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January 24, 2012
OXLEY "SHOCKED" OVER JUROR'S DREAM DURING MURDER TRIAL
Jury seated for Goley trial
FORT DRUM WARNS SOLDIERS ABOUT PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION
Adirondack International Speedway's future
Assemblywoman pushing to keep Watertown as DOT Hub
WATERTOWN WOMAN TAKES PART IN PRO-LIFE MARCH IN WASHINGTON
Ronald McDonald House Charities of NNY Accepting Grant Applications
FUNDRAISER PLANNED TO HONOR POPULAR LOWVILLE SWIM COACH
The FBI wants you to know about the latest email scam
January 23, 2012
Two men killed in separate Lewis County snowmobile accidents
Black River man sent to prison for stealing car
TRIBAL POLICE TO TAKE OVER MOHAWK CASINO DUTIES FROM STATE TROOPERS
School wants to become wireless
FIRE DESTROYS GARAGE AT WATERTOWN APARTMENT COMPLEX
Potsdam man charged with endangering welfare of child following investigation into domestic dispute
AREA RESIDENTS STEP UP TO HELP 'WILLIE'
Gouverneur man arrested twice after domestic dispute
January 22, 2012
Canastota man dies in Lewis County snowmobile crash
"THE TREWS" TAKE TO THE STAGE IN WATERTOWN
TOMASELLI ADMITS TO LYING ABOUT "SMALL THINGS"
BARN DESTROYED BY FIRE IN ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY
Trucking industry climbing out of recession, local carriers say
Watertown zoo prepares to transform aviary
Morristown man jailed after second domestic dispute with woman
Troubled Syracuse man left few hints before drowning the 3-year-old son he loved
Ogdensburg woman charged with harassment after argument at Burger King
January 21, 2012
Confronted with evidence that he lied, Bernie Fine accuser Zach Tomaselli tearfully admits, 'You caught me'
OXLEY JURY WARNED NOT TO VISIT SOCIAL WEBSITE
WATERTOWN MAN CHARGED WITH POSSESSING CHILD PORNOGRAPHY
HSBC CUSTOMERS REACT TO SALE OF BANK BRANCHES
Watertown man charged with contempt
MAN CHARGED WITH MANSLAUGHTER IN SHOOTING OF HUNTING BUDDY
Woman accused of violating court order
BANK ROBBER GETS 3 YEARS IN PRISON
G&J Liquor will close
FORMER CAPE VINCENT CLERK SENTENCED FOR STEALING FROM
Alex Bay clinic receives plaque for treating tobacco dependence
DEC monitors winter effects on animals
January 20, 2012
Former Carthage hospital executive found dead
ONE DEAD, 2 INJURED IN ACCIDENT IN ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY
Phase two of remediation to begin at old GM plant
LYONS FALLS MAN KILLED IN CRASH
Watertown woman referred to Drug Court for felony aggravated DWI plea
LOCAL LEADERS APPLAUD TOURISM INITIATIVES
IJC expected to release water level plan next week
Watertown may help Benchmark Family Services restructure
Sackets Harbor ends investigation of police chief
Viggo’s latest movie to hit Watertown
BONNIE CASTLE REC CENTER RESCUED FROM CLOSURE...FOR NOW
January 19, 2012
Mark's Law approved by Senate committee
IS MARY CORRIVEAU REALLY OUT AS CITY MANAGER?
With city manager’s pending departure, what comes next?
TWO INJURED IN CRASH BETWEEN PICKUP AND DUMP TRUCK
Buying homes could become more attractive for Fort Drum families as deployments shorten
MASSENA POLICE OFFICER CHARGED WITH DWI
Aubertine touts agriculture, budget in Watertown talk
Occupy Syracuse still must leave despite lapsed deadline, Mayor Stephanie Miner says
TRICKEY MURDER WAS 'ACT OF RAGE,' DISTRICT ATTORNEY TELLS JURORS
Regional beef producer workshop set in Malone
Gouverneur to receive fingerprint scanner
Watertown man admits selling cocaine before being sentenced to prison
January 18, 2012
WWNY-TV: WATERTOWN CITY MANAGER MARY CORRIVEAU IS OUT
WDT: Watertown City Council won’t renew city manager’s contract
OGDENSBURG LAWMAKERS FIRE SCIORRA
Cuomo proposes second austere budget
Budget disappoints NNY school districts
STRONG WINDS CAUSE POWER OUTAGES
SOLDIER AIRLIFTED TO HOSPITAL AFTER CRASH ON FORT DRUM
South Lewis school board votes to close Constableville Elementary
Toddler found wandering the streets; mom charged
TUPPER LAKE MAYOR SAYS PROJECT GOOD FOR NORTH COUNTRY
Ives Hill official warns about snowmobiling on golf course
Massena man accused of choking woman
January 17, 2012
SICK JUROR DELAYS OPENING ARGUMENTS IN OXLEY TRIAL
Two Lowville women arrested after fight
NATURAL GAS PRICES COULD MEAN DROP IN HEATING COSTS FOR SOME
Cuomo to unveil budget today in Albany
PAIN AT THE PUMP TO GET EVEN WORSE
OPENING STATEMENTS IN OXLEY TRIAL EXPECTED TUESDAY
Adams store to be featured in reality show
Thousand Islands promoting ice sports in community
Watertown city council to look at employee health benefits
"SEIZURE ALERT DOGS FOR LIFE" CLIENTS GETTING MONEY BACK
Canton woman charged in $40,000 theft scheme
NEW YORK'S TAX REVENUES REMAIN UNCERTAIN
Judge denies Harrisville mill shutdown over noise, vibration complaints
Holidays benefits Carthage-area business
Crow hazing continued in Watertown
January 16, 2012
Calzone-wielding Gouverneur man faces harassment charge after domestic dispute
COLD TEMPS HIT NORTH COUNTRY THIS WEEKEND
Watertown woman arrested on harassment charge
In spat between Cuomo and Silver, Russell stays above the fray
Driver ticketed after head-on crash in LeRay
Glenfield man admits to kidnapping teen, going to Florida
Fort Drum man charged with disorderly conduct
One injured in two-car collision
WOMAN ACCUSED OF HARASSMENT USING SOMEONE ELSE'S FACEBOOK ACCOUNT
Commander letter commends MLK, reminds soldiers about political involvement
Black River Valley Club seeks members
CARTHAGE VFW HOLDS BRUNCH TO BENEFIT MILITARY KIDS
January 15, 2012
Bernie Fine's fourth accuser, Floyd VanHooser, recants: 'I told a lot of lies'
Jordan man hospitalized after snowmobile accident
THE NORTH COUNTRY DIGS OUT
FOUR SENT TO HOSPITAL FOLLOWING HEAD-ON COLLISION
Gas stations now serving beer on tap
Lewis County women file suit stemming from car-horse accident
Potsdam village enjoys ‘above average’ economic development in 2011
Watertown teen jailed on charges of criminal sex act, touching
Fired bus driver appeals lawsuit dismissal
St. Lawrence County DSS forms partnership with Children’s Home
Lowville man charged with harassing woman
MUST SEE VIDEO: BELLEVILLE HENDERSON GRAD SINKS SHOTS, WINS SOMETHING SPARKLY
January 14, 2012
Two Fort Drum soldiers badly wounded in Afghanistan
Heavy snowstorm causes havoc across north
SNOW PLOW OVERTURNS WHILE CLEARING SLIPPERY ROAD
1,500 WITHOUT POWER IN NORTH COUNTRY, SHELTER OPENED
“Largest drug dealer” ever in Jefferson County sentenced to 11 years in prison, apologizes
CANTON WOMAN ACCUSED OF EMBEZZLING FROM EMPLOYER
Admitted Watertown bank robber moves to withdraw guilty plea
Fort Drum soldier waives hearing in Delaware murder case
Readers Digest to feature Gouverneur man
Police charge Clayton teen with rape
Watertown prepares for Factory Street reconstruction
Sales tax receipts increase in north country
January 13, 2012
ROADS EXPECTED TO BECOME SLICK, FORECASTERS SAY
Storm Photos
Theresa, NY
Theresa, NYPEDESTRIAN KILLED AFTER BEING STRUCK BY CAR
YOU KNOW IT'S ICY WHEN A PLOW SLIDES OFF THE ROAD
City police officer hurt during arrest attempt
CASTORLAND TEEN CHARGED WITH RAPE
OFFICER RECOMMENDS COURT MARTIAL FOR FORMER FORT DRUM SOLDIER
IJC may release water regulation plan next week
Drum will host NFL players
Three more jurors seated in Oxley re-trial
NO SNOW, NO CUSTOMERS FOR WATERTOWN BUSINESS
Jefferson County sales tax numbers over expectations
Watertown officials are worried about losing $1.82 million grant for the Woolworth building
Lowville man accused of hitting child with shovel
Winter weather hits the North Country
Crow hazing will continue in Watertown next week
January 12, 2012
ICE STORM WARNING ISSUED FOR JEFFERSON COUNTY
Storm Photos
Ogdensburg council defers action on city manager’s firing
Seven jurors chosen Wednesday in Oxley murder trial
BLAZE DESTROYS ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY BARN, NEARBY HOME SPARED
Carthage man jailed for cutting father with can
Truck rolls over in Theresa
Harrisville woman injured in Pamelia accident
Sandy Creek man faces five charges, including strangulation
BACKING OFF A TAX PLAN
AG report says prescription drug abuse “epidemic” in north country; legislation required
Gouverneur Mayor's election justified by law
ROBBERY in Ogdensburg in 2011 nets second suspect
It’s true: The Trews in Watertown Jan. 21
Sackets Harbor resident files paperwork to run for Congress
Assemblywoman Russell favors district evaluations
COMMUNITY OF COLTON UPSET OVER THEFT OF MEMORY TREE
January 11, 2012
Teacher Denied Leave To See Injured Son Returning To Fort Drum
Woman ejected from Sackets Harbor meeting
FORT DRUM SOLDIER'S MURDER CASE TO GO BEFORE GRAND JURY
ANOTHER ARREST IN LOWVILLE VEHICLE LARCENIES
Lack of snow idles NNY snowplows
WATERTOWN MAN'S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION RESULTS IN ARREST
First day of jury selection ends with no jurors
MCDOUGALL NAMED TO GOUVERNEUR VILLAGE BOARD
Watertown man sentenced to probation for choking child
Concerns voiced over Constableville school closing
Kennel Club donating pet revival kits to Watertown Fire Department
Town okays addition of computer system to Norfolk PD car
CROW HAZING CONTINUES . . .
