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It was bound to happen. We, as a society, have returned to the absolute apex of fashion absurdity. After decades of shrinking hemlines, plunging necklines, and the ever-present threat of sheer fabric malfunctions, we have finally arrived at what can only be described as the sartorial equivalent of a midlife crisis: the Butt Cleavage Dress.Yes, you read that correctly. Just when I thought fashion trends couldn’t get any more ridiculous, here comes a dress that takes the age-old philosophy of less...

New York -- The recent disclosure of an "emotional romantic relationship" between former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and his top aide, Melissa DeRosa, casts a new shadow over Cuomo's already blemished reputation. This revelation, emerging amid Cuomo's campaign for New York City mayor, underscores a troubling pattern of ethical breaches and alleged abuses of power that have characterized his career.Cuomo's tenure as governor was marred by numerous allegations of sexual harassment, with at leas...

Nikita Nicole Shook (38) Homeless - Shook is charged with Resisting Arrest, Criminal Impersonation in the Second Degree, and an Executive Arrest Warrant out of city court. Police reports say she intentionally prevented a uniformed police officer from performing an authorized arrest when she failed to place her arms behing her back causing a struggle to ensue. Police say Shook attempted to identify herself as Gina Pelligrino (DOB 05/22/99) to avoid being arrested on two active warrants out of city court. She was transported to PSB, where she was processed and held pending arraignment.

Bryant Patrick Sanford (38) 661 Factory St Apt.# 19 - Sanford was arrested on the 300 block oh High st. on an Executive Bench Warrant out of city court. He was transported to PSB, processed and held pending arraignment.

Jacob Isaiah Tompkins ( 42) 25265 State Route 3 - Thompkins was arrested by city police on the 200 block of N Pleasant St. on an Executive Bench Warrant from city court. He was transported to PSB, processed, and held pending arraignment.

Kelly James Earl (51) 2444 Back St., Felts Mills - Earl was arrested on a Executive Bench Warrant out of Watertown City Court. He was processed and peld pending his arraignment.

Watertown, NY — The Watertown City School District, encompassing the City of Watertown and the towns of LeRay, Pamelia, Rutland, and Watertown, has successfully secured community approval for its proposed $110 million capital project.

With a decisive vote of 678 in favor to 138 against, the community showed strong support for enhancing the safety, comfort, and overall well-being of students and staff. The approved funding will address essential infrastructure needs, ensuring that the district's schools remain safe, warm, and dry, providing an optimal learning environment for students and a supportive workplace for educators.

Dr. Larry C. Schmiegel, Superintendent of Schools, expressed his gratitude to the community for its trust and support:

"I am deeply grateful for the trust our community has placed in us by approving this capital project. This vot e reflects the shared belief that when our schools thrive, our entire community thrives. By investing in our schools, we are investing in the future of our children and the continued success of our district. As we say in our district’s motto, 'Our children, our future!' – this is a commitment to providing the best possible learning environments for all of our students. Thank you to everyone who participated in this important decision."

BRIDGET LEE DEPRIEST (43) 1007 STATE ST APT. 4 - The defendant did commit the offense of attempted assault in the second degree, when she struck Carl Burns on the back with a baseball bat multiple times attempting to cause physical injury. She was also charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the third degree when she possessed a baseball bat and used such dangerous/deadly instrument against Carl Burns by striking him multiple times on the back. The defendant did so while having a previou...

Albany, N.Y. -- New York’s ambitious overhaul of its home care system has hit a major roadblock, with a whistleblower from within the administration describing the situation as a complete “s--t show.” The transition, which was set to shift over 280,000 home care recipients to a new payment processing system managed by Public Partnerships LLC (PPL), has been met with delays, confusion, and growing backlash.The state originally planned to implement the change by April 1, but reports of unapproved...

In a recent development that has sent shockwaves through the Northville community, girls' basketball coach Jim Zullo has been dismissed following a postgame incident involving senior player Hailey Monroe. The episode, captured on camera, shows Zullo pulling Monroe's ponytail after the Falcons' loss to LaFargeville in the Class D New York State championship game at Hudson Valley Community College.

Monroe, who had fouled out during the game and is celebrated as the program's all-time leading scorer, was seen reacting to the unexpected gesture. The footage further depicts a teammate intervening between Zullo and Monroe before the scene shifts away.

In response to the incident, the Northville Central School District promptly issued a statement expressing deep concern over the coach's conduct:

"We hold our coaches to the highest standards of professionalism, sportsmanship, and respect for our student-athletes, and this behavior is completely unacceptable."

