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City of Watertown to rename two Thompson Park roads after former mayors
Skip to contentPosted: Oct 4, 2023 / 02:58 PM EDTUpdated: Oct 4, 2023 / 03:00 PM EDTWATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The City of Watertown will honor a couple of former mayors by renaming two streets at Thompson Park in their honor.Former mayors Jeff Graham and Joseph Butler, Jr. will each have a road named after them in a 9 a.m. ceremony Thursday, October 5 at Thompson Park. The event will be held in the main pavilion.Watertown road work expected to wrap up by late-OctoberThe resolution would have North Entrance Drive, which is the 2,490-foot length of drive between Park Circle and Pinnacle Wood...…Skip to contentPosted: Oct 4, 2023 / 02:58 PM EDTUpdated: Oct 4, 2023 / 03:00 PM EDTWATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The City of Watertown will honor a couple of former mayors by renaming two streets at Thompson Park in their honor.Former mayors Jeff Graham and Joseph Butler, Jr. will each have a road named after them in a 9 a.m. ceremony Thursday, October 5 at Thompson Park. The event will be held in the main pavilion.Watertown road work expected to wrap up by late-OctoberThe resolution would have North Entrance Drive, which is the 2,490-foot length of drive between Park Circle and Pinnacle Wood...WW…
City of Watertown to raise German flag Thursday for German-American Day
Skip to contentPosted: Oct 4, 2023 / 03:47 PM EDTUpdated: Oct 4, 2023 / 03:48 PM EDTWATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The City of Watertown will hoist the German flag as part of German-American Day festivities at City Hall at noon on Thursday, October 5.Mayor Jeff Smith will be joined by members of the German-American Club of Watertown and read a proclamation in front of City Hall.City officials welcome the public to come and celebrate the anniversary of German American immigration and culture to the United States.>>>>Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days 2023 October fall sale event is here....…Skip to contentPosted: Oct 4, 2023 / 03:47 PM EDTUpdated: Oct 4, 2023 / 03:48 PM EDTWATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The City of Watertown will hoist the German flag as part of German-American Day festivities at City Hall at noon on Thursday, October 5.Mayor Jeff Smith will be joined by members of the German-American Club of Watertown and read a proclamation in front of City Hall.City officials welcome the public to come and celebrate the anniversary of German American immigration and culture to the United States.>>>>Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days 2023 October fall sale event is here....WW…
North country evening weather: Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Skip to contentPosted: Oct 4, 2023 / 04:40 PM EDTUpdated: Oct 4, 2023 / 04:40 PM EDTStorm Team Meteorologist Carson Metcalf has the latest weather updates and 7-day forecast for the North Country.Looking for more weather resources?We’ve got you covered:7-Day ForecastClosings & DelaysInteractive RadarLive Weather CameraMap CenterSki ReportWeather AlertsWeather UpdatesStay up to date on the North Country’s local forecast with ABC50’s weather updates, also available on the mobile app and daily newsletter.>>>>Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days 2023 October fall sale...…Skip to contentPosted: Oct 4, 2023 / 04:40 PM EDTUpdated: Oct 4, 2023 / 04:40 PM EDTStorm Team Meteorologist Carson Metcalf has the latest weather updates and 7-day forecast for the North Country.Looking for more weather resources?We’ve got you covered:7-Day ForecastClosings & DelaysInteractive RadarLive Weather CameraMap CenterSki ReportWeather AlertsWeather UpdatesStay up to date on the North Country’s local forecast with ABC50’s weather updates, also available on the mobile app and daily newsletter.>>>>Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days 2023 October fall sale...WW…
Intersection of Seward St. and Starbuck Ave to be closed today in Watertown
Skip to contentPosted: Oct 5, 2023 / 07:30 AM EDTUpdated: Oct 4, 2023 / 04:03 PM EDTWATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Another construction project is set for early Thursday, October 5.The intersection of Seward Street and Starbuck Avenue will be closed off as workers will be digging a test hole.Washington Street in Watertown to undergo road work through OctoberThe intersection will be closed to all traffic for the duration of the work. Drivers should avoid the area if possible and follow detour signs around the construction zone.As always, motorists should exercise extreme caution when encountering...…Skip to contentPosted: Oct 5, 2023 / 07:30 AM EDTUpdated: Oct 4, 2023 / 04:03 PM EDTWATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Another construction project is set for early Thursday, October 5.The intersection of Seward Street and Starbuck Avenue will be closed off as workers will be digging a test hole.Washington Street in Watertown to undergo road work through OctoberThe intersection will be closed to all traffic for the duration of the work. Drivers should avoid the area if possible and follow detour signs around the construction zone.As always, motorists should exercise extreme caution when encountering...WW…
Today in Hockey History: Montreal Canadiens Trade P.K. Subban to Nashville Predators
Spread the loveDuring the NHL’s hiatus, we at the Last Word on Hockey are going to look back at each date’s historical significance to the game. We’ll remember the moments that shaped the sport of hockey that happened on this day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history for June 29th, featuring and .2016: One of the wildest days in transactions takes place on this date. The acquire former top pick from the . comes to Edmonton in return at 3:34 p.m. ET. Hall wins the Hart Trophy for MVP in the 2017-18 season.The and swap All-Star defencemen just 20 minutes later. Montreal parts with...…Spread the loveDuring the NHL’s hiatus, we at the Last Word on Hockey are going to look back at each date’s historical significance to the game. We’ll remember the moments that shaped the sport of hockey that happened on this day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history for June 29th, featuring and .2016: One of the wildest days in transactions takes place on this date. The acquire former top pick from the . comes to Edmonton in return at 3:34 p.m. ET. Hall wins the Hart Trophy for MVP in the 2017-18 season.The and swap All-Star defencemen just 20 minutes later. Montreal parts with...WW…
