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MASSENA — Over 300 people experienced a night of screams and scares in the Annual Haunted House, hosted by the Massena Volunteer Emergency Unit. A total of about $10,500 was raised for the …

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POTSDAM — My Mix 96.1 FM (WVLF) will return as the home of SUNY Potsdam hockey and basketball for the 13th consecutive season, broadcasting 36 Bears contests during the 2026-27 campaign. …
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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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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 …
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CANTON – Republican Steven M. Cary is seeking re-election as one of four elected coroners in St. Lawrence County, citing nearly 25 years in funeral service and his experience in fire and emergency …
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OGDENSBURG — Republican James R. Amo is running for St. Lawrence County coroner, pointing to more than 20 years in emergency services and experience assisting with postmortem examinations as …
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OGDENSBURG — Richard Duvall, the former chief executive of North Star Health Alliance who resigned as the health system faced mounting financial and operational challenges before filing for …
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Potsdam High School visits Wild Center

Potsdam High School art students in Mrs. Garland’s Sculpture and Digital Photography class visited The Wild Center in Tupper Lake Oct. 16 to explore the Thomas Dambo troll exhibit before it leaves …

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Here are the top stories for today as determined by our editorial staff and highest number of page views. State law banning civilian purchase and possession of body armor struck in …
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OGDENSBURG — Ogdensburg Command Performances will present “Shadows of the ’60s: A Holiday Tribute to Motown” at 7 p.m. Nov. 13, replacing the previously advertised “Drumline, a Holiday …
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To the Editor: Northern NY is sure attracting political dollars, but we need jobs, not promises. I'm from Canton NY, where we've watched good jobs disappear for years. My father worked at …
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To the Editor: I write today in support of John Michno as the next Legislator in District 15 of the St. Lawrence County Legislature. District 15, which includes Waddington, Louisville, and part …
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MASSENA – The Massena Public Library will welcome SVC Explorers of the Unknown on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 6 p.m. for a special paranormal presentation featuring firsthand accounts of investigations, …
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Festival of Lights coming to Potsdam

POTSDAM — SUNY Potsdam will host the LoKo Arts Festival of Lights at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, on the Academic Quad. The free public event will feature live music, illuminated art installations, …

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NORFOLK – Democratic incumbent James “Jamie” Sienkiewycz is seeking another term as St. Lawrence County coroner, pointing to more than 30 years in funeral service and nearly two decades in the …
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POTSDAM – Therese “Terri” Miner is seeking a write-in candidacy for St. Lawrence County coroner, saying she wants to improve death investigations and bring greater accountability to the office. …
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The Department of Environmental Conservation is urging St. Lawrence County deer hunters to harvest more female deer this hunting season, saying higher deer populations can harm wildlife habitat, …
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To the Editor: I am writing in support of Setcher Krywanczyk for County legislator in District 13. Setcher graduated from St. Lawrence Central School in Brasher Falls. He is currently employed …
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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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To the Editor: My old friend and former next-door neighbor recently wrote a letter to the editor in support of Anthony Constantino for Congress, largely because the millionaire businessman is …
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A New York State law banning the possession, sale and transfer of body armor by civilians has been struck down in federal court.  U.S. District Judge John Sinatra issued a 47-page opinion …
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MASSENA — Over 300 people experienced a night of screams and scares in the Annual Haunted House, hosted by the Massena Volunteer Emergency Unit. A total of about $10,500 was raised for the …
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POTSDAM — My Mix 96.1 FM (WVLF) will return as the home of SUNY Potsdam hockey and basketball for the 13th consecutive season, broadcasting 36 Bears contests during the 2026-27 campaign. …
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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: How can we really have confidence in political claims for the future? As a nineteen-year-old, I have watched candidates from both parties line up to talk about …
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0104 Property check-Market Street 0221 Potsdam Rescue dispatched 0640 Potsdam Rescue dispatched 0714 Traffic stop-Lawrence Avenue 0918 Potsdam Rescue dispatched 0922 Traffic …
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To the Editor: I thought I would refrain from writing another political letter during this current campaign season but the following letter begs for a response.  “Constantino Running …
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MASSENA — The Massena Senior Citizens are planning a series of social activities, meetings, dances and local trips for members in the coming weeks, including a November social hour, a membership …
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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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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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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
POTSDAM — Visitors and residents entering the village from the west will soon be treated with a new “Welcome to Potsdam” sign. The village board of trustees at their meeting Oct. 19 …
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CANTON -- Phantom in the Park returns to Canton on October 24, bringing together families for a wide range of games and activities.  "Phantoms in the Park is a cherished Canton tradition," …
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POTSDAM — Building on the success of Summerfest concerts on Fall Island this past year, live music on Fall Island will soon become a regular feature of the local entertainment scene. The …
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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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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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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 …
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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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