What the United States gained in the Battle of Iwo Jima was significant. Read More ⇒

Like many other popular events in Northern New York this month, the 17th annual Polaris SNIRT Poker Run had to be delayed due to concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More ⇒

Let’s hope one major problem doesn’t lead to another. Read More ⇒

Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, there have been numerous stories of individuals going above and beyond to help others. Read More ⇒

On March 16, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo signed an executive order delaying village elections throughout New York scheduled for two days later until April 28 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More ⇒

We could really use Perry Mason to resolve the courtroom drama that’s persisted in the city of Watertown for the past several years. Read More ⇒

While certain travel restrictions between Canada and the United States are warranted to control the spread of COVID-19, they must not become so onerous as to thwart the free trade necessary for businesses on both sides of the border. Read More ⇒

Two community projects in the works give us hope while showing that life goes on even under dire circumstances. Read More ⇒

Let’s be honest. The U.S. Census Bureau is not one of the federal agencies that’s on everyone’s mind during this COVID-19 pandemic. Read More ⇒

News of the global COVID-19 crisis has everyone concerned. Read More ⇒

The steps that state authorities have taken to curtail the spread of COVID-19 turned even more drastic Monday morning. Read More ⇒

A bill introduced by two state legislators from the north country would create a safer environment outside Hermon-DeKalb Central School. Read More ⇒

People around the world are justifiably concerned about becoming infected by COVID-19. Read More ⇒

The word “tax” is a painful word for many elected officials to utter. Read More ⇒

No one wants to hear that the amount of money coming from a particular source will decline. Read More ⇒

The 27 students in the second construction class offered at the Lewis County JCC Education Center have learned that working with their hands is just as important as a career skill as is working with their minds. Read More ⇒

Public officials must take a lot of criticism from constituents. This, after all, comes with the territory. Read More ⇒

Public concerns over the global spread of the COVID-19 are certainly valid. Read More ⇒

Guns rights activists in the north country want local lawmakers to take up their campaign against state laws regulating firearms. Read More ⇒

The snowstorm that struck last week reminded all of us how challenging winter can be each year in the north country. Read More ⇒

Elected officials in New York are tripping over themselves showing who can pander more to their constituents concerning record high-water levels along Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River. Read More ⇒

It’s become obvious that Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo considers local input on major projects affecting residents in upstate New York very annoying. Read More ⇒

For many families in Northern New York, hunger is not seasonal. Read More ⇒

More than two years ago, nonprofit organizations in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties banded together to let people know how they could make their contributions to an annual event benefit our region. Read More ⇒

Last year, the Massena Memorial Hospital Board of Managers decided to seek the designation of Critical Access Hospital by the federal government. Read More ⇒

Representatives of the New York State Zoo at Thompson Park made an appeal to Watertown officials this week for an increase in funding. Read More ⇒

It’s good to know that a reporter’s instincts for a compelling story never diminish, even when that individual moves on to a different career. Read More ⇒

For years, New York officials have done their best to avoid taking responsibility for contaminating wells in the north country as a result of the salt they use on numerous roadways. Read More ⇒

In early 1980, few people thought the U.S. men’s hockey team had much of a chance of defeating their rivals from the Soviet Union at the Winter Olympic Games in Lake Placid. Read More ⇒

Officials in Lewis County continue to have difficulty making decisions about what to do with specific buildings. Read More ⇒

On Feb. 12, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo used recent incidents to promote some waterway projects that have been discussed for years. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Adirondack Daily Enterprise on Feb. 20: Read More ⇒

Displaying a bit of the out-of-the-box thinking he’s known for, Watertown Mayor Jeffrey M. Smith said city officials should see if they could use some federal development funds for public safety purposes. Read More ⇒

It’s difficult enough for social service agencies to help people victimized by tragedies when they occur at their homes. Read More ⇒

The following editorial appeared in the Los Angeles Times on Feb. 12: Read More ⇒

In October, representatives of the state Department of Environmental Conservation revealed that the emerald ash borer has increased its presence in Northern New York. Read More ⇒

In 2018, about 3,800 New Yorkers died as a result of air pollution that originated in another state. Read More ⇒

Come March 1, the phrase “Paper or plastic?” will be completely obsolete. Read More ⇒

While Susan B. Anthony would not live to see the fulfillment of her life’s work, she never abandoned hope it would come true. Read More ⇒

Having served in education for many years, Peter J. Turner had a vision for his retirement. Read More ⇒

Whether it’s motor vehicles, crude oil or computer data, the only way to ensure traffic moves swiftly is with an adequate infrastructure. Read More ⇒

In rejecting a measure concerning their proposed budget, Ogdensburg City Council members made a valid point about their responsibilities as public officials. Read More ⇒

The faculty, staff and students at Clarkson University have been at the forefront of the push for green energy in Northern New York. Read More ⇒

When the state Legislature passed the Farm Laborers Fair Labor Practices Act last year, we lauded some of its worthy provisions on this page. Read More ⇒

Legislators in Albany last year wisely amended a provision of election law that overburdened voters who wanted to switch their political affiliation for upcoming primaries. Read More ⇒

LOS ANGELES (Tribune News Service) — The debacle of Monday’s Iowa Democratic caucuses spotlights the persistent problems that emerge every four years in that state, where voters are traditionally the first in the country to choose among the presidential candidates. Read More ⇒

Community efforts have shown signs of progress in persuading military officials to select Fort Drum as the home of a newly created U.S. Army Corps headquarters. Read More ⇒

Life proved very difficult for Izzy Demsky while growing up in Central New York. Read More ⇒

No public body in New York state has yet created a Second Amendment Sanctuary, but residents in two local counties this week urged their elected officials to do so. Read More ⇒

New York has a serious problem concerning its residents. Read More ⇒