Town of Potsdam to chip in startup cash for library's cross country ski program
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 5:28 pm
BY ADAM ATKINSON
North Country This Week
POTSDAM — The town will chip in $6,000 to fund a cross country ski rental program for families run by Potsdam Public Library.
The library had requested help from the town to help fund a cross country ski program last year. Deputy Supervisor Marty Miller told the board at their meeting Jan. 11 that the program was receiving support from both the library and SUNY Potsdam and would be managed by the library.
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Hammond Fire and Rescue holding monthly fish fry and chicken tender dinners
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 5:25 pm
HAMMOND - Hammond Fire and Rescue is holding its monthly fish fry – chicken tender dinners.
This month’s dinner is Friday, Jan. 20, from 5-6 p.m. and is take-out only.
Dinners includes coleslaw, a fresh baked roll, and a choice of mac and cheese or French fries or both.
Fish fry dinners are $13 and chicken tender dinners are $10.
Pre-order: 315-783-2396.
Dinners available for pickup from 5-6 p.m. at the fire station, 300 Lake St.
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A vehicle caught fire Monday morning at Blevins Motors, 6691 State Highway 56, but firefighters were able to limit damage to the one vehicle. Read more here. Photo courtesy of Potsdam Fire.
Norfolk library closing at 5 today
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 3:22 pm
NORFOLK — The Hepburn Library of Norfolk is closing at 5 p.m. today, Tuesday, Jan. 17.
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Top stories: Freezing rain hits SLC, Potsdam Blevins car fire, Parishville-Hopkinton makes snow days remote days
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 2:23 pm
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Frank Tocco, 83, Ogdensburg
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 2:04 pm
OGDENSBURG — Frank Tocco, 83, of Ogdensburg, NY died on December 18, 2022 in Carthage, NY. Per his request there will be no services.
Arrangements are under the care of Frary Funeral Home, Ogdensburg.
Frank was born April 16, 1939 in Terrasini, Sicily the son of Guiseppe Tocco and Maria Guiseppe.
He came to the U.S. in 1953 graduating from high school and later the Detroit Barbour Intermediate School.
In 1963 he enlisted in the U.S. Army receiving the National Defense Service Medal, Marksman Badge (M-14 Rifle), and Expert Badge (M-1 Rifle).
Robin Gabri Mott, 65, formerly of Massena
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 1:57 pm
MYRTLE BEACH, SC — Robin Gabri Mott, beloved wife of 45 years and lifelong soulmate of Gregory Mott, mother of son Gabriel (Crystal) Mott, and grandmother of Gabriel II and Ethan, died peacefully on December 31st 2022 in her home in Myrtle Beach, SC where she lived courageously with cancer until the end.
Robin was surrounded by her loved ones, including Winter, her faithful companion and loving golden retriever.
Known for her brilliant smile and contagious laugh, Robin will always be remembered for her warmth and generosity of spirit.
Terry Jensen, on the right, (right) of Massena, was the randomly selected winner of the Massena Hospital Auxiliary’s trip raffle for a one-week stay at the Hard Rock Casino and Resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Terry received her award from Auxiliary President Maria Macaulay. The fundraiser made over $6,000 which will be used towards the purchase of hospital equipment. Submitted Photo.
Village of Massena to hold public hearings on traffic flow, solid waste disposal, Restore NY
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 1:19 pm
BY JEFF CHUDZINSKI
North Country This Week
MASSENA — The Massena Village Board will hold three public hearings during the board’s meeting today, Jan. 17 at 5:30 p.m.
Officials and members of the public will be able to discuss a proposed local law that would create designated no parking and no standing zones near the J.W. Leary Junior High School.
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Freezing rain, sleet expected tonight and into Wednesday morning
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 1:15 pm
A mix of snow and freezing rain is expected later today with a more likely forecast of sleet and freezing rain around 9 p.m. tonight and continuing into Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
The updated forecast:
This Afternoon
Snow before 5pm, then snow, possibly mixed with freezing rain and sleet. High near 32. Calm wind. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Little or no ice accumulation expected. Total daytime snow and sleet accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
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