MEXICO - The veterans monument in the Mexico Village Cemetery soon will have some company. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — Lawrence and Beulah Trippany recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with an Aug. 3 family cookout at their home, hosted by their children and their spouses. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — From farming and residential to commercial to restaurant row and big box shopping, population growth fueled by Fort Drum has redefined the two-mile strip of Arsenal Street that bridges the city and town of Watertown. Read More ⇒
WADDINGTON — Bouncy houses, a petting zoo, games and food will be featured during a free Aug. 24 family event that’s been organized by the St. Lawrence County Partners 4 Substance Use Prevention. Read More ⇒
CANTON — Acupuncture and massage treatments aren’t just for humans. They’re also one of the services offered at the Canton Animal Clinic’s Harmony Healing and Wellness Center. Read More ⇒
A little more than four years ago, bones in Ky Sawyer’s left leg shattered as a car crashed into his motorcycle. A defensive tackle then for the Watertown Red & Black, he was heading home from the gym when he was hit by another car and run over. As he laid on the gritty pavement in the i… Read More ⇒
CARTHAGE — For nearly 200 years, Augustinian Academy has offered faith-based education in the greater Carthage area. Although established by the Catholic church in 1885, the school accepts students of all faiths and has a great number of military families. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — The Massena Central School District’s new school resource officer says he’s looking forward to making a difference in the lives of students. Read More ⇒
CANTON — Elizabeth C. Johnson loves living in the bustling city of San Francisco, but she also treasures her memories of growing up in small-town Canton. Read More ⇒
SYRACUSE - Upstate Medical University’s College of Nursing has received a four-year, $2.7 million grant to support students who are interested in working in rural or underserved areas after graduation. Read More ⇒
Joshua Matteson of Oswego, earned the distinction of faculty honors for spring 2019 at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Read More ⇒
MINETTO - Five youth of the Minetto United Methodist Church recently completed their confirmation studies and were received into membership in the church by the Rev. Linda Harris, pastor. The new members are Bailey Noel DePoint, daughter of Lynnette and Brad DePoint; Allyson Jean Bruns and L… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO - Fitzhugh Park Elementary School (FPS) has been designated as a Lighthouse School through FranklinCovey’s Leader in Me program. Read More ⇒
HANNIBAL - After studying different animals and learning about habitats, Fairley Elementary kindergartners recently put that knowledge into practice during a “Zoo to You” experience. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Top dogs looking to prove their moves can bring their humans to the Lewis County Fairgrounds Saturday to compete at Pet-Palooza for belly rubs and prizes. Read More ⇒
HENDERSON — A ceremony here Saturday will reflect a universal truth: a promise kept is a blessing. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — Negotiating new contracts with the district’s three bargaining units is one of the Massena Central School District’s goals for the 2019-20 school year. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — Following a special Board of Managers meeting Friday morning, Massena Memorial Hospital officials announced plans to close its Brasher Family Health Clinic and to sign an agreement with St. Lawrence Health System to provide physicians for the hospital’s Emergency Department. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Fire Coordinator’s Office partners with the Oswego County Fire Chiefs’ Association, Oswego County Firefighters’ Association, and fire departments from across the county to promote fire prevention and safety programs. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO - Serving as an innovator sponsor at Oswego Health Foundation’s upcoming gala is Hayner Hoyt, a construction company based in Syracuse. Read More ⇒
CENTRAL SQUARE - The MIA senior group is taking reservations for two upcoming trips. The first trip will be on Wednesday, Oct. 9, the group will be visiting the Arcade and Attica Railroad. The second trip on Wednesday, Nov. 13 will take the group to Del Lago Casino for the Queen of Country Show. Read More ⇒
PHOENIX - Life by the River, especially one by the Lock 1 locale in Phoenix, means an opportunity to paddle off in any meaningful direction and even reach out for the stars or far corners of the world – a geographic truth that few people realize. For what many consider a small bedroom commun… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO - Oswego residents can now renew dog licenses online using the city of Oswego’s website (www.oswegony.org). Read More ⇒
MASSENA — United Steelworkers officials say the latest contract offer from Alcoa doesn’t meet their needs, and the negotiations are continuing. Read More ⇒
