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Craig Thornton

Arts & Entertainment Editor
Watertown, NY
Craig Thornton
Education
  • MFA, Goddard Colllege
  • BFA, New York University

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    Through December 2021

    December Musical Concerts and Performances - SLC Arts

    Updated: 4 hours ago
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    By Craig Thornton
    Holiday Cheer to keep your spirits high at the Creative Spirit Community Center, 6 Raymond Street, Potsdam

    Career Link

    Tri-County Career Link

    Tri-County Career Link

    Updated: 5 hours ago
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    By Craig Thornton
    Tri-County Career Link

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    Concerts are December 3, 10 and 17

    A North Country Carol

    Updated: 10 hours ago
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    By Craig Thornton
    10th Mountain Division Band in concert

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    Cinema 10 Monday, December 6 at Roxy Theater in Potsdam

    Cinema Ten - December 6

    Updated: 10 hours ago
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    By Craig Thornton
    So glad to have Cinema Ten Back - December 6

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    December 12 at 3 pm

    Trinity Concert Series - A Backtrack Vocals Christmas

    Updated: 11 hours ago
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    By Craig Thornton
    December 12 at 3 pm

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    HD LIVE on the big screen - December 4 at 12;55 pm with encores at both Potsdam and Watertown.

    Met Opera on the Big Screen - Eurydice

    Updated: Dec. 3, 2021 at 11:34 AM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    Met Opera Live in HD with recorded Encores

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    Jose Llana - December 5- Virtual Concert

    The Seth Concert Series - Jose Llana

    Updated: Dec. 3, 2021 at 11:24 AM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    Virtual Concert Live! With Live Accompaniment - Sunday, November 28 at 8pm

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    Oscar winning classic back on the big screen.

    On Golden Pond - Oscar Winning Film

    Updated: Dec. 3, 2021 at 11:11 AM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    December 12 and 15

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    Exhibit opening December 3

    Balance - Exhibit - Fibonacci Gallery

    Updated: Dec. 3, 2021 at 9:33 AM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    Opening is Friday, December 3- artwork visible until December 31

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    December 18

    Trinity Concert Series - December 18

    Updated: Dec. 2, 2021 at 2:55 PM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    December 18 at 3 pm

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    Waitress December 7-11

    Waitress the Broadway Musical Comes To Syracuse

    Updated: Dec. 2, 2021 at 1:46 PM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    at the Landmark Theater December 7 thru 12

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    Crane, faculty and musical guests perform.

    Peace and Love Candlelight Concerts at Crane

    Updated: Dec. 1, 2021 at 4:48 PM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    Four Concert Dates to Choose From

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    A Syracuse Stage SU drama department co-production.

    SU Department of Drama Announces Season

    Updated: Dec. 1, 2021 at 4:33 PM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    The season starts November 12

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    Spencer an intimate psychological biopic

    Spencer - Movie Review

    Updated: Nov. 24, 2021 at 2:04 PM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    A remarkable performance by Stewart.

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    Stress Dreams by Kate Newton

    73rd Annual Fall Juried Art Show

    Updated: Nov. 23, 2021 at 2:28 PM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    November 19-December 11

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    Book sale at Flower Memorial LIbrary

    FML Book Sale Continues through December

    Updated: Nov. 16, 2021 at 9:15 AM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    The book sale is back

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    One Day only, November 11

    Veterans and Active Duty Military Get a Free Donut

    Updated: Nov. 9, 2021 at 1:56 PM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    At all Northern New York Dunkin' Donuts

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    Featured Artist for November and December at River Muse Gallery.

    Laura Oakes - Featured Artist at River Muse Gallery

    Updated: Nov. 8, 2021 at 10:31 AM EST
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    By Craig Thornton
    See the artist's unique work through December 31.

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    Keisuke Mizuno Forbidden Fruits, 2000,

    From Soup to Nuts - Everson Art Museum Exhibit

    Updated: Nov. 3, 2021 at 12:47 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    At the Everson Museum in Syracuse

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    The new Memoir Flesh and Blood by N. West Moss published by Algonquin books.

