A report released two weeks ago provided a deeper look into how Andrew Cuomo ran the Executive Chamber, and its conclusions reaffirm the view that he abused his authority and betrayed the trust of his constituents. Read More ⇒

It’s unfortunate that a historic structure in Watertown has been neglected for so long. Read More ⇒

A shooting in Jerusalem a week ago reminded many Jewish people of the centuries of animosity they’ve endured. Read More ⇒

Residents of the town of Hounsfield and village of Sackets Harbor depend on timely medical attention from the Sackets Harbor Fire Company when it becomes necessary. Read More ⇒

The Badenhausen Library in Brasher Falls will soon undergo some big changes. Read More ⇒

The winter of 1620-21 had been brutal for the English immigrants at Plymouth Colony. Read More ⇒

For more than a century, Zoo New York has enhanced Thompson Park in Watertown by hosting wild animals native to the state. Read More ⇒

Transcripts recently released pertaining to an investigation of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo provided some troubling details about his administration. Read More ⇒

New guests of a local hotel are finding themselves increasingly unwelcome following some disturbances. Read More ⇒

Officials in the town and village of Massena are among the few in Northern New York willing to allow marijuana to be sold in their communities. Read More ⇒

Each community-based Salvation Army corps relies largely on money it raises through its Red Kettle program at Christmastime to fund its operations for the following year. Read More ⇒

For the second time in a year, state authorities decided to close a north country prison. Read More ⇒

A document developed by Jefferson County contains interesting data that could be used to address social concerns outside of merely getting around the region. Read More ⇒

Realizing dreams often takes time, but persistence pays off. Read More ⇒

The closure earlier this year of 661 Factory Street Inn & Lodging in Watertown exposed the problem of people who need affordable housing. Thankfully, authorities from the region recently gathered together to discuss the issue and see if they could come up with some solutions. Read More ⇒

Problems regularly confronted by older New Yorkers from rural areas became the subject of project conducted by AARP New York. Read More ⇒

In numerous columns published in 1914, British author H.G. Wells argued that Germany’s military ambitions must be crushed. Read More ⇒

Many people cheered the Biden administration’s recent decision to finally reopen the border to Canadian visitors. Read More ⇒

Earlier this year, the Thousand Islands Land Trust announced a campaign to raise funds to make renovations to the McCarn Creek bridge. Read More ⇒

At a time when labor shortage and supply chain problems are plaguing consumers and businesses, enforcing another novel coronavirus mandate on U.S. companies makes no sense. Read More ⇒

When something important needs to be done, Kari Aubertine isn’t shy about lending a hand. Read More ⇒

This editorial appeared in the Adirondack Daily Enterprise on Oct. 16: Read More ⇒

There’s no doubt that Martha Foley Smith exercised poor judgment in using her St. Lawrence University email account to send out a campaign message to potential supporters. Read More ⇒

Given that businesses in the Tug Hill area rely so much on snowmobiling each year, addressing the problems that come with it is essential. Read More ⇒

Proponents of open government garnered a small victory recently when Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation requiring public bodies to make documents to be discussed at open meetings publicly available at least 24 hours prior to the event. Read More ⇒

Today, residents of St. Lawrence County will select their next district attorney and a Family Court judge. Read More ⇒

The Olympic Regional Development Authority wants to make enhancements to Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington before the beginning of the World University Games in 2023. Read More ⇒

Millions of dollars are heading to the north country to help combat a scourge that has taken the lives of hundreds of residents in the region. Read More ⇒

There’s a serious shortage of forest rangers and environmental officers for state parks, and authorities need to address this problem. Read More ⇒

For many longtime and seasonal residents of the north country, it isn’t hard to recall Clayton as a much sleepier place than it is today. Read More ⇒

A statewide ballot proposal shows how little faith the folks in Albany have in a system created several years ago to reform the redistricting process. Read More ⇒

Voters in Watertown will find a more complicated list of candidates for the City Council race this year than they normally would in an election year. Read More ⇒

A five-year project was finally completed as the new Lowville Food Pantry welcomed visitors Oct. 14. Read More ⇒

Rearranging space no longer in use, Sackets Harbor Central School District is offering an area for students to receive help with various issues. Read More ⇒

The fee imposed last year on fiber optic internet providers threatened to short-circuit the state’s efforts to spread high-speed broadband to all parts of New York. Read More ⇒

There’s a century of history between the Woolworth’s franchise and the city of Watertown. Read More ⇒

Seeking better service from a company doesn’t need to be a bloodsport. Read More ⇒

Our history books are filled with accounts of politicians hell bent on satisfying their own ruthless ambitions, often to the nation’s detriment. Read More ⇒

Receiving a $20 million grant would continue the improvements at Ogdensburg International Airport made over the past five years. Read More ⇒

Municipal governments have begun making decisions about how to use the funds they’ve received through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. Read More ⇒

This editorial appeared in the Press-Republican on Oct. 12: Read More ⇒

For the past 19 months, warnings about the risks of the novel coronavirus have dominated the headlines. Read More ⇒

As they celebrate the organization’s 50th anniversary, representatives of the North Country Family Health Center have ample reason to be proud of their work and accomplishments. Read More ⇒

For more than a year and a half, most Canadian and U.S. citizens have been prohibited from crossing their shared border via land-access points. Read More ⇒

Lewis County legislators wisely opted to reject a proposal to lower the participant threshold for events requiring permits. Read More ⇒

The statistics on the spread of the novel coronavirus in Northern New York are alarming. Read More ⇒

Work has begun on projects in Cape Vincent to mitigate the serious flooding residents endured in 2017 and 2019. Read More ⇒

Many people these days say they get most of their news online from social media platforms. Read More ⇒

When he purchased it nearly two years ago, Croghan native Travis Proulx understood the Basselin House’s value to the community. Read More ⇒

Northern New York residents continue to carefully navigate the uncertainties of the novel coronavirus pandemic. Read More ⇒