In this issue of Watertown NY

📅 Upcoming Events in Watertown NY for the Week

☁️ Watertown NY Weather Update

🗑️ Garbage Collectors Turn Heroes in Dramatic Tipton Fire Rescue

🌱 Japan Unveils First New Flora Species in a Century: A Fungus-Feeding Fairy Lantern

👴 A New Gathering Place for Watertown's Seniors: Open House at Marcy Building

🚨Police Uncover Secret Recordings in Home of Watertown Sex Offender

👮 Felony Charges for Man with 3D-Printed Gun Parts at Border

💵 Closing the Wage Gap: New Bill Seeks Fair Pay Across New York

🏀 Sackets Harbor Dominates Boys’ Class D Final, Captures Section 3 Crown

Upcoming Events in Watertown NY for the Week

4-Mar-2024

Free ESL conversation group - Social, Study, Have Fun

6-Mar-2024

Weekly Commander League

8-Mar-2024

Gallery Reading with Psychic Medium Chanel Russell

9-Mar-2024

Battle of the Badges 4

Watertown Wolves at Motor City Rockers

10-Mar-2024

Trio Lucente: At the Café

Manifest-March New Moon Ceremony-IN PERSON/ VIRUTAL

Garbage Collectors Turn Heroes in Dramatic Tipton Fire Rescue

In an extraordinary display of heroism, two garbagemen, Steve Whitehouse and Kevin Marriott, saved a man, a woman, and their dog from a fire in their home in Tipton, England. Whitehouse bravely scaled the building to rescue the trio, while Marriott alerted neighbors to the danger. The fire brigade treated the man and the dog for smoke inhalation, showcasing a remarkable story of courage and quick thinking outside the conventional roles of first responders.

Japan Unveils First New Flora Species in a Century: A Fungus-Feeding Fairy Lantern

Scientists in Japan have discovered a new species of fairy lantern plant that feeds on fungi, marking the first flora species identified in the country in almost 100 years. Unlike most plants, this species does not perform photosynthesis and instead relies on fungal mycelia for nutrients. The discovery highlights the importance of amateur botanists and the intricate relationships within ecosystems.

A New Gathering Place for Watertown's Seniors: Open House at Marcy Building

The new senior center in the Marcy Building, Watertown, will have its open house this Thursday, offering a space for seniors to enjoy various activities. Supported by Neighbors of Watertown Inc. with a year's free rent and spearheaded by volunteers including Deb Doyle, the center aims to provide a vital community hub. Equipped with a kitchen, video room, and activity space, the center seeks further donations to meet its needs.

Police Uncover Secret Recordings in Home of Watertown Sex Offender

In a disturbing turn of events in Watertown, a local man with a history as a registered sex offender has been apprehended under severe allegations. Authorities conducted a search at the residence of Nicholas O. Sherwood, 46, located on Ten Eyck Street, following suspicions of illicit activities. The operation, led by the Internet Crimes Against Children task force, aimed to investigate Sherwood's involvement in the transmission of child sexual exploitation material over the internet. The search not only confirmed these suspicions but also unveiled evidence suggesting Sherwood had been secretly recording individuals, further complicating the gravity of the charges against him.

Felony Charges for Man with 3D-Printed Gun Parts at Border

Customs and Border Protection officers at the Massena Port of Entry uncovered 3D-printed gun parts, including a lower pistol receiver without a serial number, in a vehicle driven by a 21-year-old man. The individual, who presented a Native Tribal document for identification, was subjected to a secondary inspection during which the discovery was made. This led to felony charges against the man for possession of an undetectable firearm, spotlighting the challenge of tracking and controlling untraceable firearms.

Closing the Wage Gap: New Bill Seeks Fair Pay Across New York

New legislation led by Assembly Labor Committee Chair Harry Bronson seeks to establish a uniform minimum wage of $17 across New York State, bridging the current gap between upstate and metropolitan areas. The Upstate Parity and Minimum Wage Protection Act aims to ensure fairness and address inconsistencies with a previous law that indexes wages to inflation but restricts increases under certain economic conditions. Bronson, alongside Senate counterpart Jessica Ramos, pushes for this change to benefit all New Yorkers equitably.

Sackets Harbor Dominates Boys’ Class D Final, Captures Section 3 Crown

The Section 3 Basketball finals recently concluded at OCC, featuring intense matchups across various divisions. In the Girls’ Class D Championship, LaFargeville clashed with Copenhagen, marking their third encounter this season but with higher stakes: the coveted Section 3 title. LaFargeville secured a resounding victory, with standout performances leading to a final score of 46-29. Emeline Barton shone brightly, contributing significantly to LaFargeville's triumph, their first in the program's history for this category.

Meanwhile, in the Boys’ Class D Final, Sackets Harbor faced off against Faith Heritage in a game that showcased skill and strategy. Sackets Harbor emerged victorious, with a decisive 64-49 win over Faith Heritage, propelled by Marcus Castine's impressive 20-point contribution.

The excitement extended beyond high school basketball. On the college front, Jefferson Community College (JCC) overcame Fulton Montgomery in the Region 3 Division 3 Semifinals with a 78-65 win, advancing to face OCC in the championship game.

In ice hockey, Clarkson University and St. Lawrence University both advanced in their respective ECAC Quarterfinal series. Clarkson defeated Princeton 6-3 to sweep their series, while St. Lawrence secured a 3-1 victory over Yale, also completing a series sweep.

On the lacrosse field, SUNY Canton Women's team had a triumphant season opener against SUNY Plattsburgh, dominating the game 17-5, thanks to outstanding performances, including Maddy Caron's eight goals and Lindsey Wunder's contribution of four goals.