In this issue of Watertown NY

📅 Upcoming Events in Watertown NY for the Week

☁️ Watertown NY Weather Update

👟 From Desperation to Delight: Shaquille O'Neal Surprises Teen with Hard-to-Find Size 23 Shoes

🦿 Revolutionary Italian Exoskeleton Offers New Hope for Disabled and Injured

⚠️ Prepare Jefferson County NY: A Vital Tool for Emergency Preparedness

🚨 Watertown Stabbing Leads to Arrest of 29-Year-Old Man

🚓 State Police Arrest 19-Year-Old for Disseminating Indecent Material to Minor

🏪 Cayuga County's Initiative to Boost Black-Owned Businesses Goes Live

🏀 Cannoneers Aim for Glory at Home in Upcoming Region 3 Tournament

Upcoming Events in Watertown NY for the Week

1-Mar-2024

Introduction to Tarot & Divination

3-Mar-2024

"Giving, the Secret to Receiving": Online/In-Person ECK Light and Sound Service

Expressive writing for emotional health

From Desperation to Delight: Shaquille O'Neal Surprises Teen with Hard-to-Find Size 23 Shoes

A 16-year-old from Missouri, Jor'el Bolden, who needed size 23 shoes, caught the attention of Shaquille O'Neal after his community raised $12,000 for him. O'Neal generously sent Bolden 20 pairs of shoes and clothes, bringing immense joy to him and his mother.

Revolutionary Italian Exoskeleton Offers New Hope for Disabled and Injured

The 'Twin' exoskeleton, developed in Italy by a partnership between the Italian Institute of Technology and the National Insurance Institute of Workplace Injuries, represents a leap forward in assistive technology for disabled or injured individuals. Featuring three operational modes—Walk, Retrain, and TwinCare—and equipped with battery-powered motors, this lightweight, interchangeable device was unveiled at Milan's Museum of Science and Technology. It aims to significantly improve users' quality of life by enabling walking and standing, tailoring its assistance to the specific needs of each user.

Prepare Jefferson County NY: A Vital Tool for Emergency Preparedness

Jefferson County has introduced a new emergency alert app, Prepare Jefferson County NY, developed to provide residents with prompt notifications about emergencies. This tool, a joint effort by the county's fire and emergency management and public health service, is designed to enhance community safety and preparedness for incidents like natural disasters and security threats.

Watertown Stabbing Leads to Arrest of 29-Year-Old Man

A homeless man, Cleo Vaughns, was arrested in Watertown, NY, for a stabbing on Pine Street, facing charges including second-degree assault and weapon possession. The incident occurred on February 22, where Vaughns allegedly stabbed a local man he knew. The victim was hospitalized, but his condition is undisclosed. Vaughns is held without bail.

State Police Arrest 19-Year-Old for Disseminating Indecent Material to Minor

A Norfolk man, Kayden Dubuque, 19, has been charged with sending indecent material to a minor via social media. The allegations surfaced after state police responded to a harassment complaint in Stockholm, New York. Dubuque faces charges of endangering the welfare of a child and first-degree dissemination of indecent material to a minor and is currently held at St. Lawrence County jail.

Cayuga County's Initiative to Boost Black-Owned Businesses Goes Live

Cayuga County has launched a website dedicated to promoting Black-owned businesses, inspired by Harriet Tubman's legacy. Entrepreneur Melody Smith Johnson, who founded Auburn's first Black woman-owned co-working space and an online retail business, was instrumental in developing this initiative. The site, which already lists 22 businesses, aims to enhance visibility for Black entrepreneurs and encourage economic growth within the community, reinforcing the message that Black-owned businesses are an integral and thriving part of Cayuga County's future.

Cannoneers Aim for Glory at Home in Upcoming Region 3 Tournament

Jefferson Community College is poised to host the Region 3 basketball tournament this weekend, with the home team, the Cannoneers, entering as the number one seed with a 21-2 record. The tournament, set to unfold at the Coffeen Street campus, features Jefferson in a crucial matchup against Cayuga on Friday, part of a four-game schedule. The Cannoneers are optimistic about their chances to secure the tournament title, benefiting from playing on their home court.