In this issue of Watertown NY

📅 Upcoming Events in Watertown NY for the Week

☁️ Somerset KY Weather Update

🔍 New AI Threat Detection Tool Rolls Out in Watertown City Schools

🎉 Watertown Welcomes Larger DICK’s Sporting Goods Store with Weekend Celebration

🦅 High-Tech Solution to Wildlife Woes at Alaska's Airports

💳 Local Bank Fraud: Oneida Woman Accused of Forging Multiple Checks

💼 Empowering Local Entrepreneurs: How Lo’Kel-Li Market Cuts Costs for Vendors

🥍 Salmon River Secures Lacrosse Win Amidst High School Sports Frenzy

Upcoming Events in Somerset KY for the Week

April 26, 2024

Alien Weekend

April 27, 2024

murder in Margaritaville

April 28, 2024

Bertrand Russell's Marriage and Morals (Reading group meeting #1)

New AI Threat Detection Tool Rolls Out in Watertown City Schools

The Watertown City School District has launched "Lightspeed," an advanced threat detection system that uses AI to monitor and address bullying, potential threats, and signs of self-harm among students. The system checks activity on both district-owned and personal devices connected to the school’s network, providing real-time alerts to administrators to ensure timely interventions. This initiative aims to enhance safety and improve the overall school environment.

Watertown Welcomes Larger DICK’s Sporting Goods Store with Weekend Celebration

DICK’s Sporting Goods has launched its new store in the Target plaza in Watertown, occupying a 50,000-square-foot space in Towne Center on Route 3. The store will host a grand opening from April 26 to April 28.

High-Tech Solution to Wildlife Woes at Alaska's Airports

In response to the recurring wildlife disturbances on its runways, Alaska is deploying a robotic guard that can be disguised as a predator to deter animals. This innovative approach follows various other methods tried over the years, including the use of loud noises, paintball guns, and drones spraying grape juice. Last year, Alaska recorded 92 instances of animal strikes on runways.

Local Bank Fraud: Oneida Woman Accused of Forging Multiple Checks

Kayla M. Larkins, a 31-year-old resident of Oneida County, has been charged with forging 11 checks and cashing them at a local bank in West Turin, following an investigation by the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office and Adult Protective Services.

Empowering Local Entrepreneurs: How Lo’Kel-Li Market Cuts Costs for Vendors

The Lo’Kel-Li Vendor Market in Hudson Valley provides an affordable platform for up to 50 small businesses to sell their products, with a flat fee covering rent and utilities. This initiative helps alleviate the high cost of property and income taxes in New York, offering a supportive community for local vendors. Founders volunteer to assist with sales, ensuring that business owners can focus on growth and promotion.

almon River Secures Lacrosse Win Amidst High School Sports Frenzy

In Northern Athletic Conference sports, Tupper Lake's baseball team dominated Norwood-Norfolk 18-1, while Norwood-Norfolk's softball team overcame St. Regis Falls 11-1. In lacrosse, Salmon River bested Potsdam 12-6, highlighted by dynamic plays and strategic scoring from both teams.