Company to pay for lighting at county building
January 10, 2012
WOMAN EXAGGERATED AMOUNT OF MONEY STOLEN, POLICE SAY
MORNING ACCIDENT CAUSES TRAFFIC SNARL
MAN CHARGED WITH HURTING DOG DURING DOMESTIC DISPUTE
Legislative Column From Assemblyman Blankenbush: It's Time to End Albany's Clichés
Cape Vincent might get rid of longtime zoning officer over complaints
8 NNY towns improperly exceed property tax cap
WATERTOWN COUNCIL MULLS IMPACT OF PROPERTY TAX CAP
ZOO'S MOUNTAIN LION, GARNET, DIES AT 18
Legendary Lowville Swim Coach Passes Away
Parents speak out against proposed Constableville Elementary closing
General Brown to face difficult decisions in 2012-13 budget talks
JURY SELECTION IN THIRD OXLEY TRIAL SET TO BEGIN TUESDAY
North Country hears Governor's 2012 plan
Police say baby sitter stole photographs in Watertown residence
LaFargeville teen accused of fighting at Turin ski area
North country men are in N.H. for primary
SHERIFF: KEEPING TRACK OF SEX OFFENDERS BECOMING FULL-TIME JOB
Girl Scouts cookie sales begin Jan. 11, with new cookie
Waiver allows for injured soldiers to be flown to off-post hospital by Army
Auburn man sizes up goals as contestant on 'The Biggest Loser' reality television show
January 9, 2012
MASSENA PLANTS NOT AFFECTED BY ALCOA CUTBACKS
CUOMO TAKES ON STATE'S PUBLIC SCHOOLS
THREE INJURED SUNDAY IN POTSDAM ACCIDENT
POTSDAM MAN CHARGED WITH BEING AGGRESSIVE TOWARD POLICE
Justice Department ruling allows for possibility of online gambling in New York
Two ice fishermen die after falling into lake
WOMAN ACCUSED OF FORGING MOTHER'S CHECKS
VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS ASK LAWMAKERS FOR HELP
Watertown man admits to downtown robbery try
CROW HAZING TO RESUME THIS WEEK IN WATERTOWN
HISTORIC HOME BEING RENOVATED
Zoo lights a big success
Watertown woman arrested Saturday after a domestic dispute
Watertown man accused of endangering the welfare of children
OFA holds Madden tournament to raise money
New Art Center open at the Y
January 8, 2012
FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES OPENS IN WATERTOWN
VILLAGE OF GOUVERNEUR: MAYOR SPEAKS OUT
JCIDA narrowly authorizes distribution of new tax-exempt policy that would allow overrides
Oxley’s third murder trial starts Tuesday in Canton
Trial date set for woman charged with murder
Firefighters group to hold session in West Carthage today
Norfolk police officer tells his side of June 18 crash
Watertown International Airport nears completion of expansion
Auto shop vandalized, second time this week
More women owning guns
Local leaders believe Massena will be spared from Alcoa’s cuts
January 7, 2012
WHAT'S GOING ON IN GOUVERNEUR?
Gouverneur trustee, administrator quit
TWO SUSPECTED DRUG DEALERS ARRESTED IN ADAMS
650 potential jurors called for 3rd Oxley murder trial
CROGHAN MAN CHARGED WITH RAPING UNDERAGE VICTIM
‘Stop Online Piracy Act’ divides Rep. Bill Owens, Matt Doheny
Number o+f job openings continue to grow
Watertown Builders not going out of business but making changes
Gun ownership among women at record high
Lowville superintendent plans retirement after 32-year administrative career
SUNY CANTON MOURNS DEATH OF RICHARD MILLER
Watertown woman accused of stealing other woman’s TV
January 6, 2012
PRESIDENT, PENTAGON REVEAL PLANS FOR MILITARY CUTS
Owens: Defense strategy won’t hurt Drum
CHAUMONT MAN NOW CHARGED IN STORE SHOOTING, BURGLARY
Cuomo laments Buffalo's poverty, but rates are higher in Syracuse and Rochester
TWO YEAR OLD DIES IN O'BURG ACCIDENT
Cape Vincent council to soon present wind moratorium
Deputies: woman’s false report lands her in trouble again
NORTH COUNTRY CHILDREN'S CLINIC DIRECTOR STEPPING DOWN
Police: Walmart clerk used customer gift card to make purchase
MADRID MAN CHARGED WITH SCHEME TO DEFRAUD
Man accused of having marijuana at border
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE AWARDS GRANTS TO LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
Lowville police charge four more in string of thefts
Cable agreement leaves Massena supervisor frustrated
January 5, 2012
Cuomo outlines his second act
Central New York lawmakers are happy to hear Gov. Cuomo talk about mandate relief in his State of the State speech
BOCKMAN'S SAFE OPENED AFTER DECADES
Judge little known but has some supporters....
Children’s Home eliminates Big Brothers Big Sisters program
Thompson Park Zoo gets new cougar cub; contest for his name
Police: Watertown man returned to his apartment to discover three intruders
Woman cited with criminal contempt at Fort Drum
Public Square Subway seized by state
Auburn man competes for top prize on TV reality show 'The Biggest Loser'
January 4, 2012
PASSENGER KILLED IN ACCIDENT IDENTIFIED
OGDENSBURG POLICE INVESTIGATE REPORTED SEXUAL ASSAULT
WATERTOWN APPOINTS FIRST FEMALE JUDGE
Watertown Industrial Center gets $250,000 in loans until state grant arrives
Hogansburg woman sentenced on tax evasion charges
Fatal car crash reported on county road in Rossie
Price Chopper recalling gourmet stuffed clams
SHERIFFS CHARGE IN MORNING CRASH
Watertown city council agrees to proceed with dog ban
Gov. Cuomo lays out plans for 2012 in State of the State address today
ON EVE OF CUOMO SPEECH, ANOTHER MESSAGE FOR ALBANY
Trooper charged in Utica break-in
Lewis officials broker deal to maintain Harrisburg fire coverage
Embattled Ogdensburg city manager given public hearing
Antwerp man files lawsuit against Gouverneur resident
Alex Bay to apply for dissolution study grant
January 3, 2012
CRASH VICTIM IDENTIFIED, NOW IN COUNTY JAIL HOLDING CELL
DEFENSE SECRETARY SET TO RELEASE PLAN TO SLASH MILITARY BUDGET
RECORD YEAR FOR STEWART'S SHOPS HOLIDAY MATCH
Key funding for Central New York could be on tap in State of the State Wednesday
Former Cape Vincent mayor pleads guilty to federal mail fraud charge
McClusky sworn in as State Supreme Court Justice despite efforts from Onondaga County to claim seats
Phone Scam Targets Elderly Residents
STATE'S NEW TAX RATES TAKE EFFECT
Fire destroys Hermon business
Watertown man accused of throwing knife at his son
Three accused of harassing police officer during an arrest
Watertown police say that teen pushed grandmother
Ski areas still need snow
Ogdensburg councilors want to restore public’s trust
Watertown City Council to discuss proposed dog ban
Salvation Army agencies expect to surpass Red Kettle fund-raising goals
NEIGHBORS WARY OF SUNOCO EXPANSION
January 2, 2012
SENIORS TO PAY MORE BECAUSE OF STATE CUTS
MORE SNOW COMING
Banning hydrofracking at a local level. Is the state legislature move appropriate?
