Potsdam first graders visit Applewood Orchards
First grade students from Potsdam Central School had a fun visit to Applewood Orchards in Rensselaer Falls. ‘Our first graders explored the orchard, learned, and experienced nature beyond the …
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Local Sports
CANTON — St. Lawrence University's Men's Hockey Head Coach Brent Brekke has named Jack Healy as the coordinator of hockey operations .
"We are excited to have Jack joining our staff," said …
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High school roundup of Tuesday games
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Here are the results:
Women’s soccer: Jaros hat trick launches SUNY Potsdam Bears into playoff
Women’s soccer: Murphy Stops Nine Shots in Road Loss for SLU at No. 12 William Smith
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CANTON — St. Lawrence University mourns the loss of Richard “Dick” Metcalf, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, Hall of Famer and three-sport standout whose service to Saints athletics and …
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NCNow Survey
How much do you think the state should provide St. Lawrence County residents to help with rising costs?
How much do you think the state should provide St. Lawrence County residents to help with rising costs?
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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 …
Thursday, October 1
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
Obituaries
Lawrence D. Peck, 84, formerly of Potsdam
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Sandra L. Dunning, 81, Colton
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David Goodwin Gardner, 73, Dekalb
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Gale R. "Bud" Felix, 82, Norfolk
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Sandra L. Dunning, 81, Colton
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Police Blotter
Potsdam Police Blotter, Oct. 20
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Ogdensburg man charged with burglary
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Potsdam Police Blotter, Oct. 19
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Lottery Results
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Local Government Meeting Videos
BRASHER -- Service to the community has been a primary focus of Terry Goodrich for more than 40 years, something he hopes to continue as he seeks the seat for District 13 in the St. Lawrence County …
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BRASHER -- Political newcomer Setcher Krywanczyk is seeking a seat on the county legislature in District 13, a role he feels well suited for with a degree in Public Policy.
Krywanczyk said …
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WINTHROP — The Brookdale Cemetery Association will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, at the Town of Stockholm office building, 540 NY 11C.
For more information, contact Mary at 315-244-2316.
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Here are the top stories for today as determined by our editorial staff and highest number of page views.
Owner identified in water buffalo crash in Stockholm
Potsdam …
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Phantom in the Park returns to Canton Oct. 24
CANTON — Phantom in the Park returns to Canton on October 24, bringing together families for a wide range of games and activities. The event begins at noon in the Canton Village Park, with the …
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To the Editor:
At 93 years old, I have spent most of my life working, raising a family, standing up for working people, and trying to make the North Country a better place. I spent nearly 50 …
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To the Editor:
Lately l’ve been asked about the guy from Lisbon running for Congress. I’ve said I’ve known him for over 30 years and wouldn’t vote for him to be dog catcher, based on the …
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OGDENSBURG —A Halloween parade and Trunk or Treat will be held Sunday, Oct. 25, at 1:00 p.m.
The parade will start at the Ogdensburg Firehouse to the school, reversing the route from last …
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HEUVELTON – Halloween Dance featuring Whiskey Runners Band will be held Sunday, Oct. 25 f rom 1 to 4 p.m. at Amvets Post 1997.
Prizes for best costumes. $5 cover charge.
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OGDENSBURG. — Deputy Mayor Jennifer Stevenson is working to get an update on plans for the Ogdensburg skate park, but City Manager Fonda Chronis says the recreation committee has not met …
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SeaComm named Small Community Lender of the Year
SeaComm has been recognized by the Small Business Administration with their Small Community Lender of the Year Award. The Credit Union is committed to supporting small businesses with lending …
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HOPKINTON – A June graduate of St. Lawrence Central School in Brasher Falls was recently awarded two scholarships for his volunteerism in the community.
Flynn B. Snell, of Winthrop, is the …
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NORFOLK — A Norfolk man allegedly hit someone, choked them and damaged their cell phone during an alleged domestic dispute Oct. 21, according to state police.
Troopers charged Spencer L. …
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POTSDAM — The North Country Children’s Museum, 10 Raymond St., will host Halloween-themed activities for families this month, including a dance party and its annual Science Spooktacular.
A …
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To the Editor:
I am writing to express my support for James Sienkiewycz and his candidacy for the position of Coroner. This position carries significant responsibility and requires …
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Young skateboarder ready to roll
The Tulloch family visited the new skatepark this weekend at Fall Island in Potsdam. Ten people, spanning at least 4 decades in age, were enjoying the new park. Construction is almost complete, but …
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Early voting in St. Lawrence County begins Saturday, Oct. 24, with voters in Potsdam casting ballots at a new location: the Potsdam Central School Annex at 68 Lawrence Ave.
