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Potsdam veterans' group seeking volunteer drivers

Friday, November 06, 2009, 4:57pm
POTSDAM – A Potsdam veterans’ group says it needs help from volunteer drivers for the vans they use to bring vets to medical appointments.""Dick LaPage, past commander and currently a... More Info >

Handweaving Museum & Art Center
Colton resident finalist in 2010 NICHE Awards with 'Wearable art' piece

Friday, November 06, 2009, 4:52pm
COLTON – “Wearable art” designer Mary Gwyneth Holland of Colton is a finalist in the 2010 NICHE Awards for her one-of-a-kind piece entitled “White Peacock Coat.”... More Info >

Owens announces he will support "Affordable Healthcare for America Act"

Friday, November 06, 2009, 2:59pm
New 23rd District Congressman Bill Owens says he will support H.R. 3962, the "Affordable Healthcare for America Act" – especially if there are a couple of changes he would like to... More Info >

Tri-Town readies for winter carnival with 'medieval times' theme
Friday, November 06, 2009, 11:51am
BRASHER FALLS – The Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce is getting ready for the annual Winter Carnival with a contest to design this year’s carnival button on the theme Medieval Times. "Anyone who lives in one of the three towns – Stockholm, Brasher, and Lawrence – can enter. "The theme “Medieval Times” must be depicted; only hand drawn or painted original work that can be shrunk to a 2 ½ inch round button will be accepted; only three colors may be used; the type of media is the entrant’s choice but beware of media that may smudge such as chalk pastels; entries must be in by Dec. 15; name, address, phone number and a short statement about the design must be included with the drawing. There is no age limit, and no limit on the number of entries a person may submit."The winning design will be used on the buttons the chamber will sell. The buttons are used as entry tickets to some events and are a great collectable. The second place entry will be used on advertising posters all around the North Country."Entries should be mailed to Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 297, Brasher Falls, NY 13613, or handed to any Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors member."

Clarkson names two executives to board of trustees

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 5:44pm
Clarkson University has named the former president and owner of Southern Heat Exchanger Corporation and the president of Novatek Communications and to its board of trustees. "Both are Clarkson... More Info >

Gouverneur man arrested for illegally hunting deer

Friday, November 06, 2009, 9:32am
GOUVERNEUR – A Gouverneur man is facing multiple charges for illegally hunting deer, according to the St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department."Deputies arrested Anthony S. Weatherup, 23,... More Info >

No injuries reported following crash in Oswegatchie

Friday, November 06, 2009, 9:53am
OSWEGATCHIE -- No injuries were reported Thursday following a one-vehicle property-damage accident on the Haggert Road, according to state police."Police were notified of the crash near the... More Info >

Potsdam police arrest four for DWI, other alcohol-related infractions

Friday, November 06, 2009, 9:29am
POTSDAM – A Potsdam man was arrested for drunk driving, and in other cases, three eople were charged with alcohol-related infractions on Thursday, according to village police."Police charged... More Info >

Senator Gillibrand urges EPA to provide funding for Ogdensburg's waterfront

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 5:33pm
OGDENSBURG -- U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand says she is urging the Environment Protection Agency to provide federal funding from the brownfield program for the City of Ogdensburg, to be used to... More Info >

Crashes reported in Waddington, Lisbon

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 11:48am
No injuries were reported following one vehicle property damage accidents in Lisbon and Waddington on Tuesday, according to state police."Police were notified of a crash on NYS Hwy. 37 near the Buck... More Info >

Two arrested for alleged assault in Clifton, Bombay woman for alleged burglary in Stockholm

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 9:51am
Two men have been arrested in connection with an alleged assault in Clifton and a Bombay woman has been charged for an alleged burglary in Stockholm, according to state police."Police charged... More Info >

Ft. Drum commander to host community meeting in Gouverneur Nov. 12

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 11:56am
GOUVERNEUR – Colonel Kenneth Riddle, Garrison Commander, U.S. Army, Fort Drum will host a town hall style meeting to share information from the post that may interest or impact St. Lawrence... More Info >

Canton-Potsdam Hospital has new treatment for swallowing disorders

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 8:52am
POTSDAM -- Canton-Potsdam Hospital has expanded treatment options for people with swallowing disorders, also known as dysphagia. "The therapy, a non-invasive neuromuscular electrical stimulation... More Info >

Caregivers support group begins in Lisbon

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 12:02pm
LISBON -- A Caregivers Support Group has been started by the Lisbon Wesleyan Church, 48 Church St., to try to meet the needs of those who are caring for someone with a chronic illness or injury.... More Info >

Ilion man arrested for more than one pound of pot in Madrid

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 11:50am
MADRID – An Ilion man was charged with possessing more than a pound of pot on Tuesday, according to state police."Police charged Steven M. Johnson, 34, Ilion, with second degree criminal... More Info >

Police respond to accidents in Potsdam, Massena, Lawrence, Louisville

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 2:33pm
State police investigated a three-vehicle crash in Potsdam, a personal injury accident in Massena, and one-vehicle property damage accidents Lawrence and Louisville Monday."No injuries were reported... More Info >