Chinese student killed by car buried near Plattsburgh, NY, school that he loved
Authorities probe fire attacks on four New York City sites, including Islamic cultural center
Commercial space filling up in restored Franklin Building
SNOW HERE, SNOW COMING
Drug Task Force reports seizure of $20,000 worth of marijuana
SUNDAY EVENING POWER OUTAGE UNRELATED TO TRANSFORMER FIRE
NEW YEAR'S BABIES WELCOMED AT NORTH COUNTRY HOSPITALS
Man accused of killing his wife in Van Buren stabbed a priest to death in 1963
Jeff Graham, city officials sworn in Sunday
Drug Task Force reports seizure of $20,000 worth of marijuana
Crews battle fire at assistant fire chief's home
Cape Vincent man charged twice with DWI in four hours on New Year’s Ev
First Day Hikes start year off right
2ND ANNUAL DONEGAL BEARD CONTEST KICKS-OFF
Area woman turns 105 Sunday
January 1, 2012
FIRE LEAVES MORE THAN 1,300 WITHOUT POWER IN WATERTOWN
SNOW IS COMING
Happy New Year!
Van Buren woman killed, man with violent past charged
Man stabbed near scene of Syracuse's latest homicide
Free New Year's coffee, tea at Thruway rest stops
TK-99 radio fires popular host
Substance-abuse counselor applies training to shed pounds
December 31, 2011
Roger E. Bull, Carthage Area Hospital administrator of patient care services, resigned Dec. 16
NO COMMENT FROM ATTY GENERAL IN OXLEY CASE
Two straight years without a deadly fire
Chaumont residents may vote on village dissolution
The year 2011 was busy for crooks and cops
INJURED SOLDIER HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Rensselaer Falls couple to host New Years Eve ball drop
Community Bank expands its Canton headquarters
Pierrepont man sues Town after they halt his garage construction
BLAST FROM THE PAST: DECEMBER 31, 2000
December 30, 2011
OXLEY SEEKS ASSISTANCE FROM ATTY GENERAL
Central New York stories that made a difference in 2011
Clayton hotel project inching closer to reality with county, state support
McClusky to be sworn in as state judge on Monday
Watertown man tried to sell woman’s manifold gasket set
Fugitive arrested
Lowville supervisor presides over final meeting, ending 20-year career
Elvis museum remains standing after fire
Watertown woman charged with child endangerment
Clayton woman donates kidney to co-worker’s son
LISBON MAN BREWS A BUSINESS
December 29, 2011
FIREFIGHTERS BATTLE COLD, FLAMES
CUOMO IN NORTH COUNTRY ON VACATION
Judge dismisses lawsuit against Edwards-Knox school district
Mayor’s swearing-in ceremony to be held on Sunday
Cattle barn destroyed in fire
Alleged thieves again accused of stealing
Teen accused of sending threats over Facebook
FIVE CHARGED IN LEWIS WELFARE CASE
Vacant Michigan Avenue Habitat for Humanity home sold
Lewis County puts new backwoods command vehicle in service
First major snowfall helps local ski slopes
December 28, 2011
LEWIS COUNTY LOGGING ACCIDENT CLAIMS BOONVILLE MAN'S LIFE
Talks to begin with Morgan, Albany developer for area housing projects
Police believe Bangor barn fire is arson
SLC DRIVER PINNED IN CAR
Watertown hires consultant to coordinate Ogilvie site’s cleanup
Move Over Law to change January 1st
Two arrested for selling alcohol to minors
Woman ticketed after vehicle crash with school bus
FIRE DESTROYS TOWN OF CHAMPION BARN
Akwesasne police charge 3 in drug sting on Canadian side of reservation
Three arrested for shoplifting from Target
Parishville lawyer allowed to step down from appeal
SCREEN PRINTING COMPANY OPENS NEW LOCATION IN WEST CARTHAGE
December 27, 2011
NEIGHBORS OF WATERTOWN RECEIVES $115,000 FROM STATE
MAN CHARGED WITH SEXUALLY ABUSING 2 DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED MEN
FIRE DAMAGES HOME NEAR EVANS MILLS
Mandate team makes recommendations
Two women indicted on $4,000 shoplifting spree at five local stores
More than 100 cattle die in barn fire
Appellate court rules Henderson man not liable for funeral expenses of man killed in 2005
MAN ARRESTED FOR STEALING GREYHOUND BUS
52 year old Canton man charged with violating order of protection
Brownville fire district launches on Jan. 1
Rochester woman charged with DWI, driving the wrong way on Interstate 81
Green Christmas has some businesses feeling blue
CHRISTMAS MIGHT BE OVER, BUT THE SHOPPING ISN'T
December 26, 2011
1 killed, 5 injured in car crash
Syracuse man charged with murdering girlfriend on Christmas Eve
Families welcome Christmas babies
Former Syracuse University punter Rob Long leaves cancer behind, looks to crack NFL camp
Cape Vincent to interview Planning and Zoning Boards candidates
Drum houses fewer off post
The story of how three donkeys landed two Oswego County families in court
Clarkson professor takes unusual approach in cow study
Community Bank listed No. 4 best bank by Forbes
The holiday blues is a phenomenon affecting many people annually; health professionals advocate available resources
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
LAST MINUTE SHOPPING
FINDING A HOME FOR CHRISTMAS
Teenager indicted for family deaths
Images 2011: News in Central New York
December 24, 2011
Chipotle Mexican Grill eying Arsenal Street plaza
Final 2011 Lewis court session includes two manslaughter cases
Waddington drug traffic arrest from 2008 upheld by state appeals court
RETIRING CITY CLERK SHARES HER EXPERIENCES AFTER SERVING PUBLIC 29 YEARS
DANC to connect businesses to telecommunications service providers
NORTH COUNTRY TRAVELERS HIT THE ROAD WITH LOWER GAS PRICES
Union opposes eastern NY transmission route to pipe Montreal power to NYC
Fort Drum wife uses Facebook to provide updates on injured husband
County takes control of services at airport
Watertown man and woman disorderly on High Street
IT'S THE HOLIDAYS! TIME FOR TOM & JERRYS!