The district emphasized its commitment to maintaining a respectful and supportive environment for its athletes, announcing that Zullo "will no longer be coaching for the Northville Central School District." They also assured the community of ongoing support for the affected players and their families.

The incident has sparked discussions about appropriate coaching behavior and the importance of safeguarding student-athletes' well-being. As the community grapples with the aftermath, the focus remains on ensuring such incidents do not recur and that the values of respect and integrity are upheld within all school programs.

A large-scale fire broke out at 14673 Case Road in the Town of Brownville on Thursday, March 20, 2025, shortly after 1:30 PM. The fire quickly spread, prompting multiple fire departments to respond to the scene, where they battled a rapidly escalating blaze.

Numerous 911 calls flooded the emergency lines, reporting heavy fire coming from the residence. Assistant Chief Postorino of the Town of Brownville Fire Department, while en route, spotted a towering column of black smoke in the area, which led him to request additional support from Chaumont and the Town of Watertown fire departments.

Upon arrival, Assistant Chief Postorino confirmed that the two-story home was fully engulfed in flames, but fortunately, all occupants had safely evacuated the structure. The initial response was swift, with 7-1-1, the first arriving unit, deploying multiple attack lines and ground monitors for defensive operations. Glen Park Fire Department arrived shortly after and began deploying similar tactics to contain the fire.

Albany, New York -- In recent weeks, a coalition of New York state senators has intensified efforts to urge Governor Kathy Hochul to postpone the impending transition of the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) to a single fiscal intermediary. The transition, slated for April 1, 2025, aims to consolidate administrative functions under Public Partnerships LLC (PPL), replacing approximately 600 smaller entities. However, lawmakers and advocates express concerns about potential disruptions in care for thousands of vulnerable New Yorkers.

State Senator Leroy Comrie, a Democrat from Queens, has been at the forefront of this advocacy. On March 13, 2025, he dispatched a letter to Governor Hochul, co-signed by eight fellow senators, urging a postponement of the transition deadline to June 1. The letter highlighted the challenges faced by consumers and caregivers in navigating the new system, emphasizing that even those with proficient technological skills are encountering significant obstacles. Senator Comrie underscored the potential harm of a hasty transition, stating, "The cost of this is too high. Too many people will be harmed. For us to rush this process, just to appeal to people's egos."

Watertown Man Charged With Predatory Sexual Assault against a Child
On 03/14/2025 Watertown Police Department received a report of sex offense that occurred in 2020 in Watertown, NY. It was alleged that James Marquette had sexual contact with a five-year-old female on several occasions. The allegations were investigated by our criminal investigation division. The allegations were corroborated with the assistance of the Child Advocacy Center of Northern New York.

On 03/20/2025, James William Marquette Jr., a 46-year-old male residing on W Main St in Watertown, NY, was charged with Predatory Sexual Assault against a Child, a Class A-2 felony. He was arraigned in Jefferson County CAP Court and held without bail in the Jefferson County Correctional Facility.

WPD was assisted in this investigation by Jefferson County Child Protective Services.

Albany, NY -- The Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) in New York State is on the brink of a significant forced transformation that has sparked widespread concern among consumers, caregivers, and advocacy groups. The state's plan to transition to a single fiscal intermediary (FI) by April 1, 2025, has led to fears of potential disruptions in care for thousands of New Yorkers who rely on this vital program.  CDPAP is a Medicaid program that allows chronically ill or physically d...

Chad Michael Bleau (34) Homeless - Bleau was arrested on the 900 block of Huntington St in the city on a Executive Bench Warrant. He was transported to PSB, and held pending arraignment.

Ethan Daniels Stoural (26) 9500 Gillamn Loop Apt.# C Fort Drum - Stoural was pulled over on the 300 block of Eastern Blvd in the city and sighted for Speeding & Operating a Motorvehicle While Registration Suspended. He was transported to PSB, and turned over to PMO at 2100 hrs with appearance tickets for city court.

Dylan Mykal Peirce (23) 271 State St. Apt.# 407 - Peirce is charged by city police with Harassment in the Second Degree. Reports state that Peirce bent back the fingers of victim, Courtney Bishop, grabbed her throat and shoved her. He then punched her in the back of the head causing a bump during a domestic incident at 271 State St. Apt.# 408. He was arrested and issued a criminal summons ro Watertown City Court.

John James Baker (33) 138 Winthrop St - Baker was arrested on the 1600 block of Columbia St. in the city on a Executive Bench Warrant out of the city of Gouverneur. The defendant was turned over to State Police without incident.

