More than 1,200 school districts across the country have good portions of federally owned land within their borders. Read More ⇒

While farmers throughout the state recently got a breather when it comes to having to pay more overtime to their workers, this issue will hang over them unless authorities come to their senses. Read More ⇒

Last fall, the Northern New York Community Foundation continued a wonderful program to encourage young people to become more engaged in the neighborhoods in which they live. Read More ⇒

State authorities will correct some of the errors they made with their COVID-19 vaccination rollout by allowing counties to play a bigger role. Read More ⇒

Virtually every public entity has felt the crunch of the novel coronavirus pandemic on their financial resources. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Los Angeles Times on Thursday: Read More ⇒

The scenes Wednesday from Washington of right wing belligerents vandalizing our democracy are repulsive but, unfortunately, not at all surprising. Read More ⇒

The following editorial was published by the Los Angeles Times on Wednesday: Read More ⇒

The novel coronavirus has forced Jesse C.P. Roshia to abruptly end his tenure on the Watertown City Council. Read More ⇒

Last week, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo threatened to bring the hammer down on medical personnel who dared provide COVID-19 vaccinations to anyone not belonging to a group on his approved list of priorities. Read More ⇒

It’s generally accepted that if you provoke someone into spending money to correct a wrong you committed, you should compensate them if you lose in court. Read More ⇒

A researcher at Cornell University in Ithaca believes that New York’s drop in population won’t be quite as bad as is being projected by the U.S. Census Bureau. Read More ⇒

It’s uncertain how much influence Ogdensburg Mayor Jeffrey M. Skelly and City Manager Stephen P. Jellie will be able to wield in their call for a change in leadership on the St. Lawrence County Board of Legislators. Read More ⇒

Conservation groups in Northern New York scored a victory in early December by persuading Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo to sign a bill designed to lessen problems caused by road salt in the Adirondacks. Read More ⇒

Village officials in Potsdam are wise to delve more deeply into a request by St. Lawrence Health System to obtain additional land. Read More ⇒

In a year of such horrible news, it’s inspiring to read about how people in the north country continue to do what they can to help those in need. Read More ⇒

Efforts to reform the state’s election process took another step forward last week. Read More ⇒

As he threatened to do a few weeks ago, President Donald Trump has vetoed the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2021. Read More ⇒

“And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed. (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. Read More ⇒

Despite it being Christmastime, many people don’t feel very festive. Read More ⇒

Many businesses throughout New York were severely hurt by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Read More ⇒

Last week, we managed to avoid the usual “case of the Mondays.” Read More ⇒

It’s well known that adopting single-stream recycling increases participation in any program designed to reduce material headed for landfills. Read More ⇒

Members of a group affiliated with the International Joint Commission are taking a proactive move to curtail potential flooding next year along the major waterways in Northern New York. Read More ⇒

Watertown officials who believed a second City Court facility was unnecessary are no doubt pleased that Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo agreed with their assessment. Read More ⇒

The news concerning the redistricting process in New York has for the past few years not been very good. Read More ⇒

Months of social distancing haven’t been good for many north country residents. Read More ⇒

There are 62 municipalities certified as Climate Smart Communities in the state, and Lewis County has wisely decided to join their ranks. Read More ⇒

With winter fast approaching, having sufficient heat to ensure their residences remain habitable will be a concern for many north country residents. Read More ⇒

While temperatures are expected to reach the mid-40s this weekend, we can’t ignore the fact that another north country winter season is upon us. Read More ⇒

The history of the Jewish people has always been one of tremendous struggle and ultimate survival against incredible odds. Read More ⇒

An international celebrity has been recruited to help people in the area who need assistance during the holidays. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Miami Herald on Dec. 6: Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in Bloomberg Opinion on Dec. 2: Read More ⇒

Mabel Walker, who died Sunday at age 93, exhibited an indomitable spirit, forcefully improving the community and providing substantial financial support for exceptional numbers of projects which enhanced Watertown, the entire North Country and the lives of so many of its citizens. Read More ⇒

As with most aspects of life affected by the novel coronavirus pandemic, the annual 20 Under 40 program overseen by NNY Business magazine needed to adapt to some changes this year. Read More ⇒

The Lewis County Board of Legislators appointed a new member this week, and she’s enthusiastic about representing her constituents. Read More ⇒

In the waning weeks of his administration, President Donald Trump has thrown a wrench into the budget process for fiscal year 2021. Read More ⇒

Will the Steve D. Alteri Municipal Pool at the Alex T. Duffy Fairgrounds in Watertown get a second chance? Read More ⇒

Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties recorded their highest combined number of new cases of the novel coronavirus for a single day this week since the beginning of the pandemic. Read More ⇒

Given the measures implemented to curtail the spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic this year, determining how much authority the government has to restrict religious worship was bound to come before the U.S. Supreme Court. Read More ⇒

Members of Congress seemed more eager at the beginning of the novel coronavirus pandemic to approve an economic stimulus package than they’ve been lately. Read More ⇒

When comparing colleges and universities to attend, more students these days want to know how these schools implement environmental policies. Read More ⇒

To avoid having the state reimpose strict regulations on residents and businesses, Jefferson County Board of Legislators Chairman Scott A. Gray urged constituents to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus by adhering to safety protocols. Read More ⇒

While their journey began very late in the year, dozens of English citizens clung to the hope they would arrive safely at their destination across the vast Atlantic. Read More ⇒

The Development Authority of the North Country continues to work with municipal governments to broaden its understanding of how well people are being served when it comes to broadband internet. Read More ⇒

Clues as to how novel coronavirus infection rates may increase after Thanksgiving can be seen in what occurred among our friends north of the border. Read More ⇒

Publicizing information about where cases of the novel coronavirus have been documented in Jefferson County is becoming much more common. Read More ⇒

Unbeknownst to most of us, members of various law enforcement agencies spent untold hours over the past two years — including much of what should have been personal time — focused on investigating drug activity in Jefferson County. Read More ⇒

There is no question that President Donald Trump has the right to challenge the perceived results of this year’s presidential race. Read More ⇒