CENTRAL SQUARE — The Central Square Community Historical will hold a history talk and open museum viewing at the village municipal office, 3125 East Ave., Central Square on Jan. 17 as long as the office has re-opened to the public. Watch the municipal sign or Central Square Happening and his… Read More ⇒
A renowned boat builder who pioneered the creation of lightweight canoes that fit perfectly with the wilderness of Adirondack ponds and lakes — “the lightest boats in the woods” — died Saturday following a hike with his family. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — Well, thank God that’s (almost) over. Read More ⇒
The letter that an Air Force veteran wrote to his mom 65 years ago and which was discovered decades later in the walls of a Sandy Creek home has been returned to him. Read More ⇒
William Salisbury’s trio of commissioned crows have arrived to roost in Cambridge, Md., and appropriately, an avian welcome party flew in for the occasion. Read More ⇒
SCHROEPPEL — Seventy-five years ago, bunches of girls and young ladies descended onto a rustic area of the town of Schroeppel to embark on a new adventure – summer camp. Read More ⇒
CENTRAL SQUARE — The Central Square Community Historical will hold a history talk and open museum viewing at the village municipal office, 3125 East Ave, Central Square from 1 to 3 p.m. on Dec. 13. Read More ⇒
While there was no public ceremony to light the holiday decorations on Public Square this year, Times librarian Kelly Burdick searched the archives for photos of tree lightings and Christmas parades of the past. Some decorations have long been retired, while some look much the same today. Read More ⇒
Moorhead Plastics, Inc. of Moorhead, Minn. built two snow vehicles in 1967. One for themselves called the T-Bird “for the fun at heart” and one on behalf of Don Thompson called the Yukon-King snowmobile. The imperial blue fiberglass cowled T-Bird was flightless, while the orange cowled Yukon… Read More ⇒
A letter written 65 years ago that was found during the renovation of an 1810 home in Sandy Creek is one step closer to being returned to the person who composed the words in 1955. Read More ⇒
CANTON — The many secrets and treasures held in the archives of the St. Lawrence County Historical Association may soon be easily available to the world. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — After 14 years stewarding Potsdam’s archives and artifacts, Mimi Van Deusen will be retiring as museum director, but her passion and pursuit of history won’t. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — More people turning to cremation when they die is taking a financial toll on Bayside Cemetery in Potsdam. Read More ⇒
If Thanksgiving looks different for you this year, take comfort in these photos of Thanksgivings past, pulled from our archives. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — National nonprofit Wreaths Across America announced that Fort Ontario has once again joined the effort to support the mission to “Remember, Honor, Teach” as an official location for Wreaths Across America Day Saturday, Dec. 19. This is the third year that Fort Ontario will participa… Read More ⇒
The story of the “Ghost Army” may become more known through a bipartisan effort in the Senate. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — Throughout life, Darrel Downing Rippeteau depended on a steadfast dedication to training and discipline for his success. Read More ⇒
CENTRAL SQUARE — The Central Square Community Historical Society will hold a history talk and open museum viewing at the village municipal office, 3125 East Ave., Central Square, on Nov. 15. Read More ⇒
SANDY CREEK — An Air Force veteran’s words to his mother written 65 years ago have found their way to the Watertown Daily Times, with a request. Read More ⇒
Watertown has a strong tradition of honoring its service members on Veterans Day. These photos show the ceremonies held on Public Square through the years, beginning with the very first as World War I ended in 1918. Read More ⇒
SYRACUSE — The next grant round of the William G. Pomeroy Foundation’s New York State Historic Marker Grant Program opened Monday. Read More ⇒
SACKETS HARBOR — Driving through the village, common sights include the towering United Presbyterian Church, the Seaway Trail Discovery Center and various other buildings along the way, all lending their stories to the rich history of Sackets Harbor. On Thursday, another sight drew attention… Read More ⇒
PULASKI — The village of Pulaski has significant historic architecture that makes Pulaski a distinctive place. Pulaski has a historic district that is basically the core of the village and listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. But there are other properties that are not present… Read More ⇒
Take a look back at some of the campaigns and election nights of the past. How many do you remember? Read More ⇒
The Everson Museum of Art in Syracuse raised lots of cash in early October when it sold a Jackson Pollock painting for $12 million. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego and Treasure Chest Gift Shop are open for visitation but also offer a treasure chest of gift ideas, including an opportunity to win some great prizes. Read More ⇒
HENDERSON — A hobby that began thousands of miles away may have led to the discovery of a piece of history lost to the waters of Henderson Bay generations ago. Read More ⇒
LISBON — Rising up in the mid-1800s along with the abolitionist movement, Lisbon’s White Church has always been of historic stature. Now, with the help of community members and historians, the site has been officially recognized by the Pomeroy Foundation. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Oswego County officials have named a committee to create a series of events to honor the 75th anniversary of Camp Hollis, the county’s children’s camp located in the town of Oswego. The camp will celebrate its 75th summer of operation in 2021. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — Town of Massena officials are asking departments to look at where they could cut funding by 20%, but a member of the Town Museum Board said that may be difficult for them to do. Read More ⇒