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What to do with the needles: Watertown crews clear out homeless encampment
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - A homeless encampment in Watertown was cleared out on Friday. City firefighters were called to the end of Poplar Street on the bank of the Black River for a report of smoke. Fire officials say they doused a small fire in a pile of clothes....
Former Jefferson County judge passes away
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Former Jefferson County Court Judge Lee Clary has passed away. He was 86. The Geneva native was elected county district attorney in 1976 and county court judge in 1986. He held that post until his retirement in 1999. Clary also volunteered with many community organizations.
Watertown band to perform at State Fair
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Watertown band Joey Collins and the Creatives is making its debut at the State Fair in Syracuse. In a house on North Hamilton Street in Watertown, band members are preparing for the biggest gig of their career — the New York State Fair. Joey...
Lowville classrooms, turf field might not be repaired in time for start of school
LOWVILLE, New York (WWNY) - Lowville Academy and Central School says the most recent flood has done so much damage that certain classrooms might not be ready for the first day of class. In a letter to parents and staff, Superintendent Rebecca Dunckel wrote, “Lowville Elementary School has experienced flooding...
Fort Drum soldiers tackle Adirondacks 46er Challenge climb
FORT DRUM, N.Y. (WWTI) – Fort Drum’s Second Brigade Combat Team took their Climb to Glory to the Adirondack Mountains in the 46er Challenge. Around 200 soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division’s Second Brigade Combat team climbed the 46 high peaks of the Adirondack Mountains on Wednesday. Hiking the 46 peaks is seen as one […]
Road Work Alert: More work on the Ross Road in Lowville
LOWVILLE, N.Y. (WWTI) – More culvert work on the Ross Road in the Village of Lowville Ross Road in Lowville will be closed once again on Thursday due to another round of culvert repairs. The work began today at 6 a.m. Lowville and the rest of the county has been hit hard due to flooding […]
City of Watertown dealing with water main break on Michigan Avenue
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The City of Watertown is dealing with a water main break that’s causing interruptions on Michigan Avenue. In a press release, City of Watertown Department of Public Works crews are dealing with a water main break on Michigan Ave from Ohio Street to Columbia Street. Crews will be isolating the water […]
Naturally Lewis adds three new board members
LEWIS COUNTY. N.Y. (WWTI) – The Naturally Lewis organization is adding three new board members to its economic development organization. Earlier this week, the organization added Jessica Dunn, Michael Jackson, and Harley Snyder to its board of directors. Naturally Lewis, Inc. is focused on creating a board of strong community leaders with diverse backgrounds and […]
Road Work Alert: Watertown’s Ohio-Indiana intersection & Gotham Street
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – A couple of projects in the City of Watertown will cause delays on Thursday. Gotham Street will be closed from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day through August 30 from Brett Street to Thompson Park. The intersection of Ohio Street and Indianan Avenue North will also be undergoing work today. […]
Celebrate Student Strengths and Diversity of Jefferson County students at "Young Reflections, An Exploration Reframing Student Image"
WATERTOWN, NY (8/20/24) - "Young Reflections, An Exploration Reframing Student Image" will be open for public viewing on Thursday, September 26, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Lincoln Loft, 95 Public Square, Watertown, NY 13601. The free exhibit features ten student artists from three Jefferson County school districts as...
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