The state Department of Environmental Conservation announced Wednesday a new online resource for new hunters and organizations offering mentored hunting opportunities. Read More ⇒DEC offering new online resource for novice hunters
FORT DRUM — A $10 million program aimed at connecting 10th Mountain Division soldiers with post-service employment in the north country has kicked off. Read More ⇒Regional Economic Development Council starts taking proposals to keep Fort Drum soldiers in north country post-Army
Oswego — A man and his dog were rescued Wednesday night after jumping from Cahill Pier at Oswego Harbor to save his dog, firefighters said. Read More ⇒Man rescued from Oswego Harbor after entering water to save dog, firefighters say
WATERTOWN — Local government sales tax collections dipped slightly in Lewis and St. Lawrence counties in February compared to the same month a year ago, while Jefferson County’s receipts remained flat. Read More ⇒Sales tax receipts in Lewis, St. Lawrence counties dip in February; Jefferson unchanged
HENDERSON—Most people viewing the solar eclipse on April 8 will be standing on solid ground, but quite a few people will have a different experience. Read More ⇒Floating during the eclipse: Boaters are making plans for viewing on April 8
The April 8 total eclipse is about three weeks away and cloudless skies would be the optimal viewing conditions, especially in Watertown, which sits in the path of totality. Read More ⇒Cloudy skies for April 8 eclipse? Map envisions the likelihood
WASHINGTON — Republicans representing the north country in Congress have expectedly expressed disappointment in President Joseph R. Biden’s State of the Union address, saying there was little redeemable about his Thursday night speech. Read More ⇒North country’s Republicans expectedly disappointed by Biden’s State of the Union
WATERTOWN — State parks across New York will host events relating to the April 8 total eclipse days before the event and during it, ranging from solar eclipse history talks to nature hikes. Read More ⇒State parks arise and shine for eclipse viewers
WATERTOWN — Dr. Debra A. Koloms will tell you why you’ll have to wear specialized glasses for the solar eclipse on April 8. Read More ⇒Why you should wear eclipse glasses on April 8
Shamrock Shakes benefit Ronald McDonald House Read More ⇒Shamrock Shakes benefit Ronald McDonald House
The Preservation League of New York is launching an annually occurring grant program this year to help support capital improvement projects at significant historic properties in the state. Read More ⇒New grant opportunity available for nonprofits in New York
WATERTOWN — High winds accompanying an approaching cold front knocked out power Wednesday afternoon to more than 3,000 National Grid customers in northwestern St. Lawrence County. Read More ⇒Quick weather change brings power outages
WATERTOWN — A comet is on a path that could add star power to the April 8 eclipse. Read More ⇒Comet could be a spectacular guest at April 8 eclipse
WATERTOWN — An informational session on Thursday will cover how communities can benefit from $25 million in new funding now available under New York State Energy Research and Development Authority’s newly released Clean Energy Communities program. Read More ⇒Webinar on funding from Clean Energy Communities program is Thursday
ALBANY — The legislative district maps drawn up by the Independent Redistricting Commission are dead after rejection in the state Legislature on Monday, setting the Democrat-controlled body up to redraw New York’s political maps again for the second time in two years. Read More ⇒Legislature rejects IRC Congressional maps, will draw their own plan this week
Selkirk Shores State Park to get major upgrades Read More ⇒Selkirk Shores State Park to receive major upgrades
West Monroe =— An 83-year-old woman was killed in a two-car crash Thursday evening in Oswego County, deputies say. Read More ⇒Woman, 83, dies in two-car crash in Oswego County
ALBANY — New Yorkers could soon see their Congressional district lines shift before they vote for their House Representative later this year, although changes in upstate New York are minimal in the latest maps approved by the Independent Redistricting Commission. Read More ⇒Redistricting panel approves new Congressional maps for N.Y., sends to Legislature for approval
SARANAC LAKE — Attorney Paula Collins announced on Tuesday that she is running for the congressional seat currently held by Elise Stefanik, setting up a Democratic primary between herself and Democrat Steven Holden. Read More ⇒Second Democrat joins NY-21 race to challenge Stefanik
CROGHAN — Join FFA supporters nationwide by contributing to the Give FFA Day Campaign on Feb. 22. Read More ⇒A day to support New York FFA
ALBANY — Governor Kathleen C. Hochul has announced annual state funding that will give State University of New York students access to internships. Read More ⇒Hochul increases internship opportunities for SUNY students
Gov. Kathleen C. Hochul has announced the schedule for the 2024 Free Fishing Days in New York, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy freshwater fishing without the need for a fishing license on specific designated days. Read More ⇒New York’s free fishing days include Feb. 17-18
WATERTOWN — The Tug Hill Commission, in conjunction with the Division of Local Government and School Accountability of the state comptroller’s office, will host a municipal fraud prevention and detection workshop at 7 p.m. Feb. 29. Read More ⇒Public workshop on red flags for municipal fraud set Feb. 29
WATERTOWN — The bright, yellow circle in the sky made its return to the north country to start out the work week Monday. For the first time in what feels like weeks, the sun has broken through the clouds making for a sunny, moderate beginning for February. Read More ⇒More sunny days to come for the north country
WATERTOWN — Jefferson and St. Lawrence counties saw modest gains in local government sales tax collections in 2023 compared to the previous year, while Lewis County experienced an almost negligible dip in receipts. Read More ⇒Jefferson, St. Lawrence counties see modest increase in sale tax revenue in 2023; Lewis County has slight dip