Early voting will be …
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St. Lawrence County can expect mostly sunny skies and cool temperatures through much of the coming week, with daytime highs ranging from the upper 40s to low 60s, according to the National Weather …
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To the Editor:
Anthony Constantino says in his political ads that he will fight corruption when he goes to Washington. The millionaire gifted a $250,000 bronze statue of Donald Trump to Trump. …
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To the Editor:
I am writing to urge voters in District 15 to elect John Michno as their County Legislator. I have known John for almost 30 years, since he arrived in St Lawrence County to take a …
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High school roundup of Tuesday games
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Tight squeeze at Eisenhower Lock
The Viking Polaris transited upbound through Dwight D. Eisenhower Lock in Massena last week. Its width of 77 feet made it a tight fit in the lock. Its length is 666 feet. Photo courtesy of Dwight D. …
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Canton Central students, from left, Parker Ames, Max DeCoteau and Jackson Zebedee test their paper airplanes during “Math and Flight” presented by Lillian Li, Professor of Statistics, during the …
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The Potsdam Chamber of Commerce will honor The Third Wheel Pottery Studio, NoCo Superior Exterior and Stone and Steel Gym at its Annual Dinner & Awards on Thursday, November 12, at The Stables at …
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CANTON — VFW Post 1231 Auxiliary will host a trunk-or-treat on Sunday, Oct. 25 at the Post, 34 Gouverneur St., in the parking lot from 1-3 p.m.
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WANAKENA — Members of Eco Earth First! will gather Saturday, Oct. 24, to speak out on climate concerns and environmental protection.
The event is scheduled for noon at the Five Ponds trailhead …
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MASSENA -- The village of Massena will work with engineering firm Navitas for the final design of the wastewater treatment plant facility upgrades.
The project is one that trustees have …
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POTSDAM — Community Health Center of the North Country and The Northern Area Health Education Center (NAHEC), through the Older Adult Rural Support (OARS) program, will host a community roundtable …
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To the Editor:
The League of Women Voters (LWV) reminds voters that Midterm Election Day is November 3 and all polling places will be open that day from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The last day …
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To the Editor:
I am writing to endorse John Michno who is running for District 15 Legislator in the St. Lawrence County Legislature. District 15 includes Waddington, …
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LOUISVILLE — A swing dance night featuring live music by the New Horizons Swing Ambassadors will be held Saturday, Oct. 24 , at the Historical Louisville Town Hall, 8 Lincoln Drive.
The …
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MASSENA – The Massena Artists Association (MAA) annual Membership Show kicks off on Saturday, Oct. 24 with a reception starting at 11 am in the Warren Room at the Massena Library.
There is no …
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OGDENSBURG — Ross Video Incorporated, a Canadian company specializing in broadcast production equipment for major sporting events, is set to lease office and manufacturing space at the Ogdensburg …
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OGDENSBURG – Officials gathered Wednesday morning to celebrate the completion of a 42-unit housing project on Knox Street that will assist individuals in St. Lawrence County who have experienced …
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CANTON — G & G Advisors, LLC has a new name, Gray & Sergi Wealth Management Group, reflecting an expanded advisory team and continued commitment to providing comprehensive, personalized …
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3-Day Forecast
Friday
Sunny
High: 50°F (10°C)
Low: 26°F (-3°C)
Low: 26°F (-3°C)
Saturday
Sunny
High: 55°F (12°C)
Low: 29°F (-1°C)
Low: 29°F (-1°C)
Sunday
Sunny
High: 62°F (16°C)
Low: 43°F (6°C)
Low: 43°F (6°C)
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
NORFOLK — A Potsdam man struck by a car while helping motorists on State Route 56 says his injuries are more serious than reported by state police and questions whether he has been treated fairly …
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CANTON -- The seat to represent District 13 remains vacant on the St. Lawrence County Legislature despite the legislature hosting a special meeting Oct. 19 with the sole purpose of appointing a …
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POTSDAM -- Cinema 10 at the Roxy Theater will again host The Rocky Horror Picture Show (United Kingdom/United States, 1975, d. Jim Sharman, English) 100 min R, with a shadow cast on Oct. 26, with two …
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POTSDAM — The Potsdam Chamber of Commerce will honor The Third Wheel Pottery Studio, NoCo Superior Exterior and Stone and Steel Gym at its Annual Dinner & Awards on Thursday, November 12, at …
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STOCKHOLM — The owner of a water buffalo that was struck and killed by a Jeep on U.S. Highway 11 in Stockholm on Oct. 17 has been identified as Sean Myers, who said the animal had traveled less …
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BEYOND ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY
The Fairfield County, Connecticut housing market heading into fall 2026 doesn’t fit neatly into a single headline. Some homes are drawing multiple offers above asking. Others, in the same county …
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Many self-employed borrowers who are told they do not qualify for a mortgage are not actually unqualified. They are applying through a loan type that measures income in a way that works against them. …
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Most Massachusetts homebuyers will not think about new appraisal rules until those rules delay their closing. By then, according to Colleen Barry of Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty, the …
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There is a growing divide in the Florida Keys housing market, and it runs along a single fault line: whether a buyer needs a mortgage. Cash buyers – many of them retirees and business owners from …
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Stock portfolios get diversified. Bond holdings get diversified. Even alternative investments get spread across categories and geographies. But the single largest asset on most American household …
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People
Melinda Countryman, a real estate agent serving Black Lake, has been recognized with the Aqua Award at Lake Homes Realty’s 14th Annual National Agent Summit.
The Aqua Award is …
Friday, October 16
OGDENSBURG — An Ogdensburg Free Academy history teacher and former Canadian nuclear weapons specialist has published a book exploring lesser-known stories from the history of nuclear weapons and …
Thursday, October 15
A soldier in the New York Army National Guard from Ogdensburg was recently promoted in recognition of his capability for additional responsibility and leadership.
Cole Samarco, assigned to Alpha …
Monday, October 5
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 …
Sunday, October 4
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