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Unionized workers voted Friday to authorize strikes against both Alcoa and Arconic, the two aluminum companies which employ hundreds of people in Massena.
Report: New Hockey Coach To Be Named At SLU
After a nearly two month search, it appears the St. Lawrence Men's Hockey Team has a new head coach, and they didn't have to look any further than 10 miles up the road.
Something Old Becomes New at Ogdensburg City Wide Garage Sale
More than 50 garage sales in Ogdensburg on Saturday as part of the City Wide Garage Sale that happens every Memorial Day weekend.
Garden Club Sells Plants Grown in North Country Gardens
Hundreds of plants were grown and sold by the Jefferson County Garden Club. They were part of the club's annual plant sale held at Stone Presbyterian Church in Watertown Saturday morning.
Thompson Park Splash Pad Opens for Season
A sure sign summer is on the way. The splash pad in Watertown's Thompson Park opens this weekend. The splash pad debuted in the park last summer. It features equipment for older and younger kids and is handicap accessible. Hours of operation this year are weekends and holidays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and weekdays from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., depending on the weather. More>>
Friday Sports: Baseball Playoffs Underway In Sections 3 And 10
Playoff baseball and golf sectionals were among the items on the local sports menu Friday night.. In the Section 3 Class A Baseball Playoffs from Carthage, the Comets hosted Fulton.
Reaction mixed over ruling on farm workers & unions
It's a case that started in Lewis County and now a state court says New York farm workers have the right to unionize.
The story behind this billboard
A Watertown area businessman is making it clear who he doesn't want as the city's next mayor. All you have to do is drive down the street.
Blast From The Past: 1987 downtown Watertown
This week on Blast From The Past, we go back to June of 1987 to downtown Watertown as the mall moved in.
Serial Bank Robber, Living In West Carthage, Arrested Again
A serial bank robber, living in West Carthage, was arrested Friday and charged with robbing a bank two weeks ago in Oneida County.
Fire at county highway department destroys trucks
Courtesy: Joanie Baker-ParksFire destroyed two trucks and heavily damaged a third at the Jefferson County Highway Department garage in Glen Park.
Inmate accused of assaulting correctional officer
An inmate at the St. Lawrence County Jail faces a felony assault charge for allegedly striking a correctional officer and sending him to the hospital.
Community mourns passing of Storm Wood
A Watertown man, who passed away Wednesday from muscular dystrophy, is being remembered as someone who brought a lot of joy to the community.
Watertown finds money to keep playground programs
Watertown has found $10,000 to continue summer playground programs at the Academy and Portage street locations.
Person Of Interest In Bank Robbery Apprehended In West Carthage
Oneida County's sheriff confirms that a person of interest in a bank robbery earlier this month was picked up in the north country Friday morning.
New Firefighter Grads Join Watertown City FD
Four new firefighters graduated Thursday at the Watertown City Fire Department's Emma Flower Taylor Fire Station.
Oswego Official Admits To Sewage Discharge
A former Oswego city official has admitted he allowed raw sewage to be dumped into Lake Ontario.
7 News Special Report: 'Secrets of the Last Survivor' Part 2
It is the last survivor of a row of downtown Watertown buildings once known as the Iron Block. Nearly 170 years old, it is full of downtown history. Watch part 2 of 7 News anchor John Moore's special report 'Secrets of the Last Survivor.'
PA Man Accused Of Picking Up Border-Crossers In St. Lawrence County
A Philadelphia, Pennsylvania man was charged in a federal court in Syracuse with transporting two people who were in the United States illegally.
Highlights & Scores: Lacrosse & Golf Sectional Play
Girls' postseason lacrosse and Section 10 golf took the local sports spotlight on a rainy Thursday.
Raymondville Man Indicted On Attempted Murder, Assault Charges
A St. Lawrence County grand jury has indicted a 52 year old Raymondville man for allegedly trying to murder two people.
