LOWVILLE — Lewis County confirmed no new COVID-19 cases Monday, but confirmed one new case on Friday, bringing the county’s total number of confirmed cases to 66. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos has announced that bowhunting seasons for deer and bear begin in the Northern Zone on Sunday. Hunters are also reminded to apply for Deer Management Permits by the Oct. 1 deadline. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Just before Labor Day, seven banners honoring veterans went up along South State Street. The hanging of the banners was part of a project by two Future Career and Community Leaders of America members from Lowville Academy and Central School. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Fall is here, which means it is time for the annual Rocky Fawcett Fall Foliage Tour hosted by the Lewis County Chamber of Commerce on Saturday. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Darren P. Ortlieb, 23, of Martinsburg, was charged with driving while intoxicated by Lewis County sheriff’s deputies on Saturday. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — The Tug Hill Commission will host two training sessions for planning and zoning board members, to help them meet their annual four hour training requirement. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — The Northern New York Community Foundation’s 2020-21 Community Spirit Youth Giving Challenge is now open to students. Read More ⇒
If you spent the summer dreaming of buttered popcorn and waiting for Christopher Nolan’s latest movie to open, you’re going to have longer to wait, at least in the north country. Read More ⇒
Some remote areas of the Tug Hill contain brook trout that, without a doubt, belong to an exclusive club. Read More ⇒
CROGHAN — It’s ducks to the rescue to help the Oswegatchie Educational Center. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — The struggle for PPE, or personal protective equipment, is real, according to Mark A. Deavers, director of operations for the Gouverneur Rescue Squad. Toward the beginning of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the struggle for PPE revolved around a shortage of it, but now the rising … Read More ⇒
Our national pandemic crisis has provided an opportunity for us to reflect on days gone by and things from childhood that bring a smile. The West Martinsburg Mercantile provides a journey back in time for many of us who remember small neighborhood stores that families depended on for many ho… Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — As has been the case with several planned fundraisers, the annual End Alzheimer’s was held virtually Sept. 12. Read More ⇒
BEAVER FALLS — Beaver River Central School District announced Wednesday that one of its staff members has tested positive for COVID-19. Read More ⇒
The north country’s unemployment situation is getting better in spite of the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Traffic on North State Street filled the moment of silence as a crowd of about 20 people gathered Tuesday evening for a vigil to honor the life of late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Read More ⇒
COPENHAGEN — During an emergency meeting Tuesday morning, the village Board of Trustees declared a state of emergency due to a water shortage. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — For the first time in a year, Lowville Academy’s turf athletic complex, which sits nestled behind the school, had student-athletes running sprints and working on drills, preparing for a season on the horizon. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — The Lewis County Industrial Development Agency is returning downtown to South State Street from its current location at the Center for Business — formerly Climax Manufacturing. Read More ⇒
TURIN — A New Hartford man was arrested by Lewis County sheriff’s deputies early Friday morning in connection with a motor vehicle crash on Route 26 in the town of West Turin on Aug. 8. Read More ⇒
PULASKI — The North Country Veterinary Services office in this village in July decided to allow human clients into the building with their pets under strict pandemic protocols. Read More ⇒
One day after the death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, political representatives from across the state — including in the north country — took time from a busy campaign season to mark her passing. But as a tense Election Day looms, Republican leaders are already talking of Pre… Read More ⇒
CANTON — Inside Traditional Arts in Upstate New York’s Main Street building Friday morning, a pair of local artists worked with TAUNY staff to set up one of several exhibits in the monthlong North Country Art, Land and Environment Summit. Read More ⇒
ALBANY — The state Department of Environmental Conservation on Friday announced enforcement of New York’s plastic bag ban will begin Oct. 19. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — The Northern New York Community Foundation, in partnership with private donors, 33 public school districts and two private schools, has awarded scholarships to 531 students from Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties that will help them pursue post-secondary educational goals. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — The Northern New York weather forecast for the next several days: sunny and cool with an excellent chance of high-altitude smoky haze. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Blue for an ongoing connection with the past, teal to represent energy and growth, coral for strength and determination and honey to signify warmth and caring. Read More ⇒
Local governments across the state, including in the north country, are continuing to see decreased sales tax revenue, according to a report released Thursday by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — The official meteorological summer ends at the end of September, but it appears final data will reflect the season was unusually warm and dry. Read More ⇒
This maple products basket is one of the raffle offerings to benefit the Harrisville Central School Alumni Association Scholarship. Since the organization could not hold its annual Duck Run, they are raffling various prizes from local businesses and individuals from gas and groceries to them… Read More ⇒
The oldest community of any note in the town of Croghan, the hamlet of Belfort, dates back tothe 1830s. The site for the Settlement chosen because of the availability of waterpower. Here the Beaver River flows through a narrow gorge, which believed, would attract industry and a sizable villa… Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Not everything was canceled this summer. Although the annual Dick Guyette Golf Classic for Hospice was put on hold until 2021 the organizers were still about to make a difference, donating $4,650 to Hospice of Jefferson County. Read More ⇒
DENMARK — Not all events were canceled this summer. Although it was later in the season, the Carthage Savings Golf Classic hosted by the Carthage Area Hospital Foundation, was held Aug. 28 at Carlowden Country Club. Read More ⇒
CANTON — The state Unified Court System has rolled out COVID-19 protocols and gradually resumed in-person services in courts across New York through the spring and summer. Read More ⇒
Due to the pandemic shutdown, village elections normally held in March were postponed to Sept. 15. Read More ⇒
BOONVILLE — State police are requesting public assistance with their investigation into a head-on collision that happened over the weekend along Route 12 in the Oneida County town, just south of the Lewis County border. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Haven’t had a chance to respond to the 2020 Census? It’s not too late. Read More ⇒
COPENHAGEN — Two weeks post-operation, Andrew D. Carroll said he’s feeling good after receiving a much needed kidney transplant, thanks to a selfless donation from his aunt. Read More ⇒
School-age children in the north country have long looked forward to snow days as a bright spot during the dark days of winter, but they may become a thing of the past this school year, and possibly into future years. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Lewis County confirmed no new COVID-19 cases Monday, leaving the county’s total number of confirmed cases at 65. Read More ⇒
BOONVILLE — A 42-year-old from Boonville was killed in a head-on collision Saturday night along Route 12 in the Oneida County town just south of the Lewis County border. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Lewis Lanes is back in business following a more than six-month closure spurred by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Read More ⇒
ALBANY — The American Red Cross of Central & Northern New York is seeking nominations for its 22st annual Real Heroes Virtual Breakfast, which will be held on, Dec. 2. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Lewis County confirmed no new COVID-19 cases Friday, leaving the county’s total number of confirmed cases to 65. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Despite a court challenge and temporary injunction on last year’s state labor law, New York farmers are still pushing back against the legislation. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — A mist of rain chilled the air, creating a very somber tone for the Friday morning ceremony at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6912 Memorial Wall. About 40 people gathered to remember the 9/11 terrorist attacks which forever changed the lives of the American people. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Two people face drug possession charges after police checked on an ex-convict who is on parole on Trinity Avenue and allegedly found methamphetamine. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — A Lewis County native died Monday in a head-on collision, multiple news sources in Cottonwood, Ariz., are reporting. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — The Lewis County Chamber of Commerce is seeking input from the public to determine its annual business awards honorees. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — Lewis County confirmed no new COVID-19 cases Thursday, leaving the county’s total number of confirmed cases to 65. Read More ⇒