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Ogdensburg planning to sell property for ship yard

The City of Ogdensburg is moving ahead with a plan to sell part of the former Diamond National property to a Potsdam contractor that wants to build a boat repair and storage facility along the …

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Local Sports
Here are the results: Scores from Section X scoreboard: Football: Massena outduels Canton; Boys Soccer: Massena, Morristown,  Heuvelton, Hammond, Ogdensburg win; Girls Soccer: Harrisville, C-P …
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Here are the results: Hockey • Knights Cruise Past Ottawa University 5-2 in Opening Exhibition • Casey Scores, Skating Saints Fall to Maryville in Exhibition Contest Womens …
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MASSENA -- Despite major rule and scheduling changes that originally entirely omitted Massena, Major League Fishing is slated to return twice in 2027 with two premier series.  Massena and …
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Here are the results: Scores from Section X scoreboard Girls soccer:  Potsdam, Gouverneur, C-P pick up wins; Volleyball: Chateaugay, Massena, Potsdam, Tupper Lake gain wins;  Girls …
Yesterday at 9:24 AM
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Special Features
Friday, September 11
SUNY Canton earned several prestigious rankings in U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best Colleges publication and Washington Monthly’s Top 100 U.S. Rural Colleges list. U.S. News placed …
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Did you know October is both St. Lawrence County History Month and New York State History Month? It’s a time to recognize the people, places and stories that have shaped our region and those …
Friday, September 25
For most of her life, Jacqueline Grainger could see Clarkson University simply by looking around her hometown. Raised in Potsdam, Grainger grew up surrounded by people with connections to the …
Friday, September 25
Dr. Sandra McCloy, a pillar of the St. Lawrence County community, is retiring after 40 years of dedicated service to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley. Her legacy will endure as multiple generations …
Thursday, September 17
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POTSDAM —  SUNY Potsdam is pleased to announce the continuation of the Presidential Internship Program (PIP) for Summer 2027. Administered by the Lougheed Center for Applied Learning, this …
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POTSDAM — The Potsdam Volunteer Fire Department partnered with Summit SHRED LAB on Saturday, Sept. 19, to host a Community Shred Day fundraiser, giving community members an opportunity to safely …
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In just three seasons, Murphy (Newman) Liggio '17 established herself as one of the most talented women's lacrosse players SUNY Potsdam has ever had.  Growing up just South on Route 11 in …
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New playground equipment and sports court coming to Ogdensburg

The City of Ogdensburg is set to receive $799,569 from the state for new playground equipment and a new sports court, the governor's office announced recently. The local funding was part of $4.6 …

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To the Editor: The Friends Fall Festival, on a crisp and sunny September 19 Saturday, was very successful, thanks to the efforts of, and participation by many in the Higley Friends “family.” …
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POTSDAM —The League of Women Voters of St. Lawrence County will present “Voting is the Pivotal Right” Tuesday, Oct. 6, from 3 - 4  p.m. in the Potsdam Public Library mezzanine classroom. …
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OSWEGATCHIE — Healthcare, county spending and reducing partisan politics are among the priorities outlined by Adam Jarrett, a Democrat seeking a seat on the St. Lawrence County Legislature in …
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OSWEGATCHIE — St. Lawrence County Legislator Joe Lightfoot, District 3, is seeking reelection, citing his experience on the Legislature and focus on county finances as central to his campaign. …
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Massena data center protest

Carrying signs saying "No Data Center." nearly 100 people rallied on South Main Street at the Route 37 intersection in Massena Oct. 3 to protest data centers proposed in the town.  Cars …

Yesterday at 4:51 PM
To the Editor: roThe 55th Annual Harvest Festival in Norwood sponsored by the Village was a success as we implemented the theme of “Harvest Days and Hometown Ways” on September 19. This …
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MASSENA — A Norwood man was charged with a felony following an alleged domestic dispute, according to state police. Samuel L. Pruner, 48, was jailed at 4:53 p.m. without bail on a felony count …
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MASSENA —The Northern New York Power Proceeds Allocation Board will meet on Wednesday, October 7, at 4 p.m. in the conference room of the New York Power Authority’s Massena office, located at 2 …
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MASSENA -- Despite major rule and scheduling changes that originally entirely omitted Massena, Major League Fishing is slated to return twice in 2027 with two premier series.  Massena and …
Yesterday at 4:39 PM
POTSDAM -- Through the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) Statewide Community Regrants Program, the North Country receives over $160,000 annually for arts programming.   The …
Yesterday at 3:30 PM

Reenactment of reciting of Declaration of Independence at St. Lawrence Power & Equipment Museum

A reenactment of the reciting of the Declaration of Independence was held at St. Lawrence Power & Equipment Museum's 1800s School House Sept. 19. Honor guard From left, Gilbert Rivers of Canton, …

Yesterday at 3:37 PM
The St. Lawrence County Office for the Aging is offering Free Public Medicare Basics & Open Enrollment informational presentations to help answer questions and concerns regarding Medicare plan …
Yesterday at 3:27 PM
NORFOLK – The Hale Cemetery Association will begin the annual fall cleanup process. The cemetery is located at 3366 County Route 47 in the Town of Norfolk.  Lot owners and/or family …
Yesterday at 3:26 PM
To the Editor: I have voted in more than 75 elections, yet I’ve never joined a political party nor endorsed a candidate for office. But this local election for the house of representatives 21 …
Yesterday at 3:24 PM
NORWOOD – The next meeting for NARFE (National  Active and Retired Federal Employees Association} St. Lawrence and Franklin Counties Chapter 1696 will be held on Monday, Oct. 5, at noon at the …
Yesterday at 3:23 PM