Tentative 3-Year Deal Reached Between Watertown Wolves And City
It looks like the Watertown Wolves will be staying put.
Court: NY Farm Workers Can Organize
ALBANY - A mid-level appeals court has declared that farmworkers have the same right to unionize as all other workers in New York state.
No More Layoffs At Empire State Mine, Officials Say
After laying off half its workforce in February and warning most of the rest they could be laid off, officials at Empire State Mine now say they won't need a second round of layoffs.
Business, tourism officials won't let high water dampen weekend
As we head into Memorial Day weekend, there's an unwelcome guest - high waters on the lake and river. Tourism officials and business owners don't intend to let the high waters dampen business.
Fort Drum observes Memorial Day, salutes fallen soldiers
Ahead of Memorial Day, a ceremony was held on Fort Drum to reflect on fallen military members who paid the ultimate sacrifice in defending our freedom and democracy.
Group might be calling you for community health survey
Your phone could soon ring and your answers could help local healthcare.
Samaritan CFO to retire after 38 years with hospital
Samaritan sign CaptionSamaritan Medical Center's chief financial officer is retiring after 38 years with the hospital.
BOCES students create trail to blue heron rookery
BOCES students are on a mission, making it possible for people to get to a blue heron rookery.
Saving a squirrel
Jeff Garnsey of Clayton sent us a video introducing us to Tyrian, a squirrel that was 3 weeks old when it came to Garnsey's animal rescue farm.
Sex Offender Accused Of Failing To Register Address Change
A convicted sex offender is accused of failing to register two internet accounts.
Officials: Pentagon To Propose Sending More Troops To Middle East
The Pentagon on Thursday will present plans to the White House to send up to 10,000 more troops to the Middle East, in a move to beef up defenses against potential Iranian threats, U.S. officials said Wednesday.
Highlights & Scores: 250th Win As Lady Spartans Take Championship
Coach Steve Randall got his 250th career win Wednesday as his South Jefferson Lady Spartans defeated General Brown for the Frontier League softball B Division championship.
Police, school officials worry about drug-infused candy in Massena
A recent drug seizure by Massena police marked a significant first and not in a good way.
Family Recounts Role In River Rescue
Earlier this week, we told you about firefighters who pulled a woman from the Black River in the town of LeRay. 7 News anchor Jeff Cole met the family who was in the right place at the right time to help make the river rescue.
7 News Special Report: 'Secrets of the Last Survivor'
Downtown Watertown has nearly 220 years of history. We go deep inside a building that has stood for all but 50 of those years as part of what was known as the Iron Block. See part 1 of 7 News anchor John Moore's special report "Secrets of the Last Survivor" Wednesday at 5 p.m.
Wolves Owner Threatens To Pull Hockey Team Out Of Watertown
The owner of the Watertown Wolves wants a deal with the city by Thursday at 5 p.m. or he says he'll pull the team.
Survey Highlights Military Housing Problems
Almost half of the people living in military housing on Fort Drum reported maintenance and repair issues in a survey released Wednesday.
Watertown Farm & Craft Market Opens For Season
The Watertown Farm and Craft Market kicked off a new season Wednesday.
Fort Drum Observes Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Fort Drum is celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander achievement.
Highlights & Scores: Baseball, Softball & Lacrosse Postseason
D Division titles were on the line in Frontier League baseball and softball Tuesday.
Krone To Be Inducted In National Hall Of Fame
7 News sportscaster Rob Krone is being inducted into a national hall of fame for his intensive coverage of local semipro football.
School Budgets Pass Across North Country
Voters approved school budgets across the north country Tuesday evening.
Drug Infused Candy Seized Near Massena Schools
It happened a few hundred feet away from Massena schools - a bust that ended with the seizure of drug infused candy and the arrests of four people.
State of Emergency Declared For St. Lawrence County
St. Lawrence County has declared a state of emergency, because of rising waters along the St. Lawrence River.
