In this issue of Watertown NY

📅 Upcoming Events in Watertown NY for the Week

☁️ Somerset KY Weather Update

🚗 Honda’s $15 Billion Investment Marks a New Era for Canadian Auto Industry

🚩 Potential End to Flag Raisings at Watertown City Hall Sparks Community Outcry

🍷 Local Autonomy at Stake in NY Alcohol Legislation Debate

👶 Child Welfare Endangered: Rutland Man Accused of Forcible Touching

🍺 Genesee Brewery to Produce Labatt in the U.S., Boosts Local Economy

⚾ Dramatic Ties and Fierce Competition in Watertown's High School Softball and Lacrosse Games

Upcoming Events in Somerset KY for the Week

May 9

Unlocking Potential: Understanding the IEP Process

May 11

warrant and firehouse

the ultimate doors

Crash Test Dummies

Meditation Retreat: Healing Past Hurt

Honda’s $15 Billion Investment Marks a New Era for Canadian Auto Industry

Honda Motor Company announced a significant CAD$15 billion investment in Ontario to develop an electric vehicle manufacturing hub. The project includes constructing four plants for EVs and batteries, creating at least 1,000 new jobs and maintaining 4,200 existing positions. With the Canadian government contributing CAD$5 billion, the plan, still under negotiation, is being carefully watched by labor unions concerned about the potential for foreign labor use in construction.

Potential End to Flag Raisings at Watertown City Hall Sparks Community Outcry

The Watertown City Council is set to vote on a resolution to prohibit all flag raising events at City Hall, impacting upcoming LGBTQ Pride and Juneteenth celebrations. This follows years of these events serving as symbols of community acceptance. The proposal restricts flags to those of the U.S., New York state, and POW-MIA. The move was spurred by controversy over a request to raise the Israeli flag, amidst its contentious conflict in Gaza.

Local Autonomy at Stake in NY Alcohol Legislation Debate

A proposed bill in the New York state Senate aims to overturn a 1934 law that allows towns to remain dry, affecting seven dry towns including Clymer and Caneadea. Local leaders express a desire for decisions to remain community-driven, with many businesses planning to continue without alcohol regardless of legislative changes.

Child Welfare Endangered: Rutland Man Accused of Forcible Touching

A Rutland man, Mark W. Snyder, 33, was arrested after allegedly attempting to grab a 12-year-old girl's breasts. He has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child and forcible touching. Investigations are ongoing.

Genesee Brewery to Produce Labatt in the U.S., Boosts Local Economy

Genesee Brewery in Rochester is undergoing a $50 million modernization to expand its production, including the installation of new equipment and tanks. This project will allow the brewery to produce Labatt beers in the U.S. for the first time, complementing Canadian operations. New York has supported the initiative with a $7 million grant, and the expansion will create 57 new jobs while retaining over 500 existing ones. The modernization underscores New York's investment in manufacturing and job growth.

Dramatic Ties and Fierce Competition in Watertown's High School Softball and Lacrosse Games

The high school sports scene in Watertown, New York, was alive with excitement as Colton-Pierrepont and Madrid-Waddington faced off in a Northern Athletic Conference softball game, ending in a 4-4 tie with several lead changes. Additionally, the boys’ lacrosse games featured notable performances, contributing to a thrilling day of high school sports.