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School bus versus van crash with fire on County Route 75, Henderson — scene operations ongoing

A school bus and a van were involved in a crash Thursday afternoon on County Route 75 in the Henderson-Smithville area, with a vehicle fire, reported injuries and a road closure during the emergency response. The crash happened at about 3 p.m. in Jefferson County, according to the available inciden

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Adams Center man sentenced to nearly 22 years in federal prison

James Yerdon of Adams Center was sentenced in federal court to 262 months in prison for receiving and possessing child pornography, followed by supervised release and other requirements.

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Suspect dies after State Police shooting in Carthage, officials say

A man wanted on a Lewis County bench warrant was shot by a State Police member Wednesday afternoon in Carthage and later died at Carthage Area Hospital, according to State Police.

Jefferson CountyPublic Safety14h ago

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What happened overnight across Jefferson County

Emergency crews logged 23 calls across Jefferson County between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. Filter and sort every call by category, or jump to the ones that stood out.

Jefferson CountyOvernight13h ago

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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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SUNY Potsdam students document Revolutionary War history through fellowship

SUNY Potsdam students researched Revolutionary War-era records and artifacts through a fellowship program connected to the 250th anniversary of American independence.

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John Lindsey to perform possible final North Country concert in Potsdam

Violinist John Lindsey and cellist Alisa Woods will perform original music Nov. 21 at the Potsdam Public Library in what may be Lindsey’s final North Country appearance.

PotsdamCommunity13h ago

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Gillibrand Rolls Out Democrats' Senate Wish List. Here's What It Could Mean for the North Country.

New taxes on higher earners, a fight over Iran war funding and $350 billion in health subsidies top the agenda Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand laid out for the new Democratic Senate. Border security did not make her list. What it could mean for Fort Drum, farms and Main Street.

Jefferson CountyGovernment1d ago

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Greens Corners solar project meeting set for Hounsfield residents

AES will hold a public information session Nov. 18 about the proposed Greens Corners solar project at the Sackets Harbor Ballroom.

Sackets HarborGovernment13h ago

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Potsdam imposes 12-month pause on large data centers and crypto mines

The Potsdam Town Board approved a 12-month moratorium on qualifying large-scale data centers and cryptocurrency mining operations while officials develop zoning rules.

St. Lawrence CountyGovernment13h ago

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Area 51 Was Once Called "Watertown." Inside the North Country's UFO Files

Area 51 was once nicknamed "Watertown." Caleb Mercer on how our city's name got there, what 70 years of Air Force files found over the North Country, and the two cases never explained.

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Free Poster: Things to Do in Northern New York

The whole North Country on one illustrated map, from the Thousand Islands to Lake George. Download it free, print it, hang it up, then go see the real thing.

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A thin, tired woman holding an injection pen looks into a bathroom mirror at night, where her reflection shows her former, heavier self.

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Lighter for a Season, or Healthier for a Lifetime?

A new FDA eye warning, a steep monthly price and research on what happens after the shots stop are sharpening one question for North Country families using GLP-1 drugs: are the changes going to last?

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Peanut the squirrel’s owner Daniela Bittner detained by ICE

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Appeals court weighs whether Education Department can cut DEI grants

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Jefferson County Toys for Tots gets largest shipment of season

Jefferson County Toys for Tots received a 12-pallet shipment from the national foundation as its local campaign begins, while public donations are still being sought.

Jefferson CountyCommunity18m ago

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

Republicans demand more progress in halting Christian persecution in Nigeria

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At Least 26 Killed in DRC’s Mambasa Territory Amid Ebola Crisis

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Pope Leo XIV urges Peru to embrace Catholic social teaching for a better society

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The Girl They Killed for Refusing a Forced Marriage

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Kalshi Severs Its Relationship With Donald Trump Jr.

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Cerebras Systems (CBRS) Q3 earnings report 2026

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Watertown water plant’s first project phase projected at $44.8 million

The first phase of planned work to address disinfection byproducts at Watertown’s water treatment plant is projected to cost $44.8 million.

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Area 51 Was Once Called "Watertown." Inside the North Country's UFO Files

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Rain and snow possible tonight; Friday clearing and cooler

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Area 51 Was Once Called "Watertown." Inside the North Country's UFO Files

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

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

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Rochester Democrat and Chronicle48m ago

Fairport vs Penfield score, updates from volleyball championship game

Sabres place Konsta Helenius on injured reserve, activate Alex Lyon

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Flayva opens second location in Baton Rouge

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Central New York girls soccer coaching legend puts a wrap on her career: ‘It’s time I pass the torch’

syracuse.com13h ago

A 20-year Finger Lakes Christmas market is ending this weekend

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Democrat Cindy Holscher defeats Republican Ty Masterson for Kansas governor

Oklahoma dismisses murder charge against former death row inmate Richard Glossip

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2 children among the 8 dead in New York City building collapse, officials say

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1 killed, 4 injured in shooting in Washington, D.C.'s Logan Circle neighborhood; suspect is dead

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Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded his group at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

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Zelenskiy says Starshield speed limited again, hampering Ukraine's defences

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South Carolina man accused of burying baby alive showed no remorse and tried to flee state, authorities say

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Fort Drum recognizes civilian employees at quarterly awards ceremony

Fort Drum recognized 19 civilian employees during a quarterly ceremony and named award recipients in four categories.

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Fort Drum spotlights civilian workforce at quarterly ceremony

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Fort Drum applauds civilian workforce at quarterly ceremony

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258th Field Artillery Regiment Conducts Training at Fort Drum

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

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Operation WIRE

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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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Lowville, Bishop Ludden set for Section III Class C football final

Lowville and Bishop Ludden-Grimes/SAS/CSAS are scheduled to meet for the Section III Class C football championship at noon Saturday, Nov. 14, at the JMA Wireless Dome.

LowvilleSports11h ago