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1 week ago | 
northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton
OGDENSBURG -- Ogdensburg is hoping to secure an engineering firm to assist with repairs and improvements to the city pool, including a new splash pad. The City of Ogdensburg was awarded $2.5 million for renovations to the Elsa M. Luksich Municipal pool and bathhouse in August of 2024, which came as a result of efforts from former City Planner Andrea Smith.
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1 week ago | 
northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton
Posted 4/15/25OGDENSBURG — Ogdensburg City School District's plans for a new transportation facility are moving forward. On Monday City Council approved plans to sell 2.73 acres of land for just $1 to …This item is available in full to subscribers.
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1 week ago | 
northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton
OGDENSBURG — For the first time in six years Ogdensburg City School District taxpayers will likely see a jump in the tax levy. Superintendent Kevin Kendall says the increase is necessary for the district to continue to maintain its robust curriculum. The budget proposal calls for a 2.49% tax levy increase. That’s about $263,899 over last year for a total of $10,862,259.
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1 week ago | 
northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton
OGDENSBURG -- Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority is sounding the alarm after losing an estimated $40,000 - $50,000 in March alone due to declines in bridge traffic. In recent weeks comments made by the President regarding Canada have led some Canadians to stop crossing the border for their shopping. There has also been a lot of uncertainty about tariffs with the White House announcing, delaying and reversing calls for hikes on a near weekly basis.
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2 weeks ago | 
northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton
LISBON -- Several local school districts are experiencing connectivity issues related to standardized tests that are being administered to grades 3-8. Lisbon Central School District Superintendent Pat Farrand says the districts have been in communication with the State Education Department who is working with the testing vendor to resolve the issues. Farrand said he confirmed that some districts are having success while others are not.
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3 weeks ago | 
northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton
OGDENSBURG — Retired Ogdensburg Free Academy teacher and public servant John Tebo will fill an unexpired term on city council until the next election. Tebo was among three candidates put forward by the vacancy committee to fill a vacancy on council left by Michael Weaver, who recently resigned after moving outside the city limits. John Tebo, an Ogdensburg, native and retired OFA teacher and coach who currently serves as chair of the recreation commission, is also in the running.
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4 weeks ago | 
northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton
An executive order barring corrections officers who were participated in illegal strikes from working in state and local government positions will expire April 9 and will not be renewed, according to Assemblyman Scott Gray, R-Watertown,The controversial order came down from Gov. Kathy Hochul following strikes that forced the state to deploy the National Guard to stabilize the prisons. The strikes came in the wake of mounting concerns regarding safety.
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4 weeks ago | 
northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton
Congressional hopeful Blake Gendebien says his plan to win the 21st Congressional District has not changed, despite the fact there will be no special election now that Rep. Elise Stefanik will not vacate her seat.
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4 weeks ago | 
northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton
Elise Stefanik will retain her seat in the 21st Congressional District at President Donald Trump's request. Stefanik had been selected by the president to serve as his U.S. Ambassador, but in a statement he posted to on Truth Social, he said he needed her more in the congressional seat. “As we advance our America First Agenda, it is essential that we maintain EVERY Republican Seat in Congress.
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4 weeks ago | 
northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton
OGDENSBURG — A retired teacher, former city councilor and a businessman have been recommended by the vacancy committee to fill an unexpired term on city council until the November election. Former City Councilor and who also served as Chair of the Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority Sam LaMacchia says he's interested in improvising the lives of Ogdensburg residents. He says develop vacant lands, leverage resources like the airport and work with elected officials to stabilize the city.