December 23, 2011
In wake of Bernie Fine investigation, Central New York therapists find more clients disclosing incidents of child sexual abuse
3 INJURED IN OVERNIGHT 2-CAR CRASH
Man donates $10,000 to Salvation Army
5 charged in State Street fights
Judge rules trainer must return dogs to training company
Newton Falls Fine Paper working on restart plan
BROWNVILLE TRAFFIC LIGHTS UP, BUT STILL NOT WORKING
Red Kettle campaigns in Watertown, Massena, Ogdensburg to reach or surpass fund-raising goals
Watertown computer repair service will be sold
Lowville woman gave false name to Watertown police
Jefferson County airport to add hangar through state grant
A HOLIDAY TALE OF TWO FRED JACKSONS
December 22, 2011
Bernie Fine accuser pleads guilty to abuse
Councilwoman Burns pleads not guilty in court for DWI arrest
WATERTOWN TO START NEW SEARCH FOR PARKS & REC LEADER
West Carthage fire captain placed on desk duty
Central New York "angels" are paying off layaway balances for strangers with children
Plattsburgh man might run for Congress
BUILDING SCHOOLS, BEATING THE TALIBAN
Oswego man receives the high school diploma he never got because he went to World War II
Seaway closing next week
Annual Christmas program gives toys, food to families
Miracle on Ice for Massena woman
Punkin Patch Daycare got state license, officially opened
December 21, 2011
FORT DRUM SOLDIER ACCUSED OF KIDNAPPING, MURDER IN DELAWARE
Ogdensburg manager responds to firing
North country unemployment rates edge up
WATERTOWN SCHOOL OFFICIALS APPROVE APARTMENT COMPLEX TAX DEAL
Store’s owner plans on accepting position with wine trail group
DELAYS IN SOME AREAS DUE TO FREEZING RAIN
Student recognized for saving classmate’s life
Charge in domestic fight at Black River
Woman hit woman, pulled hair, broke glasses, at Adams
Snowridge making snow
Winter manure spreading allowed by USDA
December 20, 2011
Jefferson County employee charged with stealing money from employees association
Lowville restaurant suffers fire, water damage
FIRE DAMAGES LOWVILLE'S LIGHTHOUSE RESTAURANT
Brenda Hewett Wins Ford F-150 At Akwesasne Warriors Game
Longtime friend of Bernie Fine resigns from Syracuse University's board of trustees
Pair arrested twice over weekend
Soldiers charged for skipping bill at Denny’s
OGDENSBURG COUNCIL VOTES TO FIRE SCIORRA
Ogdensburg couple jailed in $1,900 copper shoplift
JCJDC to choose from among four New Business Venture Award nominees
VICTIMS' CENTER PROJECT ON BREEN AVENUE APPROVED
Jefferson County officials defend PILOTs as tool for job, property creation
3 WOMEN ARRESTED ON DRUG CHARGES
Woman injured in crash with tractor-trailer in Lowville
Turin judge resigns amid investigation
WATERTOWN'S CROW HAZING IS UNDERWAY
December 19, 2011
MISS TI GIVE BACK TO PROGRAM WITH GIFT-WRAPPING FUNDRAISER
Group helps man’s grieving family
Ogdensburg receives bill for outside attorneys
Woman accused of false personation
Senator warns of gift card scam
BUSINESS OWNERS: LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW!
Gas leak closes down parts of Route 3
Watertown Police have made an arrest in connection with a shooting incident
DEPUTIES SEEK HELP IN HAMMOND BURGLARY
KYBER OUTERWEAR MOVES LOCATIONS
A Watertown holiday tradition
December 18, 2011
Crash shuts down portions of Route 3
Wounded NNY Marine stays positive during long healing process
LAST MINUTE SHOPPERS HIT STORES FOR "SUPER SATURDAY"
CARTHAGE MAN ARRESTED FOR ATTEMPTED MENACING
Hearing continues for former Fort Drum soldier
Lowville boy charged with sexual abuse
Five arrested following fight at beer party in Watertown
Watertown man charged with head-butting woman
State police seek perpetrator of Corner Store robbery
City Clerk Donna Dutton retiring after 29 years
Florelle Tissue Corp. pays $700,000 for Brownville site
December 17, 2011
Fourth man to accuse Bernie Fine of sex abuse claims there are other victims
Police issue limited details about Route 342 crash
NORTH COUNTRY DRIVERS DOUBT CELL PHONE BAN
Watertown police issue warnings for winter
Turin judge implicated in state audit retires early
Funding authorized for Ft. Drum projects
Police: Watertown man spanked boy, 4, too hard
Two boys charged with injuring skunks in Lowville
‘Y’ celebrates renaming, renovations
Hannaford Supermarket recalling ground beef products
Toys for Tots still accepting donations
December 16, 2011
MAN SOUGHT IN CONNECTION WITH MURDER, ADBUCTION
6th Arrest Made by St. Lawrence County Drug Task Force, $14,000 cash and $10,000 in drugs recovered
Duffy voices commitment to military, NNY
HEARING SET FOR FORMER FORT DRUM SOLDIER ACCUSED OF LEAKING INFO TO WIKILEAKS
‘20 Under 40’ Recognized by NNY Business Magazine as the North Country's Emerging Leaders
Two Arrested for Burglarizing Brownville/Glen Park Elementary School
Some housing allowances to fall at Drum
Board of Regents votes to help poorer school districts
Mistrial declared in Lewis County sex-abuse case
South Colton dog trainer accused by clients of duping them
2 men sent porn pix to teen girl’s cell phone at Clayton
Two women arrested after scuffle with police
December 15, 2011
WATERTOWN MAN DIES AFTER BEING SHOT IN HEAD
LOCAL FARMER PLEADS GUILTY TO EMPLOYING ILLEGAL ALIENS
Significant cut in National Grid electricity rates is set to begin next month
Prison inmate becomes fourth man to accuse fired Syracuse University coach Bernie Fine of sexual abuse
BODY PARTS MAY HAVE BEEN DUMPED IN NORTH COUNTRY
Interim CEO comes to Carthage Area Hospital from similar situation
Jefferson County, sheriff’s deputies learn arbitration decision
What does the mild weather mean?
Carthage man assaulted other man on bridge to West Carthage
Consultant gets $85k...
Drum health plan works around loss of funding
Lt. Gov. Duffy to visit Watertown, attend COR housing project groundbreaking
Philadelphia man charged with contempt
Garrett Phillips Memorial Fund created at Potsdam Central
December 14, 2011
WATERTOWN MAN CRITICAL AFTER BEING SHOT IN HEAD
PELLET PISTOL, POCKET KNIFE TAKEN FROM STUDENTS AT WATERTOWN SCHOOL
Police investigate fatal car/tractor-trailer crash on Thruway
Davis and Lang sue Syracuse, Boeheim for defamation
A safe day at Watertown High School, with 50 percent absenteeism
Neighors set meeting on proposed women’s shelter
Fort Drum soldier given top honors
ROXANNE BURNS SAYS SHE WILL STAY ON CITY COUNCIL
Watchdogs question Watertown man’s involvement in ethics panel
Massena drug smuggler pleads guilty in federal court
Fire destroys Fowler mobile home; faulty furnace suspected
Defense bill strikes Drum health plan, funds projects
2 women accused of shoplifting
Jefferson County legislators approve COR housing PILOT
Rite Aid VP of Pharmacy Services Michael A. Podgurski to pay $10,000 fine
Watertown Salvation Army exceeds $30,000 goal for Old Newsboys Day
December 13, 2011
600 WHS STUDENTS ABSENT DUE TO RUMORS OF VIOLENCE
WATERTOWN HIGH SCHOOL BEEFS UP SECURITY OVER RUMORS OF VIOLENCE
Fulton judge to preside in Roxanne Burns DWI case
WATERTOWN OFFICIALS BEGIN WORK ON ALCOHOL POLICY
Mayor accuses Carthage school board of lying
Owens rapped for Drum “earmarks”
Electrical heating panel sparks small fire
Indian River mourns loss of former student
MORE DOUBT CAST ON TOMASELLI'S CLAIMS AGAINST BERNIE FINE
Watertown woman cited with criminal impersonation
City hires law firm in Sciorra case
Croghan town budget raises overall levy by 3.5 percent
DWI wrap
December 12, 2011
Town of Russell man killed while hunting
Fire destroys mobile home in Fowler
PHILADELPHIA TEEN KILLED IN CAR ACCIDENT
Cape Vincent body parts linked to retired boxer and $7.4 million Rochester heist
NY Legislature reaches consensus on tax deal
Retired Army sergeant will open scuba dive
Committee aims to lure more boats to Clayton dock
IRS owes unclaimed refunds to 104 in NNY, Schumer says
Council will discuss fairground beer sales Monday night
December 11, 2011
BODY PARTS FOUND 10 YEARS AGO IDENTIFIED
Old soldier’s dream to serve during time of war never died
Two Watertown residents face sealed indictments alleging drug sales
The strange tale of an Oswego man who wrote a book predicting a Titanic-like disaster...14 years before it happened
No changes expected in Lewis legislative leadership
PROPOSED HOTEL IN CLAYTON ONE STEP CLOSER TO REALITY
December 10, 2011
Sciorra prepares legal action against Ogdensburg
State AG bars company that raised funds for Watertown, Jefferson County police unions
Cleveland House Apartments sell in Adams
Suspected drunk SU student crashes into Mt. Olympus stairs
Oswego man charged with raping child
Attack founded on a lie results in arrest
Target shoplifter
FIRE DISPUTE IS FANNED BY WIND POWER
North Country ready to put Economic Development plan money to good use
OFA MOURNS DEATH OF STUDENT
December 9, 2011
Watertown City Council member Roxanne Burns arrested for DWI and leaving the scene of an accident
WATERTOWN CITY COUNCIL MEMBER BURNS CHARGED WITH AGGRAVATED DWI
Trial date set for Fort Drum soldier in infant slaying
State police accuse Liverpool man of having sex with 14-year-old girl
GRANT HELPS CARTHAGE HOSPITAL'S SCHOOL-BASED CLINICS
FORT DRUM SOLDIER TO RECEIVE MEDAL FOR HEROISM
Little Falls woman accused of driving over man for insurance money faces new charges
TWO AUTO DEALER WORKERS ACCUSED OF STEALING FROM EMPLOYER, CUSTOMERS
WHAT $100 MILLION MEANS TO NORTH COUNTRY ECONOMY
Antwerp man gets 15 years for attempted murder
Rochester man jailed for threatening calls to Watertown couple
Henderson artist eyes Watertown Masonic Temple as an arts center
West Carthage Speed limit change tabled due to lack of support
Two men hurt in LeRay accident
Butler plans to push forward with Watertown noise law
Several St. Lawrence County Suspects Arrested on Drug Charges Following Search Warrant Executions
Owens presents legislation to save post offices
Polar Express train derails just outside Utica, so Santa travels to see the children
December 8, 2011
WOMAN ACCUSED OF EMBEZZLING NEARLY $35K FROM CREDIT UNION
Lake Effect Snow Watch for Jefferson, NY
Zach Tomaselli to file lawsuit against Bernie Fine on Thursday
LAWYERS: TOMASELLI ACCUSATIONS ABOUT FINE ARE FALSE
North country lawmakers support income tax changes
STATE LEGISLATURE APPROVES CUOMO'S TAX PLAN
JUDGE SILENCES WATERTOWN'S NOISE ORDINANCE
Judge denies Alteri Bakery request that Jreck Subs be temporarily ordered to use Watertown company’s products
In North Lawrence, dairy production once again a fact of life
1,800 Jefferson and Lewis County Residents Face Losing Extended Unemployment Benefits
FDRLO: outlook is positive
Carthage ambulance will still serve Croghan
Surveillance video helps police nab two Brownville teens, one Dexter teen
Economic Development Council winners to be revealed
Zoo educator takes job in Washington D.C.
