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Salvation Army: warming center was consistently full this season
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The Salvation Army’s warming center in Watertown was consistently full this winter. Captain Dominic Nicoll says the center reached the maximum capacity of 20 people pretty much every night, and there were a few instances where beds were full and people had to be placed elsewhere.
Jefferson Community College’s 60th Commencement Ceremony on May 17
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Karen L. Belcher, a 1992 graduate, will deliver the keynote address for Jefferson Community College’s 60th Commencement Ceremony for December 2023, May 2024 and August 2024 candidates for graduation on, May 17, 2024 at 7 p.m. Belcher is Executive Director of the Food Bank of Central New York. She first joined […]
State Police investigating personal injury accident Town of Brownville
BROWNVILLE, N.Y. (WWTI) – New York State police are investigating a personal injury accident that happened after 10:30 p.m. Saturday, May 12. State troopers responded to 16801 County Route 53 in the town of Brownville for a one car personal injury automobile accident. The operator was identified as 40-year-old Derek Webb of Watertown. He was […]
Walk promotes mental health awareness
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - There were two main goals: connecting people with mental health resources and ending the stigma surrounding mental disorders. The 19th Annual Mental Health Awareness Walk was held in Watertown on Wednesday. People wore green and walked from the Dulles State Office Building to the Butler...
Watertown’s Red Lobster closes abruptly, employees stunned
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Longstanding Watertown restaurant Red Lobster abruptly closed Monday with signs plastered on the doors. The restaurant’s general manager and employees confirmed the closure with 7 News. Around 40 people were employed there. One of them, Aggie Towsley, was on her way to the restaurant...
Driver walks away from crash that split pickup truck in two
TOWN OF BROWNVILLE, New York (WWNY) - A crash in the town of Brownville Sunday night split a pickup truck in two and sent the driver to the hospital. It happened near 16826 County Route 53 at around 10:37 p.m. (See more photos of the crash below this article.) According...
Simao won't seek rezoning of city land near retirement community
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Developer P.J. Simao won’t move forward right now with trying to get property he owns in the city of Watertown rezoned. It’s 16 acres of land, the unused part of what used to be the Ives Hill Country Club before 9 holes were sold off.
Fitness with Jamie: Working the triceps
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Fitness expert Jamie Kalk shows us ways to work those triceps. She emphasizes that you can use weights or less expensive alternatives like stretchy bands and even cans of corn. You can always email Jamie at befitforlife73@gmail.com.
Watertown lawmakers discuss Globe Mini-Mall & 1-time sewer fees for developers
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Watertown is still working to issue sewer permits to developers looking to build in a portion of the city. It was discussed at a city council work session Monday night. In February 2022, a main sewer line within the city had too much running through...
Watertown City School District hires Brianne Durham
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) –The Watertown City School District has announced the hiring of Brianne Durham as the new Assistant Superintendent for Operations and Finance, effective July 8, 2024. Durham brings 25 years of experience in accounting and finance, as well as a wealth of knowledge and a commitment to educational excellence. A local graduate of […]
Town of Wilna considers peace officer
WILNA, New York (WWNY) - Court nights are becoming a problem in the town of Wilna and lawmakers are wondering if the town needs a peace officer. According to minutes from an April board meeting, court nights come with disgruntled defendants with police getting called many times. Police response times...
Israeli flag raised for last time at Watertown City Hall
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - It’s the end of a tradition that started in 1978. Watertown’s Jewish community raised the Israeli flag at city hall for the last time on Tuesday. Lawmakers, concerned about protests and violence, decided on May 14 to ban most flag-raising ceremonies at city...
Highlights & scores: High school baseball & lacrosse
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - We take a look at some local baseball and lacrosse games. We begin on the baseball diamond as South Jefferson entertained Watertown. - The defense sparkling early. Nate Matteson full extension with the catch to end the top of the first for South Jefferson. -...
Man unhurt after overturning pickup truck on Gotham Street Road
TOWN OF WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - A town of Watertown man escaped injury when the pickup truck he was driving overturned and crashed into a utility pole. It happened on Gotham Street Road in the town of Watertown at around 10:20 a.m. on Tuesday. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office...
Watertown American Legion Post 61 to commemorate D-Day anniversary
The Watertown American Legion Post 61 will host a number of events to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day on Thursday, June 6. These events will take place at the legion post at 138 Sterling Street. Here’s a list of events that will occur on that date: The post invites the public to join them […]
In the octagon: MMA returns to Watertown
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - It’s time to get back into the octagon this Saturday night at the Watertown arena. Mixed martial arts is back for another full night of action. It’s Victory 36 cage fighting championships. Fifteen total matches are scheduled including a first for this area.
Watertown officials optimistic owner will clean up lot
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Watertown code enforcement officials are optimistic a cluttered lot will get cleaned up. Officials say someone filed a complaint about 430 Court Street. Code officers went there and found unregistered and uninspected vehicles on the lot, along with rubbish and debris. Code Enforcement Officer Dana...
Morning Checkup: Samaritan Summit Village Assisted Living
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - If you’re looking for an assisted living facility for yourself or a loved one, Samaritan Summit Village has openings. Assistant administrator Neva Bossard gave us an overview of what’s involved. Watch the video for her interview during Samaritan’s Morning Checkup segment on 7...
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