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Clarkson professor named National Science Foundation program director
Clarkson University professor Chen Liu has been selected as a program director at the National Science Foundation. In the role, he will help guide federal research investments in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence…
Lucky Night Market returns to Potsdam Friday
The Potsdam Chamber of Commerce is set to host the Lucky Night Market this Friday, November 13, at the Market Square Mall. Running from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., the event will feature local vendors selling handmade…
Canton repeats Section 10 swimming title, SLC, Potsdam second, third
Canton successfully defended its Section 10 girls swimming title this Sunday at SUNY Potsdam. The team secured the championship with a score of 271, finishing ahead of St. Lawrence Central, which placed second with 228…
Westhill stops historic OFA soccer run
Westhill defeated OFA in the New York State Class B Regional Championship game, ending the Blue Devils' historic undefeated season. Westhill secured the victory with two goals from sophomore Cassius Robinson, advancing…
SUNY Potsdam student athletes rake leaves for village seniors
Student athletes from SUNY Potsdam are participating in their annual leaf-raking day this weekend, assisting senior citizens in the village with yard maintenance. The long-standing tradition, which has continued for…
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WPBS plans free forest gardening screening with author Dani Baker
WPBS will host a free public screening of the series “The Home-Scale Forest Garden” on November 15 at St. Lawrence Nurseries in Potsdam. Author Dani Baker, whose book inspired the series, will participate in a…
College roundup: Visiting Clarkson sweeps SUNY Potsdam in women’s volleyball encounter
The Clarkson University women’s volleyball team concluded its regular season with a decisive 3-0 victory over SUNY Potsdam on Thursday night. The Golden Knights dominated the match at Maxcy Hall, winning in straight…
Potsdam Chamber announces Roxy Tattoo event, ribbon cutting Nov. 17
The Potsdam Chamber of Commerce has announced a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Roxy Tattoo studio, scheduled to take place on November 17. The event marks the official opening of the business in the local community.
Vendor booth spaces for chamber holiday market sold out
Vendor booth spaces for the St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce’s annual Craft, Food & Wine Holiday Market have sold out. The event is scheduled to take place at Maxcy Hall on the SUNY Potsdam campus on December 4…
Potsdam Chamber welcomes five new members
The Potsdam Chamber of Commerce has officially welcomed five new members to its organization.
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Grammy-nominated singer performing at Crane School of Music
A Grammy-nominated singer is scheduled to perform at the Crane School of Music. The event highlights the school's commitment to bringing high-profile musical talent to the campus for the benefit of students and the…
SUNY Potsdam Bears men’s hockey opens 2026-27 campaign this Friday
The SUNY Potsdam men's hockey team is set to begin its 2026-27 season this Friday with a home game against Elmira College at the Maxcy Ice Arena. Celebrating 50 years of the program, the team returns 17 veterans under…
Top-seeded OFA, Gouverneur win Class B soccer crowns
The OFA boys and Gouverneur girls soccer teams secured Section 10 Class B championships on Monday at SUNY Potsdam. Both top-seeded teams maintained their undefeated status with decisive victories over their opponents…
Potsdam man jailed without bail after domestic violence investigation
A 27-year-old Potsdam man, Jay Alexander McKinney, has been jailed without bail following a domestic violence investigation. Village police have charged McKinney with second-degree assault and third-degree criminal…
Clarkson University brings hands-on energy training to BOCES students through community partnership
Clarkson University has launched a new partnership with BOCES to provide hands-on energy training for students. This initiative aims to equip local learners with practical skills in the energy sector through…
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Potsdam man faces assault, weapon charges
Jay McKinney, 27, of Potsdam, was arrested following a domestic dispute on Debra Drive. According to WWNY, he faces charges of second-degree assault, third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, and obstruction of…
Massena man charged with stealing welder from Potsdam store
A Massena man has been formally charged following the theft of a welder from a store in Potsdam. State police had previously released a photograph of the suspect while conducting their investigation. Following the…
P-H ends series of near misses winning Class D boys soccer title
Parishville-Hopkinton secured the Section 10 Class D boys soccer title with a 3-0 victory over Heuvelton on Saturday. The Panthers, coached by Tony Engstrom, ended a long championship drought by taking an early lead…
Potsdam Chamber, village of Potsdam hosting Light the Night Parade
The Potsdam Chamber of Commerce and the village of Potsdam are organizing the upcoming Light the Night Parade. This community event aims to bring residents together for a festive celebration. Further details regarding…
College roundup: Pellerin, Hurry spark Clarkson women’s hockey past Dartmouth to record eighth straight win
The Clarkson women’s hockey team secured their eighth consecutive victory after defeating Dartmouth in a recent college matchup. Key performances from Pellerin and Hurry were instrumental in driving the team's offensive…
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OFA flips script to advance past Potsdam to face Gouverneur
The OFA Blue Devils advanced to the Section 10 Class C championship game after a 22-6 victory over Potsdam on Friday night. Despite losing starting quarterback Trent Power to injury, the team rallied behind backup Ryder…
SLC, B-M win Section 10 Class C soccer championships
St. Lawrence Central secured the Section 10 Class C girls soccer championship with a 5-0 victory over Brushton-Moira at SUNY Potsdam. In the boys' division, Brushton-Moira claimed the Class C title by defeating St…
Teen indicted in hit-and-run that left SUNY Potsdam student dead
A St. Lawrence County grand jury indicted a Brasher Falls teenager on Oct. 22 in a fatal hit-and-run involving a SUNY Potsdam student. The teen faces charges including manslaughter, assault and impaired driving…
SUNY Potsdam completes 7,000-square-foot botanical garden at WISER Center
SUNY Potsdam has completed a 7,000-square-foot botanical garden surrounding the greenhouses at its WISER Center. The garden contains about 180 native plants, including trees, flowers and berry bushes, and will give…
Teen indicted on manslaughter charges in fatal Potsdam hit-and-run
A St. Lawrence County grand jury has indicted 18-year-old Jakob Krise on multiple charges, including second-degree manslaughter and vehicular assault, following a fatal hit-and-run in Potsdam. Krise allegedly struck and…
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Potsdam Ace Hardware ‘extremely’ damaged in fire
A significant fire has caused extensive damage to the Evans and White Ace Hardware store located on Maple Street in Potsdam. St. Lawrence County fire investigators are currently on the scene to determine the cause of…