December 7, 2011
Fred Schmitt, Director of Antique Boat Museum Resigns
Tax break could cost Watertown school millions
SECRET REPORT MADE PUBLIC, OGDENSBURG MANAGER BLAMED
MAN CHARGED WITH STEALING $10,000 FROM EMPLOYER
Canadian men arrested in drug trafficking operation
Police: town of Watertown woman lied about being sexually abused
Watertown woman accused of possessing cocaine
SUNY trustees drop presidency plan
JUST HOW BAD IS THE WATERTOWN AREA HOUSING SHORTAGE?
Greater Watertown — North Country Chamber of Commerce announces Coe as Shapiro award winner
Brownville town barn violates state pollution discharge laws
Jefferson County agencies may apply for mini-grants to help create a healthier environment
Jefferson County Social Services to use new system to process requests
December 6, 2011
FINE ACCUSER ADMITS HE IS ALSO AN ABUSER
Ogdensburg man who was mutilated by a Massena man in a brutal attack several years ago has been awarded $2.3 million
LISBON MAN KILLED WHEN JEEP STIKES TELEPHONE POLE
New York's Gov. Cuomo proposes new state tax code that would increase burden on the wealthy
U.S. brings CNY "Thunder" to Roller Derby World Cup
New recycling laws
LaFargeville chemical spill leaves no injuries, environmental impact
Festival of Trees raises over $109,000 for Samaritan Foundation, Watertown Family YMCA
Watertown school district first to vote on property tax breaks for housing project
One driver sues another over accident
Caught by a witness, car intruders call for cab, but get their ride with state trooper
December 5, 2011
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman to probe military foreclosures
22ND ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE HELD IN ADAMS
Lower tax rates for some, higher tax rates for others considered
WATERTOWN LAWMAKERS TO REVISIT DOG LEGISLATION
A jolt to consumers -- it's now illegal to throw out rechargeable batteries in New York State
CUOMO'S JOBS PLAN PROPOSES MORE GAMING
Students plug into solar panel savings at JCC
Woman settles lawsuit over mother’s 2008 death
Brothers are reunited 66 years after their separation
Watertown woman accused of breaking a man’s nose
Philadelphia man accused of driving a stolen car while drunk
Area agencies seek ‘angels’ to give clients a merry Christmas
December 4, 2011
Law enforcement helps spread holiday cheer
Syracuse University trustees weren't told of Bernie Fine investigation in 2005
AUTHORITIES SEEK PUBLIC'S HELP IN SEARCH FOR MISSING MAN
GOV. MAY CALL FOR SPECIAL SESSION
Clayton must sell Frink site in the “$2 mil range” to recoup the cost of cleanup, officials say
SEIU 1199 files grievance on behalf of Carthage Area Hospital LPN
Six area hospitals to collaborate for funding to support data study
First Santa’s Workshop packs Historical Society
Former Watertown gynecologist faces disciplinary action in Canada
Pair accused of having unstamped cigarettes
Woman accused of stealing from Sears
Rome man takes plea deal in drunk-driving, underage sex case
December 3, 2011
CHILD ON FORT DRUM DIAGNOSED WITH BACTERIAL MENINGITIS
NURSES VICTIMIZED BY FAULTY PILL DISPENSER?
RITCHIE: "STILL A LOT OF UNANSWERED QUESTIONS" ABOUT CAH
‘TIS the season to steal from vehicles, Ogdensburg police warn public
OUSTED GOUVERNEUR MAYOR APPOINTED ADMINISTRATOR
Six charged in town of Croghan beer party
Watertown man charged for choking wife
Watertown man alleged to have spat in woman’s face and prevented her call for cops
Jefferson County administrator got 7 percent raise in 2011, but it’s all fair
JCIDA to send out policy that allows PILOTs for housing, approval without taxing jurisdiction consent
Before Dec. 2 Old Newsboys Day funds come in, Watertown Salvation Army already planning for next year
NY Times criticizes SU’s handling of Bernie Fine investigation
December 2, 2011
FORMER HEAD OF DANC, JAMES KANIK, DIES
DISABLED STUDENTS NEED REGENTS DIPLOMA TO GRADUATE
SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT K-9, DEPUTY BULLET, DIES
Carthage Area Hospital names James Redmore as administrator of support services
Gouverneur mayor-elect, a felon, supports expanded police force
$8.2 million project in reach for school
Three Cape Vincent inmates charged with gang assault
Fort Drum lights up the season
Police chief says arrest could still take weeks
State Police Issue Over 800 Tickets for Texting-While-Driving Over Thanksgiving Holiday
Watertown man sent sex texts to teen girl
Watertown’s five-day crow hazing will start Dec. 19
New women’s shelter proposed in Watertown
Watertown man indicted on burglary charge
December 1, 2011
TOMASELLI APPEARS ON NATIONAL TV TO DEFEND CLAIMS HE'S FINE'S 3RD VICTIM
CANTON MAN CHARGED WITH HARASSMENT, MENACING
LEWIS COUNTY MAN FACES CHARGES FOLLOWING TRAFFIC STOP
NORTH COUNTRY GROUP PLANS TO REHAB 256 RENTAL UNITS
Watertown lit up for the holidays
Florelle Tissue Corporation to begin work on Brownville plant
Good Fellos seized for unpaid sales tax
One injured in two-vehicle crash at mall entrance
Bus passes needed for Carthage students
Philadelphia man locked girlfriend’s purse in car
Watertown man accused of causing damage at Denny’s
Gouverneur mayor appoints Lawrence to village board
Carthage rail negotiations stalled since summer
Warm temperatures benefit one ski resort
Zoo to introduce cougar to public soon
Testing on Croghan Dam will determine its future
November 30, 2011
COUPLE CHARGED WITH ASSAULTING CHILDREN
MAN CHARGED WITH RAPE FOR ALLEGEDLY HAVING SEX WITH 12 YEAR OLD
WATERTOWN MAN FACING FEDERAL FIREARM CHARGES
Calcium teen hit by Jeep dies
MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO ROBBING WATERTOWN BANK
Airline bankruptcy not an issue
INMATE'S VIOLENCE SENDS 2 WATERTOWN PRISON OFFICERS TO HOSPITAL
Poverty tops 30 percent in Alexandria school district
Former SPCA director files lawsuit
Missing Teen: Police request public assistance in locating Truman Tennant
Former Police Chief not available to comment on 2002 Bernie Fine allegations
SUPERINTENDENT: TI SCHOOLS FACING SEVERE LOSS OF STATE FUNDING
Carthage hospital board selects interim CEO
State money will help sewer upgrades in Watertown
Fort Drum surplus ends up in Hollywood, Moracco and state governments
Jefferson County to trade roads, lease land from Pamelia
Paetec to serve Fort Drum with fiber optic cable service
Watertown man charged with DWI, choking woman at SMC
COSTS, FEES RISE FOR AMBULANCE SERVICE IN EVANS MILLS
Adams man's website pays you to shop online
November 29, 2011
POLICE INVESTIGATE SERIOUS CAR-PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT
Anonymous tip line set up for victims of bullying
City of Watertown may avoid eminent domain for Stateway Plaza
Man jailed in Wednesday drug raid
TESTS COULD DETERMINE FUTURE OF CROGHAN DAM
Ashley appointed to Ogdensburg council
Galloo wind developer files termination of purchase memorandum
Pre-trial arguments in soldier’s case adjourned
Adams to dedicate holiday decorations, parade to troops
Dexter funeral home director warns others of caller scam
State Police Request Public Assistance: Can you identify this man?
