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Syracuse University political science professor Grant Reeher talks Election Day
SYRACUSE, N.Y. WSYR-TV) — Syracuse University political science professor Grant Reeher spoke with NewsChannel 9 Anchor Jeff Kuliokowsky on Central New York and the North Country’s possible roles in th...
Saturday Sports: Sectional finals in boys’ and girls’ soccer and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
North Country businesses form child care coalition
Business leaders and child care advocates in the Adirondacks have created a coalition to bolster child care in Warren, Franklin, Clinton, Essex and Hamilton counties.
NEK, North Country Winter Fun Off The Slopes
NORTHEAST KINGDOM, VT/NORTH COUNTRY, NH — Frost on the windows, heat turned on, wood piles stacked, and winter coats ready to roll … winter is right around the corner in
Sunday Sports: Section 3 football matchups announced and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: North Country football, soccer and swimming over the weekend
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Democrat running for Stefanik's seat says 'my identity is not in politics'
Upstate New York congressional candidate Blake Gendebien (D) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his campaign in New York's North Country and where his priorities fit into the Democratic Party's agenda.
Community Health Center of the North Country, NAHEC to host event focusing on needs of older adults
POTSDAM — Community Health Center of the North Country and The Northern Area Health Education Center (NAHEC), through the Older Adult Rural Support (OARS) program, will host a community roundtable …
Healthcare forum provides answers to North Country residents
Retired Dr. Christopher Hoy shared answers to community questions about healthcare based on his 35 years of experience in medicine.
Letter: Anthony Constantino will stand up for the Second Amendment
I am an outdoorsmen and gun owner here in the North Country, and I've spent years helping hunters and sport shooters exercise a right that's guaranteed to every one of
A Major Labor Boom in CNY? Not Here Yet
With so many major projects going on — Micron, I-81 viaduct and others — job growth is predicted to increase. But so far the number of jobs in the region has declined By Aaron Gifford [caption id=attachment_11065 align=alignright width=350] Amy Stage, deputy director at the Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY): “For us, the conversation isn’t just about filling jobs. It’s about creating sustainable pathways that help people see a future for themselves in manufacturing.”[/caption] The I-81 viaduct project in Syracuse and Micron facility construction in Clay are expected to create a major labor boom for Central New York. But for the time being, the number of jobs here has actually decreased in the past year. The New York State Department of Labor reported that, for the annual comparison of June 2025 to this past June, private sector jobs decreased by 2,200 or less than 1% to 260,000. Job gains were concentrated in leisure and hospitality (+700), private education and health services (+400) and other services (+300). Job losses for that annual period were reported in the areas of trade, transportation and utilities (-1,500); professional and business services (-1,000); financial activities (-500); mining, logging and construction (-300); manufacturing (-200); and information (-100). The public sector job count rose over 12 months, with most growth concentrated in education, the state Department of Labor reported. Looking ahead, the Central New York economy is expected to benefit from both the Micron and I-81 viaduct projects over a period of several years. Initial job growth is foreseen in construction and computer and electronic manufacturing. Spin-off jobs will be created in the areas of professional and business services, health care and education, the state Department of Labor said in an email response to Oswego County Business magazine. “Population growth tied to the buildout of Micron Technology semiconductor complex in Clay is also expected to bring more workers and residents to the region, increasing demand for transportation services,” the agency said. New York Department of Labor highlighted current or projected job growth trends in various sectors. An increase in defense-related contracts at local high-tech employers has continued to support employment growth in the computer and electronic product manufacturing sector and Micron is expected to generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs as the project progresses. This sector paid an annual average wage of $117,500 in 2025 and employment in the sector is projected to grow by over 60% through 2032, making it the fastest-growing industry in the region. Typical occupations in this industry include electrical, electronic and electromechanical assemblers, software developers and industrial engineers, the state agency reported. Specialty trade contractors include several different types of tradespeople — electricians, plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters and HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) mechanics and installers. Many of these positions are trained through apprenticeships, the state Department of Labor reported. The Interstate 81 construction project is generating local jobs, including construction laborers, projected to grow at a 6.4% rate, and operating engineers and other construction equipment operators, projected to grow at a 7.3% rate over the next several years. Construction of the Micron Technology facility is also “creating thousands of job opportunities that will continue over the next two decades,” the