Your Turn

The state’s attorney general issued a scathing report saying the Cuomo Administration under-counted nursing home COVID deaths by the thousands. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

State Assemblyman Mark Walczyk is showing his disapproval of Governor Cuomo’s emergency executive powers through a new “Kick the Crown” campaign, which includes selling merchandise and signing a petition. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

efferson County was expecting 600 COVID vaccine doses from the state last week. It wound up getting nothing. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

A violent mob loyal to President Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol last week and forced lawmakers into hiding in an attempt to overturn America’s presidential election. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

A man allegedly fired a gun at a store in the of Tupper Lake. No one was hurt, but at least one bullet created a hole inside Fortune’s True Value Hardware. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

The state will close the Watertown Correctional Facility on March 30. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

The St. Lawrence Health System doctor who was the first in the region to get the COVID vaccine urges everyone to get the shot when it’s available. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

The Supreme Court rejected a lawsuit that could’ve overturned the results of the presidential election. North Country Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joined more than 100 Republican members of Congress to support the suit. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

Massena Mayor Timmy Currier has taken a leave of absence so he can seek professional treatment. That’s after he was arrested at gunpoint on drug and other charges. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled New York can’t enforce certain attendance limits at houses of worship in areas designated as hard hit by COVID-19. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

As 2 drug manufacturers get closer to finalizing a COVID-19 vaccine, we asked if you will get the vaccine when it’s available to the public. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

As COVID cases rise in New York, Governor Cuomo announced bars, restaurants and gyms must close at 10 p.m. Private parties with more than 10 people are also banned. Most of your feedback is about that.

Most of your feedback this week is about the presidential election. Joe Biden has been declared the winner. However, President Trump, who won the north country vote, is contesting the outcome in court.

New York is saying goodbye to the travel quarantine list. Instead, people coming into the state will be tested for COVID-19 after they arrive. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

“Uncontained.” That’s how Lewis County officials are describing the cluster of COVID-19 cases that can be traced back to a baptism earlier this month. Hundreds of people are now in quarantine. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

The secret report about Watertown’s former city manager concluded Rick Finn’s treatment of some female employees was intimidating and offensive and that he violated the city’s policy on harassment. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

Under the state’s new guidance on COVID-19, students and staff with symptoms, ranging from sore throat to headache, can either have a doctor’s note detailing an alternative diagnosis, or a negative COVID-19 test to be able to come back to school. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories.

Officials say a cell phone inside Watertown’s Hitchin' Post Tavern captured video of what they say goes against every rule put in place to protect people from COVID-19 in bars. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

The mother of a Watertown City School District student is suing the district and his fourth-grade teacher in federal court, claiming a mock ‘slave auction’ last year violated his civil rights. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

The two candidates for the 21st Congressional District weighed in on what should be done with the Supreme Court seat left vacant following the death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. You also shared your thoughts.

Watertown’s Samaritan Health laid off 51 employees and made other cost-cutting changes, citing the economic fallout from COVID-19. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

A magazine article reports President Trump referred to American soldiers killed in battle as “losers” and “suckers.” The president denied saying any such thing. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

Teachers unions are calling on the state to make mask-wearing mandatory at schools at all times indoors. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

A union representing some Postal Service workers claims changes made at the federal level are disrupting mail service in the north country. We asked if you’re seeing delays:

A 26 year old Antwerp woman is going to prison for her part in the sexual exploitation and abuse of a toddler. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

All schools in New York have the go-ahead to reopen. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

President Trump floated the idea of delaying November’s election. A north country political science professor called the suggestion “dangerous to democracy.” You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

If you’re on unemployment, you’ve been getting a federal bonus of $600 through the CARES Act. However, the bonus is set to expire.

Despite a flare up in Jefferson County COVID-19 cases last week, county officials say it appears parties are still being held near Picton Island. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.

St. Lawrence County is seeing a surge in complaints about people failing to wear masks and practice social distancing. You shared your feedback on that and other stories in the news.