November 28, 2011
Holiday parade in Watertown
NO STATE MONEY TO MARK WAR OF 1812 BICENTENNIAL
CANDLE BLAMED FOR WADDINGTON HOUSE FIRE
Watertown man arrested on Family Court warrant
UPDATE: FINE FIRED, THIRD ACCUSER FROM NORTH COUNTRY
Senator Chuck Schumer wants to make sure stores get your approval before they track shopping habits through your cell phone
Police Arrest Sandy Creek Man for Assault and Violating a Court Order
Lewis County Sheriff's Department has charged a Harrisville man with criminal contempt
Colton man charged with selling alcohol to minor
November 27, 2011
Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties work on Newton Falls rail line
Lowville vet featured in web series
Troopers charge Sandy Creek man with having untaxed cigarettes at sobriety checkpoint
PROTECTING LOCAL SCHOOLS FROM STATE BUDGET CUTS
PROPOSED LAWS COULD KEEP KIDS FROM WORKING ON FARMS
'TIS THE SEASON...FOR HOUSE FIRES
Jeff. Co. Public Health Service employees aim to help prevent distracted driving
Jefferson County to test online payment of taxes in Ellisburg, Champion in 2012
Deer Breaks In Auto Garage
Two people charged with disorderly conduct in Watertown fights
Cincinnati tops Syracuse, 30-13, hands Orange fourth straight loss
November 26, 2011
NORTH COUNTRY SHOPPERS HIT STORES FOR BLACK FRIDAY DEALS
Watertown woman accused of slapping boy, 5, on back of neck
MACOMB JUSTICE SUSPENDED WITH PAY, SAYS HE'S VICTIM OF 'WITCH HUNT'
Watertown police charge Dexter couple with possession of cocaine
AUSA to help wounded soldier by replacing leaky roof
North country employment programs struggle as federal funding declines, Owens looks for strategy
WEBSITE ALLOWS PUBLIC TO REDRAW STATE LEGISLATURE DISTRICTS
OWENS SPONSORS BILL TO MAKE SELLING FAKE MAPLE SYRUP A FELONY
Benefit set for Ellisburg family who lost home in fire
Bell ringers bring cheer to Black Friday
November 25, 2011
Black Friday brawl reported at Wal-Mart in Rome
Syracuse and Stanford to Meet in NIT Tipoff Finals
Carthage Hospital officials to meet with state officials over financial woes
Canadian shopper says he was accused of smuggling drugs, “abused” by U.S. customs for being black
Village of Adams takes ownership of private road
Mayor Graham will appoint new Watertown city judge
Police charge several with drunken driving
Police: Price Chopper employees admit prank at Potsdam IGA
Oneida Indian Nation float in Thanksgiving Day parade
OPERATION HANG UP
FEEDING COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN NEED
November 24, 2011
JAIL INMATE FACES 9 FELONIES FOR VIOLATING ORDER OF PROTECTION
Fort Drum unveils new health care project for soldiers and family
Mayor defends police handling of current Bernie Fine investigation
TWO CHARGED IN POTSDAM ROBBERY
WATCH: GAS PRICES UP, DOWN
HOSPITAL BOARD: BECKER 'RETIRING' FROM CARTHAGE AREA HOSPITAL
First snow fall in North County
CLARKSON STUDENT DIES IN DRUNK DRIVING ACCIDENT NEAR ROCHESTER
Getting Ready For Thanksgiving
November 23, 2011
SUNY POTSDAM INVESTIGATES POSSIBLE HATE CRIME AGAINST STUDENT
SUNY OFFICIALS PUT PRESIDENT-SHARING PLAN ON HOLD
Family rebuilding after house fire
Fort Drum soldier dies in Afghanistan
Syracuse authorities ignored sex abuse allegations against Bernie Fine in 2002, accuser and friend say
Fort Drum officially welcomes Col. Richard D. Clarke
Franklin County cracking down on drug problem
Sen. Schumer hopes to block $5.50 “Canadian tax”
Deputies: Watertown man, drunk on highway, fights with EMTs
Police: Watertown man found possessing meth during traffic stop
GPS units for probation save Jefferson County big bucks
Snow, ice could make travel difficult north and east of Syracuse
November 22, 2011
ACCIDENT VICTIM'S BROTHER OFFENDED POLICE CHIEF ATTENDED FUNERAL
State police conduct Operation Hang Up this week
OH, GOD! THE GREAT POTATO CHIP BAG COVER-UP
Homeless man charged with assault
Former Massena bank teller admits stealing $23,500 from customers
DA goes to court to secure Syracuse Police records on Bernie Fine case
Auburn woman stabbed to death, 3-year-old found unharmed
CBP: expect delays at border as holiday season approaches
WATERTOWN OFFICIALS RELEASE CONTACT INFO FOR CROW REPORTING
TI Central planning $3 mil capital project; voter approval needed Dec. 13
Watertown council members like changes in zoo’s aviary project
Brooklyn developer proposing wind farm in Denmark
Local women help kids with Operation Christmas Child
Congressman Owens visits North Country
Lowville Community Center opens
FUNDS IN MEMORY OF LOCAL BUSINESSMAN SET UP AT NNY FOUNDATION
November 21, 2011
MAN CHARGED WITH HOLDING WOMAN AGAINST HER WILL AT HIS HOME
ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY WOMEN CHARGED IN BREAK-IN
CITY LEADERS MULL FACTORY STREET MAKEOVER
SUNY STUDENTS TO PROTEST SHARED PRESIDENCY PLAN
SUNY Trustees meeting to draw voices from Canton community, college
Watertown woman charged with identity theft
Community service organizations are being recruited to help with Old Newsboys Day
Brownville installs its first traffic lights
Martinsburg man admits to assaulting wife, man
New program in Jefferson County to screen for alcohol abuse problems
Elks Lodge serves up Thanksgiving feast
November 20, 2011
Norfolk Man shoots self at Massena hospital entrance
Police say Watertown man struck son, 4, in face with belt
Police: Castorland man exposed self to girl, 12, at Adams Center
JEFFERSON COUNTY SEES SALES TAX REVENUE INCREASE
PUBLIC WEIGHS IN ON CLAYTON HOTEL PROPOSAL
Luxury cruise ship to make four trips to Thousand Islands, Boldt Castle in 2012
Police: Watertown woman found possessing man’s prescription during shoplifting investigation
Ceremony Tuesday will welcome Col. Richard Clarke to Fort Drum
Watertown City School District discusses PILOTs
Zoo otters get sweet treats
Victorian Faire a popular affair
TAKING A TRIP TO "BETTER FARM"
November 19, 2011
Love notes could land Dry Hill prison inmates in trouble
Nelson leads after absentee ballot count
Graham’s victory over Smith not threatened by absentees
Watertown man charged with felony failure to update sex offender registry
“Biggest drug supplier ever caught” in Jefferson County found guilty of possessing cocaine, heroin
Potsdam family muzzled in ongoing investigation
State approves loan to Carthage Area Hospital
Lyme woman charged in $1,869 welfare fraud
4 ARRESTED AFTER MARIJUANA WAS DELIVERED TO JAIL
LOCAL COACHES REACT TO SU, PENN STATE CHILD MOLESTATION ACCUSATIONS
Chase Mills man cited with petit larceny
Historic landmark Hotel Nadeau reopens
Catholic mass will see different translation Sunday
U.S. Small Business Administration will host web chat on Native American small businesses
November 18, 2011
SU Chancellor Releases Letter
Divi Village, Aruba, Hosts Birthday Bash For Fuccillo Office Managers
LOWVILLE MAN FOUND, ARRESTED & JAILED IN CONNECTION WITH ATTACK
Carthage Area Hospital turns to state, county to fill in funding gap on assisted living project
New feed mill opens in Watertown
Clayton Dems win write-in campaigns
Watertown psychologist testifies PTSD made man vulnerable to manipulation
Watertown Trust joins Alteri’s Bakery lawsuit against Jreck Subs
Several chain saws stolen in Tuesday night break-in in Lowville
Watertown police catch man and woman in car intrusions
Autopsy Results for Fatal Car Pedestrian Accident in Schuyler Falls Released
*Update* Benefit to Assist Military Family with Critically Ill 2-month-old Baby