Two men charged with disorderly conduct in connection with incident in Hermon

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 2:29pm
HERMON – Two men have been charged with disorderly conduct in connection with an incident in Hermon reported on Aug. 19, according to state police."Michael S. Young, 17, Richville, was arrested... More Info >

Despite poor economy, local entrepreneurs seem optimistic

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 9:03am
By CRAIG FREILICH"POTSDAM –If the local residents attending Marc Compeau’s “My Small Business 101” class are any indication, the local economy just might be looking up."The... More Info >

This rendering of one student’s idea for renovating the Potsdam Public Library is a preliminary image, according to Dave Beck, Director of Clarkson’s Digital Arts & Sciences Program. The images at the reception will have a more finished look, he says.
3-D digital design class creates 'dream' renovation of Potsdam Public Library interior

Monday, November 02, 2009, 11:18am
POTSDAM -- A 3-D digital design class at Clarkson University has mixed conceptual ideas with real-world applications to provide the Potsdam Public Library with a new vision for the design of a... More Info >

Clarkson volleyball team pulls out of game due to widespread illness

Friday, October 30, 2009, 3:43pm
POTSDAM -- Due to team illness, the Clarkson University Volleyball team had no choice but to pull out of Regional Challenge, held at Ithaca College this weekend."With several players suffering from... More Info >

County historical association suggesting gift certificates, ornaments, memberships as holiday presents

Monday, November 02, 2009, 2:26pm
CANTON – You might consider a gift certificate or a gift membership from the St. Lawrence County Historical Association this holiday season. "Gift certificates are available in $25, $20, $15,... More Info >

Crashes reported in Clare, Lisbon

Sunday, November 01, 2009, 5:10pm
No injuries were reported following one-vehicle property damage accidents in Clare and Lisbon on Saturday, according to state police."At 9:12 a.m., police were notified of a crash on the Dunnerville... More Info >

Crashes reported in Massena, Stockholm

Sunday, November 01, 2009, 9:09am
No injuries were reported following property damage accidents in Massena and Stockholm on Friday, according to state police."At 11:50 a.m., police were notified of a two-car collision on County Route... More Info >

No injuries reported following crash in Waddington

Thursday, October 22, 2009, 10:21am
WADDINGTON – No injuries were reported following a one-vehicle property damage accident Wednesday on NYS Hwy. 37, according to state police."Police received a report of the crash near the... More Info >

Price Chopper Supermarkets recalling ground beef; possible E. Coli contamination


Saturday, October 31, 2009, 5:13pm
Price Chopper Supermarkets is voluntarily recalling select packages of USDA ground beef with expiration dates of September 16 through October 5, 2009 based upon information from USDA and Fairbank... More Info >

Madrid man charged with pot possession in Stockholm

Monday, October 26, 2009, 10:03am
STOCKHOLM – A Madrid man was charged with pot possession early Sunday morning, according to state police."Police charged James E. Vallance, 53, with unlawful possession of marijuana at 4:15... More Info >

Norwood man jailed for allegedly breaking into Norfolk Health Center, stealing prescription meds and supplies

Wednesday, October 07, 2009, 12:17pm
NORFOLK – A Norwood man has been arrested for breaking into the Norfolk Health Center and stealing prescription medication and supplies."St. Lawrence County sheriff’s deputies have... More Info >

Fine teen charged with unauthorized use of motor vehicle

Monday, November 02, 2009, 10:30am
FINE – A teenager was charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle Sunday, according to state police."Cody J. Tennant, 17, was charged at 11:01 p.m. Nov. 1 at 7 Folsum Rd., police... More Info >

Man charged with burglary in connection with Nov. 2008 incident in Gouverneur

Thursday, October 15, 2009, 11:14am
GOUVERNEUR – An Antwerp man has been arrested for burglary in connection with an incident reported to police on Nov. 5, 2008, according to state police."Michael J. Cook, 24, Antwerp, was... More Info >

Rensselaer Falls man held on variety of charges

Sunday, November 01, 2009, 5:11pm
DEKALB – A Rensselaer Falls man was held after being arrested on a variety of charges after state police responded to a domestic dispute report early this morning."Police charged Jeffrey J.... More Info >

Norwood woman drives into Potsdam utility pole after trying to pick up item dropped on floor in car

Thursday, October 22, 2009, 9:48am
POTSDAM – A Norwood woman was ticketed Wednesday after her vehicle struck a utility pole when she dropped an item on the floor and tried to pick it up while driving."Village police charged... More Info >

Massena-based United Steelworkers local 450 backs Democrat Owens for Congress

Monday, October 19, 2009, 2:24pm
MASSENA – United Steelworkers local 450 has endorsed Bill Owens, the Democratic candidate seeking election to the 23rd Congressional seat."Jason Chilton, union vice-president also announced the... More Info >

Gouverneur man arrested for DWI, pot in Macomb

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 9:55am
MACOMB – A Gouverneur man has been arrested for drunk driving and pot possession following a traffic stop Monday night, according to state police."Police charged Jamie R. Henderson, 40, 2144... More Info >

Board of Elections highlights registration, absentee ballot dates for Election Day Nov. 3

