WATERTOWN — Scott A. Gray isn’t dwelling on Thursday night’s chaos and confusion that briefly delayed the north country’s moving into Phase II of reopening. Read More ⇒
CANTON — Joseph R. Lightfoot, R-Ogdensburg, chairman of the St. Lawrence County legislature, has appointed a task force to help guide county and regional efforts to reopen businesses as quickly and safely as possible. Read More ⇒
CANTON — The St. Lawrence County Public Health Department on Friday reported one new case of COVID-19, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to-date to 201. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — Lake Ontario’s level has begun its seasonal decline, well below its peak level a year ago, but still well above its long-term average for this point in the year. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — The Northern New York Community Foundation, 131 Washington St., has awarded an additional $9,725 in community support funding to north country organizations amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — The board of directors of the Orchestra of Northern New York voted unanimously last week to cancel all concerts for the remainder of its 2020 season. Read More ⇒
NORFOLK — Norwood-Norfolk Central School voters could have been voting on a 2020-21 budget with a 2.32 percent tax levy increase, but that won’t be happening. Read More ⇒
OGDENSBURG — In a rare unanimous vote, City Council passed a resolution supporting an agreement with the St. Lawrence County Board of Legislators to add a year to the sales tax distribution agreement that is set to run out on Nov. 30. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — Every year, participants in the Massena Recreation Department’s summer recreation program receive breakfast and lunch served by the Massena Central School District. Read More ⇒
OGDENSBURG — A special meeting of the Ogdensburg City Council will be held Friday at 4 p.m. on the Gotomeeting.com platform. Read More ⇒
CANTON — Two St. Lawrence County lawmakers will be absent during Monday’s legislative meeting. Nance A. Arquiett, D-Winthrop, and Henry Leader, R-Gouverneur, each tendered their resignations, effective May 31, due to conflicts of interest. Read More ⇒
CANTON — The St. Lawrence County Public Health Department on Thursday reported one new case of COVID-19, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to-date to 200. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — COVID-19 restrictions have led to the cancellation of the annual Potsdam Summer Festival. Read More ⇒
The state Department of Health has deployed several trained specialists to reach out to people who may have been a contact to someone who tested positive for the disease COVID-19. People in Oswego County who receive a phone call with the caller ID “NYS Contact Tracing” (518-387-9993) are ask… Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — The Potsdam Central School District is accepting applications for pre-Kindergarten enrollment for the 2020-2021 school year. All families of eligible children are strongly encouraged to apply. There are no income eligibility requirements. Applications can be completed online and ar… Read More ⇒
CANTON — Annual traditions continue at SUNY Canton despite COVID-19 stay-at-home directives and remote learning. In one of the spring’s most anticipated events, Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Courtney B. Bish recognized about 50 individuals during the virtual Student… Read More ⇒
OGDENSBURG — The city’s contract to supply security to Ogdensburg International Airport, set to run out at the end of the month, was not renewed at Tuesday night’s Council meeting. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — The Potsdam Central School District has developed a plan to slowly and safely reopen its doors starting next month. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — In a year when no voters will head to the polls to vote on school budgets, the Massena Central School District has seen a tremendous increase in the number of absentee ballots. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — Potsdam Central School District voters will be asked June 9 to approve a $34.9 million budget for 2020-21, an increase of $719,999 over the current budget. Read More ⇒
OGDENSBURG — The City Fire Department will continue to operate without a chief after a resolution to appoint an interim chief was rejected by City Council. Read More ⇒
The north country’s economy got a big boost Wednesday with the news that retailers, the real estate industry and furniture stores can reopen for business early Friday morning after being closed for more than two months because of the coronavirus. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — Unemployment rates for April in Jefferson County are the highest they have been since 1990. Read More ⇒
CANTON — The St. Lawrence County Public Health Department on Wednesday reported no new cases of COVID-19 in the county, keeping the total number of confirmed cases to-date to 199. Read More ⇒
When the COVID-19 pandemic took hold in New York two months ago, and school districts closed across the state, education budget uncertainties were exacerbated. Read More ⇒
