Mon., Jul. 10, 2023 • St. Lawrence County, NY

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Canoe and kayak run in Louisville

Over 100 paddlers get ready to launch from Whalen Park for the Louisville’s Turtle Float Canoe and Kayak Poker Run on the St. Lawrence River July 8. For story and more photos, click here.NCNow photo

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Massena Central School District offering Summer Meals for Kids program

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The OBPA in Ogdensburg is planning a 15,000 sq foot child care center

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Town of DeKalb plans public forum about aging wastewater stormwater drainage ditch system July 13

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‘The Gray Area’ discusses opposition to mandates on banning gas stoves, more from 2023 Legislative Survey

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Hoswegatchie Duathlon event takes place July 12 and Aug. 9 in Ogdensburg

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Free rabies clinic planned July 12 in Potsdam

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'Coffee, Cookies & Conversation' set for Wednesday at Colton Amvets

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Massena Democrats and Republicans plan caucuses

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Ogdensburg flower show July 22

Amelia Lesperance holds a flower display she created for "Fantasy, Fun and Flowers," to be held at Frederick Remington Art Museum July 22, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The flower show, hosted by Ogdensburg Youth Garden Club, will include floral designs, photography, fairy houses and horticulture. Adult and youth submissions from the community are welcome and can be brought to the museum July 21 from 3-5 p.m. or July 22 from 8-10 a.m. The show will not be judged. For questions, call Loni Recker (315) 323-5824.

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Waddington man injured by Russian missile attack while volunteering in Ukraine

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Potsdam village clerk retirement approved by board

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Goddard Girls to perform at Madrid Dam Music Series July 12

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‘The Gray Area’ on debate: Gray debates contentious Dem bills pushed during extended legislative session

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Deep Root in Canton offering summer programming

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Student from Brasher Falls on President’s List at College of Saint Rose

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New members for Potsdam village police, fire department

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Lifeguards on duty at Waddington beach

Aaron Binion, Massena, lifeguards at Waddington’s Howard Park/Beach on the beach’s opening day, July 1. Lifeguards are now on duty daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The beach is free to the public. NCNow photo

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Over 100 paddlers turn out for Louisville's Turtle Float Canoe Kayak Poker Run

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Flash flood warning issued for North Country with heavy rain expected tonight

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Preparations underway for return of ‘Swim-A-Mile for Hospice’ in Norwood

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Norfolk Concert Series to present Larry Stoddard July 12

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Two local students earn degrees at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

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Local students graduate, on Dean’s List at Le Moyne College

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Massena considering switch to paper bags for grass and leaf pickup

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Handsome young buck spotted near Massena

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End-of-life plan allows for more time with loved ones, says Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley

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Clarkson construction engineering consulting group to present work to public at Potsdam Summer Fest

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St. Mary’s Church in Potsdam to host free Dorothy Day community meal July 11

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Opinion: Potsdam man asks letter writer to reconsider quick, undocumented opinion

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SUNY Potsdam employees honored with Chancellor's and President's Awards

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Potsdam Farmer’s Market pavilion to get metal art piece

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Reprieve from extreme heat this weekend in St. Lawrence County

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Day full of fun at Norwood Beach

ordan Kiereck, Kloie Phillips, and Emma Shiavone paint sun catchers at the Norwood Beach Family Fun Day at Norwood Beach July 2. Photo provided by Michelle Garrow.

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