Thursday, October 01, 2009, 8:56am
Several local offices and a seat in Congress will be filled through elections on Nov. 3, and the St. Lawrence County Board of Elections has made note of significant dates between now and then... More Info >

Speakers from international research institutions to appear at Clarkson conference Nov. 18

Friday, October 30, 2009, 3:12pm
POTSDAM -- Clarkson University's Department of Psychology will host an Interdisciplinary Judgement and Decision Making Mini-Conference on November 18."Students and faculty from Clarkson University as... More Info >

Potsdam chamber working to give boost to holiday promotions

Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 5:14pm
POTSDAM --The Potsdam Chamber of Commerce is working to make this year’s December promotions bigger and better than in past years, according to Executive Director Brenda Thornton."This... More Info >

Massena motorist arrested for DWI, speeding in Louisville

Saturday, October 24, 2009, 9:02am
LOUISVILLE – A Massena motorist was charged with drunk driving and speeding Friday night on NYS Hwy. 37, according to state police."Police charged Kelly J. Wilson, 29, 189 Center St., Massena,... More Info >

Ogdensburg, Brasher Falls men arrested for pot possession, other infractions

Friday, October 09, 2009, 12:20pm
Ogdensburg and Brasher Falls residents were arrested for pot possessing and other infractions on Thursday, according to state police."Police charged Esbon R. Worden, 29, Ogdensburg, with criminal... More Info >

More vaccine arrives, H1N1 clinic in Canton Thursday

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 9:46am
CANTON -- The St. Lawrence County Public Health Department says it received another shipment of H1N1 vaccine late Monday, and a clinic has been scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 5 at the Human Services... More Info >

Crashes in Pierrepont, Massena reported

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 11:45am
No injuries were reported following one-vehicle property damage accidents in Massena and Pierrepont on Tuesday, according to state police."At 7:23 p.m., police were notified of a crash on the South... More Info >

St. Lawrence County voters go to polls Tuesday to help elect Congressman, local candidates

St. Lawrence County voters on Nov. 3 will help elect one of two candidates in the hotly contested 23rd Congressional race as well as candidates for a number of local contests."With Gouverneur... More Info >

SUNY Police want new officers; test application deadline Oct. 13

Thursday, October 08, 2009, 8:51am
CANTON – The State University of New York Police Department is looking for officers, and the next civil service entrance exam is being given Nov. 15, but applications for the test have to be in... More Info >

Woman arrested for unlicensed operation at Massena Port of Entry

Monday, October 19, 2009, 12:23pm
MASSENA – An Akwesasne woman has been arrested for driving while her license was suspended, according to state police."Police arrested Rachel L. Oakes, 20, of 16 Irene Roundpoint Lane,... More Info >

NYSARC's Gouverneur Redemption Center has extended hours and fun Friday

Tuesday, September 29, 2009, 9:00am
GOUVERNEUR – The Gouverneur Redemption Center, in the Trackside Plaza at 5 Factory St., will have extended hours on Friday, Oct. 2, from 8 a.m. to -6 p.m. "They will sponsor a drawing for a... More Info >

SUNY Canton freshman arrested for allegedly having sex with 15-year-old girl

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 7:04am
CANTON – A SUNY Canton freshman has been arrested for allegedly having sexual relations with a 15-year-old girl earlier this year."According to St. Lawrence County sheriff’s deputies,... More Info >

Massena Neighborhood Watch program has new web site

Thursday, October 22, 2009, 11:45am
MASSENA -- The Neighborhood Watch program has recently established an Internet website to help educate the community and provide useful information about the program and ways to make Massena safer.... More Info >

Ogdensburg woman arrested for pot possession

Thursday, October 15, 2009, 11:20am
OSWEGATCHIE – An Ogdensburg woman has been charged with pot possession following a traffic stop on NYS Hwy. 812, according to state police."Police arrested Kara L. Pharoah, 28, of 234 Delaney... More Info >

HEAP to begin accepting applications for heating assistance Nov. 2

Tuesday, October 20, 2009, 5:02pm
CANTON -- The St. Lawrence County Department of Social Services begins accepting applications under the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) on Nov. 2."The income guidelines for eligibility in the... More Info >

Local works on patent to make hunting more comfortable

Wednesday, September 30, 2009, 5:15pm
CANTON – Bob Fountaine of the Irish Settlement Road, says he’s marketing and working on patenting a solution to one of a North Country hunter’s most unhappy moments: after having... More Info >

Two jailed after man found naked, injured on top of Potsdam Town Hall roof

Monday, November 02, 2009, 10:10am
POTSDAM – Two men were jailed early this morning after one of them allegedly masturbated in front of an apartment then was found injured and naked on the roof of the Potsdam Town Hall."Village... More Info >

Clarkson University Men's Rugby Club wins state championship

Wednesday, October 28, 2009, 11:03am
POTSDAM -- The Clarkson University Men's Rugby Club has won the State Division 3 championship by going undefeated through the regular season. The club won its final regular game of the season Sunday,... More Info >

Shotgun-carrying Chase Mills man arrested for throwing firewood in front of dump trucks driving down road

Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 11:15am
CHASE MILLS – A shotgun carrying man has been arrested for allegedly throwing chunks of firewood in the path of dump trucks traveling on his road."St. Lawrence County sheriff’s deputies... More Info >

SUNY Potsdam to hold bone marrow drive Oct. 21

Friday, October 09, 2009, 11:50am
POTSDAM -- SUNY Potsdam has a bone marrow registry drive in conjunction with the National Bone Marrow Donor Program on Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Union Fireside Lounge,... More Info >

Popularity growing, so SUNY Canton opens Winterterm registration early

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 2:31pm
CANTON – SUNY Canton says it is opening its enrollment early for between-semesters courses because the offerings are increasingly popular."Registration is now available online.... More Info >

Waddington man charged with pot possession, unlicensed operation in Louisville

Sunday, November 01, 2009, 5:09pm
LOUISVILLE – A Waddington man was charged with pot possession and driving without a license Friday, according to state police."Police charged Ian J. Johns, 24, with unlawful possession of... More Info >

85 wildlife, nature photos by George Grant on display at CPH

Monday, October 26, 2009, 11:27am
POTSDAM – Now on display around Canton-Potsdam Hospital are 85 examples of George Grant’s wildlife and nature photography."For nine years, Canton Potsdam Hospital has welcomed local... More Info >

Generous donation puts Potsdam animal shelter within range of goal

Tuesday, September 29, 2009, 5:29pm
POTSDAM -- The Potsdam Humane Society now needs a little over $100,000 to break ground to on their building project to improve the Potsdam Animal Shelter."Jason and Tracy (Grant) Adle recently helped... More Info >

Winthrop man arrested for allegedly striking, head-butting girlfriend

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 9:52am
WINTHROP – A Winthrop man has been arrested for allegedly striking, head-butting and pulling the hair of his girlfriend while she held the couple’s eight-week-old daughter."State police... More Info >

Special Olympics volunteers needed in Gouverneur Oct. 24

Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 8:50am
GOUVERNEUR --- Special Olympics needs volunteers this Saturday, Oct. 24 for their bowling competition at the Gouverneur Bowl on Route 11."Volunteers are needed to help monitor lanes making sure... More Info >

Man arrested for criminal possession of controlled substance in Potsdam

Tuesday, October 27, 2009, 4:22pm
POTSDAM – A Winter Haven man was arrested for criminal possession of a controlled substance and a bench warrant early this morning, according to village police."Police arrested Casey D.... More Info >

St. Lawrence County IDA approves $90k loan to Slic


CANTON -- The St. Lawrence County IDA Local Development Corporation has approved a $90,000 loan to Slic Network Solutions, Inc."The funds were part of $180,000 in financing assistance the IDA is... More Info >

SUNY Canton offering classes for security guards

Wednesday, September 30, 2009, 5:16pm
CANTON -- SUNY Canton has classes coming up for security guards and for aspiring security guards. The college will offer a 16-hour on-the-job training course for security guards, which comes in... More Info >

Winthrop teen facing multiple charges following Brasher crash; no tickets issued following two Stockholm accidents

Monday, November 02, 2009, 10:32am
A Winthrop teen is facing multiple charges following a one-vehicle accident in Brasher, but no tickets were issued following two crashes in Stockholm, according to state police."Police charged... More Info >

Winthrop, Massena men arrested for possession of stolen property

Friday, October 09, 2009, 12:18pm
STOCKHOLM – Two men have been arrested in connection with a burglary attempt in Stockholm reported to state police on Sept. 27."Police charged Arthur H. Lundrigan, 30, Winthrop, with criminal... More Info >

Police investigate crashes in Stockholm, Louisville

Tuesday, October 27, 2009, 9:49am
No injuries were reported following one-vehicle crashes in Stockholm and Louisville, according to state police."Police were notified of an accident on NYS Hwy. 11C near the Skinnerville Road in... More Info >

Brasher Falls motorist charged with unlicensed operation in Potsdam

Friday, October 30, 2009, 10:52am
POTSDAM – A Brasher Falls motorist was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation third degree early today, according to village police."Scott D. Feneran, 20, was also charged with improper... More Info >

Senior citizens offered introductory computer classes beginning Oct. 20

Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 5:05pm
CANTON -- Students from St. Lawrence University and the county Office for the Aging are teaming up to provide introductory computer lessons at no charge for seniors age 60 or older who have wanted to... More Info >

Rossie man charged with DWI, Oswegatchie teen with pot possession

Monday, October 12, 2009, 11:24am
A Rossie man was charged with drunk driving and a Oswegatchie teen with pot possession in unrelated incidents Sunday night, according to state police."Police charged Richard J. Devito, 22, Rossie,... More Info >

Colton-Pierrepont program spearheading community service project to help children in need of warm winter clothing

Thursday, October 29, 2009, 5:15pm
COLTON -- The Colton-Pierrepont Mentor Program is spearheading a community service project called “Warming Up Our Community,” to help children in need of warm winter clothing."The program... More Info >

Man arrested for yelling obscenities at Canton-Potsdam Hospital staff trying to treat him

