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‘Wellness in Your Workplace' webinar on Nov. 19

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Town, village merger expert to speak in Potsdam Nov. 19

Speakers from international research institutions to appear at Clarkson conference Nov. 18

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ADK Laurentians have outings planned through early winter

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NYPA continues free Friday movies in November

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Grasse River Players set auditions Dec. 5, 6, 7 for February comedy production

Norwood fire was not accidental

County OKs request to hike mortgage filing tax

Potsdam veterans' group seeking volunteer drivers

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More H1N1 vaccine arrives

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County budget changes put levy increase close to $3m

DeKalb store closes; era ends

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Hospice Radiothon Nov. 10 various radio stations

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CPS presents Sweet Honey tonight in Potsdam

The renowned a cappella ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock will perform as part of the 2009-2010 Community Performance Series Guest Artist Series, “A Celebration of the Voice,” on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 7:30 p.m. in. Hosmer Concert Hall, SUNY Potsdam. Rooted in the rich textures of African American legacy and traditions, Sweet Honey in the Rock possesses a “stunning vocal prowess” that captures the complex sounds of blues, spirituals, traditional gospel hymns, rap, reggae, African chants, hip hop, ancient lullabies and jazz improvisation.

Saints come from behind for 5-2 win at Princeton

Clarkson falls in ECAC hockey opener, 4-2 at Quinnipiac

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Rep. Owens sworn in 'seeking bipartisan solutions to the problems that face us'

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Colton resident finalist in 2010 NICHE Awards with ‘wearable art' piece

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Ogdensburg City Council to OK 10-year sales tax deal

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Smoldering embers in Norwood

This view from the rear of the former Norwood Elementary School on Prospect Street shows all that remains of the structure which was ravaged by fire early this morning. Initial reports indicate arson is suspected. The building had been converted for use as apartments and office space, and had at one point housed the STAR school disciplinary program. Photo submitted by Joan Veress.

Canadian bridge rules could be costly to OBPA

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Bickford watercolor class in Potsdam Nov. 11

Owens announces he will support "Affordable Healthcare for America Act"

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Owens now officially the congressman from the 23rd district

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Flu clinics at schools will begin on Nov. 16

Clarkson fraternity & sorority to sponsor Miracle Network dinner Nov. 11

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Heuvelton bridge demolished

Contractors this week have been demolishing the Heuvelton bridge, built in 1916. Photo submitted by Betty Steele.

Investigator: Fire that destroyed old school in Norwood was arson

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Judge lowers bail in Ogdensburg murder case to $75k, $150k bond

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Tri-Town readies for winter carnival with ‘medieval times' theme

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NNY farmers in statewide research project

Preview: “Sweet Honey in the Rock” in Potsdam Nov. 7

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Veteran's Day dinner in DeKalb Nov. 11

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Autumn Craft, Food and Wine Show at Clarkson Nov. 6 & 7

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Annual arts council tour Nov. 6-8 includes 29 artists' studios throughout county

Edwards holiday luncheon, bazaar Nov. 6, 7

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Archery safety course offered Nov. 6 & 7

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Heuvelton performance group to present "Murder Runs in the Family" Nov. 6 & 7

TAUNY has guest artists for Studio Tour days Nov. 6 & 7

County Historical Assn.'s annual meeting in Hammond Nov. 7

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Potsdam's annual Diversity Festival set for Nov. 7

Spaghetti dinner Nov. 7 at St. Raphael's in Heuvelton

'Knit-In' at Misty Hollow in Potsdam Nov. 7

Kids Only! Book Sale at Canton Free Library Nov. 7

Bickford oils class in Potsdam on Nov. 7

Robert Moses nature center to host kids' jewelry making workshop Nov. 7

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More than 80 to participate in fall piano festival Nov. 7 at SUNY Potsdam

Sweet Honey and the Rock back in Potsdam for Nov. 7 concert

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Family music and dance planned Nov. 7 in Hannawa Falls

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Friends of Higley Flow State Park sponsoring trail workday Nov. 7

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Polar Plunge takes place Nov. 7 at NYPA's Hawkin's Point

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Remington Juried Art Exhibit opens Nov. 7

Health Initiative has free health screenings Nov. 7 & 8 at Coakley's in Canton

Ogdensburg Public Library holding book sale through Nov. 8

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Chicken and biscuits in Crary Mills Nov. 8