WATERTOWN — Rep. Claudia L. Tenney on Tuesday nominated former President Donald J. Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize for what she termed his “groundbreaking” efforts to foster peace and coordination among several countries in the Middle East through the Abraham Accords. Read More ⇒Rep. Tenney nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
CHAUMONT— Multiple fire departments and the U.S. Coast Guard responded to Point Salubrious at about 6 p.m. Wednesday for a possible ice rescue. Read More ⇒False alarm: Ice shanty users urged to provide contact info to avoid unnecessary search efforts
WATERTOWN — Rep. Claudia L. Tenney visited Watertown on Wednesday to host a roundtable discussion with local law enforcement officials. Read More ⇒Rep. Tenney visits Watertown to talk north country police challenges
ALBANY — North country schools could lose millions of dollars in state funding if a proposal from Gov. Kathleen C. Hochul goes through. Read More ⇒North country schools could see millions cut from state aid totals this year
Eel Bay among topics of Save the River’s 35th winter conference this weekend Read More ⇒Eel Bay among variety of topics at annual Save the River conference this weekend
WATERTOWN — The travel advisory in Jefferson County has been lifted, but due to the impending snowstorm it’s unclear how long that will last. Read More ⇒More winter weather on the way
ALEXANDRIA BAY — The state Department of Environmental Conservation is inviting the public to learn more about the status of Lake Ontario’s Eastern Basin and St. Lawrence River black bass population at a public meeting on Wednesday in Alexandria Bay. Read More ⇒DEC to host black bass fisheries meeting in Alexandria Bay
WATERTOWN — Gov. Kathleen C. Hochul declared a state of emergency for Jefferson and Lewis counties as another storm with high winds headed for the north country Friday night. Read More ⇒Governor declares state of emergency for Jefferson, Lewis counties as more wind, snow expected in north country
PULASKI — State police quickly apprehended an Oswego County man who allegedly robbed a bank Friday morning on Salina Street. Read More ⇒State police quickly nab man who allegedly robbed Pulaski bank
WATERTOWN— After Tuesday night’s windstorm, tree service contractors and other crews have been working around the clock to remove fallen limbs from power lines, and get them clear of roads, driveways, houses and vehicles. Read More ⇒Tree service contractors looking at weeks of work ahead, urging people to be careful cleaning up
WATERTOWN — Many in Jefferson County have their lights back on while others are still in the dark in the aftermath of the windstorm that wreaked havoc Tuesday night in the north country. Read More ⇒Power back for many in north country; restoration efforts continue as second storm looms
WATERTOWN — As crews begin the race to get everyone back online, the next windstorm could be right around the corner. Read More ⇒National Weather Service predicting more high winds Friday into Saturday
WATERTOWN — The wait is still on for many in the north country without power, a spokesperson from National Grid said. Read More ⇒National Grid: Power may not be restored until Thursday for some in NNY
WATERTOWN — Strong winds wreaked havoc and cut power for thousands in the north country overnight as storm systems swept through the area with wind gusts as high as 78 mph being recorded in Watertown. Read More ⇒Power out for thousands in north country as wind storm wreaks havoc
A judge has denied a request by Rep. Elise M. Stefanik and other Republicans to stall the rollout of universal mail-in voting in New York until a final decision is made on their pending lawsuit. Read More ⇒New York’s mail-in voting expansion stays in place for now, but lawsuit lingers
The Northern New York Volunteer Firemen’s Association has announced that it will again offer a scholarship program for high school seniors. Applications can be picked up at high school guidance offices or by contacting Jerry Flanders at P.O. Box 534, Copenhagen N.Y. 13626. Read More ⇒Scholarships offered through firemen’s association
MEXICO — A missing 21-year-old Oswego County woman was found dead Friday, troopers say. Read More ⇒Missing Oswego County woman, 21, found dead, state police say
LACONA — A Sandy Creek man released from state prison four weeks ago has been charged with robbing a bank Wednesday in the village. Read More ⇒Recent prison parolee charged with robbing Lacona bank
The nation’s fleet of nuclear reactors won’t be able to tap into a climate law tax credit poised to provide billions of dollars to spur the production of clean hydrogen, dealing a blow to operators struggling in the face of competition from cheap natural gas and renewables. Read More ⇒Biden’s hydrogen tax credit rules deal nuclear industry a blow
LACONA — State police are investigating a bank robbery that occurred Wednesday morning at the Pathfinder Bank in the village. Read More ⇒Troopers investigating bank robbery in Lacona
FRANKLIN — Law enforcement is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Franklin County after an incident at a trailhead Monday night. Read More ⇒Troopers shoot woman at Franklin County trailhead
WATERTOWN — The North Country Library System announced this week that they will have on-demand access to needed hygiene items that also include information about library and community resources. Read More ⇒North Country Library System to give out hygiene items
WATERTOWN — Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties each saw modest gains in local government sales tax collections on November compared to the same month a year ago. Read More ⇒Tri-county area sees increase in sales tax collections in November
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is reminding New Yorkers to register their snowmobiles. Snowmobile registrations must be renewed annually. Read More ⇒Snowmobile owners reminded to register sleds