Henderson Harbor Struggles With Flooding
A marina is a business on the water. It's not supposed to be in the water. However, inches of water floods the floor there. It's what high water levels on Lake Ontario are doing to Henderson Harbor.
Ogdensburg Developer Sees Property Assessment Soar By $705K
An Ogdensburg developer has been hit with a big tax hike. He says it sets a poor example for other developers wanting to make Ogdensburg better.
Canton School Threat Draws Extra Police
A threat made by one student to another prompted extra police at Canton Central School Tuesday morning.
Steelworkers To Take Strike Authorization Vote
With contract talks seemingly stalled, Steelworkers Union 420-A - whose members work at the Alcoa and Arconic plants in Massena - will take a strike authorization vote Friday.
Spring Story: Cold & Wet
Two words describe spring so far in northern New York - cold and wet. The weather is delaying farmers and golfers.
Dressbarn Closing All Stores, Including Watertown
Dressbarn, the women's clothing chain that has been around for nearly 60 years, is closing all 650 of its stores, including the one in Watertown.
BOCES Students Fill Sandbags As Flooding Worsens
It was all hands on deck to fill sandbags at Jefferson-Lewis BOCES in Watertown.
2 New Banks Opening In Croghan This Week
After its only bank announced it would close, a village with a population of just more than 600 people now has 2 banks opening this week.
North Country Jobless Rates Drop, But Still Among Highest In NY
unemployment49 CaptionLewis County had the second highest rate of unemployment in the state last month.
Just Face It: Dairy Princess Crowned
This week on Just Face It, there's a new dairy princess in Jefferson County.
Volunteers Struggle To Stay Ahead Of Rising Waters
Volunteers in the town of Lyme were hard at work Monday deploying sandbags as fast as they could. kind of pick a few nights a week to do the projects," J...
Highlights & Scores: OFA's Baldwin Pitches Perfect Game
OFA handed Massena its first baseball loss of the season by defeating the Red Raiders 6-0 for first place in the Northern Athletic Conference Central Division.
Croghan Girl Dies Following Farming Accident
A 13 year old Croghan girl died from injuries she suffered in a farming accident.
Father & Son Team Joins Firefighters In Rescuing Woman From River
A woman, rescued from the Black River over the weekend, was saved with the help of firefighters and a father and son team who saw her caught up in the swift current.
Governor Declares State Of Emergency For Counties Affected By Lake Ontario Flooding
Governor Cuomo has declared a state of emergency for the eight counties affected by potential Lake Ontario flooding.
South Jefferson Lanes Closing Saturday
A longtime business in the town of Adams is closing for good.
Strong Wind Causes Flood Waters To Surge
There's a lake shore flood warning in Jefferson County, creating the potential for strong winds to push more water into places like Chaumont, where levels are already high.
Trial Set For Veterinarian Accused Of Forcible Touching
A trial date has been set for a veterinarian accused of forcibly touching a young woman.
Massena Memorial Hospital Loses $2.7M So Far This Year
Massena Memorial Hospital continues to hemorrhage money, with losses so far this year of $2.7 million.
Fireworks Get Green Light For Mount Carmel Feast
A longtime tradition for Watertown's Mount Carmel Feast is given the green light.
Rundown Potsdam Landmark To Get Facelift
A dilapidated Potsdam landmark will get a makeover. Work could start by year-end on Old Snell Hall.
Canton Man Accused Of Choking & Head-Butting Victim
A Saturday night domestic fight led to the arrest of a Canton man.
Cape Vincent Seeks $10M State Grant
Cape Vincent is throwing its hat into the ring for a chance at $10 million to transform its downtown.
Library Closed By Water Main Break
The Bush Library on Whitacre Road in Martinsburg is closed Monday night because of a water main break.
Your Turn: Feedback On Tariffs, Buggies & Walk Audit
From soybeans to furniture, U.S. imposed tariffs on China are impacting local businesses. We asked for your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.
