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.
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.
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.
Jefferson County leaders say they receive an average of 10 complaints a day about the Walmart stores in the county because so few people wear masks inside. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.
Protesters marched through Gouverneur’s streets Saturday seeking justice for murder victim Treyanna Summerville. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.
To show their respect in the wake of George Floyd’s death, medical professionals in Watertown took part in a nationwide movement called “White Coats for Black Lives”. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.
The money problems of north country nursing homes are starting to pile up, especially now that they have to test their employees twice a week for COVID-19. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.
Governor Andrew Cuomo says New York state needs $61 billion in federal funding to offset the economic damage caused by COVID-19. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.
Senator Patty Ritchie criticized the state Department of Labor over its handling of jobless benefits. The Cuomo Administration called her a “cheap politician.” You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.
As states, like New York, face mounting deficits because of COVID-19, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says states should consider bankruptcy. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.
Governor Andrew Cuomo has ordered all New Yorkers to wear a mask or other covering over their nose and mouth while in public. You shared your thoughts about that and other stories in the news.
Pay raises are delayed for unions representing state workers, such as corrections officers. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.
Governor Cuomo announced the National Guard will begin moving 20 percent of unused ventilators from upstate hospitals to hard-hit New York City. Most of your feedback this week is about that.
Out of all the stories we've done on COVID-19, most of your comments are about the closure of all schools in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties through April 17.
Most of your feedback this week is about a video we obtained of a vicious beating in Canton middle school. You shared your views on that and other stories in the news.
St. Lawrence University is calling home 15 students who had been studying in Italy. It's all because of concern over the coronavirus outbreak in that country. You shared your thoughts on that and other stories in the news.
Add Jefferson County to the list of places which are asking lawmakers to make the county a Second Amendment sanctuary. You shared you thoughts on that and other stories in the news.
