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Showers on the move
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - It stayed fairly warm overnight. We’re waking up to temperatures in the 50s with a few places in the 60s. Rain will move in by late morning and early afternoon. Highs will be in the upper 60s. Showers will start to dry up into...
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 […]
‘Sends a clear message’: Watertown bans public flag raisings
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) — The City of Watertown will no longer have public flag raisings. Watertown City Council has issued a new policy regarding flags at City Hall. On May 6, the City Council voted to ban all public flag raisings outside the American, state, POW-MIA and Tree City USA flags. Watertown Mayor Sarah Compo-Pierce […]
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...
May 31: Firefighter Graduation Ceremony at JCC
The Recruit Firefighter Training Academy Graduation Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 31, starting at 3 p.m. in the Jules Building Theater. Jefferson Community College1220 Coffeen St.Watertown, NY Attendees are to enter using doors by the cafeteria, the theater is on the lower level and there will be refreshments to follow.
May 23: Drive-thru turkey dinner at Lorraine United Methodist Church
The Lorraine United Methodist Church on 20560 County Route 189 in Lorraine will be hosting a drive-thru turkey dinner on Thursday, May 23. The dinner runs from 4-7 p.m. or until all are sold and costs $14. The meal includes turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, cabbage salad, cranberry sauce, rolls and pie. Some of […]
Young powerlifter makes name for herself nationally
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - There’s a 16-year-old girl from Watertown who’s a nice, unassuming person with a certain talent. She’s an award-winning weightlifter, following her older brother to national prominence. Last summer, we told you about John Tyler, a powerlifter whose bench press talents earned him...
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.
CNY baseball pitcher fans all 21 foes, just misses perfect game: ‘I was in the zone’
Syracuse, N.Y. -- Belleville Henderson pitcher Brittan Cross usually takes the mound with a full dose of confidence. And since he’s one of the best hurlers in Section III, that self-assurance is usually warranted. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our...
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...
Henderson Spring Classic Derby is this week
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The Henderson Spring Classic Derby starts this week. Gail Smith is from the Henderson Business and Community Council. She says anglers will be fishing for the largest northern pike, walleye, brown trout, lake trout, and pickerel. Watch the video for her interview on 7 News...
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 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...
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.
May 18: 11th Annual Family Fun Day in Pulaski
The 11th Annual Family Fun Day in Pulaski will take place on Saturday, May 18, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at South Park, Pulaski, NY All are invited to the 11th Annual Family Fun Day in the Park where there will be crafters, vendors, music, sand art, bounce house, face painting, food, fun and […]
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 […]
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...
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.
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