CENTRAL SQUARE - The First Universalist Society of Central Square is offering a lunch-discussion course to share ideas for better living in these chaotic times. “A Different Way: Living Simply in a Complex World” is a course developed by the Northwest Earth Institute (NWEI). Read More ⇒
AMBOY - Kids of all ages are invited to come investigate insects at the Amboy 4-H Environmental Education Center at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 20 (rain date is 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21). Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN – A town budget workshop will be held the Albion Town Hall, located at 15 High St. in the hamlet of Altmar on Wednesday, Aug. 28. The workshop will run from 7-8:30 p.m. with a question and answer period following until 9 p.m. The speaker is Laird Petrie of the Office of the State C… Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — The former deputy garrison commander at Fort Drum and recipient of the Decoration for Exceptional Civilian Service award in 2010 will receive the 2019 Athena Award. Read More ⇒
Americans, crippled by debt and seeing signs of a slowing economy, are sitting out on pricey vacations and everyday leisure activities. Read More ⇒
The entire crew is ready to start working, but Gladys is being a prima donna. It’s the exact opposite of the movie star cliche: Gladys refuses to get into her trailer. She has a point. It’s late July, her trailer has no air conditioning, and it’s full of goats. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — In a near immediate response to the tragic death of 7-year-old Marquise P. Disotell, officials at Potsdam Central School, where he was a student, reached out to families to provide support. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Half of the 400 jobs Kraft Heinz planned to cut as of March 31, as indicated in their Securities and Exchange Commission filing, have already gone but of the 200 remaining none are slated for the north country. Read More ⇒
ADAMS CENTER — The South Jefferson Central School District will receive $25,000 from the America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education Program to bolster its agriculture and technology classes. Read More ⇒
CANTON — A longtime St. Lawrence County department head who has served in several different roles is retiring at the end of this month. Read More ⇒
CICERO — Girl Scout Troop 10871 of Central Square, (part of the Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways Council) is one of 200 semi-finalists in the State Farm Neighborhood Assist® program. The troop needs the community’s assistance in an online voting campaign running today through August 23 to beco… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO – United Way of Greater Oswego County Executive Director Patrick Dewine recently met with Fulton Family YMCA Family Director Amy Leotta and YMCA CEO Shonna Sargent to discuss the Y’s participation as a collection site for this year’s Stuff-A-Bus campaign. Read More ⇒
CENTRAL SQUARE - The Paul V. Moore Class of 1984 will hold their 35th reunion this weekend, Aug. 16 and 17. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO - The Oswego Bookmobile, that has been “driving books home” as their slogan suggests since 2010, invites the community to an open house from 1-3 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22 at the McCrobie Building, 41 Lake St. in Oswego. Tour the bookmobile and view photos taken over the years of parti… Read More ⇒
MINETTO - The Minetto United Methodist Church will host a free dinner from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 25. The menu, subject to change, will be barbecue pork sandwiches, salad, chips and dessert. Donations are not expected but will be accepted. Next month’s dinner will be on Sept. 22. Read More ⇒
CENTRAL SQUARE - A wine and cheese tasting fundraiser will be held from noon-5 p.m. on Aug. 17 at Buttercup Cheese, 827 US Route 11 in Central Square. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO COUNTY - The Parish Public Library will be able to move forward with its expansion now that its state grant application has been approved. Read More ⇒
NORFOLK — The news of a Potsdam woman in dire straits because of health issues, who is also facing the loss of her home, struck a chord with a local woman who banded together with friends to organize a motorcycle poker run and jamboree fundraiser Saturday. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — It’s a big week in Massena for the New York Power Authority. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — Families can get some help with back-to-school preparation during the Massena Central School District’s second Ready 4 School event, scheduled for 2 to 6 p.m. Aug. 26 at Massena Central High School. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — The Lewis County campus of Jefferson Community College will host an “instant admit and registration” event on Thursday. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — With a classical eye and reviewing a copy of the 1934 blueprints of the Potsdam Public Library, Rebecca Naomi Weld, the principal and founder of Renew Architecture & Design, is trying to bring back some of the library’s former glory in renovations that are scheduled to begin in… Read More ⇒