HERMON -- A Redwood resident was charged with driving while intoxicated Sunday morning following a report of a hit-and-run accident, according to state police.

Payton C. Smith, 21, was charged with first-offense DWI at 3:49 a.m., officers said.

An investigation at the scene of the accident revealed victim’s vehicle was struck by a 2012 Dodge Ram operated by Smith. Smith was traveling west on County Route 20, when, for an unknown reason, his vehicle sideswiped the victim’s vehicle, and he fled the scene.

He was located a short time later and charged with DWI.

North Country Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is calling for an investigation and claims the FBI has been used for political weaponization after former President Donald Trump had his home raided on Monday.

She released the following statement following announcement of the the search warrant being executed at Trump's Mar-a-lago home.

POTSDAM – Plumley Real Estate in Potsdam welcomes new agent Don Borsh to the team.

“We are delighted to welcome Don to our team of agents,” said Sherman. “He will most certainly add a new dynamic to our office.”

The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Election Board is planning on presenting its draft of the updated Election and Referendum Ordinance.

Some of the proposed changes include the creation of an Appeal Panel to hear appeals of Election Board decisions, a new process for write-in candidates, and lengthening the election season by changing the date of the caucus.

The meeting is scheduled for Aug. 11 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom. Please click on the following link to register in advance: https://bit.ly/3d0aP4j.

HEUVELTON – The Heuvelton United Methodist Church on Lisbon street in Heuvelton will hold a free outdoor concert on Friday, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m.

Join the fun and inspiration with a seasoned singer-songwriter, Donna Cain. There will also be a free ice cream social.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket. If the weather does not permit, the concert will be inside at the church.

Hunting, trapping licenses now available in St. Lawrence County for 2022-23 season

Hunting and trapping licenses and Deer Management Permits (DMPs) for the 2022-2023 seasons are now on sale in St. Lawrence County. Expanded hunting opportunities offered last year are also available to hunters this year.

Licenses and permits can be purchased online, at license-issuing agents, or by phone at 866-933-2257. The new hunting and trapping licenses are valid from Sept. 1, 2022, through Aug. 31, 2023. Annual fishing licenses are valid for 365 days from the date of purchase.

The Cindy Talcott Memorial Golf Tournament raised more than $30,000 for Helping Hands this year. Pictured are Amanda Felix and Kevin Talcott receiving the award from Tom Chappell on behalf of Amy Murphy, The Barry Scholz Volunteer of the Year. Submitted Photo.