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Around 500 graduate from SLU Sunday
CANTON, New York (WWNY) - Around 500 students received diplomas Sunday at St Lawrence University’s commencement ceremony. Among those graduating is Tyler Karasinski. He majored in Physics. “It is surreal, I don’t know if it’s fully sunk in right now, I feel like I’m in a movie or some...
Memorial Day observance services and events around NNY
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – There will be a number of Memorial Day parades and observances across the north country. Here’s a look at a number of parades and ceremonies from around the area this coming Memorial Day weekend. Canton and DeKalb Junction The two St. Lawrence County towns will host memorial services on Monday, May […]
VIDEO: From behind bars to walking the stage, one SUNY Potsdam graduate is paying it forward
POTSDAM, New York (WWNY) - Brandon Rodriguez will be among the graduates at SUNY Potsdam Saturday. That alone might not be remarkable, but he started his degree behind bars. After being released from Riverview Correctional Facility, a state prison, Brandon was able to continue his education because of community support.
Multiple agencies to host DWI mock crash next week at Potsdam High
POTSDAM, N.Y. (WWTI) – A number of local agencies in St. Lawrence County will be sponsoring a Mock DWI Crash at 8:45 a.m. Monday, May 20 in the circle in the parking lot of Potsdam High School. A mock DWI Crash dramatizes the severe consequences of drinking and driving and promotes a “safe and sober […]
SLC Arts Council seeks help to close funding gap
POTSDAM, New York (WWNY) - Phase one is done, but there are 4 more to go for the St. Lawrence County Arts Council. The group is back in its original space at 6 Raymond Street in Potsdam after upgrading parts of it and installing new heating, electrical, and plumbing. The...
Highlights & scores: On the links & the diamond
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Golf and baseball were on the local sports schedule on Wednesday. Massena was at Potsdam for Northern Athletic Conference golf. - For Massena, Colin Patterson led the way with a 38. - Ben Thompson carded a 44. - Carson Roberts, 46. - Chris Boyea, 45.
Lyme disease and Tick-Borne Diseases: What should you be doing to stay safe?
ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY, N.Y. (WWTI) – Lyme disease and other Tick-Borne Disease, transmitted by the bite of infected ticks, are endemic throughout St. Lawrence County and are recognized nationally as a health problem, according to the St. Lawrence County Public Health Department. People are at risk for Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses all year […]
Small plane makes emergency landing at Potsdam airport
POTSDAM, New York (WWNY) - A small plane made an emergency landing at the Potsdam Municipal Airport late Wednesday afternoon. According to Greg Thompson, the village administrator, the plane was flying from Plattsburgh to Syracuse when the engine quit. The pilot was able to restart it and then safely landed...
Health Watch: Saranac Lake school officials say mental health services here to stay
SARANAC LAKE, N.Y. (WCAX) - Mental health support for students during the school day gained traction during the pandemic, While the funding in some New York districts is running dry, Saranac Lake officials say the services are here to stay. “The school is the best place to reach a student,...
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. -...
A unique graduation at SUNY Potsdam, a student dual enrolled in Kyiv
POTSDAM, New York (WWNY) - It’ll be a first at SUNY Potsdam, graduating a student who is part of a program that brought her here from Ukraine. ”We have one, Stefaniia Bulakh, who is the first to actually complete the program,” said Gregory Gardner, a Business Professor at SUNY Potsdam.
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