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New marina opens in Ogdensburg

Ogdensburg

For about six years, boaters didn't have a place to fill their tanks in Ogdensburg. But that problem is resolved now that the new Hosmer's marina gas pump is open for service. Our Cara Thomas was in Ogdensburg and has more on Bill Hosmer's future plans for the marina.

Updated 5:15 PM

Energy servicer settles

New York

A Brooklyn based energy service company has agreed to pay refunds to 2,700 consumers who may have signed up for electricity and natural gas service expecting savings. YNN's Bill Carey says the Attorney General says aggressive sales tactics left many consumers confused and facing bills that did not go down, but went up.

Updated 5:13 PM

Donna Summer passes away

The queen of disco, Donna Summer, passed away on Thursday after a long battle with cancer. Our Stephanie Simon has more on her legacy.

5:34 PM

Facebook goes public

It's the most highly anticipated initial public offering in recent memory, but will the ticker symbol FB live up to the hype? Annika Pergament talked to industry experts about the buzz and potential bumps in the road ahead once Facebook goes public.

5:25 PM

Protecting vulnerable New Yorkers

New York

Governor Cuomo is calling for a new program to safeguard those he calls vulnerable New Yorkers. In 2011, there were more than 10,000 claims of abuse against those with special needs or disabled who are receiving services from state funded programs. The Justice Center, proposed by Cuomo would set new standards for care and put in place a mechanism to discipline those who violate the new rules. YNN's Bill Carey says the Governor took to the road in Syracuse to press for quick legislative approval.

05/16/2012 03:54 PM

Laurie Fine announces defamation lawsuit against ESPN

Six months after ESPN broke the story about sex abuse allegations against SU assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine, the network is now facing the possibility that they will have to defend their reporting in court. Today, Fine's wife, Laurie, announced she is suing ESPN and two employees over their coverage. Our Erin Clarke reports.

Updated 05/16/2012 02:57 PM

Sixth annual mental health walk held in Lewis County

Lewis County community members walked together Wednesday, raising awareness for mental health.

05/16/2012 08:31 PM

Man charged with arson in Watertown apartment fire

The man charged with setting a Watertown apartment building on fire Tuesday morning was in court Wednesday. Joshua Metzler, 25, turned himself into police late Tuesday.

05/16/2012 01:46 PM

Eric Smith denied parole

Convicted child killer Eric Smith will spend at least two more years in prison. A state parole board denied Smith's appeal for parole this week.

05/16/2012 03:02 PM

Volkssport Association walks Sackets Harbor

A lot of people enjoy walking around the Village of Sackets Harbor, but a special group arrived Wednesday just to be able to take this walk.

05/16/2012 04:12 PM

Woman’s death ruled accidental

Watertown Police have closed the investigation into the death of a woman who fell from a moving vehicle last month.

Updated 05/16/2012 03:29 PM

School budget results

School budget results are in. Visit the school budget vote page to find the results.

05/15/2012 08:21 PM

Man turns himself in for setting apartment fire

Watertown

A man has turned himself in for setting the fire that destroyed an apartment building in Watertown.

Man turns himself in for setting apartment fire

Updated 05/15/2012 11:04 PM

Fort Drum opens Warrior Transition Battalion Complex

Earlier this year, the Department of Defense Inspector General released a report that outlined a number of problems with Wounded Warrior care on Fort Drum. But since the investigation, Drum says it has corrected just about all of the issues and is working to make sure they don't happen again. As Brian Dwyer reports, a big part of the improvement process was unveiled Monday.

Updated 05/14/2012 06:44 PM

Soldiers can continue education, thanks to SUNY Empire State College

Education is an important part of the military experience for many Fort Drum soldiers. Many take college courses during or after their service.

Updated 05/14/2012 05:03 PM

Special Olympians let loose with track and field event

Running, jumping, hitting, dancing and having a good time. That was the scene as Special Olympians from 12 districts and Onondaga and Oswego counties got together for a track and field event at Cicero North-Syracuse High School Thursday. Our Kat De Maria takes us there.

Updated 6:11 PM

UHS nurse and volunteer retires after 76 years

Employees at UHS Binghamton General Hospital gathered to say goodbye to a long-time nurse and volunteer. Mary Lindsey, 95, is retiring after 76 years at the hospital. Our Melissa Kakareka has her story.

Updated 6:30 PM

ESPN releases full Laurie Fine-Bobby Davis phone conversation

ESPN has released the full recording of a phone conversation between Laurie Fine and her husband's accuser, Bobby Davis.

Updated 4:45 PM

Children removed from Lisle home

A couple in the Town of Lisle is facing charges after five children were found living in unsanitary conditions.

4:51 PM

CBA boys slip past Skaneateles in overtime

The No. 10-ranked Christian Brothers Academy boys lacrosse team avoided an upset in its regular-season finale on Wednesday with a 12-11 overtime win at Skaneateles.

Chiefs streak snapped at seven

The Syracuse Chiefs had their seven-game winning streak snapped at Columbus Wednesday night in a 6-2 loss at Huntington Park.

Le Moyne men brace for D-II's best offense in Limestone

It's a case of an unstoppable force meeting an immovable object when Limestone and Le Moyne meet in the NCAA Division II men's lacrosse semifinals on Saturday.

Debate over reforming New York State disabled care

Governor Cuomo continued his push for reforms of the state office for People with Developmental Disabilities Wednesday with a stop in Syracuse as the State Senate passed his plan overwhelmingly. But the bill appears to be stalled in the Assembly. Our Nick Reisman has details.

05/16/2012 09:00 PM

Possible investigation into Senator Libous

The allegations against Binghamton based senator Tom Libous could soon turn into an investigation. A state ethics commission has reportedly taken the first steps that could lead to a formal investigation. Our Nick Reisman has more on this developing story.