To commemorate our decision to no longer live under British rule, John Adams believed we should make a lot of noise on Independence Day. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the New York Daily News on June 17: Read More ⇒

Accessing beneficial resources is critical for people with problems pertaining to substance abuse, mental health and developmental disabilities issues. Read More ⇒

A quirk of fate compelled members of the Ogdensburg City Council to do something last month that they loathe: compromise! Read More ⇒

When it comes to ensuring safety protocols are being followed during the novel coronavirus pandemic, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has put businesses on notice. Read More ⇒

They’re beautiful to look but not as numerous as in previous eras. Read More ⇒

The Ogdensburg City Council dug a deeper hole for itself Monday in addressing the question of how members can interact with their legal counsel. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Seattle Times in June 22: Read More ⇒

The daily briefings that Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo offered for the past three months on the novel coronavirus pandemic gave him a national platform. Read More ⇒

City officials prudently decided to back away from a proposal to apply for the same federal funds being sought this year for a Watertown Family YMCA project. Read More ⇒

For anyone struggling with selecting a proper gift to offer their dads today, here are some thoughts on an age-old standard. Read More ⇒

Companies in Northern New York began the process of restarting their operations last month, and some in Lewis County have benefited from a great idea. Read More ⇒

The level of protection that gay, lesbian and transgender people had against employment discrimination previously depended on where they lived. Read More ⇒

Many individuals through the years have benefited from worthwhile merchandise they’ve found at thrift shops. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Los Angeles Times on June 11: Read More ⇒

Summer won’t officially begin until this weekend, but people have already ventured onto local waterways for recreational boating. Read More ⇒

Early voting for the upcoming primary is being held this week, and north country residents should take advantage of it if they can’t make it to their polling places on June 23 or haven’t received an absentee ballot. Read More ⇒

The novel coronavirus pandemic has led to a severe economic downturn and thwarted fundraising opportunities for numerous organizations. Read More ⇒

With everyone’s attention focused this year on the novel coronavirus pandemic, it would be easy to overlook another seasonal health concern: ticks. Read More ⇒

While campaigning last year for the position of Watertown mayor, Jeffrey M. Smith declared his intention to push back against state authorities who insist the city must construct another courtroom. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Philadelphia Inquirer on June 8: Read More ⇒

When the state mandated lockdown requirements in March to thwart the spread of the novel coronavirus, there were some concerns that people who are treated for substance abuse problems wouldn’t receive the care they needed. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Dallas Morning News on June 8: Read More ⇒

Once again, President Donald Trump seemed determined to further enflame a volatile situation. Read More ⇒

It’s unfortunate that the novel coronavirus pandemic has resulted in financial problems for so many individuals. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Los Angeles Times on June 5: Read More ⇒

The high school commencement ceremony has been a rite of passage cherished by young people for generations. Read More ⇒

People living in the boundaries of Massena Central School District have a choice to make about the future of the library system that serves them. Read More ⇒

If Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo doesn’t want to be thought of as a control freak who can’t relinquish even a modest amount of power, he’s not doing a good job of communicating this message. Read More ⇒

People in Washington, D.C. joined others this week in publicly opposing the use of controversial practices by law enforcement agents that have killed many black Americans for no apparent reason. Read More ⇒

The horrific legacy of black Americans needlessly killed by police officers in this country has continued, and many people have had enough. Read More ⇒

Who knew it was until last week illegal for masked New Yorkers to loiter? Read More ⇒

An old tradition throughout the north country will have new requirements this year. Read More ⇒

Only time will tell how the novel coronavirus pandemic has hurt people, companies and organizations throughout Northern New York. Read More ⇒

Earlier this year, the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Adaptive Management Committee received a combined $3 million from the Canadian and U.S. governments to conduct an expedited review of the water management policy enforced by the International Joint Commission. Read More ⇒

The three bridges connecting Northern New York with Canada have seen a substantial drop-off in vehicular traffic since the border was closed more than two months ago. Read More ⇒

In dealing with the devastating effects of the novel coronavirus pandemic, many aspects of life have been put on hold. Read More ⇒

Preventing an infant’s death could be as simple as changing a few conditions about the way he or she sleeps. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Dallas Morning News on May 21: Read More ⇒

The stakes for the Allied forces in securing victory during World War II could not have been higher. Read More ⇒

When the recycling transfer station in Harrisville opens for business, Watertown officials should consider sending the city’s recyclable goods there rather than the facility in Jefferson County. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Chicago Tribune on May 18: Read More ⇒

We’ve have been waiting for this moment since last fall! Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Dallas Morning News on May 18: Read More ⇒

Much of the news concerning the economy during the novel coronavirus pandemic has been dismal. Read More ⇒

As it has throughout its history, the U.S. Postal Service remains a vital resource for numerous Americans. Read More ⇒

The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day organized by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, which was scheduled for April 25, had to be postponed due to the novel coronavirus pandemic. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Seattle Times on May 11: Read More ⇒

During his visit to Watertown last week, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said the north country had reached the appropriate benchmarks to begin reopening Friday. Read More ⇒

The idea of developing a new protocol for when members of the Watertown Fire Department should respond to medical emergencies is a good one. Read More ⇒