state agency reported. The specialty trade contractors sector paid an annual average wage of $86,200 in 2025. For Central New York, the challenge isn’t creating jobs, it’s filling them. Amy Stage, a deputy director at the Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY), said meeting this unprecedented growth is a much larger task than just replacing retirees. “We’re seeing workforce gaps at every experience level,” she said. “Companies need entry-level employees, experienced technicians, supervisors, engineers and skilled trades professionals. The opportunity is tremendous, but we need more people entering these career pathways.” Employers are looking for people who can troubleshoot, read technical information, use computers and learn new processes, not just perform repetitive production work, Stage said. To address this demand, the MACNY created the Manufacturers Talent Institute, which aims to connect students and job seekers with meaningful career pathways while helping employers build their workforce. Twenty-one companies have so far signed up to provide opportunities for more than 800 students. “For us, the conversation isn’t just about filling jobs,” Stage said. “It’s about creating sustainable pathways that help people see a future for themselves in manufacturing.” Several manufacturing facilities in the region are in the midst of expansion: • TTM Technologies, a leading U.S. manufacturer of advanced electronics and interconnect solutions for aerospace, defense and high-technology markets, which has a plant in DeWitt, completed its buildout of an additional facility, adding 400 jobs and expanding production of high-tech circuit boards for defense and critical electronics applications. • In Cortlandville, the Byrne Hollow Crossing Plant, a dairy manufacturing and processing facility, is increasing its operations, creating 100 new jobs. • The Chobani yogurt company is building a 1.4-million square foot dairy processing facility in Oneida County. This will create more than 1,000 good-paying jobs and double Chobani’s New York state workforce, Stage said. Stage noted several ways that local, state and federal governments can help spur manufacturing job growth in this region. Elected leaders and public agencies could work with industry representatives to create pre-apprenticeship and registered apprenticeship programs seeking to upskill workers and improve employee retention. New York state has a variety of grants, tax incentives and financing programs to support site preparation, infrastructure, workforce development and capital investment. The U.S. Department of Labor has a pay-for-performance incentive program that provides employers $3,500 per new apprentice hired and retained for 90 days. MACNY was previously awarded an $87,000 federal grant that will cover 25 apprentices at nine companies. The manufacturing skills gap in the United States, at its current rate, could result in 2.1 million unfilled jobs by 2030, according to a study by Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute. In New York state, that gap is on pace to exceed 100,000 unfilled positions within six years. Manufacturing companies will be counting on more women to help fill that gap. While women make up half of the overall U.S. workforce, they only account for 29% of the manufacturing workforce in this country, Stage said. “Pre-apprenticeship programs like Real Life Rosies help to bring awareness to the manufacturing industry to fill some of the gaps, but we have a long way to go and it starts with educating people at younger ages about careers in manufacturing and earn-and-learn opportunities,” she said. As for Micron, that $100 billion-plus project, considered the largest private investment in New York state history, is expected to eventually create up to 50,000 jobs throughout the region, factoring in the spin-off opportunities for construction and supply chains. The plant’s foundation was poured on July 9. “As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, data and memory are foundational to the modern economy — and Micron is increasing our U.S. investments to more than $250 billion through 2035 to meet that moment,” the company’s president and CEO, Sanjay Mehrotra, said in a news release. Bechtel, Micon’s construction partner in the project, reported that 4,500 people will be employed to help build the facility, including skilled craft professionals, local union members representing various trades and apprentices. The Syracuse-based CenterState CEO organization tallies the regional labor force at 397,582 workers (Onondaga, Cayuga, Cortland, Madison and Oswego counties). Job growth isn’t limited to the Central New York region. For the larger area covering portions of the Mohawk Valley, the North Country, the Southern tier, and the western part of the state, there are 155,601 employees in the advanced manufacturing sector, and 155,275 construction workers. The agency’s 2026 Economic Forecast report noted that 41% of community and business leaders surveyed said a shortage of skilled workers in this area remains a problem, though 77% shared a positive economic outlook for the year ahead. Beyond the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing areas, local business leaders also see growth in small manufacturing companies, storage businesses, housing, unmanned flight technology and general construction. “Productive reuse of property,” the report said, “will hopefully continue to preserve unique architecture while driving business.” The report identified several challenges for economic growth in the region, including an aging workforce, outdated equipment, the rising cost of raw materials and “the disconnect between the speed of business needs and the pace of talent readiness.”