DSS receives donated quilts

The St. Lawrence County Department of Social Services recently received a delivery of donated quilts from the Borderline Quilt Guild. Above, guild member Mary Snell with the donated quilts. Made up …

Yesterday at 10:07 AM
CANTON – The Canton community came together recently for the second headstone-cleaning event hosted by the Canton Rotary Club. Rotary President Donna Sturge provided brief …
Yesterday at 8:58 AM
MASSENA — A Massena woman faces two misdemeanor charges after state police said she was charged with driving while intoxicated. Troopers said Kaycee J. Kennedy, 50, was charged Oct. 1 with …
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COLTON — A Saint Regis Falls woman was charged with unlicensed operation Oct. 2, according to state police. Hailey J. Erwin, 23, was charged with second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation …
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LOUISVILLE — A Massena man was charged with drug possession Oct. 2, according to state police. Anthony T. Brewer, 28, was charged with eight counts of seventh-degree criminal possession of a …
Yesterday at 9:51 AM
COLTON — A Colton man was cited for allegedly writing numerous bad checks to a local business, according to St. Lawrence County sheriff’s deputies. Jeffrey J. Coat, 58, was charged with nine …
Yesterday at 9:34 AM
OGDENSBURG — An Ogdensburg man faces multiple misdemeanor charges after state police said he was arrested in connection with a drug investigation. State police said Coleman S. Legault, 35, was …
Yesterday at 9:31 AM
OSWEGATCHIE — An Ogdensburg man faces two charges after state police said he was arrested following a property-damage crash. Troopers said Zachary H. Smith, 37, was arrested May 13 and charged …
Yesterday at 9:30 AM
Here are the results: Mens Hockey • Pierson, Rozzi Each Record Two Points; Posthumus Scores First Career Goal in 3-2 Saints Loss to Maryville Womens Hockey • Two Score …
Yesterday at 9:13 AM
Sunny skies and mild temperatures are expected today, with a high near 58 degrees, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Tonight will be mostly clear, with a low around 39m NWS says. …
Yesterday at 8:53 AM
LOUISVILLE — An Ogdensburg man faces multiple charges after state police said he was charged in connection with a burglary. Troopers said David J. Hurlbut, 32, was arrested Nov. 25 and charged …
Yesterday at 8:53 AM
POTSDAM — The Canton-Potsdam Hospital Guild’s “soup committee” has announced a new fall fundraiser, “October-Feast,” set for Oct. 23 at the First Presbyterian Church of Potsdam. …
Yesterday at 8:50 AM
To the Editor: As small business owners in St. Lawrence County we’ve lived by a few principles: hard work, dedication, consistency and commitment to lifelong learning. These principles have …
Yesterday at 8:46 AM
HEUVELTON – AMVETS Auxiliary #1997 will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 5 at the postroom. The Sons of Amvets Post 1997 will meet Sunday, Oct. 11, at 1:30 p.m.  A meeting of Amvets Post …
Yesterday at 8:45 AM
3-Day Forecast
Monday
Chance Showers then Mostly Cloudy
High: 54°F (12°C)
Low: 33°F (0°C)
Tuesday
Sunny
High: 54°F (12°C)
Low: 38°F (4°C)
Wednesday
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers
High: 62°F (16°C)
Low: 44°F (6°C)
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
MASSENA -- Massena town board members recently voted down a proposed six-month moratorium on data centers despite months of lobbying by area residents and activities, though a planned expansion at …
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NORTH LAWRENCE — A new fitness and community facility has opened its doors at 47 Church Street, inside the restored historic St Lawrence Catholic church. North Country Vault Athletics …
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CANTON – An 80-year-old Pierrepont man reported missing was located deceased early this afternoon in a wooded area not far from his residence. The St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office …
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CANTON — Canton residents still have an opportunity to weigh in on the future of the community's waterfront by filling out a survey for the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program remains open. …
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POTSDAM — The town has launched a lawsuit against engineering firm C2AE seeking more than $10 million over what it claims was overcharging, delays, breaches of contract and lost funding in …
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No. 7 Alabama raced past No. 16 Mississippi State 56-23 to remain undefeated. The Tide unceremoniously knocked the Bulldogs from the list of unbeaten teams.
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People
POTSDAM — SUNY Potsdam All-American Saka Thompson '26 (Akwesasne, N.Y./Salmon River) has been selected in the first round of the 2026 National Lacrosse League Draft. Thompson was taken 13th overall …
Monday, September 28
Airman First Class Brookie C. Danussi , daughter of Tara and Joe Danussi, has been awarded the Air and Space Achievement Medal with “C” Device for outstanding achievement under combat conditions …
Saturday, September 26
RENSSELAER FALLS — When a community comes together around a shared purpose, great things can happen. The Great American Falls Fest Committee recently made a $10,000 contribution to the …
Wednesday, September 23
MADRID -- A great way to finish the leagues at Madrid Golf Course on Sept. 15, as Sean Despaw recorded a hole-in-one on the par-3 fifth hole, 62 yards. The shot was witnessed by William Murphy, …
Monday, September 21
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