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 11:41am
POTSDAM – A Potsdam man was charged with disorderly conduct early this morning for allegedly yelling obscenities to staff trying to treat him at Canton-Potsdam Hospital, according to village... More Info >

Madrid man arrested for driving truck toward ex-wife and striking her

Sunday, October 11, 2009, 3:14am
MADRID – A Lisbon man has been arrested for allegedly driving his truck towards his ex-wife and striking her, according to state police."Police arrested Jamie L. Hicks, 34, of 11539 NYS Hwy.... More Info >

Massena man arrested for drunk driving

Friday, October 30, 2009, 10:53am
MASSENA – A Massena man was arrested for drunk driving Thursday night, according to state police."Samuel J. Snyder, 28, was charged with driving while intoxicated, failure to keep right and... More Info >

Potsdam motorists ticketed for driving wrong way, using cell phone, passing red light, speeding

Wednesday, October 07, 2009, 5:14pm
POTSDAM – Half a dozen motorists were ticketed for driving the wrong way, using a cell phone, passing a red light and speeding Tuesday night."According to village police, those charged... More Info >

Potsdam Holiday Fund now accepting applications

Friday, October 16, 2009, 5:35pm
POTSDAM -- Applications are available to those who wish to receive assistance from the Potsdam Holiday Fund, Inc. program, which provides new toys, warm clothing and food to area families with... More Info >

Sheep, goat nutrition workshop in Canton Nov. 19

CANTON – A Northern New York Sheep and Goat Week presentation Nov. 19 will offer a detailed look at sheep and goat nutrition with Cornell University Professor Emeritus and sheep specialist Dr.... More Info >

No injuries reported following crashes in Hopkinton, Oswegatchie

Friday, October 30, 2009, 10:54am
No injuries were reported following one-vehicle property damage accidents in Hopkinton and Oswegatchie, according to state police."At 7:38 p.m. Oct. 28, police were notified of a crash on NYS Hwy.... More Info >

One person injured following two-vehicle crash in Potsdam

Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 9:47am
POTSDAM – One person was injured following a two-vehicle crash Tuesday night on NYS Hwy 56, according to St. Lawrence County sheriff’s deputies."Deputies said a vehicle operated by Thomas... More Info >

Potsdam Pine Street closure in effect through Oct. 9

Wednesday, September 30, 2009, 3:10pm
POTSDAM -- State Rt. 345, Pine Street, will be closed between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. through Oct. 9, apparently due to work on the railroad crossing."The road will be opened to through traffic only... More Info >

Owner of Massena's Via Main Restaurant killed in head-on collision in Brasher

Friday, October 30, 2009, 9:44am
BRASHER – The owner of the Via Main Restaurant in Massena was killed Thursday after he was struck head-on by a tractor-trailer."According to state police, Ty M. Kennedy, 42, Massena, died as a... More Info >

Norfolk man held following arrest on burglary charges

Monday, November 02, 2009, 10:31am
LOUISVILLE – A Norfolk man was held after being arrested for burglary Sunday in connection with an incident in Louisville reported on Oct. 28."Police charged John P. Maxwell, 21, with third... More Info >

Richville, Potsdam, Norfolk residents arrested on variety of charges

Friday, October 30, 2009, 10:55am
A Richville man has been charged with disorderly conduct, a Potsdam teen with criminal possession of a weapon and a Norfolk man with forcible touching, according to state police."Police charged... More Info >

Raquette River 'Blueway' plan discussion at Colton meeting Oct. 15

COLTON – Anyone with an interest in the future of the Raquette River is invited to hear more about plans for the development of a “blueway” trail along the corridor during a public... More Info >

Potsdam woman charged with DWI in Parishville

Thursday, October 08, 2009, 9:55am
PARISHVILLE – A Potsdam woman was charged with drunk driving early this morning, according to state police."Police arrested Sarah A. Huto, 24, for driving while intoxicated and failure to use... More Info >

Senior citizen charged with criminal mischief in Hammond

Friday, October 30, 2009, 10:52am
HAMMOND – A senior citizen was arrested Thursday after state police responded to a report of vandalism of private property at 9:15 a.m.."Crayton L. Buck, 78, Hammond, was charged with criminal... More Info >

Massena, Winthrop motorists charged with DWI in Potsdam, Stockholm

Tuesday, October 27, 2009, 9:50am
Massena and Winthrop motorists were charged with drunk driving in Potsdam and Stockholm early this morning, according to state police."Police charged Michael D. Deshane, 46, Massena, with driving... More Info >

Applications for assistance being accepted for Norwood-Norfolk-Raymondville Outreach Christmas Program

Friday, October 23, 2009, 5:03pm
Applications are now available to receive assistance for the Norwood-Norfolk-Raymondville Outreach Christmas program. "The program provides new toys, clothing and food to local communities.... More Info >

SUNY Canton seeks nominees for annual Distinguished Citizen Award

Friday, October 30, 2009, 8:54am
CANTON -- SUNY Canton is seeking nominations for its annual College Council Distinguished Citizen Award, to be presented at commencement on Saturday, May 22."Since 1976, the college has given this... More Info >

