Marine Corporal Aaron Howell of Parishville was seriously injured in a mortar explosion in Afghanistan:

I am so very proud of Aaron along with all the other men and women that serve this country. He is a true American Hero.

Jessica Wargo


My son is a Marine as well. As a part of the Marine family I want you to know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Robin Hulbert


Aaron,  I am so sorry to learn of your injuries.  Please know I am proud of you for giving your all for America.

Karen Houghton
 

The owners of Café Mira are vowing to open the popular Adams restaurant which was heavily damaged by fire:

I was married at Cafe Mira...Lori and Lisa are amazing women and made our special day one I'll never forget! Their food and service is awesome and my thoughts and prayers are with them! I hope they open soon.

Janine Jenkins


Lisa and Lori, I know first hand how hard it is to start over. However, with friends and family and the community you can do anything.

Victoria Roth


The Jefferson County Sheriff's Department is recruiting volunteers to help enforce handicapped parking laws:

Great idea! I am not handicapped, but it makes me mad when I see someone park in a restricted space.

Henry Carmody

Terry LaValley is now the new bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Ogdensburg:

I am so proud because he is one of "ours"! He has done and will continue to do a great job for the diocese.

Marlene Watson

Parts of the north country got socked with snow last week:
 

After living most of my life in the north country and seeing so much snow into spring, I now know it was a good idea to move to North Carolina.

Steven Hughto


We need the moisture for sure; but in the form of snow? Bah Humbug!

Colleen Grooms