Woman accused of killing baby indicted on murder charge
Watertown Man Arrested for Exposing Genitals to 12-year-old Female
Watertown Town Council approves budget without making any revisions
Teen engineers sub spaghetti for steel
Railroad anchors stolen in Ellisburg
174th Fighter Wing shows off MQ-9
FIRST SNOWFALL FOR WATERTOWN
POTSDAM WOMAN WINS $100K MIRACLE HOME MAKEOVER
November 17, 2011
Massena gunman found dead
Four teenagers killed in Peru car crash
Coast Guard bill passes House with ballast rules
LAST FLIGHT FROM WATERTOWN FOR CAPE AIR
Watertown man claims neighbor recruited him for New York City drug runs
JEFFERSON OFFICIALS SCRAMBLE TO AID CARTHAGE FACILITY
CITY COUNCIL QUESTIONS PARKS & REC SUPERINTENDENT HIRING PROCESS
COURT TOSSES BRUNO CONVICTION, BUT ANOTHER TRIAL COMING
Pet lovers fight with Gouverneur dog control officer
Town of Hounsfield and Village of Sackets Harbor at odds on water deal
Salvation Army Thanksgiving Day dinner will occur, thanks to community support
Watertown man charged with smashing a dish
November 16, 2011
Watertown airport to welcome American Eagle on Thursday
City manager, council spar over park dept. hirees
Two Watertown men accused of stealing TVs from Walmart
3 LEWIS COUNTY BROTHERS ACCUSED OF DEER JACKING
NEW TRIAL EXPECTED FOR ACCUSED RAPIST
JEFFERSON COUNTY FAIR OFFICIALS WORRIED ABOUT POSSIBLE BAN ON DOGS
JEFFERSON COUNTY BUDGET APPROVED; NO TAX RATE INCREASE
Dexter man cited in fight at Salmon Run Mall
Woman sues hospital over medicine
Watertown man was leader of large drug trafficking ring, narcotics investigator testifies
Watertown man pleads guilty to strangling youth
NORTH COUNTRY HOSPITALS WORKING TOGETHER TO SAVE MONEY
MASSENA WOMAN SERIOUSLY HURT IN ACCIDENT
November 15, 2011
Oswego County woman arrested for faking her pregnancy, trying to extort five grand from her ex's wife
FORMER COACH SENTENCED IN SEX CASE
Jury dismissed in rape trial; judge declares mistrial
UNION APPROVES DEAL WITH SAMARITAN
Astafan, Rarick cling to leads
WATERTOWN COUNCIL MAKES PROGRESS ON LAW RESTRICTING DOGS AT EVENTS
Clayton wants community input on proposed hotel; public meeting set for Saturday
OGDENSBURG OFFICIALS APPROVE DEAL TO LET FAMILY LIVE IN CONTROVERSIAL HOME
Greater Watertown — North Country Chamber of Commerce receives 5-star accreditation
Watertown Salvation Army needs donations for Thanksgiving meal
Cuomo may call back Legislature to address $350 million deficit
16 placed on unpaid leave at Sunmount Developmental Center
November 14, 2011
BRONX MEN ARRESTED FOR ALLEGEDLY ABANDONING BAGS CONTAINING DRUGS, LOADED HANDGUN
GOUVERNEUR MAYOR ELECT WANTS MORE POLICE PROTECTION FOR VILLAGE
19 year old from Massena arrested for DWI and a number of other charges
Lisbon woman arrested for harassment and violating Order of Protection
Clay teenager accused of stabbing boyfriend
Sheriff: Body found in Scriba is missing crash victim
NY considers adding coaches to list of mandated child sex abuse reporters
Slic faces problems, moves forward
Ogdensburg council to discuss publicizing report Monday
Jefferson County plans lean capital budget for buildings, roads
Watertown City Council get draft legislation on banning dogs at public events
Girl Scouts add new badges
St. Lawrence County IDA will attend trade show
November 13, 2011
FT. DRUM SOLDIER KILLED IN AFGHANISTAN
BODY OF MISSING FULTON MAN BELIEVED TO BE FOUND
LAFARGEVILLE MAN AIRLIFTED TO SYRACUSE FOLLOWING CRASH
Congress to settle on cuts to rural airports
Housing sales up slightly this year
Evans Mills woman, 17, found possessing prescription drugs at Fort Drum gate
Watertown man accused of trespassing
Man arrested providing false name
Cape to purchase 12E property for salt barn
Cancer creates bond between a student and a community volunteer
Development Authority to consider many environmental effects of landfill expansion
November 12, 2011
Massena physician’s medical license suspended
WOUNDED NORTH COUNTRY MARINE RECEIVES PURPLE HEART
60 homes evacuated from train derailment in Syracuse
Roads reopen as Syracuse train crash is cleared
Lowville shows support for war veterans
Theresa to increase 2012 tax rate by 3.5 percent
Outside agencies puzzled by St. Lawrence County legislators
Snow dampens record high
M&T Bank tops SBA loan numbers for north country
The WorkPlace will host Job Corps training orientation
November 11, 2011
Watertown Town Council holds off passing budget
Fort Drum holds Veterans Day ceremony
Morgan Management claims 202 project dead; local leaders not ready to give up
SOUTH JEFF STUDENTS UNVEIL MURAL HONORING VETERANS
Appellate court upholds Bronx man’s conviction for attempted robbery in Watertown
Joseph L. Rich resigns from state advisory committee
MISSING since last week, Massena woman found in Oneida County
Watertown man threatens woman with death
Watertown police arrest woman fugitive
Boy, 8, injured by his father in Watertown
Vandalism issues continue at Massena Creative Playground
WATERTOWN BUSINESS COULD LEAVE WITHOUT FOREIGN TRADE ZONE DESIGNATION
Prepardness drill to test rapid vaccination response time
Two new surgeons join the North Country Orthopaedic Group
November 10, 2011
Watertown reaches high of 71 on Wednesday
With budget cuts looming, Army hoping the worst isn't near for family-based programs
Man arrested in accidental fatal shooting
WILL POTSDAM'S 'NO' SINK CONSOLIDATION?
Jefferson County board to consider changes to 2012 budget
10th Mountain soldiers provide link so Afghan kids can get to school
Woman may sue Watertown over noise ordinance violation, arrest
Lowville man arraigned on another drunken-driving charge
Fort Drum soldier cleared of two Tupper Lake stabbings
Missing mower creates sign language
Watertown Trust considers renting out unsold Ten Eyck Street house
Carthage residents’ questions remain unanswered
Mayor Graham is buying political yard signs
Carthage Area Hospital Welcomes Dr. Taeson Moon D.O. to Staff
Obama Administration to Delay New 15-Cent Christmas Tree Tax
Police: Homicide victim was raped, strangled
November 9, 2011
Two Face Drug Charges in Watertown
Jeff Graham wins fifth term as mayor, beating Jeff Smith
Ogdensburg mayor’s race comes down to absentee ballots
PROPOSAL TO DISSOLVE VILLAGE OF POTSDAM DEFEATED
Jefferson County Legislators Fitzpatrick, Ferris win; Astafan leading in District 6
Carthage school board approves 2 new teachers
Hirschey defeats White in Cape Vincent; victory for anti-wind group
Lewis County ballots in error
Long-time New Bremen supervisor defeated; Lewis legislators re-elected
Dissolution rejected, Yurgartis takes spot as new mayor
Troopers: Ogdensburg man beat puppy to death
Lorraine woman struck teen girl several times
November 8, 2011
ELECTION DAY
JEFF GRAHAM WINS 5TH TERM AS MAYOR
CARPINELLI WINS OVER RUMBLE FOR LEWIS COUNTY SHERIFF
WATERTOWN MAYORAL CANDIDATES CAST BALLOTS
8 SUFFER MINOR INJURIES IN MORRISTOWN SCHOOL BUS CRASH
MAN ACCUSED OF POINTING BOW & ARROW AT MEN
Second nurse at Carthage Area Hospital arrested on drug charges
EX-TRIBAL CHIEF FACING NEW DRUG CHARGES
It's Election Day In The North Country
It's Neck And Neck For Jeff And Jeff
POLITICAL PROFILE: WATERTOWN MAYORAL RACE
Last-minute write-in candidate appears in Theresa
Heavy voter turnout expected in St. Lawrence County
Lewis voters to pick sheriff, 3 legislators
HOW EFFICIENT IS IT TO TURN COW MANURE INTO ELECTRICITY?