DEC sending hunters more Deer Management Permits

Thursday, October 29, 2009, 8:56am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is offering another opportunity for hunters in St. Lawrence County to obtain Deer Management Permits for the big game seasons."About 20... More Info >

Former NYS Senator Meier keynote speaker at SUNY Potsdam's government conference Oct. 13

POTSDAM -- Former New York State Senator Raymond Meier is keynote speaker at SUNY Potsdam’s 18th Annual Local Government Conference on Tuesday, Oct. 13, in Kellas Hall. "Designed by local... More Info >

Neighborhood Watch program established; aims to make community safer

Monday, October 12, 2009, 11:35am
MASSENA -- A Neighborhood Watch program has been established in Massena. Its goal is to make the community safer."They seek help from business owners and residents in all areas to report problems and... More Info >

Local doctor travels to India to provide free medical care to the indigent

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 3:12pm
POTSDAM -- Sandhya Parikh, a physician assistant in Canton-Potsdam Hospital's Chemical Dependency Services, traveled to India recently to provide free medical care to indigent patients in Gujarat,... More Info >

Teen jailed for trespassing, pot possession in Heuvelton

Friday, October 30, 2009, 10:56am
HEUVELTON – A North Carolina teen was jailed early today after he was arrested for trespassing and pot possession, according to state police."Police charged Joshua J Eustis, 18, Raleigh, NC,... More Info >

Massena teen, Ogdensburg man arrested

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 11:43am
A Massena teen was arrested for criminal mischief and an Ogdensburg man for criminal impersonation on Tuesday, according to state police."Jesse A. Mashaw, 18, Massena, was arrested at 1761 NYS Hwy.... More Info >

SLU 'Hockey Dad' to sign book at Canton store, Appleton Arena Nov. 14

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 5:18pm
CANTON -- The father of a star St. Lawrence University hockey player and a respected Canadian NHL hockey insider will sign copies of his newly published book Saturday, Nov. 14 at SLU’s Brewer... More Info >

Local doctor travels to India to provide free medical care to the indigent

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 3:12pm
POTSDAM -- Sandhya Parikh, a physician assistant in Canton-Potsdam Hospital's Chemical Dependency Services, traveled to India recently to provide free medical care to indigent patients in Gujarat,... More Info >

North Lawrence teen killed in ATV accident while jumping at at Moira motocross park

Monday, October 12, 2009, 8:14pm
MOIRA – A North Lawrence teen has been killed in an ATV accident at Martin’s Motocross Park, according to state police."Police said Kyle J. Cootware, 15, was participating in an 0-700,... More Info >

"The Truth About Glaucoma and Cataracts" presented Nov. 5

Friday, October 16, 2009, 8:47am
CANTON -- "The Truth About Glaucoma and Cataracts" presented by Dr. Kris VanWagner, ophthalmologist, will be at the Best Western University Inn, Route 11, Thursday, Nov. 5 at 12 p.m. Lunch... More Info >

Massena sex offender returned to jail hours after release for providing false address to authorities

Wednesday, October 28, 2009, 10:06am
MASSENA – A registered sex offender was returned to jail hours after release Tuesday for telling authorities he planned to live in a house where he was not welcome."St. Lawrence County... More Info >

Eat Well Play Hard program awarding $1,000 grants to support children's health programs in county

The Eat Well Play Hard Program has announced that grants of up to $1,000 are available to support projects designed to improve the health St. Lawrence County children."Over the past three years, the... More Info >

NCPR and Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley benefit from NNY Community Foundation grants

Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 2:31pm
WATERTOWN – The Northern New York Community Foundation has announced grant awards around the North Country, including those in St. Lawrence County for North Country Public Radio and Hospice and... More Info >

Potsdam police make arrests for trespassing, obstructing governmental administration

Monday, October 26, 2009, 10:23am
POTSDAM – A Potsdam man was charged with trespassing for entering a residence unlawfully and a Norfolk man was arrested for obstructing governmental administration this weekend."According to... More Info >

County Housing Council setting up heating help center in Cranberry Lake

Thursday, October 08, 2009, 11:28am
CRANBERRY LAKE – The St. Lawrence County Housing Council will be helping people in the southernmost part of St. Lawrence County with Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) certification from... More Info >

One-vehicle crash in Pitcairn

Thursday, October 15, 2009, 11:25am
PITCAIRN – No injuries were reported Tuesday following a one-vehicle property damage accident on NYS Hwy. 812, according to state police."Police were notified at 6:30 p.m. of the accident near... More Info >

C-P Hospital hosting blood drive Oct. 22


POTSDAM -- Canton-Potsdam Hospital and the American Red Cross will hold a community blood drive Thursday, Oct. 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms A & B on the second floor of the... More Info >

Potsdam man arrested for petit larceny, Massena woman for criminal mischief

Friday, October 16, 2009, 10:21am
A Potsdam man was charged with petit larceny and a Massena woman with criminal mischief in connection with unrelated incidents on Thursday."State police arrested Matthew A. Deshane, 26, Potsdam, with... More Info >

