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E-bikes a growing concern in city, but officials say local restrictions are a possibility

1 week ago | northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton

OGDENSBURG -- In Ogdensburg the prevalent use of electronic bikes is becoming a concern. Councilor Jennifer Stevenson said she's been receiving a number of complaints from constituents that the bikes are becoming "a huge problem in the city.""I had a number of calls over the weekend.
Business - North Country Now

1 week ago | northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton |Jeff Chudzinski

651 results total, viewing 121 - 140 OGDENSBURG – Flights from Ogdensburg to Orlando, Fla. are already filling up as Breeze Air's plan to add the seasonal destination to its local offerings are set to begin Feb. 13. One-way … POTSDAM - What started as a passion for music has turned into a decade-long legacy in Potsdam, as Brick & Mortar Music celebrates 10 years of supporting local musicians and schools. … OGDENSBURG - Years after the city assisted in securing $1.3 million in grant funding to...
Business - North Country Now

1 week ago | northcountrynow.com | Josh Davis |Jeff Chudzinski |Jimmy Lawton

651 results total, viewing 1 - 20 CANTON—It will be at least another year before visible progress is made on Canton’s Midtown Plaza project. Town Economic Developer Leigh Rodriguez said to expect to be patient … CANTON – North Country Savings Bank reports that the Canton Branch lobby will undergo a complete renovation in an effort to modernize the space and the way we serve our customers. Due to … Through Subaru Loves to Care partnership with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Barstow Subaru...
Majority of gear secured to outfit probation officers who hope to carry firearms - North Country Now

1 week ago | northcountrynow.com | Jeff Chudzinski

CANTON -- Probation officers in St. Lawrence County are on pace to be armed for personal protection by the fall, according to county officials. Probation Director Tim Lepage offered an update to county legislators recently, saying much of the duty gear required to arm and outfit the officers had been ordered, with training on the horizon. "We're closer, we're getting there," Lepage said.
Illegal dumping forces Massena DPW to limit hours at South Main Street location - North Country Now

1 week ago | northcountrynow.com | Jeff Chudzinski

MASSENA -- Illegal dumping at the former DPW site on South Main Street has forced the Village Department of Public Works to decrease hours for brush and leaves drop offs. According to DPW Superintendent Marty Miller, that change was effective June 2. Miller recently said the dumping had continued to increase in recent months, despite repeated warnings from village officials that such activity would lead to the location being closest monitored and the main gate being closed.
SLC Sheriff calling on state leaders to move state-ready inmates out of county jail

1 week ago | northcountrynow.com | Jeff Chudzinski

CANTON -- St. Lawrence County continues to house state-ready inmates in the county jail, costing taxpayers thousands of dollars each year as the inmates await transport to start prisons. Sheriff Rick Engle updated legislators on the issues faced by the county during the June 9 Operations Committee meeting, saying costs continue to rise each year. "As you can see, these costs keep going up.
Ogdensburg leaders and community members reassure Canadians that they are welcome here

1 week ago | northcountrynow.com | Jimmy Lawton

OGDENSBURG -- Ogdensburg community members and leaders are working to show appreciation to their Canadian neighbors. Recently Mayor Michael Tooley visited Prescott Mayor Gauri Shankar in an attempt to solidify long-existing bonds between the communities that share the St. Lawrence River. Tooley told Ogdensburg residents that regardless of national rhetoric he wanted the neighboring community to know they are appreciated and welcomed.
Village of Massena tackling camping on public property, diseased trees with code updates

1 week ago | northcountrynow.com | Jeff Chudzinski

MASSENA -- Village of Massena officials have modified the village code in an effort to curb camping on public property following multiple reports of homeless individuals camping on village property. Trustees approved multiple resolutions following public comment periods that did not yield any comments during the May 20 board meeting. Mayor Greg Paquin addressed the issue, noting that there had been multiple cases of individuals camping on public property in recent weeks.
County signs off on $15,000 funding for County Chamber branded merchandise - North Country Now

2 weeks ago | northcountrynow.com | Jeff Chudzinski

CANTON -- The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce will receive $15,000 for branded merchandise and local souvenirs to bolster tourism promotion efforts. County legislators approved the funding during the June 2 full board meeting. Officials said the funds will be used to procure local souvenirs and unique merchandise they hope visitors will purchase to commemorate their visit and experience in the county.
Village of Massena DPW repaves portion of North Main Street following numerous requests

2 weeks ago | northcountrynow.com | Jeff Chudzinski

MASSENA -- Municipalities and the county are in full swing on highway projects, including culvert replacements and paving projects but for the village of Massena tight budgets mean limited paving this year. Department of Public Works Superintendent Marty Miller previously told village trustees he had only scheduled to pave two roads this year, Owl Avenue and Douglas Road, due to budget constraints and potential pitfalls from years of neglect.