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League of Women register new voters at the Canton Farmers Market

League of Women members Lisa Ames, left, and Sue Klein work to register new voters at the Canton Farmers Market Oct. 9. Registration forms to vote need to be received by Oct. 24 at the Board of …

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CANTON — The SUNY Canton men's soccer team will host its annual Fall ID Clinic on Sunday, Nov. 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for prospective student-athletes in grades nine through 12, as well as …
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Here are the results: Women’s hockey: Saints Set Attendance Record; Clarkson Claims School Day Victory Women’s hockey: Knights Blank SLU 4-0 in First Meeting of 2026-27
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Here are the results: Women’s soccer: Clarkson Knights Endure Second Half Delay in 5-0 Win Over SUNY Canton Women’s soccer: Morrow Stops Eight Shots for SUNY Canton in Lightning …
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Friday, September 11
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
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 …
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MASSENA -- A Massena resident is threatening to file a class action lawsuit against the town of Massena and Massena Town Board if a planned expansion by Bitcoin miner NYDIG moves forward.  …
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GOUVERNEUR — A Gouverneur man has been arrested by State Police for possessing and promoting child pornography following a recent investigation involving child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and …
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POTSDAM — SUNY Potsdam will launch the largest comprehensive fundraising campaign in the college's history during a weeklong series of events Oct. 19-24. The public launch of “Deeply Rooted, …
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Nature’s Storehouse adds café in Canton

The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting Oct. 6 for Nature’s Café at Nature’s Storehouse, 19-21 Main St. Owners Clark and Yen Maine, the fifth owners since the store …

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To the Editor: For more than fifty years as our friend and former colleague, Ginger Storey-Welch has demonstrated a wise, compassionate, and tireless approach to listening carefully and solving …
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WEST STOCKHOLM – There will be an informational meeting on the budget hearing for the West Stockholm Fire District on Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 6 p.m. at the fire station.
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OGDENSBURG — Ogdensburg residents are being asked to weigh in on how the city should invest $9.7 million in Downtown Revitalization Initiative funding. The Local Planning Committee is …
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OGDENSBURG — The City of Ogdensburg’s annual home Halloween decorating competition is inviting residents to show off their spookiest and most creative displays. The competition is open to …
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Doggedly shopping for deals at Potsdam Farmer's Market

Ferdinand, a Great Pyrenees, was a big attraction at the Potsdam Farmers’ Market Saturday. His owners, from Colton, said their dog is a big hit with children also. NCNow photo

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CANTON – The SUNY Canton College Council is seeking nominations for its annual Distinguished Citizen Award. Since 1976, the council has given this prestigious award in recognition of …
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To the Editor: On Sept. 30 I retired from my work with Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley. I was part of the original team that began services for the terminally ill in the …
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OGDENSBURG — The Vocations Committee for the Catholic churches of Ogdensburg, Heuvelton and Lisbon will host a trivia night Jan. 8 to raise money for seminarians in the Diocese of Ogdensburg. …
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POTSDAM — The Village of Potsdam will celebrate the completion of its Downtown Revitalization Initiative Streetscape and Riverwalk projects with a community ribbon cutting and celebration on …
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Faces of fear in Brasher Falls

The final weekend of the Tri-Town Chamber’s Haunted Hayride is this Friday and Saturday, Oct. 9-10, at 101 Leary Flint Rd., Brasher Falls. Non-scary rides begin at 5:30 p.m., and scary rides start …

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I have owned property in St. Lawrence County for decades and Joe Lightfoot has been my district's representative for 16 years. I am now fully convinced that we need fresh ideas and more visionary …
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CANTON — Fire prevention activities are underway throughout Canton this week, with local firefighters visiting schools, housing communities and college campuses to promote fire safety, according to …
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To the Editor: Both Canton and Potsdam are researching data centers to create or enforce data center moratoriums. However, on July 14 th , Governor Hochul, after a personal visit to the Midwest …
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Kids Pumpkin Patch Party coming to Madrid

The Annual Kids Pumpkin Patch Party will be held Saturday, Oct. 10, from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. rain or shine at St. Lawrence Power and Equipment Museum in Madrid. Pick out the perfect pumpkin and give it …

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Goodwin's Orchard is a family-run business located at 37 Needham Rd in Potsdam. They sell apples, pumpkins, fall decor and have a corn maze for families to enjoy. Above, some pigs on the farm enjoy …
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AKWESASNE -- The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe is reminding the public that the non-member fishing season will close on Oct. 10.  In a press release issued on Oct. 7, Tribal leaders said the …
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CANTON  — The demolition of Midtown Plaza is underway, clearing the way for a mixed-use project that will bring new apartments and a SUNY Canton entrepreneurship center to downtown Canton. …
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OGDENSBURG -- The Ogdensburg Police Department has issued an apology after misidentifying an arrest suspect recently.  Police say a formal correction and apology are necessary after …
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OSWEGATCHIE — An Ogdensburg man faces a felony following a criminal mischief complaint on Stone Church Road Sept. 23, according to St. Lawrence County sheriff’s deputies.  Michael L. …
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Here are the top stories for today as determined by our editorial staff and highest number of page views. Boys & Girls Club, City of Ogdensburg remember the late Preston C. Carlisle …
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To the Editor: I am and will always be a loyal, lifetime, Liberal Democratic but even with that said I have always kept my options open in any and everyone of the previous 54 Annual Election …
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MASSENA -- Planning for the village of Massena's "Fall Fest: Pumpkinpalooza" is in the final stages as more than 50 vendors and four music acts have been confirmed for the event.  The …
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CANTON — An Ogdensburg man was arrested on felony drug and driving charges following a traffic stop in the village of Canton, St. Lawrence County sheriff's deputies said. Sam W. Hires, 50, was …
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CANTON — The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting Oct. 6 for Nature’s Café at Nature’s Storehouse, 19-21 Main St. Owners Clark and Yen Maine, the fifth owners …
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To the Editor: I would like to take this opportunity to respond to a writer who wrote in taking issue with my last submission, in which I shared the environmental musings of the late comedian …
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NORWOOD -- The Norwood Lake Association will meet Wednesday, October 21, at 6 p.m. at the Norwood American Legion, 10 Maple St. All members are encouraged to attend. For information, …
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3-Day Forecast
Saturday
Patchy Frost then Sunny
High: 58°F (15°C)
Low: 39°F (4°C)
Sunday
Partly Sunny
High: 67°F (20°C)
Low: 49°F (10°C)
Columbus Day
Mostly Cloudy
High: 65°F (18°C)
Low: 45°F (7°C)
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
MASSENA -- Budget season is underway and the town of Massena is staring down a double digit tax rate increase, with residents in the village possibly seeing a 14% increase, while residents outside of …
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Despite an October 5 executive order by President Donald Trump, drivers, farmers and businesses cannot run red dyed diesel in on-road vehicles in New York State, according to Assemblyman Scott …
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CANTON — The Village of Canton is facing a significant increase in the cost of employee health insurance, with the village's healthcare costs set to rise by 14.5%. Mayor Michael Dalton …
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OGDENSBURG — A 32-year-old Lisbon woman was arrested Sunday following a personal injury motor vehicle accident, according to Ogdensburg police. Kyrie J. Mitchell was charged with first-degree …
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  POTSDAM — The village DPW is taking the opportunity to replace any rusty or worn out curb shutoff boxes during the restarted lead lateral survey of village residents. Village DPW …
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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 …
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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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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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