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January 15, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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The St. Lawrence County Legislature is embarking on a contentious journey to reshape its aging facilities, sparking debates over safety, preservation, and the potential costs of demolition.

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Legislature approves consultants to study county buildings, with some lawmakers dissenting
The St. Lawrence County Legislature authorized professional engineering services to study the buildings-and-grounds complex—examining demolition, renovation and reconfiguration of multiple county structures—after lengthy debate and a successful amendment limiting the scope and phasing. Opponents cited recent capital spending and urged salvaging a large warehouse.
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September 27, 2026 at 9:13 PM
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St. Lawrence County's EMS is at a critical juncture, with alarming coverage gaps and calls for a dedicated EMS coordinator to stabilize the system.

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Advisory board warns St. Lawrence County EMS is 'at a crossroads,' urges county EMS coordinator and standby county ambulances
Advisory board members told the St. Lawrence County Legislature that EMS coverage gaps and declining volunteerism have created a countywide crisis; they recommended hiring a dedicated county EMS coordinator and starting a county‑run backup agency with leased ambulances and two BLS units plus an ALS fly car on 12‑hour shifts.
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September 26, 2026 at 7:59 PM
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April 20, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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Lawrence County is launching a groundbreaking glass recycling initiative this summer, giving residents a chance to recycle without the hassle of external contracts!

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Lawrence County Board approves glass recycling program and 911 study funding
Lawrence County initiates glass recycling event and studies merging public safety answering points
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March 6, 2025 at 3:36 AM
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Lawrence County is revolutionizing child welfare training with a groundbreaking virtual reality program that promises to enhance caseworker skills at no cost!

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Lawrence County Implements Virtual Reality Training for Case Workers at No Cost
Lawrence County launches virtual reality program for case worker training funded by Pennsylvania.
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September 30, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Sounds like she physically pulled her elderly, non-ambulatory grandma out of this raging house fire.
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Child rescues elderly woman from blaze in Lawrence County
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February 22, 2026 at 4:57 PM
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Four firms are vying for the St. Lawrence County Emergency Services Communications project, with bids ranging from $344,029 to $529,250!

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St. Lawrence County opens bids for Emergency Services Communications project; four firms submit offers
St. Lawrence County opened bids for contract 2026-22 (Emergency Services Communications, NIPA/Hooper Hill). Four firms submitted bids ranging from $344,029 to $529,250; county staff confirmed bid bonds and non-collusion forms but made no award.
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June 27, 2026 at 12:48 AM
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March 24, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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Lawrence County commissioners have officially recorded a proposal from Caracan Solar LLC for a new solar facility, but the real question is: what comes next for this ambitious project?

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Lawrence County commissioners record notice of proposed Caracan Solar project in Taylor Township
Commissioners entered into the record a notice that Caracan Solar LLC has applied for PA DEP Chapter 102/NPDES coverage for stormwater discharges tied to a proposed solar facility in Taylor Township; the board noted it has no permitting jurisdiction and forwarded the notice to planning officials.
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July 4, 2026 at 7:53 PM
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The Lawrence County Courthouse was a good way to end the trip.  Good show!  I wondered for a moment whether I was getting too judgmental about courthouses, especially based on my disdain for severa…
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September 18, 2026 at 12:47 PM
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St. Lawrence County is taking a bold step forward by approving funding for jail-based addiction services, aiming to transform lives behind bars!

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County approves OASIS funding for jail-based addiction services
The legislature authorized a contract and budget modification to use OASIS state aid funding to provide jail-based addiction services at the St. Lawrence County Correctional Facility, passing the resolution by roll call.
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September 17, 2026 at 1:21 AM
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Legislator Perkins has sparked urgent action with a resolution condemning rising violence in correctional facilities, highlighting a shocking attack that left an officer unconscious.

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Legislature condemns rising violence at state correctional facilities and urges state action
The St. Lawrence County Legislature passed a resolution condemning escalating violence against corrections staff and calling on state officials to act; sponsor described a recent August 26 attack and urged legislative and executive attention.
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September 16, 2026 at 6:17 PM
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St. Lawrence County lawmakers are pushing for action against the booming double-crested cormorant population, debating everything from population control to potential hunting seasons to protect local ecosystems.

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Legislature asks DEC for help with cormorant population, debates hunting-season approach
The board passed a resolution urging the New York State DEC to address double-crested cormorant impacts on the St. Lawrence River and debated whether to request federal or state authorization for a regulated hunting season to control the population.
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September 16, 2026 at 10:10 PM
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Local advocates are sounding the alarm as food insecurity in St. Lawrence County hits 15%, urging legislators to unlock $155,000 for area food pantries before it's too late.