RUSSELL — Almost 40 years after his childhood trauma began in Boy Scout Troop 42 in the town of Russell, a national interview with someone who was a member of the same troop with the same leader made him realize that he wasn’t crazy, it really did happen, he’s not alone and he can take action. Read More ⇒
OGDENSBURG — A marathon City Council meeting Tuesday night, filled with rancor between factions on the council, was highlighted by a 4-3 vote against a recommendation from the City Attorney’s office to seek outside counsel to investigate workplace violence complaints that have been reported … Read More ⇒
MASSENA — The town of Massena is hoping to install three new electric vehicle charging stations around the community, but it might take a while for any potential grant funding to come through. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — After the COVID-19 pandemic caused the three-phase major overhaul of the Potsdam Public Library to be delayed, Potsdam Library Director Ann T. Chase said a construction contract has been signed and staff is gearing up for the work, which is expected to last until September. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — Massena Mayor Timmy J. Currier has asked three community members to review material and provide input on how well an Emergency Operations Center has done during the COVID-19 crisis. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — Massena village trustees have said no to authorizing an agreement with Barton & Loguidice for a waterfront revitalization study. Read More ⇒
CANTON — The St. Lawrence County Public Health Department on Tuesday reported no new cases of COVID-19 in the county, keeping the total number of confirmed cases to-date at 199. Read More ⇒
CANTON — The Village Board unanimously passed a resolution last week in support of continued participation in the Development Authority of the North Country’s ongoing Geographic Information System program. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — Reduced production at the Arconic facility in Massena has resulted in the layoff of 24 workers. Read More ⇒
Businesses across the state have reconfigured to meet social distancing requirements to reopen. Read More ⇒
OGDENSBURG — The ceremony was small in numbers but the sentiment was heartfelt as a small group of service representatives and city officials gathered to mark Memorial Day at the Ogdensburgh Cemetery. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — Downsized and virtual ceremonies were the norm for some local communities on Memorial Day. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — The Massena Town Council took no action on proposed changes to its noise ordinance after fielding concerns during a public hearing on Wednesday. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — Air Force ROTC Detachment 536, consisting of 11 Clarkson University Class of 2020 members and one SUNY Potsdam student, pinned on their gold bars May 12 in a virtual ceremony. Read More ⇒
CANTON — St. Lawrence University graduation is steeped in tradition. While the COVID-19 pandemic has done its best to turn tradition on its head, one St. Lawrence tradition appears to have used the pandemic to its advantage. Read More ⇒
CANTON — The St. Lawrence County Public Health Department on Monday reported no new cases of COVID-19 in the county, keeping the total number of confirmed cases to-date at 199. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — Massena village trustees have finalized plans for this year’s spring cleanup, which will begin June 15 and run for two weeks, including Saturdays. Read More ⇒
CANTON — Although plans for reopening St. Lawrence County departments are being assembled, county legislators have decided they will continue to meet virtually, tentatively until July, and the public will have the opportunity to give comment, now via email. Read More ⇒
CANTON — The St. Lawrence County Public Health Department on Sunday reported one new case of COVID-19. The total number of confirmed cases to-date is now at 199. Read More ⇒
When 16 American suffragettes picketed outside the White House on July 14, 1917 — on the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille during the French Revolution — women in the United States had already been fighting for voting rights for decades. Read More ⇒
CANTON — The Canton Village Zoning Board of Appeals will host two virtual public hearings Tuesday. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — U.S. Customs and Border Protection is still not processing boats coming from Canada as recreational boating continues to be deemed not essential. Read More ⇒
POTSDAM — Minerva Plaza and the Satterlee Hall lawn, where hundreds would have gathered for SUNY Potsdam’s 200th commencement ceremony this weekend, were vacant Saturday morning. Read More ⇒
OGDENSBURG — City Council will hold its first regular council meeting since April 27 at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Read More ⇒
MASSENA — The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) has been extended this year until June 30 or until the funds are exhausted, offering Massena Electric Department customers an extra opportunity to apply for assistance with their electric bill. Read More ⇒