The average price of a gallon of gas in the United States is on track to be the second highest on record for the Fourth of July, according to GasBuddy.

North Country residents mark America’s 250th birthday at parks and beaches

Morristown and Norwood headline a full slate of Independence Day events across the region

Fireworks safety: What fire officials want you to know before you light up

Paddle for Betterment returns to Alexandria Bay for 25th year

Changes to the federal student loan program began Wednesday. Here's what to know

New York State of Health extends deadline for Essential Plan Cooling Program applications

RECALL ALERT: Thousands of air conditioners recalled due to fire, burn risks

Cornell study shows impact of immigrant workers on New York economy and communities 📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/07/02/cornell-study-shows-impact-immigrant-workers-new-york-economy-communities/ 

A new state audit has found that New York’s domestic violence hotline is failing to connect callers and texters seeking help, according to a report from State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s office.

Eligible New Yorkers can receive free meals through state food assistance program

A new program called Sheer Awareness is training hair salons, nail technicians, massage therapists, and other women-facing service workers on how to respond when a client discloses domestic violence.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Alex Ovechkin returning for 22nd NHL season, re-signs with Capitals 📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/07/02/im-back-alex-ovechkin-returning-22nd-nhl-season-re-signs-with-capitals/ 

NY joins other states in opposing USPS mail ballot rule

AAA Communications Specialist Valerie Puma shares tips for staying safe during Fourth of July holiday travel

Chateaugay man accused of altering company check for nearly $19K

JUST IN: Smullen drops congressional campaign after Oval Office meeting with Trump

Surrounded by friends and family in Ogdensburg Thursday, Richard Dillenbeck, a World War II veteran, turned 100 years old.

St. Lawrence Co. surveys storm damage, crews work to restore electricity

For many North Country restaurant employees, hot weather is a challenge in the kitchen.

New York hits solar energy milestone

A 3-year-old girl from Ogdensburg is cancer-free after more than a year of treatment at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse.

Soldiers at Fort Drum took part in the Red, White and Blue 5K run Thursday, combining fitness with patriotic spirit days before the nation’s 250th birthday.

JUST IN: Severe thunderstorm warning issued for part of St. Lawrence Co.

Sackets Harbor invites the public to come to its Great American Celebration this holiday weekend. 📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/07/02/sackets-harbor-planning-big-celebration-this-weekend/

Man faces arson charge for allegedly burning Watertown woman’s belongings

It’s time to sign up for the 24th Annual SpokerRide! 📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/07/02/24th-annual-spokerride-coming-up-this-month/ 

Artificial intelligence is now helping doctors measure heart health.

A free, six-week outdoor concert series returns to Adams on Wednesday, July 8.

Clayton Opera House packed with performances throughout July

Court papers: Strip search of 2 St. Lawrence Co. men allegedly turns up cocaine, meth

JUST IN: State Trooper escapes injury after DWI driver triggers chain-reaction crash 📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/07/02/state-trooper-escapes-injury-after-dwi-driver-triggers-chain-reaction-crash/ 

A storm that rolled through the North Country overnight knocked out power to thousands of National Grid customers across three counties.

Despite the heat, tens of millions of Americans have plans to travel this Fourth of July weekend.

Watertown’s Flynn Pool opening Thursday as swimmers seek relief from heat

North Country farmers are responding to New York state’s newly launched $30 million program aimed at helping them offset losses from federal tariffs.

Ogdensburg track camp beats the heat with early hours and extra water breaks

Residents rally against nuclear power in Massena as state plans upstate facilities

JUST IN: St. Lawrence Co. man faces assault, strangulation charges

The National Weather Service is investigating whether a microburst or tornado touched down in Lewis County during Tuesday afternoon’s storm.

Severe thunderstorm warning for St. Lawrence Co: 70 mph wind gusts, large hail possible

The heat is causing Watertown sidewalks to buckle.

Two North Country airports are receiving a combined $3 million-plus in federal grants for improvements.

St. Lawrence Co. man charged with animal cruelty in case of badly injured dog

Wind rips roof off Lewis Co. home, Red Cross provides emergency aid

Expert: Rent reporting could boost your credit score by up to 150 points

Heat advisories are in effect for Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties as hot temperatures and high humidity make it feel like it’s 100 degrees or more. 📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/07/01/feels-like-100-degrees-parts-north-country/ 

RECALL ALERT: Ford recalling 741,000 vehicles because of transmission issues

With schools out for the summer, New York State is partnering with libraries to kick off their 2026 Summer Reading Program.

#BREAKING: Ballston Spa man dies on Lewis County track