No injuries reported following crash in Brasher

Monday, October 19, 2009, 10:18am
BRASHER – No injuries were reported Sunday following a one-vehicle property damage crash on County Route 37 near the Keenan Road, according to state police."Police said they were notified of... More Info >

Potsdam man charged in domestic dispute

Thursday, October 29, 2009, 2:54pm
POTSDAM – A Potsdam man was charged with endangering the welfare of a child early today after village police responded to a report of a domestic dispute at Debra Drive Apartments."Police... More Info >

Chase Mills, Massena, Brier Hill residents arrested following reports of domestic disputes, harassment

Friday, October 09, 2009, 3:20am
Chase Mills, Louisville and Brier Hill residents were arrested Thursday after police responded to reports of unrelated domestic disputes and a harassment incident."Joseph J. Bullock, 29, 5071 County... More Info >

Three arrested for pot possession at traffic checkpoint in Brasher

Sunday, October 11, 2009, 3:29am
BRASHER -- Three men were arrested for pot possession Saturday at a traffic checkpoint on NYS Hwy. 37C, according to state police."
"Police arrested Daniel S. Makuch, 22, of 25 County Route... More Info >

Utility pole severed after Lisbon woman falls asleep, goes off road in Oswegatchie

Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 11:50am
OSWEGATCHIE – A Lisbon woman suffered minor injuries Tuesday after she fell asleep while driving and struck a utility pole, according to state police."Police said Nancy A. Kosman, 65, 218... More Info >

Motorists arrested for DWI, pot in Canton, Gouverneur, Edwards, Massena

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 11:44am
Motorists were charged with drunk driving in Canton and Gouverneur and pot possession in Edwards and Massena on Tuesday, according to state police."Those charged included:"-- Pete T. Shenandoah, 19,... More Info >

North Country Public Radio to construct new transmitter near Gouverneur next summer

CANTON -- North Country Public Radio has received $45,000 from the Northern New York Community Foundation's Jackson Fund for a new transmitter facility for the Gouverneur area and southwestern part... More Info >

St. Lawrence County receives $74.8 million in stimulus funds, or about $673 per person

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 4:46pm
St. Lawrence County has received $74.8 million federal stimulus funds, most of if for unemployment benefits, education and highway and bridge construction."With approximately 111,000 residents, that... More Info >

SUNY Canton meeting with international academic visitors to expand overseas programs

Thursday, October 22, 2009, 4:54pm
CANTON -- SUNY Canton officials are meeting with two delegations from overseas schools to begin expanding the college's international programs."Faculty from the dental hygiene program have received a... More Info >

Five students arrested for pot possession, underage drinking

Wednesday, October 28, 2009, 5:08pm
POTSDAM – Five students have been arrested for pot possession and underage drinking, according to village police."SUNY Potsdam student Logan S. McLain, 20, Newark Valley, was charged with... More Info >

Potsdam Sandstoner sportswear sale deadline Oct. 16

Monday, October 12, 2009, 8:54am
POTSDAM – Deadline for the fall Potsdam Sandstoner Sportswear sale is Fri., Oct. 16. "Items include an embroidered messenger bag, hooded deluxe and regular sweatshirts, crew sweatshirt,... More Info >

Norfolk, Massena residents charged with pot possession

Tuesday, October 27, 2009, 10:11am
Norfolk and Massena residents were charged with pot possession on Monday, according to state police."State police arrested Dakota T. Middlemiss, 17, Norfolk, for illegal possession of marijuana at... More Info >

Fort La Presentation appreciative of Russell's help

Thursday, October 29, 2009, 11:45am
OGDENSBURG -- Assemblywoman Addie J. Russell obtained a legislative initiative during the budget negotiations last winter to benefit Fort La Presentation."Abbe Francoise Picquet founded that French... More Info >

Deadline extended to Oct. 27 for Potsdam Rotary's food and wine tasting

POTSDAM -- The ticket deadline for the Rotary Club of Potsdam's benefit Food & Wine Tasting has been extended to Tuesday, October 27."The event takes place Friday, October 30, from 6-8 p.m. at... More Info >

Environmental forum at Clarkson Oct. 27 features NY Dep. Attorney General Katherine Kennedy

Thursday, October 22, 2009, 2:42pm
POTSDAM -- A special Clarkson University Environmental Forum, featuring Katherine "Kit" Kennedy, New York State Special Deputy Attorney General for Environmental Protection, will be held... More Info >

Norwood man arrested for drunk driving

Sunday, November 01, 2009, 5:12pm
NORWOOD – A Norwood man was arrested for drunk driving early this morning, according to state police."Police arrested Brian M. Allen, 28, 1214 Old Market Rd., for driving while intoxicated... More Info >

As driving-and-texting ban nears, county traffic safety unit urging parents to work with teens

Thursday, October 15, 2009, 8:48am
As New York’s new law banning texting while driving is about to take effect, on Nov. 1, the St. Lawrence County Traffic Safety Program is urging parents of teen drivers to be involved as their... More Info >

Ricky A. Brunelle
Ellenburg Depot man arrested following hunting accident; Norwood man seriously injured

