MASSENA — Massena Central High School seniors who will be walking across the stage at graduation have been invited to their first-ever school board-sponsored reception next month. Read More ⇒Massena Central School Board set up senior reception for June 16
TUPPER LAKE – The Wild Center, located in the southern end of Franklin County in Tupper Lake, will open for the season Friday and be open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Read More ⇒The Wild Center, popular Franklin County attraction, opening for season Friday
MASSENA — A town of Massena man was charged after he allegedly assaulted Department of Public Works Superintendent Marty G. Miller over an unpaid water bill that resulted in his water being turned off. Read More ⇒Massena man charged with assaulting DPW official; unpaid bill resulted in resident’s water being turned off
A handful of projects across the north country are getting millions of dollars in state grant funding, announced Thursday as part of the Restore New York Communities initiative. Read More ⇒NNY communities get millions to restore blighted properties; Ogdensburg waterfront project included
POTSDAM — Several property owners once again attended the Town Council meeting in May to voice their objections to their new assessments under the recent townwide property revaluation. Read More ⇒Potsdam property owners continue objections to townwide revaluation
CANTON — The 4th annual “Dream Fest” concert will take place Sunday, July 6, at The Lodge @ Dreaming Tree Ranch, with gates opening at noon and performances scheduled from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Read More ⇒4th ‘Dream Fest’ concert set July 6 to benefit Canton cancer foundation
CANTON — The Morley Library Association will host its 11th annual “Biking for Books” 50-kilometer (31-mile) bicycle ride on Saturday, June 21. Read More ⇒Bike for Books is June 21
POTSDAM — Clarkson University Research Professor Dana Barry recently had a book published by Springer Nature. She served as the Corresponding Editor and main author of the book. It is titled Applications of Metaverse and Virtual Reality to Creative Education and Industry. Her Co-editor is Pr… Read More ⇒Clarkson professor publishes Springer Nature Textbook about applications of virtual reality to education and industry
CANTON — The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence recognized several employees for completing certifications with the National Alliance for Direct Professionals (NADSP) E-Badge Academy. Read More ⇒The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence employees recognized for certification
WASHINGTON — Parents for Safe Online Spaces (ParentsSOS) on Monday voiced strong for the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), which has been reintroduced in the U.S. Senate. Read More ⇒Canton parent backs renewed push for Kids Online Safety Bill
POTSDAM — After years of planning, delays and securing grant funding, the town is set to begin accepting bids for its long-anticipated water district project along Route 56, which municipal officials believe will encourage economic development in the area. Read More ⇒Town of Potsdam seeking bids for Route 56 water district
MASSENA — Village trustees have given their lead code enforcement officer authorization to seek bids for the demolition of the former Woodlawn Hotel at 40-42 Woodlawn Ave. after the owner failed to make any progress on addressing code and safety issues. Read More ⇒Massena trustees seeking proposals for demolition of former Woodlawn Hotel
OGDENSBURG — A defamation lawsuit against the city of Ogdensburg, its former mayor and city manager, has finally been settled. Read More ⇒Settlement reached over Ogdensburg defamation lawsuit against Jellie, Skelly
MASSENA — The top two students in Massena Central High School’s Class of 2025 carried 100.10 and 99.74 grade point averages respectively through their high school careers. Read More ⇒Firnstein, Bovay lead Massena Central High School Class of 2025
Applications for 2025 Grant Now Open to Qualified Organizations Serving St. Lawrence County Residents Read More ⇒Rock Charitable Fund sets series of grant workshops in St. Lawrence County
WATERTOWN — All school district budgets in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties were approved by voters Tuesday. Read More ⇒Voters in Northern New York approve over $1 billion in school spending, elect board — full results here
MASSENA — Massena Central School District voters gave a thumbs-up across the board on Tuesday. Read More ⇒Voters approve Massena Central School budget, capital project
CANTON — Voters in the Canton Central School District approved a $42 million budget Tuesday with a vote of 313-97. The budget represents a 0.49% increase over the current 2024-25 spending plan. Read More ⇒Canton Central School budget, propositions easily
OGDENSBURG — The Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority announced a significant drop in traffic over the Ogdensburg-Prescott International Bridge in April, however, they’re waiting to see May’s numbers before calling it a trend. Read More ⇒Drop in Ogdensburg bridge traffic raises concern among OBPA board
MASSENA — Plans are underway to try and make a local school boards association more active. Read More ⇒Plans underway to make local school boards association more active
WATERTOWN — Unemployment rates in April in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties showed improvement from the rates reported during the same month a year ago. Read More ⇒North country unemployment rates improve in April
WATERTOWN — School district budget votes are taking place today in all districts in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties. Read More ⇒School budget votes today across north country
As the Lake Ontario Marine Sanctuary plan advances, NOAA invites the public to dive into some of the marine heritage of the lake. Read More ⇒NOAA hosting virtual dive to Lake Ontario shipwreck
