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Revolutionary War general gave De Kalb its name
5+ hour, 29+ min ago (209+ words) DEKALB " Johann De Kalb never visited Northern New York, yet his name has been part of the region for generations. Local historian Kris Dempster recently explored the life and legacy of Major General Johann De Kalb, a Revolutionary War commander…...
Dangerous heat prompts safety warnings for St. Lawrence County
2+ hour, 27+ min ago (316+ words) The forecast" calls for heat index values between 95 and 104 degrees, " A heat advisory remains in effect for St. Lawrence County through 7 p. m. Friday as hot and humid conditions continue. The forecast" calls for heat index values between 95 and 104 degrees, with the…...
SUNY Canton baseball alumni sign pro contracts with Alpine Cowboys
5+ hour, 36+ min ago (209+ words) ALPINE, Texas " Sal Diaz and Chris Mc Lean, who recently completed their collegiate careers with the SUNY Canton Roos baseball team, have signed professional contracts with the Alpine Cowboys of the Pecos League. Diaz is hitting. 323 with a. 661 slugging percentage through…...
Local students earn degrees, certificates at SUNY Canton
5+ hour, 35+ min ago (608+ words) This year's graduates, ranging in age from 18 to 61, represented 21 " CANTON " The following North Country students were awarded degrees at SUNY Canton's 118th Commencement Ceremony on May 9. Chase Mills: Kyle Akins, an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Information Systems, and…...
Sugar Maple Liberty trees dedication July 2 in Canton
5+ hour, 32+ min ago (134+ words) CANTON -- A dedication of Sugar Maple Liberty Trees to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence will take place at Hugh C. Williams High School Circle Thursday, July 2, at 2 p. m. Canton Mayor Michael Dalton will read the" "preamble" of the Declaration…...
The Trump administration's multiple investigations of the 2020 election may have more to do with 2026
1+ day, 51+ min ago (219+ words) The FBI agents arrived at David Bolter's Milwaukee home on a cool, cloudy Wednesday morning in late May. They were armed with a list of questions for the 2020 poll worker, who had raised concerns about the way local officials handled…...
Calvin D. Halvorsen, 66, Norfolk
21+ hour, 22+ min ago (112+ words) NORFOLK-- Graveside services for Calvin D. Halvorsen, 66, a resident of 1 Knapps Station Road, Norfolk, will be held on Friday, July 3, 2026 at 12: 30 p. m. in Bixby Cemetery, Norfolk. Calvin passed away on June 30, 2026 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital. The Buck Funeral Home in Norfolk is…...
Potsdam village board dissolves separate recreation fund; program expenses to be run through the general fund
18+ hour, 46+ min ago (214+ words) POTSDAM " The Village Board of Trustees has approved the dissolution of the village's Recreation Fund and the transfer of its remaining finances and obligations into the village's general fund budget. At their June 15 meeting, village officials said the move was…...
Ring A Bell For Liberty on July 4th, county-wide
18+ hour, 48+ min ago (89+ words) CANTON -- On the 4th of July, North Country residents are being asked to ring a bell for liberty for two and a half minutes at precisely 10 a. m. to celebrate America's 250th birthday celebration. Cooling off in Potsdam Potsdam village board dissolves separate recreation…...
Fireworks and parades to celebrate holiday in SLC, New deer rules by DEC create second-buck chances, Potsdam village updating vacant property law
18+ hour, 48+ min ago (104+ words) Fireworks, parades and more this holiday weekend in St. Lawrence County Village's new vacant property law could give Potsdam more teeth when addressing empty storefronts downtown County takes action to clean up two former gas stations in Fine and Potsdam…...