Library.
The first two (2) days will be for Middle and High School students, and the third day will be for Grades 3-5 Elementary students. Over 1,200 students will view, interact, explore, and create with presenting organizations. Student club leaders will facilitate, guide, and assist presenters. Each station will take approximately fifteen (15) minutes and may include a presentation and activity.
Classes will be divided in half to accommodate approximately ten (10) students per station. Student groups will see three (3) station presentations and activities. After the event, students will be able to share their experiences with others.
Organizations Presenting include: Clinton County Soil & Water Conservation Department, Casella, DEC, Lake Champlain Basin Program, Compost For Good, Wild Center’s Youth Climate Program, Lake Champlain Sea Grant, Miner Institute, Lake Champlain Sea Grant, North Country Clean Energy Hub, Ausable Freshwater Center, Clinton/Essex Cornell Cooperative Extension, Clinton County Health Department, Adirondack Watershed Institute, Adirondack Mountain Club, and Point Au Roche Nature Center.
Student groups include:
Students Against a Vanishing Environment, National Art Honor Society, National Honor Society, High School Student Leadership Group, Environmental Science Class, Elementary Student Leadership Group, Elementary Media Club, Butterfly Effect Club, and Science National Honor Society.
Please reach out if you have any questions and/or would like to schedule a visit.
Posted: April 14th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Environmental News, General News, Honor Flights, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru School News.
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Posted: April 14th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, General News, Northern NY News.
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CCC April 8 News Release Plattsburgh, NY – On Monday, April 7, Clinton Community College’s ASAP program hosted the CCC Alumni Showcase Luncheon, giving current students a chance to connect with graduates and explore how CCC helped shape their educational and professional journeys.
Posted: April 14th, 2025 under General News.
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The Adirondack Center for Writing (ACW) is now accepting submissions for its 12th annual Anne LaBastille Memorial Writers Residency – a fully funded, two-week residency at the Lodge on Twitchell Lake near Big Moose, NY. Submissions are due by May 19.
Each fall, ACW welcomes six poets, fiction writers and creative nonfiction writers – three from the Adirondack region and three from anywhere around the world – to the Anne LaBastille Memorial Writers Residency. Selected writers will enjoy a dedicated two-week period for creative immersion with plenty of inspiring writing spaces both indoors and out. The residency also fosters connection through fireside gatherings and family-style meals, complemented by opportunities to explore the natural surroundings. This year’s residency will take place from Sunday, September 21, to Sunday, October 5.
“The Anne LaBastille Memorial Writers Residency is such an incredible opportunity; we are so proud to offer it,” said Nathalie Thill, ACW’s executive director. “I know several residents who applied many times over the years and didn’t get in and then suddenly, they got in. It seems to happen at the right time for them, and they are always so appreciative of the time and sense of community they receive there. I can’t wait to see who we will welcome this year.”
Application Requirements:
Interested writers should prepare a brief, third-person bio, a detailed work plan describing their objectives for the residency and a writing sample showcasing the applicant’s best work in their genre (up to 10 double-spaced pages or 2,500 words maximum). To ensure impartial review, the applicant’s name must not appear anywhere on the writing sample. Selection will be based on the quality of the submitted writing, as well as the residency work plan. A $30 application fee is required.
For an additional $60, ACW will provide applicants with editorial feedback on their submitted writing samples including a detailed, 500-word letter from a panelist on strengths and areas for improvement. Reach out to info@adirondackcenterforwriting.org with any questions about the application process.
Learn more and apply to this year’s residency at adirondackcenterforwriting.org/residency. The residency is generously provided by the estate of Anne LaBastille, who wrote books that inspired generations of people to love the outdoors, including Woodswoman and Beyond Black Bear Lake.
The Adirondack Center for Writing has been bringing people and words together for 25 years through provocative events and meaningful programs. For more information about ACW, visit adirondackcenterforwriting.org or follow @adkctr4writing on Facebook and Instagram.
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Posted: April 14th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Northern NY News.
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Posted: April 14th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Town Board News.
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Posted: April 14th, 2025 under Agricultural News, Business News, General News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News, Social Issues.
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Ham and Potato Casserole
Vegetable
Bread
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!
Posted: April 14th, 2025 under Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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