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Raccoon found in Carthage Reported to Have Rabies
JEFFERSON COUNTY, N.Y. (WWTI) – The New York State Department of Health Wadsworth laboratory reported to the Jefferson County Public Health Service that a raccoon has tested positive for rabies. The raccoon was in Carthage and was submitted by the United States Department of Agriculture for testing. There are no known human exposures; however, one […]
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.
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...
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...
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.
Roberto Clemente Foundation helps Trooper Joel Davis memorial tourney
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The memorial youth baseball tournament named after the late Trooper Joel Davis has become a fixture in the north country in August. Now a foundation named after a famous ballplayer is getting involved to help out. The Trooper Joel Davis Memorial Youth Baseball Tournament has...
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...
Watertown lawmakers approve grant application for Factory Street project
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Watertown’s city council unanimously approved applying for a $5 million Restore New York grant to create new affordable housing. Rochester developer Greenleaf Community Builders has asked the city to submit the grant application that would finance 72 apartments on Factory Street. The total restoration...
Your Turn: feedback on Red Lobster closure & bear in Watertown
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - We received hundreds of comments on Red Lobster abruptly closing its Watertown restaurant. Employees didn’t find out until they showed up for work:. It’s shameful to close with no warning. Carol Krauss Marvel. They want 2 weeks’ notice from employees. The same respect...
Hot the next few days
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) -Temperatures will be above average before a cold front cools things off for the weekend. Clouds will increase tonight and lows will be in the 60′s. Tomorrow will be partly to mostly sunny with the chance for a thunderstorm. Highs will be in the 80′s....
What happened overnight? Police blotter report for Friday, May 24
Need a local attorney? NNYLawyers.com JeffersonScanner.com. Zian R. Collins, 28, of 132 William St., Apt. B, Watertown, was charged by Watertown police at 3:58 p.m. Thursday, May 23, at 132 William St. with second-degree reckless endangerment, a misdemeanor, endangering the welfare of a child, a misdemeanor, and second-degree harassment. Collins is accused of spitting in the face of a 28-year-old woman while a 4-year girl was in close proximity during a domestic incident at about 1:54 p.m. May 11 at 914 Remington St., according to court documents. He also allegedly accelerate a vehicle while the woman was accessing the rear passenger side of the vehicle in an attempt to get her 4-year-old child out of the back seat and ran over the woman’s left foot during the same incident, police said. Collins was held for arraignment in CAP 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...
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.
Water main breaks on Watertown’s Franklin Street
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - A water main break on Franklin Street in Watertown is affecting several areas in the city. According to an emergency news release from the city, the Water Distribution Department is working to make repairs. Officials say crews have isolated the break. The 16-inch water main,...
NY weather update: Severe thunderstorm watch issued for New York Wednesday evening
On Wednesday at 5:02 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 8 p.m. for Cayuga, Jefferson, Lewis and Oswego counties. Staying safe as lightning approaches: Expert advice. Each year, lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times, with the majority of these...
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