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What’s next for an old building in Lowville
LOWVILLE, New York (WWNY) - Rehabilitating an old plant in Lowville was first included in the plan to spend $10 million in state funding to revitalize the village’s downtown. But now, there’s a different approach as a different developer takes interest in the mainly empty building owned by the Lowville Food Pantry.
39-year-old Man Charged with Menacing in Lowville
LOWVILLE, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Lowville Police charged a 39-year-old man with one count of Menacing in the 2nd degree after police responded to a physical domestic in the village on Sunday, April 14 in the afternoon. Ryan J. Clement was charged after police responded after he reportedly threatened bodily harm to family members with […]
Rutland Man Charged with Endangering Welfare of a Child
RUTLAND, N.Y. (WWTI) – A 33-year-old Rutland man was charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Forcible Touch- Intimate Parts. Mark W. Snyder was accused of attempting to forcibly touch the intimate parts of a minor on or about March 30, 2024, in the Town of Rutland. On April 16 at approximately 11:30 […]
Lewis County to pay company $93K after settling assessment case
TOWN OF CROGHAN, New York (WWNY) - Properties in Lewis County that belong to a hydro dam company are now assessed for less. The company challenged its assessments in Supreme Court. Erie Boulevard Hydropower owns the parcels in the town of Croghan which run along the Beaver River. Lewis County...
Woman in West Turin charged with Grand Larceny
WEST TURIN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 31-year-old woman in West Turin on Wednesday, April 17 and charged her with Grand Larceny and Possession of a forged instrument. Kayla M. Larkins was arrested following a joint investigation with Lewis County Adult Protective Services. It is alleged that Larkins possessed and […]
Town did not violate regulations when it removed beaver dam, DEC says
CROGHAN, New York (WWNY) - The state Department of Environmental Conservation says the town of Croghan did nothing wrong when it destroyed a beaver dam on Ashcraft Pond. Residents near the pond, which is located off Beartown Road, complained when the dam was taken out, saying it was one of the best features of their rural community.
Samaritan’s February DAISY and BEE Award recipients
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Samaritan Medical Center has announced its February 2024 DAISY and BEE Award recipients. The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® recognizes exemplary nursing staff and the BEE Award honors other outstanding staff members who support patient care, at the hospital and all outpatient clinics, the Award Recipients are as follows: For receiving […]
Lewis County Health System’s 2023 Employee of the Year
LOWVILLE, N.Y. (WWTI) –Lewis County Health System announces the 2023 Employee of the Year as Respiratory Therapist Kristina Boucher. “Kristina exemplifies our culture of integrity, compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence,” stated Gerald R. Cayer, LCHS Chief Executive Officer. “Her compassion and kindness positively impact the lives of patients and her coworkers.” Boucher and the 2023 […]
Encompass Recreation announces Sensory Trails
NORTH COUNTRY, N.Y. (WWTI) – Encompass Recreation and Indian River Lakes Conservancy have announced the grand opening of a joint venture, groundbreaking Sensory Trails. This project looks to revolutionize natural recreational spaces by offering a multisensory experience that caters to all individuals, including those with sensory sensitivities. “We believe that these Sensory Trails will not […]
Rain in the forecast
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) -Low pressure will keep the region cloudy with showers the next few days. Expect rain tonight with lows in the 40′s. Showers are likely tomorrow and Friday. Highs will be in the middle 50′s to near 60. There is the risk of showers Saturday....
Boonville man accused of attack on father
BOONVILLE — A 28-year-old man is accused of severely beating his father at their Boonville home late Wednesday night, sending him to the hospital with multiple injuries, according to the Oneida County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff's deputies said Justin Moran, of Boonville, attacked his 51-year-old father at their residence at...
April 17: Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New York
At Applebee’s Watertown location they will hold a Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New York on Today, Wednesday, April 17 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Applebee’s1283 Arsenal StreetWatertown, NY 13601 Everyone is invited to come out and join local Special Olympics New York athletes and law enforcement for a fundraiser to benefit […]
Warrant, FireHouse concert in Watertown still on after rock singer’s death
Warrant and FireHouse are still set to perform at the Watertown Fairgrounds Arena on May 11, despite the recent death of FireHouse singer C.J. Snare. The rock concert is the 26th show presented by the Disabled Persons Action Organization (DPAO) in Watertown. Snare, the voice of ‘90s power ballads like...
‘Unsung heroes’: Carthage honors military children
CARTHAGE, N.Y. (WWTI) — “I’m a military child,” and “I’m a military kid.” These were phrases that were proudly said in the Carthage High School auditorium on April 17. “I’ve witnessed firsthand the values of service, sacrifice and patriotism by watching my dad,” Carthage Senior Alexandria VanMeter expressed. “I learned the importance of bravery when […]
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