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Getting ready for General Brown Weekend
BROWNVILLE, New York (WWNY) - Carnival ride operators and food vendors were busy Friday setting up for Brownville’s big event: the annual General Brown Weekend. It kicks off Friday evening and continues through Sunday. The weekend features entertainment, rides, vendors, food, yard sales, a parade and fireworks. New this...
Watertown Pride event heads downtown
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - For the several years, Watertown Pride’s “Out in the Park” has transformed Thompson Park into a pride paradise. “We’re moving all that to ‘Out Downtown,’” Northern New York Pride president Cari Knight said. “Pun intended.”. The weekend’s...
June 8-9: Dexter American Legion 100th anniversary
The Dexter American Legion will celebrate its 100th anniversary on Saturday, June 8 at the legion on 105 East Bronson Street in Dexter. The event will run for two days with the opening ceremony at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday at the at the Legion Monument. The Poppy Girls will be presenting the wreaths. The national […]
Watertown Parks and Recreation
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) Get ready for an exciting series of stories showcasing the unique offerings of Watertown’s Park and Recreation Department! From hidden gems in our area to innovative recreational programs, discover all the City of Watertown has to offer! The first story will launch this Monday June 3rd! Stay tuned!
A number of construction projects on tap for Watertown on Thursday
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – A number of construction projects are in store for area motorists in the City of Watertown on Thursday. Work projects on Washington Street and Keyes Avenue will be the two main projects for local residents to deal with today. City officials anticipate being able to reopen this street segment by Thursday […]
General Brown Days coming this weekend
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – General Brown Weekend is coming at the end of the week with a number of activities. The festivities start on Friday with village-wide yard sales in Dexter, Glen Park and Brownville. There will also be rides from Ontario Amusements, food, parties and other events. Saturday night will have one of the […]
City of Watertown to only open two of its pools this summer
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The City of Watertown will only open two of its three public pools this coming summer. The Watertown City Council voted, 3-2, in favor of closing the Alteri Pool by the Watertown Fairgrounds for the 2024 summer season. Mayor Sarah Compo-Pierece, Council members Ben Shoen and Robert Kimball voted in favor of […]
Leonid & Friends to take the stage in Watertown
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - A popular cover band with millions of views on social media takes the stage in Watertown Wednesday night. Russian band Leonid and Friends is bringing its groove to the Watertown Municipal Arena for the first time as part of the DPAO concert series. Manager Roman...
Clay and Winslow Streets in Watertown to have water service interrupted
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Residents on two Watertown streets might be without water for a time on Wednesday. In a press release from the city water department, both Clay Street and Winslow Street will be dealing with service interruptions. This is due to the City of Watertown’s Water Distribution Department isolating the water main serving […]
10th Mountain Division Commander reflects on years of historic leadership
FORT DRUM, N.Y. (WWTI) — Fort Drum is saying goodbye to its senior leadership. On May 31, the 10th Mountain Division will host its Change of Command ceremony for its commanding general. Major General Gregory Anderson will relinquish command to Major General Scott Naumann. The day before the ceremony, MG Anderson reflected on his time […]
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