Friday, October 23, 2009, 10:17am
POTSDAM – An Ellenburg Depot man has been arrested for allegedly shooting and seriously injuring another hunter this morning."According to state police, Ricky A. Brunelle, 43, has been charged... More Info >

Motorists charged with failure to yield to pedestrian, speeding in Potsdam

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 11:40am
POTSDAM – Motorists were charged with failure to yield to a pedestrian and speeding on Tuesday, according to village police."Charged were:"-- Loralee Reynolds, 53, Hermon, failure to yield to... More Info >

NOW says Scozzafava's withdrawl a 'setback for women;" UAW, Independence party back Owens

Monday, November 02, 2009, 9:56am
The National Organization for Women is criticizing Republican Dede Scozzafava's withdrawal from the 23rd Congressional race as the United Auto Workers and the Independence Party are endorsing... More Info >

Four motorists ticketed for failure to yield, speeding in Potsdam

Thursday, October 22, 2009, 9:47am
POTSDAM – Village police charged four motorists with failure to yield and speeding on Wednesday, according to village police."Ticketed were:"-- Ryan L. Cerullo, 19, Liberty, failure to yield... More Info >

Governor announces discount on electric bills to NNY businesses and dairy farms

Tuesday, October 27, 2009, 5:27pm
Governor David A. Paterson today announced that more than 3,500 Northern New York businesses and dairy farms will receive an approximately 9 percent discount on their electric bill for the next... More Info >

Canton schools implement stronger payroll controls after state audit, report says

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 2:39pm
CANTON – The state comptroller’s office has completed its audit of Canton Central School and has recommended improving payroll procedures, which the district says it has done."The audit... More Info >

Gouverneur man charged with DWI, pot possession in Macomb

Sunday, October 25, 2009, 9:10am
MACOMB – A Gouverneur man has been charged with drunk driving and pot possession, according to state police."Police said Derrick S. Marcellus, 39, 22 Preston St., Gouverneur, was charged with... More Info >

Ogdensburg Cinemas under new management

OGDENSBURG – Ogdensburg Cinemas, in the Ogdensburg Mall on Ford Street, is under new management."“We’re cleaning, painting, getting it in shape,” said Debbie Polniak, who is... More Info >

Hermon, Gouverneur, North Lawrence residents arrested following separate incidents

Friday, October 09, 2009, 12:17pm
Hermon, Gouverneur and North Lawrence residents were arrested by state police on Thursday."Dana R. Martin, 36, Gouverneur, was charged with operating a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs, reckless... More Info >

Hogansburg woman arrested for driving unregistered, uninsured, uninspected vehicle without license

Thursday, October 22, 2009, 10:23am
MASSENA – A Hogansburg woman has been arrested for driving an unregistered, uninsured, uninspected vehicle without a driver’s license."According to state police, Cassandra P. Gifford, 44,... More Info >

Potsdam police charge nine for disorderly conduct, variety of traffic infractions

Monday, November 02, 2009, 10:48am
POTSDAM – Village police charged nine people for disorderly conduct a variety of traffic infractions Saturday and Sunday."Those charged included:"-- William L. Rafferty, 22, Ogdensburg,... More Info >

Lawrenceville man arrested for kicking, damaging car fender

Monday, October 26, 2009, 10:05am
LAWRENCE – A Lawrenceville man has been arrested for kicking and damaging the fender of a woman’s car."State police charged Shaun M. Sochia, 30, Lawrenceville, with criminal mischief... More Info >

Massena poet's book available at stores and online

Thursday, October 22, 2009, 8:39am
MASSENA -- Virginia M. (French) Galligan, a 1997 graduate of Lisbon Central School, has published her work "The Pen Remembers" which was released in April 2009."This is a collection of one... More Info >

Potsdam police respond to 22 incidents Friday night

Sunday, November 01, 2009, 9:10am
POTSDAM – Village police responded to a total of 22 complaints involving intoxicated people who had passed out, domestic incidents and assaults Friday night and early Saturday morning."Not all... More Info >

Learn about vampires Oct. 29, eat a 'creepy-crawly' Oct. 30

Friday, October 23, 2009, 5:11pm
POTSDAM – Biology Prof. William Romey will talk on “The Myth and Reality of Vampires” Thursday, Oct. 29, from 12:45 to 1:30 p.m. in 106 Kellas Hall at SUNY Potsdam. "Then, the SUNY... More Info >

No injuries reported following crash in Hopkinton

Friday, October 09, 2009, 12:21pm
HOPKINTON – No injuries were reported following a one-vehicle crash on the Sylvan Falls Road Thursday, according to state police."Police were notified of the accident near the Catherineville... More Info >

Canton Holiday of Lights committee seeks donations to maintain celebration

Thursday, October 01, 2009, 2:13pm
CANTON – The Canton Holiday of Lights committee is beginning preparations for this year’s celebration to be held Friday, Nov. 27 at 6 p.m."Fundraising efforts are underway to help defray... More Info >

'Wellness in Your Workplace' webinar on Nov. 19

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 7:07pm
The St. Lawrence Health Initiative, Inc. will be hosting a complimentary webinar to educate employers about what options are available to you for Worksite Wellness Programming in Northern New York on... More Info >









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