IRRR, AEOA celebrate 1,000 small business grants
The Ely Echo weekly newspaper and its companion pieces - North Country SAVER and North Country ANGLER - provide insight into the news and happenings of northern Minnesota, alongside the Canadian border. www.elyecho.com
Candidates for governor tour New Hampshire businesses
It was all business on the campaign trail in the race for governor on Thursday as Gov. Kelly Ayotte picked up a key endorsement and Democratic challenger Cinde Warmington toured a lumberyard in the North Country.
Democrats dump money into race to succeed North Country star Rep. Stefanik
The campaign arm of the Democratic Party believes one of New York State’s Republican strongholds is now at play.
North Country Community College launches second health worker training
This program provides practical training for those interested in working as frontline public health professionals.
North Country Sports Scoreboard: Saturday, October 2, 2026
Let’s take a look at Friday's sports scoreboard.
North Country Sports Scoreboard: Friday, Oct. 2, 2026
There was action in cross country, football, hockey, soccer, swimming, tennis, and volleyball on Thursday.
Lossing and Hoheisel talk business at Monday’s Babbitt Weekly News mayoral candidate forum
The Ely Echo weekly newspaper and its companion pieces - North Country SAVER and North Country ANGLER - provide insight into the news and happenings of northern Minnesota, alongside the Canadian border. www.elyecho.com
Sunday Sports: Watertown Wolves returning soon and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Football, soccer, and tennis updates from across the North Country
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Surging diesel prices threaten North Country trucking businesses
With diesel prices inching closer to $7 a gallon, independent truckers say soaring fuel costs are threatening to put them out of business.
Sunday Sports: JCC women’s basketball back to work and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Football, soccer, and swimming updates from around the North Country
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Friday Sports: A recap of this week’s high school football
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Friday.
North Country Youth Chorus Opens Season Under New Director
ST. JOHNSBURY, Vt. — The North Country Youth Chorus will begin its 2026-27 season on Monday, Oct. 19, open to all children in grades four through eight. There's no audition
Record diesel prices affecting North Country business
Diesel prices are hitting record highs nationwide, prompting one North Country business to rethink its spending.
North Country Sports Scoreboard: Monday, Sept. 14, 2026
There was action in college and high school soccer, along with field hockey and volleyball involving area teams.
Sunday Sports: NNY Hall of Fame Soccer Tournament and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
County chamber to host business mixer Oct. 7 at Clarkson in Potsdam
POTSDAM — Local business owners, educators, and community members will gather next month to explore fresh ways to engage with North Country college students beyond traditional job placements. …
North Country Sports Scoreboard: Sunday, September 13, 2026
Let’s take a look at Saturday's sports scoreboard.
North Country Sports Scoreboard: Saturday, September 12, 2026
A variety of high school and college athletic competitions took place across the North Country on Friday.
JCC Athlete of the Week ending Aug. 30
Freshman midfielder Lucas Cheung was named Jefferson Community College's Athlete of the Week for the week ending August 30, 2026, after providing two assists in a 4-3 win against North Country Community College.
North Country Sports Scoreboard: Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026
The Labor Day weekend did see some North Country sports teams in action on Sunday and Monday.
Sunday Sports: OFA football hopes to stay dominant, plus SU football returns Saturday
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: High school football is right around the corner
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Friday Sports: South Jeff football looks to turn things around this year and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Friday.
Sunday Sports: Previewing General Brown football, plus Ventiquattro to be honored at SUNY Cortland
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Lowville football returns to Class C and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Friday Sports: High school sports getting ready to return
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Friday.
