Vermont residents decry complex based on Joseph Smith’s plan
pSHARON, Vt. — An obelisk soars into the sky on a hill in central Vermont, marking the birthplace of the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — and perhaps...
View ArticleHow to tell if other people think you’re hot, according to science
pOne of the most pressing and mysterious questions for humans, the self-centered beings that we are, is what other people think about us. We expend a huge amount of time and mental energy wondering if...
View ArticleParrot species in US cities may rival that in native Mexico
pSAN DIEGO — U.S. researchers are launching studies on Mexico’s red-crowned parrot — a species that has been adapting so well to living in cities in California and...
View ArticleMany Western states seek ways to lower high suicide rates
pThroughout the interior West, states in a belt from Montana to New Mexico are looking for ways to lower their highest-in-the-nation suicide rates, although gun-specific initiatives are a touchy...
View ArticleAmong Navy SEALs, a split over cashing in on the brand
pEric Greitens’ bid for governor of Missouri hinges on his experience as a Navy SEAL, which he has chronicled in three books and touts on his campaign website, where he is pictured wearing a...
View ArticleGun forum held to clarify laws, discuss SAFE Act and pistol permits
pBRIER HILL — The St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office, former officers and St. Lawrence County officials spent about 90 minutes Saturday working to dispel rumors, clarify laws...
View ArticleWatertown man charged with endangering the welfare of two children
pWATERTOWN — Travis M. Swett, 38, of 618 Bronson St., was charged by city police with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child around 8:30 p.m. Friday at his residence./ppPolice said...
View ArticleAdams Center man accused of criminal mischief, disorderly conduct
pWATERTOWN — City police charged Nakita S. Bedore, 22, of 13655 U.S. Route 11, Adams Center, with third-degree criminal mischief and disorderly conduct in two separate incidents early...
View ArticleWatertown man charged with criminal mischief
pWATERTOWN — Robert D. Harvey, 31, of 698 Grant St., Apt. A, was charged by city police with fourth-degree criminal mischief and endangering the welfare of a child following a domestic...
View ArticleCity police charge Fort Drum man with disorderly conduct
pWATERTOWN — City police charged Timothy K. Han, 24, of 10622 5th Armored Division Drive, Apt. 234, Fort Drum, with disorderly conduct at 2:10 a.m. Saturday./ppPolice said Mr. Han urinated...
View ArticleBarn quilting documentary draws crowd of those interested in quilting traditions
pCANTON — As an extension of the heritage displayed in the art of quilting, barn quilts have become a popular creative expression around the north country in recent years./ppOn Sunday,...
View ArticleLewis maple producers say season has been a good one
pCROGHAN — Despite the unseasonably warm winter, area maple producers say this season has been a sweet one./pp“It’s been a good season,” Lyle J....
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pn Jefferson Community College will hold an information session for prospective nursing degree program students from 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday in Room 6-118 of the Jules Center./ppn COPENHAGEN —...
View ArticleDedication of Jefferson Community College’s new learning center for John...
pWATERTOWN — Jefferson Community College will honor John W. Deans with the dedication of the Collaborative Learning Center at from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday. /ppMr. Deans, JCC’s third...
View ArticleCarthage school board candidates sought
pCARTHAGE — Candidates are sought for three vacancies on the Carthage Central School District Board of Education. The vacancies are due to the expiration of the three-year terms of...
View ArticlePart-time police policy approved in Carthage
pCARTHAGE — The village board of trustees has approved a part-time police policy presented by Police Chief Reginald Huber Jr. /ppThe policy states the department “will employ...
View ArticleBuff at 63 — Carthage senior competes in bodybuilding championship
pCARTHAGE — Proving it is never too late to get into shape, John J. Astafan, 63, of Limburg Forks Road, recently placed third in his age group at the Mr./Ms. Buffalo Bodybuilding, Figure and...
View ArticleCarthage is ‘Open for Business’ April 9
pCARTHAGE — For the fourth year, the Carthage Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the annual “Carthage Area is Open for Business” event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday....
View ArticleMotorists charged with driving while intoxicated and related offenses
pThe following people are charged with driving while intoxicated and related offenses:/ppspan class="bullet"n/span Derrick A. Dodds, 43, of Theresa, was charged by state police with DWI, leaving the...
View ArticleChateaugay school board blocks tax break for Jericho Rise wind farm project
pCHATEAUGAY — The Board of Education has voted not to allow a tax exemption for solar or wind projects within the school district boundaries — a move school officials say is...
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