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Lewis County launches Pack the Pantry warm the valley

LEWIS COUNTY, N.Y. (WWTI) – The holiday season has officially kicked off with the launch of the #PackThePantryWarmTheValley initiative. Organized by the Kiwanis Club of Lewis County and OSG Troop 315 “The Black River Valley,” the annual community drive aims to secure food, winter clothing, and essential items for neighbors in need.

Lewis County, NY · 4d
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Planned Parenthood to hold virtual hearing on Lowville closure

Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York is scheduled to hold an all-virtual public hearing on November 16 to discuss the proposed closure of its Lowville Health Center.

Lowville, NY · 4d

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Portion of Watertown Public Square to be closed Monday

WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Mind your commute Monday, a portion of Watertown’s Public Square will be closed. The north side of Public Square will be two lanes near the Woodruff Professional Building. Also closed Monday, the turn lane to Franklin Street. Watertown’s Water Department says they’re replacing a...

Watertown, NY · 5d
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Chaumont voters reject proposal to dissolve village

A proposition dissolving the village was apparently defeated on Election Night last Tuesday.

Chaumont, NY · 4d

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Stewart’s Shops in Town of Watertown to move forward

TOWN OF WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The Town of Watertown Town Board passed a resolution Thursday night to move forward with a Stewart’s Shops project on Route 3. The shop will be built on Route 3 across from Target. The project has been stalled as those involved figured...

Watertown, NY · 7d

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North Country at Work: From farm stands to factories, strengthening agriculture in Jefferson County

Nov 06, 2026 — Ana Williams-BergenNorth Country at Work: From farm stands to factories, strengthening agriculture in Jefferson County. Let’s say you run a cheese factory, and you’re looking to expand your operation. If you’re in Jefferson County, you pick up the phone and call Jay Matteson.

Jefferson County, NY · 7d

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Critical Mission: Continuing the Fort Drum - North Country relationship

Typically, when the U.S. Army assigns a new commanding general to Fort Drum and the 10th Mountain Division, that general has some previous experience at Drum. However, the division’s newest commander doesn’t have that advantage. He's promising to ensure it not only stays the same, but to work on ways to see it grow.

Fort Drum, NY · 7d

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What's Going Around: Local Illness Update

Carrie Lazarus reports on the common illnesses circulating in Central New York communities like Camillus, Syracuse, Liverpool, and Pulaski. Learn about prevalent conditions such as croup, flu, COVID, strep throat, and colds affecting residents.

Syracuse, NY · 11d

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New York reports first measles death in 30 years as outbreak claims a child's life

"As a mother and grandmother, I cannot imagine what this family is going through."

Lewis County, NY · 7d

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Jefferson County food drive HAPPENING NOW

The Jefferson County Community Food Drive is scheduled to hold a major collection event this Saturday, November 7, to address rising food insecurity and supply shortages at local pantries.

Jefferson County, NY · 6d

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Jefferson County DSS to host second annual food drive Saturday

WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The Jefferson County Department of Social Services is hosting its second annual food drive Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the DSS parking lot. The drive accepts food donations, as well as toiletries and pet food. DSS encourages donations of seasonal foods such as cranberry sauce, potatoes, and stuffing.

Jefferson County, NY · 7d

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Two new measles cases in Cayuga County confirmed

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Two additional measles cases have been confirmed in Cayuga County. This marks the fourth and fifth cases of measles identified in the county, according to the Cayuga County Health Department. The department previously confirmed three cases on Sept. 8, Oct. 16 and Oct. 19 not including several other cases recently reported […]

Cayuga County, NY · 8d

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Children can get MMR vaccine at 6 months under state emergency declaration

WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Under the state’s emergency declaration over a growing number of measles cases, some children can get the measles vaccine earlier than usual, Jefferson County Public Health officials said. What the declaration allows. The declaration allows some children to get the MMR vaccine before they...

Jefferson County, NY · 7d

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New York just recorded something it hadn’t seen since the 1990s

A child in Lewis County, a rural area in northern New York, died after catching the disease, state officials announced Monday, The Jerusalem Post reported. State health officials asked people to respect the family's privacy. Health officials also did not say whether the child had been vaccinated, public radio station...

Lewis County, NY · 10d

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NY-24: Tenney declares victory over Ellman

(WWNY) - Republican incumbent Claudia Tenney declared victory over Democratic challenger Alissa Ellman. The 24th District represents part of Jefferson County, including Watertown. The Associated Press called the race in Tenney’s favor. “I am deeply grateful to the people of New York’s 24th District for once again placing their...

Jefferson County, NY · 9d

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Measles disaster emergency extended through December

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Warming center opens in Lewis County

LOWVILLE, New York (WWNY) - A warming center in the basement of New Beginnings Church in Lowville opened Nov. 1 and will stay open through April 30. It is the only warming center in Lewis County and provides warmth during the winter to people without homes. “We want people to...

Lewis County, NY · 8d

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North Country’s voter turnout was historic for mid-term election

LOWVILLE, New York (WWNY) - Election officials in the tri-county region reported voter turnout from Tuesday’s midterm election, with one county beating its turnout from the last presidential election. Lewis County turnout. Traditionally, presidential elections see the highest voter turnout. However, Lewis County reported more ballots were cast Tuesday...

Lewis County, NY · 9d

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Hochul extends measles emergency via executive order

Governor Kathy Hochul extended New York's statewide measles disaster emergency declaration through December 4 following the first measles-related death in over 30 years.

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Chaumont voters reject plan to dissolve village

CHAUMONT, New York (WWNY) - Chaumont will remain a village after Tuesday’s election. Voters rejected a plan to dissolve it into the town of Lyme, 134 to 75. The push started after village officials ended services like free garbage and recycling pickup to keep taxes lower. A petition to dissolve collected more than 100 signatures.

Chaumont, NY · 8d