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North Country motorcyclist airlifted to Syracuse hospital after crash, troopers say
Adams, N.Y. — A North Country motorcyclist was airlifted to a Syracuse hospital after a crash on Thursday, troopers said. The crash happened between a motorcycle and vehicle at 4:45 p.m. on US Route 11 in Adams, said Trooper Jennifer Jiron, a spokesperson for the State Police. What type of vehicle was involved was not released.
BBQ fundraises money for the Northern New York K-9 unit
Calcium, New York (WWNY) - Saturday morning, the Northern New York K-9 unit held a chicken barbecue to fundraise money for new equipment. The barbecue was held at the Calcium Fire Department and ended around 1:30 p.m. Saturday afternoon. Proceeds are going to new equipment for the dogs, with a...
May 10-11: Fast Track to Farming
Registration Ends Thursday, May 9. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County hosts Fast Track to Farming on Friday, May 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County203 N. Hamilton St.Watertown, NY Interested in farming but not sure where to start? Want […]
May 12: Mother’s Day breakfast
Philadelphia American Legion Post 789 will hold a Mother’s Day breakfast on Sunday, May 12, from 8 a.m. to noon. Philadelphia American Legion Post 78958 Main St.Philadelphia, NY The breakfast will be all you can eat at $12 for an adult person, $6 for children and $6 for Mothers.
Summer-like temperatures by afternoon
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - We’ll be in the 70s by this afternoon. It will be partly sunny, and highs will reach the mid-70s. There’s a 30% chance of rain heading into the evening. Overnight lows will be in the mid-50s. Rain showers move in early Saturday morning...
Fire destroys Adams home
ADAMS, New York (WWNY) - An Adams home is considered a total loss after an early morning fire in the village Saturday. The 2AM call was to 9 West Church Street. Crews quickly arrived with flames and smoke showing. According to departments on scene, it appears the fire began at the back of the house and worked its way up to the roof.
Prom 2024: See 74 photos from Sandy Creek Central School junior senior prom
Students of Sandy Creek Central School celebrated at their prom Saturday, May 4, 2024. The event was held at The Gathering Barn at Old McDonald’s Farm in Sackets Harbor. Our photographer captured the excitement, fun and amazing gowns, suits, and accessories. We hope you enjoy the photos taken at the event, taken by contributing photographer Joanna Young.
Saturday Sports: Booster club softball tournament takes place at Watertown Fairgrounds
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The Watertown Cyclones Annual Booster Club Varsity Softball Tournament took place at the Alex T. Duffy Fairgrounds on Saturday. One of the opening contests pitted the host Cyclones against Harrisville. The game was scoreless in the bottom of the 1st when Montanna Evans hits a...
Claxton-Hepburn awarded $5M grant to expand children’s mental health services
OGDENSBURG, N.Y. (WWTI) – North Star Health Alliance, for Mental Health Awareness Month, announces a significant milestone in the provision of mental health care for children and adolescents in the North Country, according to a press release. Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center, a member of NSHA, has been awarded a $5 million dollar grant by the New […]
May 14: Hospice Drive-Thru Chicken BBQ
The Hospice of Jefferson County is holding a drive-thru Chicken BBQ on Tuesday, May 14 starting at 3:30 p.m. The Hospice of Jefferson County1398 Gotham St.Watertown, NY, 13601 Dinners will cost $12 each and will iclude: 1/2 BBQ Chicken, Macaroni Salad, Baked Beans, Roll and a Cookie. They are now accepting pre-orders you can call […]
3 injured in crash between car and motorcycle in Adams Center
ADAMS CENTER, New York (WWNY) - Two people who were riding on a motorcycle were flown to Syracuse with serious injuries after colliding with a car on Thursday afternoon. The crash happened on U.S. Route 11 in the town of Adams around 4:45 p.m. According to troopers on the scene,...
Accused machete attacker indicted by grand jury
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The 18-year-old Watertown man who allegedly attacked a man and a woman with a machete in March was indicted Wednesday by a Jefferson County grand jury on a variety of charges. The grand jury charged Shayquan Bullocks with assault, 1st degree; assault, 2nd degree; and...
Bruce Leonard, who beat one of his sons to death to be released from prison
Northern NY college sports scoreboard: Monday, May 6, 2024
The closing of the spring semester is almost upon us and that means plenty of colleges are ready for post-season action. Let’s take a look at the local college scoreboard from the weekend. College men’s lacrosse SUNY Geneseo 20, SUNY Potsdam 10 (SUNYAC tournament final, Saturday) RPI 7, St. Lawrence 6 (Liberty League tournament semifinal, […]
A family of heart warriors at the North Country Heart Walk
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - At the 30th North Country Heart Walk you could find this trio, the Gardner family. 6-year-old Leo and his mom Kayla are both survivors. “I’m proud to be a heart warrior,” said Leo Gardner. But Leo says he knows he’s not just walking...
Showers in the forecast
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) -A cold front will produce some showers late tonight. Expect lows in the 50′s. Showers will end by noon tomorrow. Highs will be near 70. Rain is likely Sunday. It will be cooler with highs near 60. Monday and Tuesday will be mainly sunny and...
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