CRIME & SAFETY
Academy at Ivy Ridge investigation: Evidence seized, still receiving complaints
CANTON, N.Y. (WWTI) — Last weekend, dozens of former students faced their nightmares. During the last week of April, Academy of Ivy Ridge “survivors” held a rally at Ogdensburg City Hall, where they demanded justice and action. The former “behavior modification program in Northern New York is currently under for alleged physical, emotional and sexual […]
After Ivy Ridge: death threats, apologies & healing
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - From death threats to losing jobs, a man accused of wrongdoing at the now-closed Academy at Ivy Ridge says he and other former employees have paid a heavy price - some for simply working at the facility near Ogdensburg. We remind viewers that John spoke...
Accused of wrongdoing, former Academy at Ivy Ridge worker speaks out
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - For the first time on television, a worker accused of wrongdoing at the now-closed Academy at Ivy Ridge is speaking out about his time there. He sat down with 7 News anchor Diane Rutherford for a wide-ranging interview. Our 3-part series airs on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday on 7 News This Evening at 6.
Law enforcement day in St. Lawrence County: on the ground, in the air
CANTON, New York (WWNY) - Tuesday was Law Enforcement Day in St. Lawrence County. The St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department teamed up with New York State Police to show off their vehicles and give demonstrations to more than 400 children from 12 school districts. The event was held at the St. Lawrence County Correctional Facility in Canton.
Lisbon student accused of making terrorist threat
LISBON, New York (WWNY) - A 13-year-old Heuvelton boy is accused of making a terrorist threat at Lisbon Central School last week. According to state police, the boy, whose name is withheld because of his age, made the threat to other students on April 25. Troopers say those students reported...
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