OGDENSBURG — If the City of Ogdensburg decides to submit an application for the next round of the state’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) funding, it will take a look at all of its options and decide whether the Marina District will be the focus once again. Read More ⇒‘We’re getting closer’: Ogdensburg officials will look at all options for future DRI applications
MASSENA — Nearly 250 students took part in last year’s Massena Central School Summer Raider Academy, and s are now underway through June 6 for this year’s session. Read More ⇒s underway for Massena Central School Summer Raider Academy
CANTON — The Brockville Pipe and Drums entered Newell Field House on Sunday morning, quieting the large crowd of graduates, family and friends waiting for the 2025 St. Lawrence University commencement to begin. Read More ⇒SLU grads told to go forth and serve
POTSDAM — As thunderstorms rumbled across St. Lawrence County, staff and volunteers scrambled to keep SUNY Potsdam’s graduation ceremony on time and as dry as possible. Read More ⇒SUNY Potsdam graduates dodge the rain
OGDENSBURG — A $30,000 Community Foundation grant is helping Ogdensburg Public Library improve accessibility for all patrons as work to replace an aging handicapped lift nears completion. Read More ⇒Community Foundation awards Ogdensburg library $30,000
MASSENA — The Massena Central School Board will have some decisions to make if voters reject the district’s $74.4 million budget on Tuesday. Read More ⇒Massena Central School superintendent addresses contingency budget
LOWVILLE — In separate incidents, the Lowville Police made two arrests Tuesday. Read More ⇒Lowville Police make two arrests
MASSENA — Over the past few months, the Massena Central School Board has recognized students who achieved a spot in the All State festivals for both voice and instruments, as well as of the girls varsity volleyball team for their professionalism and upbeat attitude in regional play. Read More ⇒Massena school board member seeks more student recognition
CANTON — Three people arrested in December in connection with a robbery were indicted by a St. Lawrence County grand jury on Thursday. Read More ⇒Three from Massena indicted in December robbery
CANTON — SUNY colleges will receive a $114 million boost in operating aid in the state budget. Read More ⇒SUNY Potsdam and Canton get increased state aid
The following property sales were recorded in St. Lawrence County clerk’s office April 28, 2025: Read More ⇒PROPERTY SALES
After 25 years, BluSeed Studios in Saranac Lake shutting down Read More ⇒BluSeed Studios arts center in Franklin County closing
BRASHER FALLS — Guns, cocaine and drug paraphernalia were seized May 8 in a raid of a Brasher home that led to the arrest of four Brasher residents by the St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office. Read More ⇒Four arrested in Brasher police raid; guns, cocaine seized
BRASHER — St. Lawrence Central School District voters will be asked to approve a $31.7 million budget that carries a 3.25% tax levy increase and increases overall spending by 0.45%.when they head to the polls on Tuesday. Read More ⇒St. Lawrence Central asking for voter approval of $31.7 million school budget
MASSENA — Two incumbents and three newcomers will be vying for three seats on the Massena Central School Board on Tuesday. Read More ⇒Five running for three Massena Central School Board seats
MASSENA — Massena police officers who are outside the village for more than four hours during lunch time can now be reimbursed for their lunch under a Memorandum of Understanding between the village and Massena Police Protective Association. Read More ⇒Massena trustees, police department address lunch reimbursement
MASSENA — Massena Central School Board have approved the $9.9 million 2025-26 istrative budget for the St. Lawrence-Lewis Board of Cooperative Educational Services. Read More ⇒Massena Central School Board approves BOCES istrative budget
OGDENSBURG — Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Ogdensburg, a fixture in the north country for 106 years, has a new leader at its helm as it continues its mission of providing hope and assistance. Read More ⇒Catholic Charities welcomes new director, continues century-long mission
Millions of New Yorkers who don’t have any college education will soon be able to get a two-year degree from any of the state’s community colleges for absolutely free. Read More ⇒SUNY announces free community college for people over age 25 will start this fall
Millions of grant dollars from the state of New York are coming to Lowville, Canton and Alexandria Bay in the next round of Downtown Revitalization Initiative and NY Forward awards. Read More ⇒Canton, Lowville, Alexandria Bay each to get millions for downtown renovation projects
MASSENA — The latest 10-year relicensing agreement with the New York Power Authority became official Thursday when NYPA’s president and CEO ed with Local Government Task Force officials for a g ceremony at the St. Lawrence-FDR Power Project. Read More ⇒NYPA, Local Government Task Force sign 10-year relicensing agreement
CANTON — Gov. Kathleen C. Hochul announced $4.5 million in state funding Thursday for five revitalization projects in Canton to boost the village’s downtown area. Read More ⇒State announces NY Forward projects for Canton
POTSDAM — The village Department of Public Works is requesting that residents place only standard-sized piles of sticks, leaves and other yard waste at the curb for the annual brush pickup — not entire trees. Read More ⇒Potsdam DPW asks residents to not put out entire trees for collection
CANTON — Town Supervisor Mary Anne Ashley laid the groundwork Wednesday for a comprehensive property revaluation project, explaining to residents the long-awaited assessment of the town’s nearly 4,000 properties. Read More ⇒Property revaluation process explained to Canton residents
MASSENA — The number of calls continue to grow, but the Massena Rescue Squad’s volunteer ranks aren’t getting any larger. Read More ⇒Massena Rescue Squad hosting reruitment open house on Sunday