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Advocates urge St. Lawrence County to untable $155,000 food-pantries resolution as SNAP changes loom
Local advocates and residents urged the St. Lawrence County Legislature to untable a $155,000 resolution for food pantry support, citing Feed America data showing 15% food insecurity in 2024 and warnings that SNAP eligibility changes could sharply increase need.
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September 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Lawrence County's latest commission meeting revealed crucial decisions on budgets, grants, and permits that could shape the community's future.

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September 12, 2026 at 7:54 PM
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🎨📚 A NEW #COLORINGBOOK WILL HIGHLIGHT #LAWRENCECOUNTY, #INDIANA! 🏘️❤️ The project will connect local K–5 students with their community through #coloring pages featuring local people, places & businesses. Students will receive FREE copies! 🖍️
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New coloring book to highlight Lawrence County, connect students with community - WBIW
LAWRENCE COUNTY – A new coloring book project is giving Lawrence County businesses, families, schools, and community organizations an opportunity to showcase what makes the...
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September 6, 2026 at 12:45 AM
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The Lawrence County Board of Adjustment has voted to increase gravel extraction limits to a staggering 250,000 tons by 2027, but not without heated debate over dust concerns and prior approvals.

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Board of Adjustment approves increase to 250,000 tons for Larson/Croell gravel pit after review; 3-2 vote recorded
After an annual review of Conditional Use Permit #498, the Board of Adjustment voted Sept. 1 to allow Larson Family, LLLP/Croell Inc. to increase extracted tonnage to 250,000 tons in 2027. The motion passed 3–2; commissioners raised concerns about dust and prior expectations about tonnage.
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September 6, 2026 at 3:31 AM
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Lawrence County's Teen Court program maintains an impressive 93% success rate, even after necessary changes to its JJRI grant application!

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Commission approves amended JJRI grant, designates Teen Court as recipient
After the state requested removal of 18-year-olds from the reimbursement list, county staff amended the JJRI application; commissioners approved the amendment and authorized the chair to sign, leaving the program's completion rate unchanged at 93%.
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September 5, 2026 at 8:35 AM
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Lawrence County has just unveiled an ambitious five-year road and bridge plan aimed at securing vital state and federal grants for crucial infrastructure improvements!

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Commission adopts 5-year road and bridge plan required for state grants
The commission approved a five-year road and bridge improvement plan to qualify for state and federal grant programs, listing projects and estimated costs for 2027–2031 including mill-and-overlay, chip seal, graveling and bridge replacements.
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September 5, 2026 at 8:30 AM
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Lawrence County is set to use half of its new sales tax revenue—over $3 million—for property tax relief starting in 2027, promising a financial boost for residents!

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County to apply half of estimated new sales tax receipts to 2027 property-tax relief
Following adoption of a county sales tax, commissioners voted to apply 50% of estimated county sales-tax receipts — approximately $3.15 million based on a $6,000,094 estimate — as property-tax relief in 2027, subject to implementation details and Department of Revenue estimates.
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September 5, 2026 at 7:25 AM
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The board of adjustment just approved a controversial increase in the tonnage limit at Larson/Cole pit despite ongoing dust complaints—what does this mean for the community?

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Board of adjustment raises Larson/Cole pit tonnage limit to 250,000 after dust complaints
After reviewing recent dust complaints and company mitigation measures, the board of adjustment increased the allowable first-year tonnage limit at the Larson/Cole quarry from 150,000 to 250,000 tons for the next operating year, subject to permit conditions; the vote was 3–2.
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September 5, 2026 at 8:31 AM
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Lawrence County just approved a controversial tax measure aimed at providing property tax relief, but is it a win for homeowners or a burden for low-income residents?

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Lawrence County adopts 0.5% gross receipts and use tax to fund property tax relief
After debate and public comment, the Lawrence County Commission approved Ordinance 2026-01 to impose a 0.5% county gross receipts tax and 0.5% use tax, effective Jan. 1, 2027, to create a property tax reduction fund; the vote was 3–2.
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August 28, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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St. Lawrence County is set to invest nearly $1.3 million in a major overhaul of courthouse-area parking lots, enhancing safety with new paving, lighting, and drainage improvements!

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Board approves nearly $1.3M courthouse-area parking lot overhaul, leaves video optional
St. Lawrence County approved a parking-lot replacement project for courthouse-area lots — milling and paving, new lighting and drainage — with estimated total costs just under $1.3 million; the board discussed adding cameras but directed staff the option to bid video separately or omit it.
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August 26, 2026 at 5:21 PM
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Exciting news for Colton as 30 new households are now ready for broadband service, thanks to recent infrastructure improvements and teamwork among local providers!

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Broadband update: poles, make‑ready and 30 households in Colton now ready for service
Staff said make‑ready work in Canton and Russell has advanced, buried‑fiber work is under way to resolve pole‑tenant conflicts in Oswegatchie, and repairs in Colton allowed about 30 households to be marked ready for service.
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August 26, 2026 at 4:56 PM