Lake Shore Flood Warning This Afternoon & Overnight
Gusty winds and very high lake levels could make things worse for owners of property along Lake Ontario.
River Board Increases Water Flows Downriver
Water being released through Moses-Saunders Dam, MassenaWith Ottawa River flows forecast to decrease, the board that controls water levels is increasing the outflow from Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River.
Lewis County Man Pleads Guilty To Rape & Incest
A 45 year old town of Martinsburg man has pleaded guilty to charges of rape and incest.
Downed Tree Knocks Out Power For Hundreds In Watertown
Power outages10 CaptionAbout 300 customers on Watertown's north side were without power overnight after high winds knocked a tree down.
2 Allegedly Found With Meth Materials In Vehicle
Two people from Croghan were charged with meth-making following a traffic stop Friday in New Bremen.
Canton Man Accused In Domestic Assault
St Lawrence County sheriff handcuffs arrest CaptionA Canton man is accused of assaulting two people in his home with children present.
Gouverneur Man Accused Of Strangulation & Sexual Abuse
A Gouverneur man is accused of strangulation and sexual abuse following a domestic incident.
Sunday Sports: Frontier League Softball Matchup Determines Playoff Ranking
Sunday was the final day of the regular season in Frontier League Softball and there was a big matchup in Chaumont as the Lyme Lady Indians hosted the Belleville Henderson Lady Panthers.
Commencement at St. Lawrence University Sunday
College graduations wrapped up this weekend with Sunday's at St. Lawrence University. The commencement was held in the morning in the Newell Field House.
52 Years Later, Watertown Man's 1967 GTO As Good As New
Jerry Spaziani, of Watertown was 18 years old when bought his 1967 Pontiac GTO brand new, with a list price of $3,000.
Lyme Basketball Teams Help Spruce Up Neighborhood
Student athletes from Lyme Central trading the basketball court for the backyard as they spent Sunday giving back to those who support them all season long.
Watertown Church Promotes Biker Safety By Blessing Motorcycles
People were getting their bikes blessed before heading out on the road. It's the start of motorcycle season, and the Life Church of the Nazarene in Watertown hosted an annual blessing of the bikes.
$10M Campaign Underway for Renovations at JRC
A non-profit that helps people with disabilities is planning to make major upgrades.
Raising Money & Support at Gouverneur Breast Cancer Walk
A sea of pink filled the streets of Gouverneur Saturday for the 18th annual Gouverneur Breast Cancer Fund Walk.
Saturday Sports: 4 Frontier League Lacrosse Teams Fighting In Quarterfinals
The Boys' Section 3 Lacrosse Quarterfinals took place Saturday with four Frontier League teams looking to advance to the Semifinals on Tuesday night.
State Police: Over 200 Lbs Pot Found, Two from Massena Charged
Two people from Massena were arrested after State Police say they found more than 200 pounds of marijuana in their vehicle.
Degrees Awarded at SUNY Potsdam Commencement Saturday
Saturday was graduation day at SUNY Potsdam as nearly 900 students were recognized for finishing their degree programs at the university.
Getting "Tastes Of The North Country" In Ogdensburg
Getting a sample of what the north country has to offer. About 30 vendors took part in this year's "Tastes of the North Country" in Ogdensburg.
Celebrating Armed Forces Day in Watertown
Parading through downtown Watertown in honor of Armed Forces Day Saturday morning.
JCC Grads Reflect on Path to Graduation
Caps, gowns, and diplomas. Friday was a night of excitement for hundreds of Jefferson Community College graduates.
Friday Sports: General Brown Girls' Lacrosse Looks To Advance In Playoffs
The Girls' Section 3 Class C first round battle was Friday night in Dexter as the Lady Lions entertained V.V.S.
High Water Doesn't Stop Boaters, Tourists In Clayton
In Clayton, business is ramping up for the summer and boats are being put in the water - even as the water rises.
Man Allegedly Kicked 2 Law Enforcement Officials In Lewis County
A 50 year old Carthage man is accused of kicking two law enforcement officials in Lewis County.
