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Editorial — Time to pay up: Watertown tries to skirt what it owes WWNY for legal fees
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Editorial — Time to pay up: Watertown tries to skirt what it owes WWNY for legal fees

A court of law ruled last year that Watertown erred when it chose not to release a report it commissioned on former City Manager Richard M. Finn. Read More ⇒

Editorial — A swing voter: DiNapoli uses leverage as a shareholder to influence firms
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Editorial — A swing voter: DiNapoli uses leverage as a shareholder to influence firms

Editorial — Bull’s-eye! Pistol permit-holders have more leeway in St. Lawrence County
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Editorial — Bull’s-eye! Pistol permit-holders have more leeway in St. Lawrence County

Editorial — Public input important: Jefferson County police reform process needs engaged residents
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Editorial — Public input important: Jefferson County police reform process needs engaged residents

Those involved in the police reform process in Jefferson County held two online meetings last week to discuss the proposed document they created and take public comments. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Feed minds and bodies: Massena Central seeks to increase enrollment in meal programs
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Editorial — Feed minds and bodies: Massena Central seeks to increase enrollment in meal programs

Officials at Massena Central School District want to make sure every eligible student possible is taking advantage of food-assistance programs it offers. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Creative fundraising: Victims Assistance Center seeks 100 supporters to pledge $1,000
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Editorial — Creative fundraising: Victims Assistance Center seeks 100 supporters to pledge $1,000

Social service organizations often have a difficult enough time raising the funding they need to operate when the economy is healthy. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Expanding services: Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center planned in Ogdensburg
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Editorial — Expanding services: Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center planned in Ogdensburg

The plan for a group with more than 45 years of experience of providing mental hygiene services in Northern New York to operate another facility in St. Lawrence County would have tremendous benefits. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Taking out the trash: Save the River seeking devices to remove items from waterway
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Editorial — Taking out the trash: Save the River seeking devices to remove items from waterway

The Save the River organization wants to remove trash collecting in the St. Lawrence River along Clayton. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Sunnier days ahead? Solar panel project could bring 2,000 jobs to north country
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Editorial — Sunnier days ahead? Solar panel project could bring 2,000 jobs to north country

The business park under development in the town of Hounsfield could bring one of the largest manufacturing projects that Northern New York has seen in decades. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Raising concerns: Hiking federal minimum wage to $15 an hour would be costly
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Editorial — Raising concerns: Hiking federal minimum wage to $15 an hour would be costly

A call to mandate higher wages has once again stirred an old debate, and a government report has given both sides new fodder for their arguments. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Failing grades: School boards do poorly in adhering to Open Meetings Law
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Editorial — Failing grades: School boards do poorly in adhering to Open Meetings Law

The Open Meetings Law in New York ensures that public bodies are as transparent as possible in conducting the people’s business. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Low risk of high water: Regulators have determined flooding not as likely this year
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Editorial — Low risk of high water: Regulators have determined flooding not as likely this year

It appears there’s a lower risk of a significant rise in water levels this year in Northern New York. Read More ⇒

Editorial — We need answers: Cuomo administration distorted COVID-19 death numbers
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Editorial — We need answers: Cuomo administration distorted COVID-19 death numbers

A recent admission by a member of the Cuomo administration confirms the assertions of critics that those on the Second Floor tried to suppress evidence of an awful consequence of the novel coronavirus. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Keeping a close watch: Samaritan launches COVID-19 home monitoring program
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Editorial — Keeping a close watch: Samaritan launches COVID-19 home monitoring program

People who have been infected with the novel coronavirus need access to health care resources to ensure they receive the best treatment possible. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Stick it to skeptics: Alarming number of people may not get COVID-19 vaccine
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Editorial — Stick it to skeptics: Alarming number of people may not get COVID-19 vaccine

While we’re not out of the woods yet, there is a sliver of light at the end of the tunnel when it comes to the novel coronavirus pandemic. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Breaking their oaths: Ogdensburg council members violate city charter in staffing issue
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Editorial — Breaking their oaths: Ogdensburg council members violate city charter in staffing issue

Four members of the Ogdensburg City Council last year knew their demand for staffing cuts to various departments was illegal. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Leading social change: Virtual presentation for SUNY Oswego to address racial equity
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Editorial — Leading social change: Virtual presentation for SUNY Oswego to address racial equity

