Fishing in Ives Park
Fishing in the Raquette River at Ives Park recently were Potsdam residents, from left, Karson Gordon, Jonathan Vercellotti, Andre Williams, and his son Octavier Williams. NCNow photo.
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Local Sports
Roundup of local sports from Wednesday:
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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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Results from local games:
Women’s volleyball
Saints Rally Past Roos in Five Sets for Third Straight Win
Bigelow, Coulter Pace Roos Against St. Lawrence
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Roundup of local sports from Tuesday:
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Special Features
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
Obituaries
Frederick A. Grenon, 80, Norfolk
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Harry H. Gillespie, 69, Massena
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Frederick Grenon, Norfolk
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Golda Baker, Lake Placid
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Police Blotter
Hermon man charged with rape, sexual assault of minor
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Local Government Meeting Videos
CANTON -- October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and legislators are encouraging residents to get tested.
Breast cancer is estimated to impact one in eight women, along with one …
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HERMON -- A Hermon man has been arrested on multiple felony charges, including felony rape and sex abuse. The St. Lawrence County Sheriff's Office has charged James Tebeau, 38, with first-degree rape …
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POTSDAM — Casella Waste Systems recently held its annual charity golf tournament at the Potsdam Town & Country Club, raising more than $5,000 for United Helpers.
Accepting the donation …
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Here are the top stories for today as determined by our editorial staff and highest number of page views.
SLC taking action to clean up properties in Richville, Hammond
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St. Lawrence County Hospice doctor honored at retirement party
Many friends and colleagues of Dr. Sandra McCloy celebrated her retirement after 40 years of dedicated service to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley, serving as Hospice Medical Director. Dr. McCloy, in …
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To the Editor:
I moved to this area in 1976, and am proud to call the North Country my home. I’ve never paid much attention to local politics because things always seemed to be fine, and I was …
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MASSENA – SeaComm, in partnership with the St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department and the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation, will host two free Fraud and Identity Theft …
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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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CANTON — The Upstate Mobile Mammography Program will bring its screening van to St. Lawrence University on Oct. 14 as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The program provides mammography …
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Slideshow: Athletes compete in Special Olympics
CANTON -- The Special Olympics were held at SUNY Canton on Saturday, September 26, featuring more than 170 athletes from around the region. Competitions ranged from bocce ball to softball …
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CANTON — Palmer Realty is once again calling on the North Country community to help make the holidays a little warmer for local children with its second annual Holiday Pajama Drive.
Beginning …
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CANTON – The St. Lawrence-Lewis Board of Cooperative Educational Services will hold its regular board meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 6 p.m. at the Educational Services Center, 40 West Main …
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LOUISVILLE -- The Louisville Town Board is seeking letters of interest from the public to fill an open seat.
The announcement came during a special meeting held Sept. 23 after Board Member …
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250th celebration held in Madrid
In conjunction with the St. Lawrence County 250th celebration, a reenactment of the reciting of the Declaration of Independence was held on the steps of the St. Lawrence Power & Equipment …
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CANTON -- Phantom in the Park returns to Canton on October 24, bringing together families for a wide range of games and activities.
"Phantoms in the Park is a cherished Canton tradition," …
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CANTON – Nature’s Café, 21 Main St., Canton, will mark its official opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, following a coffee and pastry reception starting at …
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To the Editor:
I look forward to reading informative, insightful letters in NCN. Constructive journalism would be letters-to-the editor based on one’s personal knowledge, research and creative …
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MASSENA – The Massena Artists Association (MAA), “Nature” art exhibit will be on display in the Massena Library lower level through November 1.
This exhibit provides artists a place …
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Morristown structure fire quickly quelled
Morristown Firefighter Wyatt Sullivan and Brier Hill Fire Department 2nd Asst. Chief Josh Hunter are shown here accessing the void between two roofs during a quick response to a fire off State …
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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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HEUVELTON – The Village of Heuvelton will hold its fourth meeting of the Local Planning Committee (LPC) Oct. 6 at noon in Pickens Hall, 83 N State St.
There will be time for public comment at …
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CANTON – St. Lawrence County has a seat on the New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA) Board of Directors following the election of Tiffani Amo, Director of Tourism for the St. …
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A Clear Choice, says Canton man
My choice for our District 21 Congressional Representative this coming November has been an easy one to make. Mr. Blake Gendebien will defend the interests …
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HEUVELTON – A dance featuring Whiskey Runner Band will be held Sunday, Oct. 4, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Amvets Post 1997 $5 cover.
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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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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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MASSENA — The Massena Arts and Theater Association will host its inaugural Schine Into the Holidays Festival of Trees Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Massena VFW, with proceeds benefiting the …
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NORWOOD – The Norwood Village Green Concert Series has received an unrestricted donation of $25,000 given by Tom Yaw in Memory of his parents Dr. Perry and Janet Yaw.
This was equal to a …
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MASSENA -- A special jamboree with music and food is planned for Saturday, Oct. 17 from 1-7 p.m. for David LaVean and his family at Amvets Post 4, 12 Andrews St.
LaVean, a Navy Veteran, is …
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POTSDAM — SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music will present a series of free performances featuring students, faculty and guest artists throughout October.
All performances are free and open …
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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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3-Day Forecast
Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
OGDENSBURG — Nineteen projects have been proposed for downtown Ogdensburg as part of the city's revitalization effort, with plans ranging from housing and commercial redevelopment to street …
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OGDENSBURG — The Planned Parenthood Health Center, 419 Ford St., will close its doors at the end of the year.
Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York (PPNCNY) announced Monday, Sept. …
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OGDENSBURG — Pro wrestling returned to St. Lawrence County as Northern Federation Wrestling brought its “Running With the Devil” event to Bill Merna Gymnasium at Ogdensburg Free Academy, …
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GOUVERNEUR — The Gouverneur Breast and Ovarian Cancer Fund will celebrate its 25th annual walk Oct. 3 at Gouverneur Village Park, marking a quarter-century of community support for people facing …
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CANTON — A Canton resident is asking the town to consider installing a four-way stop at the intersection of Morley-Potsdam and Sykes roads, citing safety concerns and recent crashes.
Thomas …
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The Wauwatosa Common Council approved a $95,000 settlement on Tuesday night for Joseph Mensah, the former Wauwatosa police officer who killed three people while on duty during his five years on the force. The settlement stemmed from a workers compensation claim for PTSD. The city said that Mensah filed the claim a few years ago, […]
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Treatments for cancer, diabetes and other conditions could be disrupted for up to 4,500 Maryland residents who will no longer qualify for Medicaid under a federal rule that takes effect Thursday that will disqualify people for Medicaid based on immigration status.
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The attorney general called for the Legislature to strengthen remedies for survivors of childhood sexual abuse and revealed that she is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse.
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People convicted of serious sex offenses must serve at least 25 years in prison and cannot receive parole until age 65 under a new California. Previously, some could earn parole at 50.
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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 …
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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 …
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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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