Students Get Sneak Peek At New School
Next school year will bring a lesson in change to elementary students in the General Brown School District. Those kids got a sneak peek Friday.
St. Lawrence River Flooding Halts Repairs Of 2017 Damage
Major repairs to municipal waterfronts have been stopped cold. High waters are the culprit and no one knows when repairs can start up again.
Mountainfest Performers Announced
We now know who will be performing at Mountainfest's Salute to the Troops Concert this summer.
Blast From The Past: 1992 Farmers Market
This week on Blast From The Past, we go back 27 years when then-reporter John Shatraw took us to a popular annual event which still draws a crowd to this day - the Watertown Farmers Market, which kicks off its 43rd season next week.
Classic Cars, Trucks, Bikes On Display This Weekend
Classic cars take us down memory lane.
State Labor Commissioner Discusses Minimum Wage During Watertown Visit
New York state's rising minimum wage has gotten the part of the blame for the closure of at least one Watertown business.
United Way Names New Leader
An Ohio native has been named as the new leader of the United Way of Northern New York.
Woman Injured When Car Rolls On Top Of Her
A woman was injured when a car rolled on top of her in Canton Thursday evening.
Standoff Ends Between Canada And U.S. Over Metals Tariffs
President Donald Trump has announced a deal with Canada and Mexico that would scrap "major tariffs," ending a simmering trade dispute that began when the president imposed tariffs on imported steel and aluminum in the name of national security.
Robbery Suspect Allegedly Assaulted Owner, Stole $2K In Cash
The man accused of robbing a St. Lawrence County business Thursday allegedly struck the owner before grabbing cash and fleeing in a waiting vehicle.
North Country's 5 State Prisons Will Stay Open
The state prisons in the north country are staying open, while two others are targeted for closure
Highlights & Scores: Baseball, Softball & Sectional Lacrosse
Sectional play got underway on the lacrosse field Thursday.
Jefferson County Declares State Of Emergency Due To Flooding
Jefferson County has declared a state of emergency due to flooding on Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River.
River Residents 'Helpless' As St. Lawrence Floods
We've seen communities piling sandbags to fend off the high water along Lake Ontario, but we go to a section of the St. Lawrence River where residents aren't preparing for a flood - they are already dealing with it.
Deal Over Reflective Markings On Amish Buggies Falls Apart
County legislators want better night-time markings on Amish buggies. An agreement was almost reached before being called off.
Where To Get Your Sandbags
As north country communities fend off rising waters, local leaders want to make sure folks know where to go when they're looking for sandbags.
Grand Jury Indicts Massena Man On Rape Charges
A St. Lawrence County grand jury has indicted a 22 year old Massena man on multiple counts of rape and other charges.
Massena Businesses Show Support As Alcoa, Arconic Contract Talks Stall
Union contract talks with Alcoa and Arconic have broken off, but there are plans to restart negotiations at a later date.
2 Accused Of Robbing Canton Business
Two people have been arrested for allegedly robbing a business in St. Lawrence County.
Celebrating Safely This Prom & Graduation Season
Prom and graduation season is a time of celebration, but that celebration can quickly turn tragic. The Alliance For Better Communities and north country businesses are teaming up to help prevent underage drinking.
Fort Drum Changes Post Access Policy
Fort Drum says it's making it easier to visit and do business on post.
Work Redesigns Intersection At Routes 11 & 26
It's a redesign of an intersection near Fort Drum, aimed at making it easier to get to post with a slip ramp.
As Waters Rise, New Yorker To Join International Joint Commission
A former member of the New York State assembly will lead the International Joint Commission, the group responsible for regulating water levels on Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River.
Allergy Or Cold?
Allergy season is here. But, at the same time, the common cold is still going around and both have similar symptoms.
Dr. VanDeWall Honored For Lifetime Achievement
A mentor at Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown was honored with the hospital's seventh annual Lifetime Achievement Award Thursday night.