Recognizing a pivotal moment in our nation’s history, Bree Newsome wanted to make a statement that would be heard loud and clear. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Warm up to new ideas: State program to fund research into turning HVAC units green
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Editorial — Warm up to new ideas: State program to fund research into turning HVAC units green

Private companies, nonprofit organizations and governmental institutions have been finding effective ways to cut their greenhouse gas emissions. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Release COVID-19 data: State must comply with FOIL request on nursing home deaths
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Editorial — Release COVID-19 data: State must comply with FOIL request on nursing home deaths

Two significant actions against the Cuomo administration in the span of a week shed light on its shortcomings in handling the novel coronavirus pandemic. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Don’t let it slip: Sales tax revenue continued growth in our region last year
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Editorial — Don’t let it slip: Sales tax revenue continued growth in our region last year

Given the economic downturn resulting from the novel coronavirus pandemic, the trend for many counties last year was a loss of sales taxes. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Rebuild and protect: Cape Vincent using REDI funding to enhance shoreline areas
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Editorial — Rebuild and protect: Cape Vincent using REDI funding to enhance shoreline areas

The extensive flooding along Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River in 2017 and 2019 severely damaged numerous properties. Read More ⇒

Editorial — This needs a closer look: State AG James reveals nursing home deaths underreported
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Editorial — This needs a closer look: State AG James reveals nursing home deaths underreported

A report issued last week by state Attorney General Letitia A. James’s office confirmed what many people have asserted for months. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Fertilizer for tourism? Potsdam declares toilet gardens can stay
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Editorial — Fertilizer for tourism? Potsdam declares toilet gardens can stay

Some regions of the country are renowned for their landscapes. Read More ⇒

Editorial — The art of the deal: Censuring Trump better route than holding impeachment trial
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Editorial — The art of the deal: Censuring Trump better route than holding impeachment trial

Given his reckless conduct that contributed to an attempt to overthrow the U.S. government, many Americans believe Donald Trump should have been removed from office before his term expired Jan. 20. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Local clinic to open: Jefferson Community College to serve as site for vaccinations
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Editorial — Local clinic to open: Jefferson Community College to serve as site for vaccinations

At a time when many people have become frustrated with how efforts to control the spread of the novel coronavirus are proceeding, Jefferson County offered some hope last week. Read More ⇒

Editorial — More time needed: Ogdensburg’s sales tax plan will require extending deadline
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Editorial — More time needed: Ogdensburg’s sales tax plan will require extending deadline

The St. Lawrence County Board of Legislators Finance Committee put Ogdensburg officials in a bind over how to disperse sales tax. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Luring a big fish: Tech park in Western New York could host Samsung facility
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Editorial — Luring a big fish: Tech park in Western New York could host Samsung facility

If regional, state and federal officials present an attractive proposal, Western New York could well serve as the site for a multi-billion dollar electronics facility. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Spreading good will: Reorganized #giveNNY campaign to help tri-county nonprofits
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Editorial — Spreading good will: Reorganized #giveNNY campaign to help tri-county nonprofits

The annual GivingTuesday campaign is a way for people to do something worthwhile in their communities and around the world during the holiday season. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Dial it down: Stefanik and Walczyk hurting NNY with provocative rhetoric
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Editorial — Dial it down: Stefanik and Walczyk hurting NNY with provocative rhetoric

Two GOP stalwarts are hurting the north country with their relentless criticism of Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo. Read More ⇒

Editorial — The winds of change: Biden to reverse damage of Trump’s environmental policies
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Editorial — The winds of change: Biden to reverse damage of Trump’s environmental policies

Shortly after taking the oath of office last week, President Joe Biden signaled his intent to address lingering environmental problems. Read More ⇒

Editorial — ‘Keep calm and flannel on!’: 7th annual Snowtown Film Festival to go virtual this winter
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Editorial — ‘Keep calm and flannel on!’: 7th annual Snowtown Film Festival to go virtual this winter

The 2014 revival of a beloved winter tradition in Watertown was a great idea. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Getting work done: Time for Senate Democrats, Republicans to move forward
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Editorial — Getting work done: Time for Senate Democrats, Republicans to move forward

A few hours after being sworn into her new position Wednesday, Vice President Kamala Harris administered the oath of office to three new Democratic members of the U.S. Senate. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Animal attraction: Let’s pull together to make Zoo New York’s future a bright one
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Editorial — Animal attraction: Let’s pull together to make Zoo New York’s future a bright one

