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Cooper Lashomb focused on practicing fine motor skills, counting, and using a magnifying glass to describe all the different bugs during a Home Visit with Massena Head Start. St. Lawrence County …

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Scores and photos from Northcountrysports.net Here are the results: Girls’ hockey: Potsdam, Canton Win "X" Semis; Beekmantown Wins Section VII Boys’ hockey: Canton …
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CANTON – The SUNY Canton men's soccer team will host its annual Spring ID Clinic on Saturday, May 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for prospective student-athletes in grades 9-12, as well as those …
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POTSDAM— A national powerlifting champion studying at SUNY Canton has gained a sponsorship from Potsdam’s Stone and Steel gym. The gym announced their sponsorship of two time USA …
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Scores and photos from Northcountrysports.net Here are the results: Girls’ hockey: Massena, Malone Win Quarterfinals To Advance in "X" Playoffs Boys’ hockey: Malone …
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MASSENA -- The North Country has been hit harder than normal by snowfall this season, leading to conflicts regarding snow removal in the village of Massena. In response, village trustees are …
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OGDENSBURG— Alisha L. Trickey, 25, of Ogdensburg, was charged Feb 11 with three counts of seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, a misdemeanor, according to a Feb. 13 …
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POTSDAM -- The Potsdam town board has canceled tonight's meeting, which was scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. Town officials say the meeting has been rescheduled for next Thursday, Feb. 20 at 5:30 …
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Barstow Subaru in Potsdam honored for 40 years

John Barstow, dealer principal of Barstow Subaru in Potsdam, received a special award from Subaru recognizing 40 years as a Subaru dealer. Presenting the award to John from Subaru is Anne …

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POTSDAM — The following students were named to honor roll, high honor roll at Potsdam Senior High School.  High Honor Roll Grade 9: Anya Bansal, Kellan Durham, Jack Fahy, Himaya …
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MASSENA — Free public skating and shinny sessions are available over February break at Massena Arena, thanks to sponsors. The first 1.5 hours each day of shinny is for ages 12 and over. …
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CANTON — Public ice sessions have been added this afternoon at the Canton Pavilion, due to school closing today. Admission is $3. Skate rentals and skate sharpening are $5. 2:00-2:20 …
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CANTON– The town council has agreed to sponsor two grants for the rehabilitation of Church Creek manufactured home park. Matt Welsh purchased the community in October of 2024, and appeared …
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Whiteout on Waterman Hill in Canton

The snow-covered trees on Waterman Hill are just beautiful,’ said photographer Nellie B. Lucas.

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A winter storm in the St. Lawrence Valley is bringing a mix of snow, sleet, and ice, along with gusty southeast winds, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The storm is expected to bring …
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HERMON -- For students at Hermon-DeKalb Central School District (HDCSD), a recent trip to Washington, D.C. brought their government studies to life in an unforgettable way. The district partnered …
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The new Democratic candidate for the 21st Congressional district recently drew fire from Republicans for statements made over a decade ago to a St. Lawrence student.   Among other …
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CLIFTON – The annual Adirondack White Out Weekend held in Star Lake, Wanakena, Oswegatchie and Cranberry Lake will be Feb. 14-16 with a variety of events scheduled.   Admission …
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SLU dining staff showcase skills

Four staff members from St. Lawrence University's Dining Services took home the bronze earlier this month at the American Culinary Federation  Conference and competition hosted by Skidmore …

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AKWESASNE -- North Country residents may soon see and hear Blackhawk helicopters patrolling near the border after Royal Canadian Mounted Police secured two additional helicopters for surveillance …
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CANTON–The demolition and redevelopment of Canton’s Midtown Plaza are one step closer with help from a $300,000 grant from National Grid.  The village of Canton purchased the …
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The St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s office is reminding motorists that stopping for school buses is mandatory, following a “troubling increase” in illegal passes.  …
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SUNY Canton powerlifter handed sponsorship

A national powerlifting champion studying at SUNY Canton has gained a sponsorship from Potsdam’s Stone and Steel gym. The gym announced their sponsorship of two time USA Powerlifting Teen …

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POTSDAM — Free public skating and an Elks Shootout competition will be held during February break, thanks to the Potsdam Elks Lodge. Open hockey will also be available during the winter …
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Two students from Potsdam have been named to the Dean's List at Champlain College in Burlington, Vt. They are Elise Deuel, majoring in Business Administration, and Carson Griffin, majoring in …
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MASSENA -- A virtual public hearing will be held on Thursday, Feb. 20 at 12:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to allow Liberty Utilities customers to weigh in on a proposed rate hike. Liberty Utilities …
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OGDENSBURG– North Star Health Alliance plans to appeal a decision that says an ambulance service dedicated to interfacility transports is not needed in St. Lawrence and Jefferson …
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NORWOOD– Two finalists have been chosen in the search for a new superintendent of Norwood-Norfolk Central School district.  Norwood-Norfolk Central School Board of Education began …
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RENSSELAER FALLS – When residents in the Village of Rensselaer Falls head to the polls in November, they won’t find Michael Hammond on the ballot for mayor. The five-term Republican …
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An attempt by state lawmakers to change laws that would delay election of a new member of Congress to replace Rep. Elise Stefanik is dead. The news comes just days after state Senate Majority …
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SOUTH COLTON – Snowmobilers and local officials gathered on February 8 at the Raquette Valley Fish & Game Club to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the St. Lawrence County Snowmobile …
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MASSENA -- A Louisville veterinarian who originally filed a lawsuit against the towns of Louisville and Massena, along with the Louisville and Massena Volunteer Fire Departments, is now amending the …
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CANTON – Four staff members from St. Lawrence University's Dining Services took home the bronze earlier this month at the American Culinary Federation (ACF) Conference and competition hosted by …
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