7 News Wins Awards For Newscasts, Reporting
7 News was honored Saturday night as "best newscast" during the New York State Associated Press Association's annual awards dinner.
Sports: Frontier League Swimming and Wrestling
The Frontier League crowned champions in both swimming and wrestling Saturday.
Cloudy Friday, Rainy Saturday, Nice For The Rest Of The Weekend
There's a very small chance of rain early Friday, but most of the day should be fairly dry.
Clouding Up & Rainy This Afternoon
We could see thundershowers and gusty winds later in the day.
Sunny & Warm Wednesday, Cloudy and Warm Thursday
Not only do we have a sunny day ahead, but our temperatures will be right about where they should be for this time of year.
Partly Sunny & Cool Today, Sunny & Warm Tomorrow
Westerly winds have died down, so that means lake shore flood warnings will lift Tuesday morning.
Flooding Possible Along Lake Ontario
Sunday's heavy rains are over, but there's still a risk of shoreline flooding.
NWS: Lakeshore Flood Warning for Jefferson County
The National Weather Service has issued a Lakeshore Flood Warning has been issued for Jefferson County starting Monday.
Cool Under Partly Sunny Skies
There was rain overnight and early Friday morning, but most of it has moved off.
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William T. Faust, 77, Formerly of Clayton
William T. Faust, 77, Formerly of Clayton
The calling hours for William T. Faust will be Friday, May 31, 2019, from 9:30 - 10:30 AM at Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., Clayton followed by the funeral service at 11 AM.
The calling hours for William T. Faust will be Friday, May 31, 2019, from 9:30 - 10:30 AM at Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., Clayton followed by the funeral service at 11 AM.
Patrick A. McDonald, 64, of Massena
Patrick A. McDonald, 64, of Massena
MASSENA – Patrick A. McDonald, 64, of 9269 State Highway 56, peacefully passed away Saturday morning, May 25, 2019 in the comfort of his home with his loving family at his side.
MASSENA – Patrick A. McDonald, 64, of 9269 State Highway 56, peacefully passed away Saturday morning, May 25, 2019 in the comfort of his home with his loving family at his side.
Elsie Smith, 80, of Watertown
Elsie Smith, 80, of Watertown
Elsie Smith, 80, of 950 W. Main St., Watertown, passed away May 24, 2019 at her home where she was surrounded by her loving family.
Elsie Smith, 80, of 950 W. Main St., Watertown, passed away May 24, 2019 at her home where she was surrounded by her loving family.
Graveside Services: Irma Jean Clark, 87, of Norfolk
Graveside Services: Irma Jean Clark, 87, of Norfolk
NORFOLK – Graveside services for 87 year old Irma Jean Clark, a resident of 209 Mills Road, Norfolk, will be held on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 1 p.m. in the Bixby Cemetery in Norfolk with Rev. Lee Sweeney presiding.
NORFOLK – Graveside services for 87 year old Irma Jean Clark, a resident of 209 Mills Road, Norfolk, will be held on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 1 p.m. in the Bixby Cemetery in Norfolk with Rev. Lee Sweeney presiding.
Dorothy I. (Dot.) Ramsey, 75, Formerly of Carthage
Dorothy I. (Dot.) Ramsey, 75, Formerly of Carthage
CARTHAGE- Dorothy I. (Dot.) Ramsey, 75, formerly of 222 State Street died, early Saturday morning at the Jefferson County Hospice Home, after a long battle of ongoing health issues.
CARTHAGE- Dorothy I. (Dot.) Ramsey, 75, formerly of 222 State Street died, early Saturday morning at the Jefferson County Hospice Home, after a long battle of ongoing health issues.
Analee Bang, 85, of Chaumont
Analee Bang, 85, of Chaumont
Analee Bang, 85, Chaumont, passed away Tuesday, May 21st, 2019.
Analee Bang, 85, Chaumont, passed away Tuesday, May 21st, 2019.
