MASSENA — The Massena Central School District is working with St. Lawrence Health System to establish a COVID-19 vaccination clinic in the district, possibly in the high school gymnasium. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — SUNY Oswego communication studies faculty member Jason Zenor’s new book takes a different approach to media law — focusing forward instead of back. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The Oswego Health Foundation was recently awarded $5,000 through Walmart’s Local Community Grant program. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — The following students have been named presidential scholars for the fall 2020 semester at Clarkson University: Read More ⇒
Most of the faculty at a southern Minnesota high school can’t wait to get the shots that will protect them against COVID-19. But an instructor who teaches business classes said he’s not ready to take it, and he fears that his refusal to get vaccinated will prevent him from returning to his c… Read More ⇒
Some 762,615 pounds of pepperoni pizza Hot Pockets are being recalled, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service. Read More ⇒
As industries go, residential construction in America has largely weathered the pandemic thanks to steady demand and low interest rates. Worksites nationwide are humming with good, paying jobs at a time when 1 in 8 workers are receiving unemployment checks. So why on earth are some construct… Read More ⇒
MASSENA — Schools may be in flux with some students learning in person and others learning remotely, but the Massena Central High School Student Council is trying to unite all students, no matter where they’re learning. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — For sale: Hundreds of pieces of used office equipment once used by employees who worked in a call center in a large Arsenal Street building. Read More ⇒
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Columbia College of Missouri recently announced its dean’s list for the fall semester (August through December 2020) Read More ⇒
SYRACUSE — Olinsky Law Group announced that they have added Susan Allen, Esq., Alexander Hobaica, Esq. and Amy Ganetis, Esq. as Social Security Disability Appeals Federal Court attorneys and Social Security Disability Hearing attorney Valerie Didamo, Esq. Read More ⇒
FULTON — Anyone who purchases a Lions Loot ticket from now through Feb. 5 will receive fresh roses for free, announced club President David Guyer. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The Oswego Rotary Club will offer four scholarships and one award for students graduating from the Oswego City School District this year. Read More ⇒
The Nissan Kicks is an inexpensive vehicle, but it’s not cheap. Updated for 2021, this likable subcompact crossover offers loads of high-end features and plenty of interior space, all at a bargain-basement price. Read More ⇒
2021 Volvo S60 T5 Momentum FWD: Is the less expensive Volvo worth trying? Read More ⇒
Q: What does it mean to buy a certified car? When I got my used 2018 Toyota Camry SE nearly a year ago, they played up the certified car bit, but I found out later that it does not mean anything. I feel this dealer is doing an injustice to their customers. I tried to get that answer from the… Read More ⇒
Among a grid of faces, a silent talking head is interrupted: “You’re muted.” Read More ⇒
MASSENA — The Massena Central School District is using artificial intelligence to better communicate with students and families. Read More ⇒
OGDENSBURG — Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center has begun construction on a new Children’s Mental Health Unit with the help of a $100,000 donation from the CHMC Auxiliary. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — This year, the United Way of Northern New York marks its 100th year of serving the area. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — Recently, the National Park Service interviewed Clarkson University’s Beacon Institute’s Dr. Michael Conrad, a historian with an expertise in building materials, for a history podcast for the National Park Service. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — The Youth Philanthropy Council of the Northern New York Community Foundation recently awarded $5,000 in grants to five North Country nonprofit organizations to support their work and mission in the nonprofit sector. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — Clarkson University Doctor of Physical Therapy student Paige Weston ‘23 has been awarded the Kafka-Phillips Memorial Scholarship. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — Clarkson University is celebrating the life of Distinguished Professor Emeritus and Distinguished Professor of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering William R. Wilcox. Read More ⇒
MEXICO — Noah Walter, one of Oswego County Pathways in Technology program students, has been nominated for the prestigious United States Presidential Scholars Program. Read More ⇒
SYRACUSE — Recognizing and taking steps to address the warning signs of Alzheimer’s and other dementias can be extremely challenging — especially in the early stages. It’s easy and common to dismiss cognitive changes in oneself or a family member as “normal aging.” Read More ⇒