Today in Hockey History: New York Islanders Hire Barry Trotz
Spread the loveDuring the NHL’s hiatus, we at the Last Word on Hockey are going to look back at each date’s historical significance to the game. We’ll remember the moments that shaped the sport of hockey that happened on this day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history for June 21st, featuring Barry Trotz.2018: The sign the former and coach to a five-year deal. Trotz is fresh off winning the Capitals their first Stanley Cup in five games over the . The move comes three days after he resigns from Washington after the two sides couldn’t reach an extension.Trotz becomes the first coach...…Spread the loveDuring the NHL’s hiatus, we at the Last Word on Hockey are going to look back at each date’s historical significance to the game. We’ll remember the moments that shaped the sport of hockey that happened on this day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history for June 21st, featuring Barry Trotz.2018: The sign the former and coach to a five-year deal. Trotz is fresh off winning the Capitals their first Stanley Cup in five games over the . The move comes three days after he resigns from Washington after the two sides couldn’t reach an extension.Trotz becomes the first coach...WW…
Hockey Hall of Fame Misses With Alexander Mogilny Snub
Spread the loveSelecting members for any class of the is always a difficult task. However, it shouldn’t take 12 times for to make the vaunted halls. The former , , and forward didn’t get elected when Wednesday’s class was announced., , and Kim St. Pierre . made it in the Builders category. Hoss and Iginla made it in their first year on the ballot. Mogilny’s name had picked up steam but was ultimately left out.This year’s class is a deserving one, but Mogilny’s omission seems to be a glaring one. Former Athletic writerThere are 18 voters on the election and committee and one needs 14 to gain...…Spread the loveSelecting members for any class of the is always a difficult task. However, it shouldn’t take 12 times for to make the vaunted halls. The former , , and forward didn’t get elected when Wednesday’s class was announced., , and Kim St. Pierre . made it in the Builders category. Hoss and Iginla made it in their first year on the ballot. Mogilny’s name had picked up steam but was ultimately left out.This year’s class is a deserving one, but Mogilny’s omission seems to be a glaring one. Former Athletic writerThere are 18 voters on the election and committee and one needs 14 to gain...WW…
Today in Hockey History: Quebec Nordiques Take Eric Lindros
Spread the loveDuring the NHL’s hiatus, we at the Last Word on Hockey are going to look back at each date’s historical significance to the game. We’ll remember the moments that shaped the sport of hockey that happened on this day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history for June 22nd, featuring .1991: The select Lindros with the first overall pick of the 1991 NHL Draft. Lindros said he would never play for the club, citing ownership. The Memorial Cup winner with the Oshawa Generals would stay in the CHL and play for the 1992 Canadian Olympic team while he waited.Quebec worked out...…Spread the loveDuring the NHL’s hiatus, we at the Last Word on Hockey are going to look back at each date’s historical significance to the game. We’ll remember the moments that shaped the sport of hockey that happened on this day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history for June 22nd, featuring .1991: The select Lindros with the first overall pick of the 1991 NHL Draft. Lindros said he would never play for the club, citing ownership. The Memorial Cup winner with the Oshawa Generals would stay in the CHL and play for the 1992 Canadian Olympic team while he waited.Quebec worked out...WW…
Today in Hockey History: 1987-88 Edmonton Oilers Establish Tradition
Spread the loveDuring the NHL’s hiatus, we at the Last Word on Hockey are going to look back at each date’s historical significance to the game. We’ll remember the moments that shaped the sport of hockey that happened on this day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history for May 26th, featuring the 1987-88 .1988: gets a goal and two assists as the Oilers take Game 5 over the . The Oilers beat the Bruins, 6-3, to clinch the Cup. Edmonton wins the series four games to zero after Game 4 is not counted after a power outage. Gretzky is the first player to get 250 post-season...…Spread the loveDuring the NHL’s hiatus, we at the Last Word on Hockey are going to look back at each date’s historical significance to the game. We’ll remember the moments that shaped the sport of hockey that happened on this day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history for May 26th, featuring the 1987-88 .1988: gets a goal and two assists as the Oilers take Game 5 over the . The Oilers beat the Bruins, 6-3, to clinch the Cup. Edmonton wins the series four games to zero after Game 4 is not counted after a power outage. Gretzky is the first player to get 250 post-season...WW…
Today in Hockey History: Wayne Gretzky Plays Final Game for New York Rangers
Spread the love1999: The Great One, now playing for the gets an assist and his 2,857th point in his final NHL game. New York would lose 2-1 in overtime to the . seal the win with a goal at 1:22 of OT.Gretzky would get a videotaped message from his idol before the game. Number 99 would skate around the ice at Madison Square Garden in a few victory laps. He’d finish with 894 goals and 1,963 NHL assists for his final numbers.1942: The cap an improbable rally by beating the , 3-1, in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final. scored twice as the Leafs were the first team to overturn an 0-3 hole.1959: The...…Spread the love1999: The Great One, now playing for the gets an assist and his 2,857th point in his final NHL game. New York would lose 2-1 in overtime to the . seal the win with a goal at 1:22 of OT.Gretzky would get a videotaped message from his idol before the game. Number 99 would skate around the ice at Madison Square Garden in a few victory laps. He’d finish with 894 goals and 1,963 NHL assists for his final numbers.1942: The cap an improbable rally by beating the , 3-1, in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final. scored twice as the Leafs were the first team to overturn an 0-3 hole.1959: The...WW…