    N. West Moss - Author Interview

    Updated: Nov. 2, 2021 at 1:24 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Come meet the author, right here in Watertown, on Friday, November 5

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    Jodie Comer in The Last Duel

    The Last Duel - Movie Review

    Updated: Oct. 28, 2021 at 1:26 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Action, Drama, Adventure - A Good Story

    About Us

    Contact Us

    Updated: Oct. 28, 2021 at 9:21 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Contact News Channel 7

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    Their new season starts on January 30

    Odgensburg Command Performances will be back in 2022

    Updated: Oct. 25, 2021 at 4:14 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    January 30, 2022

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    Winner of Three Oscars

    Classic Movie Blog - Hud

    Updated: Oct. 20, 2021 at 11:51 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Released in 1963, this excellent drama is uncompromising and riveting.

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    Met HD Live in Potsdam

    Met Opera Live in HD - Potsdam

    Updated: Oct. 4, 2021 at 10:15 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    First show is October 9

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    River Muse Gallery, October 2nd

    Beyond the Veil - River Muse Gallery

    Updated: Oct. 1, 2021 at 10:25 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Artwork visible until November 28

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    Tylo was on the popular soap for over fifteen years.

    Soap Star from the Guiding Light - Dies at 72

    Updated: Sep. 30, 2021 at 3:02 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Tylo was one of the most popular characters on The Guiding Light , during the 80;s and 90's.

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    "Rosebud"

    Classic Movie Blog - Citizen Kane

    Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 9:07 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    The Granddaddy of American film turns 80.

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    Ryan Reynold's performance is perfect in this enjoyable action comedy.

    Free Guy - Movie Review

    Updated: Sep. 9, 2021 at 4:05 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Action, Comedy, Romance, Sci-Fi, this film has it all, including the charismatic Ryan Reynolds.

    Ask the Pharmacist

    What to do about Eye Strain

    Ask the Pharmacist - Allergy Season

    Updated: Sep. 8, 2021 at 3:42 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    It's Allergy Season!

    Ask the Pharmacist

    What to do about Eye Strain

    Ask the Pharmacist - Eye Strain

    Updated: Sep. 8, 2021 at 3:36 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    What to do about Eye Strain ?

    Ask the Pharmacist

    Ask the Pharmacist - Sleep

    Ask the Pharmacist - Ear Care

    Updated: Sep. 8, 2021 at 11:44 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Check out these great tips about taking care of your ears.

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    Trinity Concert Series

    Trinity Concert Series Announces Season

    Updated: Sep. 5, 2021 at 7:10 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    So Glad to Have this Classy, Entertaining Series Back!

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    Opening Reception on September 4 at River Muse Gallery

    The Art of Benjamin Paul Plante

    Updated: Sep. 3, 2021 at 11:06 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    The Art of Benjamin Paul Plante

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    Ed Asner as Lou Grant, Mary Tyler Moore as Mary Richards

    RIP Ed Asner, Long Live Lou Grant

    Updated: Sep. 1, 2021 at 9:26 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Ed Asner was so incredible as Lou Grant... a perfect part for the actor.

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    First prize, Barbara Jablonski, Pittsford, NY

    1000 Islands Plein Air Artists Competition & Art Auction

    Updated: Aug. 24, 2021 at 11:22 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Contest winners

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    Jennifer Hudson is the Queen of Soul

    Respect - Movie Review

    Updated: Aug. 19, 2021 at 10:40 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Personally Picked by the Queen of Soul, Jennifer Hudson is exhilirating in the lead.

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    Stillwater, gaining Oscar Buzz

    Stillwater - Movie Review

    Updated: Aug. 12, 2021 at 3:36 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    There is Oscar Buzz about this complex drama, inspired by a real life story.

    Ask the Pharmacist

    Ask the Pharmacist - Sleep

    Ask the Pharmacist - Oral Health

    Updated: Aug. 12, 2021 at 11:54 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    oral health

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    Ask the Pharmacist - Sleep

    Ask the Pharmacist - Mental Health

    Updated: Aug. 12, 2021 at 11:16 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Dealing with Mental Health Issues During this Difficult Time

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    Ask the Pharmacist - Sleep

    Ask the Pharmacist - Heart Food

    Updated: Aug. 12, 2021 at 10:44 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Originally airing in March, 2021, here are some great tips for food that is good for the heart.