Sunday Sports: High school football teams stay sharp with summertime 7-on-7
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Tim McCreadie inducted to Hall of Fame and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Friday Sports: Previewing the NFA Championship game
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Friday.
Friday Sports: Previewing the NFA Championship game
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Friday.
Sunday Sports: Red & Black advance to NFA title game and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: General Brown football camp wraps up, plus a check on SU football
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Friday Sports: Red & Black host playoff game Saturday and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Friday.
Sunday Sports: Thousand Islands Duals, and R&B to host a home playoff game
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Thousand Islands Hoop Fest underway at JCC
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Red & Black, Thousand Islands Hoop Fest, and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Friday Sports: Red & Black back in action and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Friday.
Saturday Sports: Summertime wrestling, Watertown Tennis Tournament, and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Finals of the Watertown City Golf Tournament and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Summertime golf, softball, and lacrosse updates
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Friday Sports: City Golf Championship Quarterfinals wrap up
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Friday.
Sunday Sports: City Golf Championship continues, 1812 ends first week, and semi-pro updates
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Watertown Men’s City Golf Championship, 1812 Tournament, and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Friday Sports: 1812 Tournament on the horizon
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Friday.
Sunday Sports: Summertime lacrosse is in full swing
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Previewing the Thousand Islands Challenge
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Victory Basketball Clinic held in Carthage
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Red & Black on the bye, plus Graf and Gaffney Awards
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Two North Country athletes crowned state champions
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Making Dreams Come True for young athletes across the North Country
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Red & Black, Rapids, and high school state tournaments
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: State tournament competition, plus a check on the Rapids
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
AG: North Country Healthcare breached fiduciary duties, changes mandated
A monthslong review by the New Hampshire Department of Justice’s Charitable Trusts Unit has determined North Country Healthcare (NCH) breached its fiduciary duties when it fired Weeks Medical Center President
Saturday Sports: Playoff action in lacrosse, baseball and softball
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Wednesday morning sports: lacrosse, baseball, softball highlights
Video from several games, scores from across the north country.
Sunday Sports: Remembering Kirk Ventiquattro
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: North Country softball, baseball, and flag football
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: South Lewis baseball heating up before Sectionals and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: High school sports action from across the North Country
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Watertown Wolves announce new coach, general manager
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Watertown Wolves under new ownership, plus high school sports updates
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Red & Black returning, plus college lacrosse and softball
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: North Country lacrosse and baseball action
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Thousand Islands Spirits find new home and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: North Country lacrosse and baseball this weekend
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Saturday Sports: North Country lacrosse and baseball this weekend
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Thousand Island Spirits still in need of a home and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: The first Watertown girls’ flag football game and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Saturday Sports: The first Watertown girls’ flag football game and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Saturday Sports: The first Watertown girls’ flag football game and more
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: A coach retirement, a trip to Florida, and the Red & Black are back
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Lacrosse, baseball, and more from around the North Country
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Matt Gorman on G-Mac, plus SU lacrosse and JCC baseball
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Lacrosse season has returned to the North Country
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Saturday Sports: Lacrosse season has returned to the North Country
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Sackets hoops in the state finals, plus updates on SU sports
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: Sackets boys in the semis, plus lacrosse is underway
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Saturday Sports: State tournament basketball and hockey
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Postseason basketball is in full swing in the North Country
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Saturday Sports: North Country hockey, basketball and lacrosse
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Saturday Sports: Section X girls’ basketball finals, plus college hoops and lacrosse
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
COMMENTARY: Investment in child care makes good business sense
Local advocates say the North Country needs to invest in child care for the good of the economy as well as the community.
Saturday Sports: North Country high school basketball, volleyball and hockey
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Sunday Sports: Basketball and wrestling throughout the North Country
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Weeks Medical Center controversy puts North Country health care system under microscope
When North Country Healthcare formed in 2016 through the merger of four rural New Hampshire hospitals, it was viewed as a first-of-its-kind model. Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, Androscoggin Valley Hospital in Berlin, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital in Colebrook, and Littleton Regional Healthcare in Littleton would all maintain independence and self-governance but combine administration, finance, […]
Saturday Sports: High school basketball and swimming from across the North Country
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.