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History Lesson: Sackets Harbor Battlefield embraces Smithsonian exhibit
SACKETS HARBOR, New York (WWNY) - Have you ever wanted to visit the Smithsonian Museum? That just got easier in Sackets Harbor as a traveling exhibition has popped up at the Union Hotel. “We’re very honored to be able to have the exhibition,” Sackets Harbor Battlefield site manager Connie Barone...
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.
Henderson seeks grants to improve waterfront
HENDERSON, New York (WWNY) - The town of Henderson is looking to invest in its lakefront property. At a meeting Tuesday night, the town board approved working with the Clayton Local Development Corporation (CLDC). It will help the town apply for the New York Department of State’s local waterfront revitalization...
Northern NY sports scoreboard: Friday, May 17, 2024
The playoffs have almost arrived for high school sports in the area and JCC softball is one win away from a berth in the national tournament. Here’s a look at Thursday’s action from the north country sports front. College softball Jefferson CC 4, Herkimer 3 (First game, NJCAA Region 3A final) Herkimer 15, Jefferson CC […]
Pivot invites public to Prevention Day Picnic
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Pivot in Watertown is inviting the public to enjoy a free picnic while learning about National Prevention Week. It will be holding a Prevention Day Picnic this Friday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Rotary Pavilion at Thompson Park. Jessica Geis-Archer from Pivot...
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 […]
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...
‘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 […]
TV Dinner: Honey Garlic Chicken
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - It’s a dish that brings salty, sweet, sour, and savory flavors together. Chef Chris Manning prepared Honey Garlic Chicken for us this week. You can watch how it comes together in the video. Honey Garlic Chicken. - 2 tablespoons olive oil. - 1 tablespoon...
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...
Central NY man robbed person of wallet using machete, shovel, police say
West Monroe, N.Y. — An Oswego County man on Friday robbed a person of their wallet using a machete and shovel, state troopers said. Michael J. Burke, 35, robbed the person around 1:06 p.m. at 46 Pinnacle Road in West Monroe. Burke ran away with the wallet but was...
Legendary DIRT modified racer Bob McCreadie dies
Watertown, N.Y. ― Legendary DIRT modified racer Bob McCreadie has died. The 74-year-old Watertown racer amassed 507 feature wins during a career that ran from 1975 to 2005. He won main events at 56 different speedways and won 29 track championships. In the early part of his career, he won 37 main events on asphalt tracks.
Oswego County Sheriff’s Office May 17, 2024
On 5/10/24 at 2:21 p.m., Tiffany S. VanHorn, 42, of Oswego was arrested based on a Bench Warrant issued out of Oswego City Court. Ms. VanHorn was arraigned in CAP Court. On 5/11/24 at 8:39 p.m., Terrance D. Doctor, 35, of Oswego was arrested based on an Arrest Warrant issued out of Oswego County Family Court. Mr. Doctor was arraigned in CAP Court.
Oswego County real estate: See all homes sold, May 4-May 10
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Oswego County reported from May 4 to May 10. There were 13 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,188-square-foot home on County Route 4 in Hastings that sold for $190,000.
Police: 430 doses of fentanyl seized at Watertown apartment
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - A Watertown man was charged with drug possession after authorities conducted a search of his home Thursday morning. Members of the Metro-Jefferson Drug Task Force say they executed a warrant at 37-year-old Anthony Graves’ upper apartment at 327 Coffeen Street at around 6:30 a.m.
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