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Get ready for YMCA's Healthy Kids Day
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The Watertown YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day is coming up soon. Youth development coordinator Samantha Hamilton says this year’s event has a carnival theme. Watch the video for her interview on 7 News This Morning. The event is Saturday, June 8, at the Watertown...
Six Local BOCES students win at NYS SkillsUSA and move on to Nationals
WATERTOWN N.Y. (WWTI) – BOCES Career and Technical Education students tested their skills and knowledge against fellow students from across New York by participating in the 2024 NYS SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Championship at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse April 24 to 26. A total of 12 students won gold, silver and bronze […]
North country sees record high temperature
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The temperature on Tuesday hit a record high in the north country. It was 85 degrees at the Watertown International Airport. The old record for May 21 was set in 2022 when the temperature was 83 degrees. The National Weather Service says the normal high...
May 27: Dexter American Legion chicken BBQ
The Dexter American Legion will host a Memorial Day chicken barbecue on Monday, May 27 at their location on 105 East Bronson Street in Dexter. The meal will run from noon until all are served and costs $14. Complete meals of chicken, baked beans and salt potatoes will be served only. Proceeds will benefit the […]
Working outdoors in record heat
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - It was a record-breaking day for heat in the Watertown area. The temperature at the airport climbed to 91 degrees, taking out the 1955 record of 86 degrees. It was a hot day made even hotter for crews outside working on the blacktop. The guys...
16-year-old boy dies following after-prom event at home in Jefferson County
Evans Mills, N.Y. — State police are investigating the death of a 16-year-old boy who died at a hospital after police found him unconscious at an Evans Mills home, troopers said. Jordan P. Drake, of Theresa, was found in the driveway of the home around 3:16 a.m. Sunday, Jennifer...
Can-Am driver spotlight: Logan Brown
LAFARGEVILLE, New York (WWNY) - There’s a local driver in the limited sportsman division at Can-Am Speedway in LaFargeville who’s off to a fast start. His talents have been on display so far this season. Logan Brown is off to a fast start at Can-Am. He won the...
LEONID AND FRIENDS
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) LEONID & FRIENDS have blown the minds of legions of fans with their uncanny ability to capture American supergroup Chicago’s spirit, musicality, and fire. Leonid Vorobyev’s goal was a studio project in dedication to the band Chicago under the motto “musicians for musicians”. Their first video went viral, but they really gained traction when “Chicago” published it on their official website.
Live at Career Jam: Eighth graders learn about their future
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Thousands of students visited the Watertown municipal arena on Thursday to get a taste of future career opportunities. 7 News anchor Makenzie Piatt was live on 7 News at Noon from the eighth annual Career Jam. There were students representing more than 20 schools from five counties.
Memorial Day weekend starting with sunshine
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Some places could hit the 70s today. But mostly, it will be sunny with highs in the mid- to upper 60s. And it looks as if we’ll have good conditions this weekend, until around Memorial Day afternoon. Saturday will be partly sunny with a...
Another hot one today
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - It’s feeling a lot like summer. Today will be partly sunny and humid with highs in the mid-80s. There’s only a 30% chance of rain. There’s a 40% chance of rain Wednesday afternoon with a blast of thunderstorms, gusty winds, and heavy downpours possible. Highs will be in the mid-80s.
What happened overnight? Police blotter report for Saturday, May 25
Jaiden L. Kerr, 21, of 208 S. Indiana Ave., Watertown, was charged by Watertown police at 8:53 p.m. Friday, May 24, at the Metro-Jefferson Public Safety Building with third-degree criminal mischief, a felony, and leaving the scene of a property damage accident. Kerr is accused of operating a 2017 Ram pickup truck in a grassy area behind the Gotham Street overlook and spinning the tires causing $600 worth of damage at about 6:30 p.m. April 18 in Thompson Park, according to court documents. Kerr is summoned to appear June 12 in City Court.
NY weather: Weather alert issued for strong thunderstorms in New York early Thursday morning
The National Weather Service issued a report at 2:33 a.m. on Thursday for strong thunderstorms until 4 a.m. for Oswego, Jefferson and Lewis counties. Staying safe as lightning approaches: Expert advice. Lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times each year, with the bulk of these electrical discharges occurring...
Advocates worry popular school foods could again be on the chopping block
Chicken tenders. Dumplings. Jerk chicken thighs. Those are some of the most popular lunch options for public school students, but they disappeared from menus this winter. After the outcry that caused, the Adams administration told NY1 it was going to make things right. “We’re bringing the money to the table...
Former Watertown mayor offers city council budget advice
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - In an unusual move, former Watertown Mayor Jeff Smith took the microphone during what’s called the privilege of the floor at Monday’s city council meeting. He was there to offer budget advice, as the city lawmakers consider a proposed $19.3 percent tax hike....
Breakdown, predictions for Oriskany vs. Lyme in Class D baseball final
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