All-you-can-eat breakfast at Hermon Fire Hall Nov. 8

Ogdensburg's St. John's Church hosting harvest dinner Nov. 8

Danish film 'Everlasting Moments' is next at Cinema 10 Nov. 9

Poet Mackey at SLU Nov. 10

Crane Latin Ensemble and guest artist in concert Nov. 10

Canton VFW and Garden Club have Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11

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'Shifting Politics of Race in the Age of Obama' talk at SLU Nov. 12

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Potsdam village to ease up on sign law

Light Touch Acupuncture & Apothecary grand opening Nov. 10 in Massena

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HudBay eyeing new zinc sources around county

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Verizon urged to consider county-wide approach to cell phone coverage

Fire in old school in Norwood

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Norwood school fire

Smoke filled the sky early this morning as firefighters battled a blaze that destroyed the former Norwood Elementary School on Prospect Street. Photo submitted by Dennis Dockum.

Gouverneur man arrested for illegally hunting deer

Owens likely to be sworn in today

Town of Canton taking poll on housing outside village

Canton clinic administers swine flu vaccine

'Mistake' at polls may have cost Gouverneur trustee election

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Sheep, goat nutrition workshop in Canton Nov. 19

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Outstanding artist

Michiko Taylor of Potsdam was recently named "Artist of the Year" by the Massena Artists Association. Here she stands beside her watercolor painting, "Capitol Building Reflection."

Owens preps for possible vote on health care reform

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St. Lawrence County receives $74.8 million in stimulus funding, about $673 per person

Senator Gillibrand urges EPA to provide funding for Ogdensburg's waterfront

Clarkson taps two executives for Board of Trustees

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Officials working to post numbers from voting machines that failed

ONNY sets Young Artist Instrumental Competition for Jan. 23 at SUNY Potsdam

Conservatives on NY-23: We didn't lose

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Popularity growing, so SUNY Canton opens Winterterm registration early

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New York Independence Party courts Scozzafava

Ft. Drum commander to host community meeting in Gouverneur Nov. 12

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Wind-law skeptics win races in Hammond

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Hunter in Dekalb

Adam Peters, Dekalb Junction, sent a photo of his 8 point 160 lb. whitetail buck he shot on Oct. 27.

Despite poor economy, local entrepreneurs seem optimistic

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Scozzafava speaks frankly about division in GOP

Scozzafava's future in politics uncertain after backing Owens

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Sharing Halloween with a friend

St. Regis Nursing Home Resident Germaine Dishaw with visitor Kate Rogers during the St. Regis Nursing Home Halloween Party on Friday Oct. 30th.

Hard work for Owens just beginning

Ballots still uncounted in 4 St. Lawrence districts

Scozzafava speaks out about lies, betrayals

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Bill Owens talks about 23rd district victory

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Mohawks, Canadian officials mull solutions

Hammond Amish home hit by fire likely wasn't up to code

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New numbers: Owens' lead grows in 23rd

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Palin: 23rd race isn't over, just postponed

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Life after the 23rd for Hoffman

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Border marker near Hogansburg, removed, smashed

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Teamsters salute Owens

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Amish home in Hammond reported on fire

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Canton schools implement stronger payroll controls after state audit, report says

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Mohawk chief among native leaders in Washington to meet with Obama Thursday

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Out of the way

Courtney White, 14, of Hermon noticed this furry feline trying to escape all the commotion at Breezy Maple Farms in Lousiville recently. Photo submitted by Veronica A. Sanderson, Hermon.

Hoffman's defeat could be a blow to conservative Tea Party movement

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Reduced farm tax assessment tips from County Soil and Water Conservation District for

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Skamperle, Cilley to join Ogdensburg City Council

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Halloween fun

Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce was sponsoring haunted hay rides and face painting Friday and Saturday (Oct 30 & Oct 31) at the Russell home on the Leary Flint Road in North Lawrence. Kim Russell, a certified clown, did face painting for the children. From left, Stuart Ayers (6), Kim Russell (A.K.A. Daisy the Clown), Brooke Ayers (9), and Natalie Ayers (10). The Ayers children live in Parishville. Photo submitted by Colleen Ayers.

Gray beats Edwards in Town of Massena

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Summary of local races in county

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Owens scores historic upset in 23rd

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Canton-Potsdam Hospital has new treatment for swallowing disorders