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Three cats exposed after rabid bat found in Jefferson County
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Jefferson County Department of Public Health has announced that a bat in the town of Theresa has tested positive for rabies. The New York State Department of Health reported to the JCPHS that a bat has tested positive for rabies. The bat was located in the Town of Theresa and […]
More traffic closures in store for Watertown on Wednesday
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – A pair of construction projects will cause road closures Wednesday in the City of Watertown. Sewer work on Mohawk Street at 8 a.m. caused the street to be closed. City officials stated the project should be finished by the end of the day. Local traffic will be allowed on the street. […]
Garbage prices to increase in the City of Watertown
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – It’s going to cost a little more money to throw out your trash in the City of Watertown. In an announcement from the city, the cost for blue stickers will go up from $3.50 to $4.25 per bag. Those blue stickers are for residents that participate on an “as needed, pay as […]
Section of Watertown’s East Main Street reopens after gas main leak
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - A gas main leak on Watertown’s East Main Street closed a section of that road Monday morning. The section of East Main Street between Hancock Street and Route 283 was closed off while crews worked. A section of Grant Street was closed as well.
Lake Ontario designation protects underwater relics, including shipwrecks
Lake Ontario has received a new designation and with it added protections and emphasis on its historic and cultural resources. The Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary was announced June 5 during the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation’s Capitol Hill Ocean Week. It’s the 16th such designation overall and the third in the Great Lakes.
Watertown to host celebrations of arts and gay pride
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - A busy weekend is coming up for downtown Watertown. Two major events are happening to bring the community out to celebrate the arts and gay pride. Expect music and art to fill Franklin Street on Saturday. HarmoNNY and the North Country Arts Council will hold their second annual summer kickoff festival.
Work on Roswell Flower monument continues
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Work on the Roswell P. Flower monument in Public Square is continuing throughout the week. The 120-year-old statue is getting important work done as part of a maintenance project. The 18-foot tall statue is of the only New York State Governor from Northern New York. Flower was a Theresa native and […]
Your Stories Q&A: Speed cameras popping up in CNY construction zones
Summer Kickoff art & music event in Watertown this weekend
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The North Country Arts Council and HamoNNY are teaming up to help Watertown kick off summer. HarmoNNY president Joe Foy and event co-chair Laura Oakes talked about the Summer Kickoff Event on 7 News This Morning. You can watch their interview in the video above.
6 property transactions in the city of Watertown in June
WATERTOWN, N.Y. — The latest property transactions in the city of Watertown filed at the Jefferson County clerk’s office in June 2024:. Looking to buy or sell property in Jefferson County?. 68 Clover Street. Seller: City of Watertown. Buyer: David M. and Karen L. Parks, 409 E. Hoard...
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