Chris Brock

Watertown

Features Writer and Copy Editor at Watertown Daily Times (Watertown, NY)

Articles

A (Little League) field day to reflect Harrisville’s community spirit

6 days ago | nny360.com | Chris Brock

HARRISVILLE — Since Harrisville Little League was founded 35 years ago, community spirit and commitment has enabled youth in the program to continue swinging for the fences. On Saturday, that spirit will be on display again when a new field in the Little League program is dedicated to a Harrisville couple credited with making the program what it is today.
Advocate Drum helps cultivate education/base link

1 week ago | nny360.com | Chris Brock

WATERTOWN — In the 40-year history of Advocate Drum and its mission to enhance the relationships between the north country’s military and civilian communities, one of the most obvious and influential elements of that mission has been scholastic education.
At 40 years, Advocate Drum firing on all cylinders

1 week ago | nny360.com | Chris Brock

WATERTOWN — In March 1990, five years after the 10th Mountain Division was reactivated at Fort Drum as one of the Army’s new light infantry divisions, Michael S. McFadden arrived as an enlisted soldier. “I grew up in southern Louisiana, so when I was walking from reception to my first unit, which you do when you are in light infantry, it was snowing,” he recalled.
Measles in NNY - A then-and-now look at ‘the speckled plague’

1 week ago | nny360.com | Chris Brock

WATERTOWN — In November 1900, the Watertown Daily Times reported on the latest outbreak of measles in the city:“It appears to be a rather mild type generally, though a few serious cases, mostly with children of frail constitutions, are reported. The speckled plague seems to be general, and the poor youngsters are being relegated to retirement in hordes before it,” the Times reported in a near-jaunty tone. But a month later, the “rather mild type” of measles in the city took deadly turns:Dec.
Canon enhances Colorado and Arizona platforms

1 week ago | digitalprintermag.co.uk | Chris Brock

Canon has announced a series of updates to its Colorado and Arizona large format printer platforms, aimed at expanding application potential and improving operator productivity. The Colorado M-series roll-to-roll printer, using Canon’s UVgel technology, now supports media up to 1.6mm thick—doubling its previous capacity. This broadens opportunities for applications such as interior décor and vehicle magnets. A new Magnetic Media Kit enables printing on stronger magnetic substrates.
Watertown Army vet selected for Warrior Expeditions cross-country bike trek

1 week ago | nny360.com | Chris Brock

WATERTOWN — David J. Martel has always dreamed about riding his bicycle across the United States. “I’ve heard people our age say, ‘Oh, I did that when I was 17. I graduated high school, got on a bike and rode,’” Martel, 60, said. “It’s a little different to do that now.”Also, Martel was rather busy in his younger days. The native of Haverhill, Mass., near the border of New Hampshire, retired to Watertown after a 32-year career in the Army.
Assemblyman Gray says Micron pitch, in print, worth his investment

2 weeks ago | nny360.com | Chris Brock

WATERTOWN — When it comes to the north country tapping into the opportunities that Micron Technology’s multi-billion semiconductor manufacturing campus in Clay could provide, 116th District State Assemblyman Scott A. Gray is putting his money where his mouth is.
Veterans helping veterans ease trauma through grace, growth and storytelling - ‘At the Bandstand’

2 weeks ago | nny360.com | Chris Brock

SACKETS HARBOR — Army combat veteran Andrew J. Cox knew something had to change following the birth of his third child. Thus began his “journey back to self,” using the tools he now shares with other veterans who have also faced wartime trauma. At 4 p.m., Sunday, Cox, a trauma coach and former first responder, will share his story of service and resilience at the Live at the Bandstand series. The series was created in 2022 by Ingrid Cleveland Gori in memory of her father, John H.
Jefferson County leaders hear of Micron progress and opportunities

2 weeks ago | nny360.com | Chris Brock

WATERTOWN — Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon has traveled the world on duties related to the Micron project in Syracuse. But on Thursday afternoon, he stopped by the Jefferson County Historic Courthouse where he updated Jefferson County leaders on the project and the opportunities available here. In October 2022, it was announced that Micron Technology will build a semiconductor manufacturing campus that is projected to create 50,000 jobs statewide over the coming decades.
Jefferson County leaders hear of Micron progress and opportunities

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Chris Brock

Apr. 24—WATERTOWN — Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon has traveled the world on duties related to the Micron project in Syracuse. But on Thursday afternoon, he stopped by the Jefferson County Historic Courthouse where he updated Jefferson County leaders on the project and the opportunities available here. In October 2022, it was announced that Micron Technology will build a semiconductor manufacturing campus that is projected to create 50,000 jobs statewide over the coming decades.