Nicole Marie Pitts (46) 35319 Coolidge Rd. Philadelphia - Pits is charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in the Third Degree, & Operating a Motorvehicle without Registration. Police reports state during a traffic stop on the 300 block of S. Meadow St. and a search revealed Pitts to be in possession of 4.46 grams of a white powdery substance and a white rock like substance that field tested positive for cocaine. She was transported to PSB, processed and held pending arraignment.

Kyle Gordon Hanna (38) Homeless - Hanna was arrested for a Parole Violation. He was transported to PSB where he was processed and transported to JCJ custody.

Amber Aileen Howland (41) 292 N Indiana Ave. - Reports state that Howland was unlawfully in possession of a small plastic bag full of amphetamine/dextroamphetamine pills a scheduled 2 controlled substance. She was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree. She was arrested, transported to PSB where she was processed and issued an apperance ticket for City Court.

Brandi Mae Crosby (37) 114 N. Pleasant St. - Crosby was pulled over on the 500 block of Pearl St. in the City and charged with Operating a Motorvehicle with Registration Suspended. She was processed on scene and released with an appearance ticket for City Court.

Richard Allen Opelt Jr. (44) 309 Mullin St. Apt.# 2 - Opelt was pulled over on the 200 block of W. Flower Ave and charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Operating a Motorvehicle without a License, and Inatequate Brake Lights, he was processed on scene and released with an appearance ticket for City court.

Tashema Lasaundra Hackett (35) 1229 Faichney Dr. Apt.# 8 - Hackett was pulled over on the 300 block on Howk St. in the city and charged with Operating a Motorvehicle While Registration Suspended, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Operating a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance, & Operating a Motorvehicle Without A Inspection Certificate. She was processed on the scene and released with apperance tickets for Watertown City Court.Matthew James Lamar Askerneese (28) Homeless - Askerneese was arrested on...

Staten Island, N.Y. -- A transgender athlete who has been breaking women’s records for years ran unopposed in the 400-meter race at the USA Track and Field (USATF) Open Masters Championships on Saturday. Camden Schreiner, who identifies as "Sadie," was the only competitor in the women’s 400-meter dash in Staten Island, New York, after the other athletes listed for the event refused to compete.Race records indicate that the two other registered competitors, both teenage girls aged 16 and 17, were...

City Manager Eric Wagenaar's Annual Report for 2024

Skyler Jay Finnegan - Brayton (29) Homeless - Finnegan - Brayton is charged with Criminal Contempt In The First Degree & Harassment In The Second Degree. Reports state that he violated the term of a Stay Away Order of Protection when he struck Mykenzie Graves in the head and ear area. He was transported to PSB, processed and held pending arraignment.Chad Allen Counrtyman (32) 20848 Shepard St. - Countryman is charged with Robbery in the First Degree & Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Reports sta...

Albany, N.Y. -- In a brazen display of political vengeance, New York Governor Kathy Hochul is ruthlessly stripping her lieutenant governor, Antonio Delgado, of nearly all his power after he dared to hint at a primary challenge against her in the upcoming gubernatorial election. Hochul has wielded her authority like an iron-fisted ruler, reducing Delgado to little more than a figurehead—stripping him of office space, confiscating his electronic devices, and banishing his staff. The question remai...

Albany, New York -- After nearly two weeks of protests by corrections officers, a tentative agreement has been reached to address their concerns, Governor Kathy Hochul’s office confirmed Thursday night.

Corrections officers at 36 facilities across New York began walking off the job 11 days ago, citing unbearable working conditions. Despite not having the authority to strike, officers took action, forcing state officials to intervene.

To resolve the crisis, a special independent mediator was brought in on Monday to negotiate an agreement between the state and corrections officers. Following the negotiations, a consent award was reached, requiring all officers to return to work by March 1.

Governor Hochul acknowledged the difficulties faced by both staff and incarcerated individuals during the protests. “My top priority is the safety of all New Yorkers, and for the past 11 days, I have deployed every possible State resource to protect the well-being of correction officers, the incarcerated population, and local communities across New York,” she said in a statement.

New York State -- Governor Kathy Hochul's management of the ongoing New York prison guard strike has been widely criticized for exacerbating the crisis within the state's correctional system. The strike, which began over two weeks ago, involves approximately 15,000 correctional officers protesting unsafe working conditions, mandatory overtime, and the limitations imposed by the Humane Alternatives to Long-Term Solitary Confinement (HALT) Act.In response to the strike, Governor Hochul deployed ov...