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    Ask the Pharmacist - Sleep

    Ask the Pharmacist - Heart Condition Meds

    Updated: Aug. 10, 2021 at 3:57 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Heart condition meds

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    Ask the Pharmacist - Sleep

    Ask the Pharmacist - Women and Heart Issues

    Updated: Aug. 10, 2021 at 3:32 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Ask the Pharmacist, originally aired in March 2021

    Ask the Pharmacist

    Ask the Pharmacist - Sleep

    Ask the Pharmacist - Heart Attacks

    Updated: Aug. 10, 2021 at 2:46 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    More tips from Ask the Pharmacist

    News

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    Parmount Plus/CBS All Access

    Updated: Jul. 28, 2021 at 2:36 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Technical Difficulties

    Braggin' Rights

    Braggin Rights

    Braggin’ Rights

    Updated: Jul. 22, 2021 at 1:25 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Braggin' Rights

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    Springsteen

    Book on The Boss published by Potsdam Professor

    Updated: Jul. 22, 2021 at 11:12 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    A book on the message behind Springsteen's music by a local author.

    About Us

    Contact Us

    Updated: Jul. 19, 2021 at 9:36 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Contact us

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    A perfect comedy for the pandemic blues.

    Barb and Star go to Vista Del Mar - Movie Review

    Updated: Jul. 13, 2021 at 8:27 AM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    Barb and Star Go To Vista Del Mar, now streaming on Hulu

    News

    Montzeuma Canal

    New Camping Opportunities in New York State

    Updated: Jul. 8, 2021 at 2:19 PM EDT
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    By Craig Thornton
    The Beauty and History of New York State

    Latest News

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    Lowville man accused of dealing fentanyl mixed with heroin, meth

    Updated: 2 hours ago
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    By 7 News Staff
    Bail is set at $50,000 for a Lowville man accused of possessing and selling fentanyl and fentanyl mixed with heroin and methamphetamine.

    News

    Depauville Fire Department mourns loss of youngest member

    Updated: 2 hours ago
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    By John Pirsos
    Members of the Depauville Fire Department are mourning the loss of its youngest member, 19-year-old Dakota Yandow, who died in an early morning car crash on Saturday.

    News

    COVID claims 2 more lives in tri-county area

    Updated: 2 hours ago
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    By 7 News Staff
    Two more people in the region have died from COVID-19.

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    St. Lawrence County lawmaker faces DWI, cocaine possession charges

    Updated: 3 hours ago
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    By 7 News Staff
    St. Lawrence County Legislator Tony Arquiett faces drunk driving and cocaine possession charges following a weekend crash.

    News

    Governor says garden isn’t a reason to keep Ogdensburg prison open

    Updated: 3 hours ago
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    By Jeff Cole
    A garden isn’t the reason to keep a half-empty prison open, but Governor Kathy Hochul says she’s willing to learn more about keeping food from an Ogdensburg garden going to local food pantries.

    Latest News

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    Hospice to begin expanding residence in April

    Updated: 3 hours ago
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    By Lexi Bruening
    A $2.4 million expansion project is set to start for Hospice of Jefferson County.

    News

    Ogdensburg businesses, non-profits getting money from American Rescue Plan

    Updated: 3 hours ago
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    By Keith Benman
    Local non-profits and small businesses in Ogdensburg are in line to get a shot of money. It’s help from the city’s allotment of Washington’s American Rescue Plan.

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    COVID testing site reopens as Jefferson County sees jump in cases

    Updated: 4 hours ago
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    By Lexi Bruening
    Samaritan Medical Center reopened a state-sponsored COVID testing site Monday after a four-month hiatus. A step in the right direction, but also a sign of the times.

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    Your Turn: feedback on JCC plan, truck drivers & bookstore

    Updated: 4 hours ago
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    By Diane Rutherford
    Jefferson Community College is set to bring a presence to downtown Watertown. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

    Interviews

    Local attorney explores holding parents responsible for child’s crime

    Updated: 4 hours ago
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    By 7 News Staff
    The parents of the teen accused in last week’s Michigan school shooting are charged with 4 counts of involuntary manslaughter. Could such charges could be brought in New York state?

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    Former presidential candidate visits Watertown, invests in Convalt, DigiCollect

    Updated: 5 hours ago
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    By Diane Rutherford
    Former Congressman and House Majority Leader Richard Gephardt visited Watertown over the weekend to help get two businesses up and running in Jefferson County.