FORT DRUM COMMUNITY REACTS TO LOOMING MILITARY SPENDING CUTS
New York state bill to recapture cell phone tax money for counties
Watertown man admits robbing KeyBank branch
Eleven arraigned on sealed indictments alleging cocaine sales in Watertown
Watertown’s first noise ordinance case goes to judge
November 7, 2011
MAN CHARGED WITH RAPE IN POTSDAM
Tug Hill property tax hikes have exceeded cap amount
OGDENSBURG WOMAN FACES DRUG CHARGE; HAD 4 YEAR OLD IN VEHICLE
Locker door collecting memories
Clayton town officials to take 5% pay cut, hike tax rate by 7 cents in 2012
Man taken to hospital after trailer fire in Richland
Edwards woman arrested on petit larceny charges
Motorists accused of driving while intoxicated
UPDATE: POLICE IDENTIFY PEOPLE INVOLVED IN THREE VEHICLE CRASH
EARLY DISMISSAL MONDAY FOR HAMMOND CENTRAL SCHOOL STUDENTS
November 6, 2011
Fort Drum Pilot Had Just 14 Memorable Days With Wife And Newborn Daughter
Woman accused of selling oxycodone
FT. DRUM COUPLE HOMELESS FOLLOWING FIRE
PART OF CARTHAGE AREA HOSPITAL EVACUATED
STATE POLICE INVESTIGATE THREE VEHICLE CRASH
Congressman Owens’ town hall meeting Saturday in Watertown had 50 people with many concerns
UCONN Rallies In 4th Quarter To Beat Syracuse
Hounsfield supervisor race likely won’t end acrimony, accusations
Ogdensburg recognized as historic community
Potsdam police costs highest in the region
Prison In Romulus On Lockdown
November 5, 2011
ARMY SECRETARY MCHUGH SPEAKS OUT ABOUT DEFENSE SPENDING CUTS
Command of Fort Drum changes hands in Friday ceremony
Police: Watertown man violates protection order 6 days after sentence to probation
Pulaski man arrested in stabbing
Police say city woman left daughter, 9, home alone
Police: Lacona woman collected her dead husband’s disability benefits
Man jailed for having depictions of child sex
POLITICAL PROFILE: OGDENSBURG MAYORAL RACE
ACCUSED RAPIST ALLEGEDLY SENT LETTERS TO VICTIM
November 4, 2011
Attorneys Renzi, Caughlin, vie for Watertown City Court judge
11 DRUG SUSPECTS ARRESTED IN 'OPERATION FALL HARVEST'
Jefferson County, CSEA at impasse; county budget plans for new health insurance carrier
Former SPCA Director says board was not truthful with reasons behind her firing
Two indicted in home invasion robbery in Watertown
HAMMOND MAN KILLED IN GEORGIA PLANE CRASH
Councilman Jeff Smith: ‘Vision for the Future’
MACOMB TOWN JUDGE FIGHTING TO KEEP JOB
Wilna home damaged in fire
YNN-Marist Poll: New Yorkers pessimistic about the future
Jefferson County board again refuses sales tax break for developer
The Shoe Doctor opens in Watertown’s Salmon Run Mall
SBA opens nominations for business awards
Massena BDC stuck paying I-98 bill
November 3, 2011
72 counts in the indictment against Francis Morgia
Mayor Jeff Graham: ‘The Mayor Who’s There’
Adams woman charged with stealing from HSBC
Army family programs at “great” risk for cuts, McHugh warns
Large fire in Tupper Lake
Ogdensburg mayoral election on horizon as city deals with Knox Street fallout
Point Salubrious family accuses Lyme councilman of wasting tax money pursuing dead airport project
JB Wise parking lot project nearly completed in downtown Watertown
Jail inmate is charged over damage to his cell
Elks donate dictionaries to students
Greig ZBA to handle appeal of controversial water project
DOT to discuss Dexter bridge replacement
Downtown Business Association accepting applications for annual award
PIT BULLS PILING UP AT POTSDAM POUND
POLITICAL PROFILE: LEWIS COUNTY SHERIFF
URBAN MISSION'S DOLLAR DINNERS BEGIN
November 2, 2011
McHugh to attend Fort Drum change of command ceremony Friday
LATEST FORT DRUM CASUALTY DESCRIBED AS BRAVE, YET FUNNY
NEW STATE JOBS SITE ATTRACTS 20,000 VISITORS IN ONE DAY
ASSEMBLY SPEAKER SAYS THERE'S HOPE FOR 'MILLIONAIRE TAX'
MISSING WOMAN FOUND DEAD
Police pursuit preceded fatal crash on reservation
Self-inflicted gunshot wound kills teen
OGDENSBURG'S CITY MANAGER SURVIVES MOVE TO REMOVE HIM
Fitzpatrick seeks business, tourism growth through relationships as Jefferson County legislator
Doldo wants Jefferson County board to help businesses
Army veteran seeking Jefferson County District 12 seat
Watertown native watches history unfold in newly freed Libya
Brosk joins Stephens Media Group
Tim Green explains why he resigned as Skaneateles football coach
Carthage breaks ground on assisted living facility
Jefferson County nonprofits ask for more money from county
November 1, 2011
Jefferson County jury finds woman guilty of injuries to foster child
NEW YORK STUDENTS' MATH SCORES FALL IN NATIONAL TEST
HOUSING SHORTAGE IN FORT DRUM AREA EXPECTED TO WORSEN
WATERTOWN CHURCH STRUCK BY VANDALISM
Jefferson County SPCA has fired it's executive director
Fort Drum Soldier Killed In Afghanistan
Fort Drum’s Commanding General leaving for Germany
Non lethals helping on the home front
Jefferson County to raise tax levy, rate in proposed budget
Neighbors of Watertown begin work on $2.1 million Stone Street project
CANTON WOMAN ACCUSED OF SELLING DRUGS TO POLICE INFORMANT
STATE TAKES 2-PRONG APPROACH TO PUTTING NEW YORKERS BACK TO WORK
MAN ARRESTED IN DRUG BUST
NNY uninsured rate hovers at 12 percent
Police: Fort Drum man violated protection order
Jefferson County Sheriff Burns fires at legislators on outboarding inmates
Watertown Elks Lodge to donate coats to children today
Sports center to open in former Lowville Catholic school
Ogdensburg mayor drafts resolution to terminate city manager
October 31, 2011
Mayoral candidates weigh in on development council, I-98
Car reported stolen found in Black River
Military commissaries face deficit-cutting threat
Motorists Charged With DWI
ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY MAN ARRESTED FOR STEALING CAR PARTS, TOOLS
Watertown man accused of resisting arrest on warrant
Two men arrested Sunday after altercation on State Street
Pair accused of possessing Ritalin
WORKPLACE SCHEDULES 3RD ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE
Students compete in NYS Field Band Championship
October 30, 2011
Soldier surprises family after yearlong deployment
Two men charged with disorderly conduct after brawl early Saturday
FIVE PEOPLE INJURED IN CLAYTON CAR CRASH
Watertown woman charged with possession of stolen property
Woman accused of harboring wanted man
Tug Hill legislator found clear of alleged ethics violations
20 years later, Norwood man recounts his experience in infamous storm
3 deaths blamed on early season snowstorm; 2.2 million without power
Woman killed in house explosion
Fort Drum apartment market has under 1 percent vacancy
Non-lethal force demand growing around the globe
Bobbing for pumpkins
October 29, 2011
Watertown Students Set Up Memorial At Zachary Blanchard's Locker
