Author: North Country Now

North Country jiu jitsu team attends tournament in Syracuse Sunday, December 3, 2023 – 9:05 am everal North Country Martial Arts Academy members traveled to Syracuse to compete in a Jiu-Jitsu tournament at the OnCenter in Syracuse. Representing the North Country Martial Arts Academy and pictured are Loxlin Paige, Aubrey Slate (2 bronze), Gia Clary…

CANTON – Canton author Chris Angus has released the first two books in his Young Adult series, loosely recommended for ages 10-18, but which adults will also enjoy. Book One is “Emma and the River of Time and Book Two is “Emma and the Egyptian Queen.” The stories revolve around a young girl who discovers…

VFW rifle squad in Massena receives donation Saturday, December 2, 2023 – 6:09 pm The Sons of the Amvets 4, Massena, recently made a donation to the VFW rifle squad. From the left are Steve O’Brien, VFW post commander, Tim Mattice, rifle squad, Gary Paller, Sons member, Mark Perry, Sons member, Fred Cockayne, rifle squad,…

Town / Photo Type :  Ogdensburg, Hammond, Heuvelton, Lisbon, Macomb, Morristown, Oswegatchie Tickets for the 7 p.m. Dec. 15 performance of “A Celtic Christmas” at George Hall Auditorium in Ogdensburg can be purchased by calling 315-393-2625 or by emailing [email protected]. More information can also be obtained by visiting www.ILoveTheatre.org or www.Facebook.com/OgdensburgCommandPerformances. Read more about the…

Amvets donate to Massena Meals on Wheels Friday, December 1, 2023 – 5:33 pm The Massena Sons of Amvets recently made a donation to the Massena Meals on Wheels program. Shown here are Sons Andy LaPointe, Gary Paller, Meals director Cindy Sullivan and Meals representative Stacie Sweet. Photo submitted.   Read the full article here

Corrections officers support Madrid Angel Tree Friday, December 1, 2023 – 1:23 pm The corrections officers and Sergeants from NYSCOPBA at Bare Hill Correctional Facility in Malone donated $500 to the Angel Tree Project for the third year. This project helps with giving every child in need gifts for Christmas. Pictured are Pam Dalton, Angel…

A scene from the Spring 2023 Crane Opera Ensemble production of “The Enchanted Pig” at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music, which just tied for first place in the National Opera Association production competition. SUNY Potsdam photo.   POTSDAM — The award-winning Crane Opera Ensemble from SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music has added another…

Creative wreath crafting in Canton Friday, December 1, 2023 – 9:38 am Aubrey Arel, 3, and her mother, Taylor Grogan of Canton, make a fall wreath using colorful leaves and acorns. They were creating their decoration during a Head Start home visit. St. Lawrence County Head Start is taking applications for its center and home…

Two charged in death of Massena child Friday, December 1, 2023 – 5:02 am Kaitlin S. Cyrus, 23, at left, and Jovannie E. Vega, 24, at right, have both been charged with second-degree manslaughter as a result of the assault that led to the death of a three-year-old child. Read story here. North Country Now…

Candlelight concert planned at Crane Thursday, November 30, 2023 – 5:26 pm Nearly 300 performers will fill the stage during the Crane Candlelight Concert at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music again this year. This year’s performances will be held on Sunday, Dec. 3, at 3 p.m. Read more here. SUNY Potsdam photo.   Read…