Keir Chapman

Reporter

WWNY

Keir Chapman is a Southern California native. He graduated with a master’s degree in broadcast and digital journalism from the Newhouse School of Journalism at Syracuse University. He joined the news team in June 2019.

Recent Articles by Keir

Investigation into Peyton Morse’s death leads to Watertown

Federal investigators are expected in Watertown Friday as they look into the death of city firefighter Peyton Morse.

Keir Chapman

Published April 16, 2021 at 11:32 AM

Watertown seeking grant for amphitheater at Thompson Park

Watertown wants a permanent home for concerts and shows in Thompson Park. The city is looking to the Pentagon to help set the stage.

Keir Chapman

Published April 15, 2021 at 3:25 PM

Flag of Israel flying outside Watertown City Hall

It’s Israeli Independence Day, marking the anniversary of when the state of Israel was founded.

Keir Chapman

Published April 15, 2021 at 12:44 PM

Fort Drum cooks make healthy food options for soldiers

The meals are ready when a soldier arrives at a dining facility. But, make no mistake, this isn’t fast food. The cooks on Fort Drum are whipping up new healthy options.

Keir Chapman

Published April 14, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Lawsuit filed against Jefferson County over methadone treatment in jail

While a Watertown man waits to go to jail, his legal team is working to see that he receives methadone in the Jefferson County Jail.

Keir Chapman

Published April 9, 2021 at 4:05 PM

Rally calls attention to alleged sexual assault and harassment complaints

Not happy with how SUNY Potsdam handles alleged sexual harassment and assault complaints from students, a group spoke up with silence Wednesday.

Keir Chapman

Published April 7, 2021 at 2:03 PM

From a distance, it’s hard to spot. But look a little closer and you’ll see something out of place in a Thompson Park tree: a black and white cat.

Keir Chapman

Published April 6, 2021 at 12:30 PM

Gwen’s Food Pantry in LaFargeville is looking for help in finding a new home.

Keir Chapman

Published April 2, 2021 at 3:15 PM

How Lewis County manufacturer shifted gears to make PPE

A Lewis County gun-cleaning kit maker is right on target, helping the community defend itself against COVID-19.

Keir Chapman

Published March 31, 2021 at 4:15 PM

State must begin inoculating prisoners, judge rules

In her ruling, Justice Alison Tuitt said that prisoners have been arbitrarily left out of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, while people in other congregate facilities have been given priority.

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Published March 30, 2021 at 11:35 AM

JCC’s mascot closer to winning SUNY-wide competition

While most sports fans have their eyes on March Madness, Jefferson Community College has been dominating a different bracket.

Keir Chapman

Published March 30, 2021 at 11:30 AM

No more chances for Watertown property owner delinquent on loan

No more chances. The Watertown Local Development Corporation has had enough of missed payments. It all comes back to 223 JB Wise Place and owner Vina Bonner.

Keir Chapman

Published March 26, 2021 at 11:40 AM

Fort Drum Fire and Emergency Services has its hands on a brand new engine. But it’s not just a shiny new toy.

Keir Chapman

Published March 26, 2021 at 11:38 AM

Watertown pharmacy welcomes more people eligible for COVID shots

A small Watertown pharmacy has hit the ground running as New York opens up the COVID vaccine to more people.

Keir Chapman

Published March 23, 2021 at 5:10 PM

County leaders look back on a year of COVID-19 challenges

When New York shut down last year, county leaders had to balance new state regulations, and slowing the spread of COVID-19.

Keir Chapman

Published March 18, 2021 at 12:05 PM

Local fire departments prepare trucks for fallen firefighter’s funeral procession

In West Carthage, firefighters spent part of Wednesday shining up one of their engines.

Keir Chapman

Published March 17, 2021 at 3:30 PM

Town of Champion home damaged in overnight fire

Fire damaged a home on Route 126 in the town of Champion overnight Wednesday. Officials say the blaze may have started in the chimney and spread to the attic.

Keir Chapman

Published March 17, 2021 at 3:20 PM

Peyton Strong: community honors fallen firefighter with yellow hearts

Yellow hearts are everywhere in LaFargeville in honor of fallen firefighter Peyton Morse, who went to school there. People say the yellow hearts remind them of Peyton’s promise and personality.

Keir Chapman

Published March 16, 2021 at 4:38 PM

More money for families as part of new COVID-19 relief bill

It's a tax credit change, and parents will start receiving some of the money monthly, beginning this summer

Keir Chapman

Published March 13, 2021 at 3:46 PM

Stimulus checks and avoiding overdose spikes

Some in Jefferson County hope a troubling trend from the first COVID relief bill doesn’t continue this time around.

Keir Chapman

Published March 12, 2021 at 2:00 PM

New York farmers are making noise after still being left off the state’s COVID vaccine eligibility list.

Keir Chapman

Published March 11, 2021 at 2:05 PM

Watertown’s police reform plan lists 8 areas of improvement

There’s room to improve at the Watertown Police Department. The city’s proposed police reform plan, released Wednesday, spells out changes the department can make.

Keir Chapman

Published March 10, 2021 at 4:26 PM

Local governments will get stimulus money under COVID relief package

It’s just not people who are waiting for a stimulus check to arrive. Counties, cities, villages and towns are all about to get a shot of stimulus money aimed at helping governments hit by the pandemic.

Keir Chapman

Published March 9, 2021 at 5:30 PM

So, what happens if lawmakers strip Gov. Cuomo of his pandemic powers?

Opponents are concerned not much will change

Keir Chapman

Published March 4, 2021 at 2:47 PM

Watertown head shop could prompt future zoning changes

When it comes to where a new Watertown head shop is doing business, it’s upsetting those who help drug addicts. They want zoning changes so something like this can’t happen again and their timing may be perfect.

Keir Chapman

Published March 3, 2021 at 4:55 PM

Watertown strikes new deal equaling $600K in revenue

Watertown has found a way to bring more money into city coffers. It renegotiated a deal with the Development Authority of the North Country to treat liquid waste coming from the regional landfill in the town of Rodman.

Keir Chapman

Published March 2, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Lewis County clinic sees hundreds vaccinated

Public health officials had a goal of 300 people - that would use up their supply of Moderna vaccine doses, a stockpile sent from the state, including allotments from last week delayed due to weather.

Keir Chapman

Published February 26, 2021 at 6:33 PM

A Rodman family got a rude awakening early Wednesday morning. It’s believed heavy snow on the roof caused their 3-car garage to cave in.

Keir Chapman

Published February 25, 2021 at 2:45 PM

Barclay wonders where Democrats’ support for impeachment commission went

In the state Assembly, wheels are turning on legislation to form an impeachment commission to investigate the Governor Cuomo’s under-reporting of nursing home data.

Keir Chapman

Published February 25, 2021 at 1:15 PM

Vaccine shipments arrive in region, clinic appointments fill up quickly

COVID vaccines delayed last week due to weather are arriving in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties. Now those shots will go into people's arms - if they can get an appointment.

Keir Chapman

Published February 24, 2021 at 5:15 PM

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