FULTON — United Way of Greater Oswego County announced that Sue Palmer is the winner of the annual DuFore’s diamond ring raffle. The drawing was broadcast live on the organization’s Facebook page with board member Kristin Coyle drawing Palmer’s lucky ticket. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — SUNY Oswego technology education students and schoolchildren had the opportunity to connect for hands-on lessons via the first-ever virtual STEM 4 Kids and Young Inventors programs. Read More ⇒
FULTON — A new retail shop in Fulton has already delivered on their promise to bring art with their gift shop. Pau’s General Store located in downtown Fulton, announced a new year’s window display celebrating holidays in every month. Read More ⇒
Production at U.S. manufacturers increased in December by more than projected, marking an eighth straight month of gains as steady yet more moderate demand growth and lean inventories continue to power the sector’s recovery. Read More ⇒
A new biodegradable drinking straw, called a phade straw, is appearing in Dunkin’ stores in the U.S. Its manufacturer, WinCup says it’s meant to be composted at home or in an industrial facility. But it also knows you might not compost it at all — and that’s OK. Read More ⇒
COVID-19 shaped the face of 2020, delivering shockwaves through the economy and sending much of the American workforce into sudden unemployment. Record-breaking hurricane and wildfire seasons have further impacted millions of people’s daily lives and finances across the country. While there … Read More ⇒
MASSENA — One school district in the tri-county region had 100% graduation of students in the Cohort Class of 2016 — those who entered ninth grade in 2016 and graduated in 2020 — according to data released by the state Education Department on Thursday. Read More ⇒
ELLISBURG — On a quiet Friday afternoon earlier this month, two young cousins played in their grandmother’s house, giggling the hours away as they waited for her famous meatballs to be ready. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — A day after reporting the highest total of deaths due to COVID-19 complications in a single day — six — on Thursday, the tri-county region reported no additional deaths Friday. Read More ⇒
Dollar General won’t make its employees choose between a paycheck and a COVID-19 vaccine. Read More ⇒
Wheat rose to a six-year high in Chicago after top exporter Russia said it’s ratcheting up efforts to cool domestic food inflation by curbing grain exports. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — As the state moves further into Phase 1B of COVID vaccinations, pharmacies like Kinney Drugs and Bolton’s have received initial shipments of 100 doses of the Moderna vaccine. Read More ⇒
CANTON — One more coronavirus-related death at the Canton Rehabilitation and Senior Care facility has been recorded since Thursday, according to a Friday update from United Helpers. Read More ⇒
The following students from Northern New York were named to the dean’s list for the fall semester at SUNY Potsdam. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — Last summer, an unusual-looking boat turned heads when it was spotted driving along the St. Lawrence River, near Cape Vincent, with what appeared to be no one driving it. Read More ⇒
Congress restarted the popular Paycheck Protection Program in the latest round of coronavirus aid legislation passed late last December, and many local banks are preparing for their next round of applicants. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — The Watertown Downtown Business Association is hosting a virtual town hall meeting on Wednesday morning to present its plans for a downtown Business Improvement District in the city. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — The tri-county region reported six additional deaths from COVID-19 complications Thursday as the three counties also reported 280 new cases of the virus. Read More ⇒
CANTON — United Helpers’ two nursing homes in St. Lawrence County report six new cases of COVID-19, and zero deaths Thursday. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — Some school districts in each of the tri-counties have switched to remote learning after positive cases of COVID-19 were identified in their buildings. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — This year, Oswego Health had a rather special Christmas bonus for its frontline healthcare workers. Wrapped in a syringe, 1,159 doses of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine were administered to employees, EMTs, firefighters, medical examiners, coroners, and other community providers, beginni… Read More ⇒
LATHAM — Maj. Gen. Ray Shields, the adjutant general for the state of New York, announces the promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Assembly Minority Leader William Barclay announced that he will host a blood drive to benefit the American Red Cross from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 15 at the Roy C. McCrobie Building, located at 41 Lake St., Oswego. Read More ⇒