A longtime Watertown institution has a new name and fresh ideas for moving forward as it celebrates more than 100 years as a regional asset. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Time to start anew: During inaugural speech, Biden challenges us to work together
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Editorial — Time to start anew: During inaugural speech, Biden challenges us to work together

During the inauguration ceremony Wednesday, references to the U.S. Capitol reminded us what’s truly at stake in our experiment with self-government. Read More ⇒

Editorial — State of the green state: Cuomo is again ignoring local voices with climate initiatives
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Editorial — State of the green state: Cuomo is again ignoring local voices with climate initiatives

There is much to commend about Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo’s push to see renewable energy projects get underway throughout the state. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Identifying the problem: DANC surveys chart where broadband internet service lacking
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Editorial — Identifying the problem: DANC surveys chart where broadband internet service lacking

The Development Authority of the North Country has taken on the task of charting how people in Northern New York are being served when it comes to high-speed internet. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Rival voices: GOP senators in Albany call for changes in state’s policies
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Editorial — Rival voices: GOP senators in Albany call for changes in state’s policies

Republican state senators recently demonstrated that they have no intention of throwing in the towel as the opposition party in Albany. Read More ⇒

Editorial — It won’t hurt to give: Red Cross drives being held for blood, convalescent plasma
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Editorial — It won’t hurt to give: Red Cross drives being held for blood, convalescent plasma

The dominant health care issue for the past 10 months has been the novel coronavirus pandemic. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Opposite directions: Lowville, Potsdam police reform groups seeing different results
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Editorial — Opposite directions: Lowville, Potsdam police reform groups seeing different results

Late last year, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo praised the work being done by members of a board in Lowville tasked with reforming and modernizing police strategies. Read More ⇒

Editorial — Covering the gap: Congress raises school districts funding through Impact Aid
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Editorial — Covering the gap: Congress raises school districts funding through Impact Aid

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

Editorial — Take another look: State legislators should revise law on farmworker overtime
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Editorial — Take another look: State legislators should revise law on farmworker overtime

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 ⇒

Editorial — A lesson in charity: Community Spirit Youth Giving Challenge winners named
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Editorial — A lesson in charity: Community Spirit Youth Giving Challenge winners named

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 ⇒

Editorial — A local approach: State officials tell counties that they can help deliver vaccines
Editorials

Editorial — A local approach: State officials tell counties that they can help deliver vaccines

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 ⇒

Editorial — Los Angeles Times: America, we’ve got to hang on just two more weeks
Editorials

Editorial — Los Angeles Times: America, we’ve got to hang on just two more weeks

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

Editorial — A good sign: Watertown restores some of the city pay cuts made last year
Editorials

Editorial — A good sign: Watertown restores some of the city pay cuts made last year

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

Editorial — Fanning the flames: Trump and Stefanik laid foundation for assault on Congress
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Editorial — Fanning the flames: Trump and Stefanik laid foundation for assault on Congress

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

Editorial — Los Angeles Times: Trump responsible for violence
Editorials

Editorial — Los Angeles Times: Trump responsible for violence

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

Editorial — A loss for the city: Roshia to resign as Watertown councilman for job in Syracuse
Editorials

Editorial — A loss for the city: Roshia to resign as Watertown councilman for job in Syracuse

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

Editorial — A shot of relief: Cuomo needs to offer more flexibility for vaccination rollout
Editorials

Editorial — A shot of relief: Cuomo needs to offer more flexibility for vaccination rollout

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 ⇒

Editorial — Fork it over: Watertown must pay Finn report legal fees incurred by WWNY
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Editorial — Fork it over: Watertown must pay Finn report legal fees incurred by WWNY

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 ⇒

Editorial — Mounting losses: New York state faces yet another year of decrease in population
Editorials

Editorial — Mounting losses: New York state faces yet another year of decrease in population

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 ⇒

Editorial — Make it count: Ogdensburg, county must get back to negotiating sales tax plan
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Editorial — Make it count: Ogdensburg, county must get back to negotiating sales tax plan

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 ⇒

Editorial — The best season(ing): New law would limit road salt throughout Adirondack Park
Editorials

Editorial — The best season(ing): New law would limit road salt throughout Adirondack Park

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 ⇒

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