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Firefighters battle blaze at vacant former American Legion building in Ogdensburg

Firefighters from area departments battled a fire Tuesday evening at the former American Legion Post 69 building at 328 Franklin St. in Ogdensburg.

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Massena man found dead after leaving hospital, police say

A 69 year old man of Massena was found dead Nov. 9 after leaving Massena Memorial Hospital on Nov. 6, according to Massena village police.

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Amazon facility in Pamelia appears to be operating as hiring details take shape

Amazon's new facility off Bradley Street in Pamelia appears to be operating, while the company says it is finalizing hiring details for the site expected to employ 100 to 150 people.

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He Won. Then He Opened His Mouth. Will Anyone Work With Him?

Anthony Constantino's NY-21 victory speech made the North Country a late-night joke. Now he has to work with the people he insulted, in a Congress his party doesn't control.

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Massena Veterans Day ceremony set for Nov. 11 at VFW post

Disabled American Veterans Chapter 171 will host a Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, at VFW Post 1143 in Massena.

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Alexandria Bay welcome arch project reaches 95% completion

The refurbishment of Alexandria Bay’s welcome arch is 95% complete, with landscaping and electrical work remaining.

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North Country could see first fall snow Friday night into Saturday

The National Weather Service forecast calls for a chance of rain and snow across the North Country from Friday into Saturday, including a chance of snow Friday night.

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Clarkson student's convicted killer granted parole, release expected in 2026

Brian McCarthy, who was sentenced to 23 years to life for the 1986 killing of Clarkson University student Katherine Hawelka, has been granted parole, with release expected before Feb. 24, 2027.

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Cape Vincent adds two fast-charging stations for electric vehicles

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Gouverneur police report charges involving school bus, vehicle registration

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Thousand Islands tourism officials plan new cross-border brand

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Veterans Day ceremonies scheduled across St. Lawrence County

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St. Lawrence Valley SPCA plans open house in Ogdensburg

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Abortion Deaths vs. War Deaths 1900–2026 | Every Country Compared (Data Visualization)

Daddy Yankee Is Being Honored as Latin Music’s Person of the Year, Three Years After He Walked Away From Reggaeton for Jesus

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Pope Leo XIV urges youth to shun ‘the idols of our time’ and turn to Christ

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Ansaru Militants Claim Killing of Muslim Cleric Who Preached Peace with Christians

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PHOTOS: Pope Leo XIV visits Argentina during South American papal trip

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Indie Moses Sitcom ‘The Promised Land’ Is Moving to Prime Video — We Talk to the Show’s Creator

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Dow Jones Futures Rise, CoreWave Jumps After Stocks Fall On Nvidia, Surging Treasury Yields

The US military seems to be getting nervous about the launch supply crunch

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House Republicans consider issuing subpoena to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang

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Gas prices fall below $4 a gallon for first time since July

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Stock Market Today: Dow Dips As Yields Soar; Nvidia Dives; Anthropic Seeks This IPO Price

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The FDA has a new warning about GLP-1s and vision loss. Should you worry?

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Ogdensburg Knights plan free Thanksgiving dinner after record 2025 turnout

The Ogdensburg Knights of Columbus plan to serve a free Thanksgiving dinner, following a record 994 meals delivered and served in 2025.

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Rain showers likely across North Country today

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Free Poster: Things to Do in Northern New York

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He Won. Then He Opened His Mouth. Will Anyone Work With Him?

More Than a Salesman: Kyle Kolyer Recognized for His Work, Faith and Commitment to Others

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Sharing the Road, Risking Their Lives

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Free Poster: Things to Do in Northern New York

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Winter in the Adirondacks: where to ski and ride

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Campfire safety in the North Country: what to know during dry weather

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Northland Corridor gets economic development boost

Woman killed by her own St. Bernard in Western New York

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Photos: Western New York shows off her fall colors

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Hochul opted into Trump’s school tax credit. Who will benefit in Central New York?

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Top Central New York football recruit, Syracuse University legacy narrows college list

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Kennedy family members join lawsuit to block Trump's triumphal arch

U.S. charges 3 men with plotting multiple terrorist attacks, including planned attack against U.K. air base

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Missing baby found alive buried in dog crate in South Carolina

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Bernie Sanders says he won't support Schumer as Democratic leader in new Congress

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Senior U.S. Army soldier arrested in U.K. on suspicion of assisting Russian intelligence

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Thune reelected as Senate GOP leader after brutal midterm losses

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Iran-backed suspects charged in fuel van plot targeting RAF Fairford

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258th Field Artillery Regiment Conducts Training at Fort Drum

New Fort Drum commander takes charge as post emphasizes North Country ties

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Fort Drum offers winter driving and snow blower safety courses

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Fishing the St. Lawrence River after summer: a fall and ice fishing guide to the Thousand Islands

Record $6.4 Billion Crypto Heist Sends Bitcoin Tumbling. What It Means for North Country Miners and Investors

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More Than a Speed Shop: Dunn Family Builds a Watertown Business Around Trucks, Racing and Family

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Lakeside Outdoor Services has grown from one plow route into year-round property care

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Canton wins Section 10 girls swimming title

Canton scored 271 points to finish first in the Section 10 girls swimming championship, ahead of St. Lawrence Central and Potsdam.

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Massena blanked twice in Saturday soccer games

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Watertown Wolves fall 6-3 to Indiana, remain winless

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North Country high school football playoffs continue Nov. 6-7

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Lowville advances to Section III Class C football final

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Watertown Wolves fall to Indiana in shootout, remain winless

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Bills Roll Past Vikings as Sharks Outlast Islanders in Monday Sports

The Buffalo Bills topped Minnesota, while the San Jose Sharks outlasted the New York Islanders in an eight-round shootout Monday.

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CBA allows 49ers to not pay Brandon Aiyuk during two-week roster exemption

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Mets Focused On First Base, Pitching Upgrades

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In Kirk Cousins, the Vikings landed their first choice

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Brewers’ Pat Murphy makes history with third straight NL Manager of the Year award

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