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MONTAGUE- Two local residents are faced with assault charges in the wake of a reported altercation over the weekend in Lewis County, authorities say. Danny T. Gudridge, Sr., 57, of New Bremen, NY and Michael R. Gudridge, 35, of Montague, NY were arrested Saturday evening by the Sheriff's Office. Both are officially charged with one misdemeanor count each of assault in the third-degree (w/intent to cause physical injury).

WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – A 30-year-old Carthage woman is facing multiple charges for allegedly writing over $2,900 in bad checks at lumber stores in Jefferson and Oswego counties. New York State Police charged Brittany Standridge with four counts of issuing bad checks, a count of fourth degree grand larceny and two counts of petit larceny. She […]

A North Country resident is accused of intoxicated driving following reports of a traffic stop early Friday in Lewis County, authorities say. Jered E. Morrison, 46, of Watson, NY was arrested shortly after midnight on Friday by the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office. Morrison is formally charged with DWI. According...

LOWVILLE- 2023 marks the 24th year for Essenlohr Motors and their Toys for Children Campaign. "This is a part of Lewis County Christmas Sharing," spokesperson Mark Essenlohr told us. "It's been a success for every year. We just keep doing it and it's a great thing for our community!" Toys...

WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Snow and mixed precipitation were falling in parts of the north country early Monday morning. Places in northern St. Lawrence County and the higher elevations of Lewis County were getting mainly snow. Other places were getting rain and mixed precipitation. There’s a winter weather advisory...

NEW BREMEN- A local man is accused of violating a court order, among other charges, following complaints of a fight over the weekend in Lewis County, authorities say. Daniel P. Monnat, 28, of Croghan, NY was arrested on Sunday by the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office. He is formally charged with one felony count of criminal contempt in the first-degree, one misdemeanor count of criminal mischief in the fourth-degree and one violation of harassment in the second-degree.

TOWN OF DIANA-A 28 year old Croghan man is accused of violating a "stay away" order of protection issued by the Town of Watson Court. Lewis County Sheriff’s Deputies said that after Daniel Monnat made bail on a separate criminal contempt charge, he reportedly went to the residence of and sent several text messages to the protected party. Monnat was arraigned in the Town of Diana Court on November 27th and charged with a Class A misdemeanor charge of Criminal Contempt in the 2nd Degree and a warrant was also issued by Lewis County Probation. Monnat was released on his own recognizance on both the Criminal Contempt charge and the probation warrant.

TOWN OF DIANA-A 27-year-old Carthage man is accused of D.W.I. following a vehicle stop in the Town of Diana on Saturday afternoon. New York State Police from the Carthage Barracks charged Justin W. Schall with one count each of Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Blood Alcohol Content of .08 of 1% or greater-First Offense and Driving While Intoxicated-First Offense. Shall was released to a third party and will answer the charges in the Town of Diana Court later. The incident was listed as “pending investigation” as of press time.

LEWIS- Police say a vehicle larceny investigation from earlier this spring in Lewis County has resulted in the arrest of a person from Oswego County. James C. Fuller, 39, of Fulton, NY was arrested Thursday morning by the New York State Police (Lowville). Fuller is formally charged with one felony count of criminal possession of stolen property in the second-degree (property value exceeding $50,000).

LEWIS COUNTY — Naturally Lewis hosted over 120 guests at its Membership Awards Night, an evening honoring the outstanding achievements of the Lewis County business community throughout 2023, looking ahead with anticipation to the opportunities and growth awaiting in 2024. This event was sponsored by AmeriCU Credit Union and Northern Credit Union.

VILLAGE OF CARTHAGE-A 27 year old Carthage man was arrested for allegedly driving with a suspended or revoked license in the Village of Carthage on Friday afternoon. New York State Police from the Carthage Barracks charged Robert E. Marion with one count of Aggravated Unlicensed operation of a Motor Vehicle in the 3rd Degree, a Class U misdemeanor. Marion was issued an appearance ticket and will answer the charge in the Village of Carthage Court at a later date.

WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — On Friday, Dec. 1, Case Middle School in Watertown responded to a “potential safety concern,” the Watertown City School District superintendent, Dr. Larry Schmiegel, said. In a letter sent to parents, Schmiegel said the situation was promptly addressed and the school’s security measures...

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WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Gas prices in the City of Watertown are continuing their downward slide as we close in on the Christmas holiday. The average price of a gallon of gas in the city is now at $3.50, which is down five cents from $3.55. The price drop is tied with Elmira for the […]

(WWTI) – This list of names says whether you’ve been naughty or nice and Santa must always check it twice, today is Santa’s List Day. Most people know that the Santa Claus you know and love is based on Saint Nicholas who lived during the third century and was known as the protector of children […]

LOWVILLE, New York (WWNY) - The biggest renovation in the 90-year history of Lewis County Health System became more exciting Thursday at the ribbon-cutting ceremony with a surprise announcement. Maternity services are returning to Lewis County Health System. The announcement was made by the hospital’s C.E.O. just moments after cutting...

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) – Turning chillier with a little snow, but not much. How chilly does it get the next couple of days? Find out below…. Scattered snow showers/flurries continue overnight as temperatures fall into the low 30s which means any untreated surfaces late tonight into the start of Tuesday may turn a bit icy.

The Beaver Falls United Methodist Church will be holding their annual Live Nativity on Friday, December 15 at 7 p.m. Beaver Falls United Methodist Church6508 Lefevre StBeaver Falls, NY 13305 This is a free outdoor event is and open to all. Light refreshments will be provided. The event is located on the corner of Beaver […]

In Lewis County, New York, there are attractive high school basketball games on the docket today. The inside scoop on how to watch them is available below. Follow high school basketball this season on the NFHS Network! Keep tabs on your family or alma mater and tune in!. Lewis County,...

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Saturday is $3.247, a week ago the price is $3.259 , according to AAA.