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MisfitPets SafePaws Alliance Gains 501(c)(3) Status, Expands Local Animal Welfare Efforts
Ryan M. Wendt @Clifton-Fine Daily News Published at 5:00PM EST Newton Falls, N.Y. — MisfitPets SafePaws Alliance has officially received 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, marking a major step forward in its mission to support animals and pet owners across rural St. Lawrence County and surrounding communities. The designation allows the organization to pursue grants, accept tax-deductible donations, and expand its services. The organization focuses on trap-neuter-return (TNR) progra
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1 day ago1 min read


New Volume Uncovers the Hidden History and Lost Sites of Northern New York
Ryan M. Wendt @Clifton-Fine Daily News Published 6:00PM EST EDWARDS, NY — Local historian William C. Hill has released the third installment of his acclaimed series, "Hiking the Trail to Yesterday." While Volume III continues the author’s mission of documenting the Adirondack backcountry, it ventures further into the realm of regional mystery and industrial archaeology than ever before. The book documents some of the forgotten tales and trail of St. Lawrence County and th
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Apr 191 min read


Clifton-Fine students end super school year with Sweethearts & Heroes
Clifton-Fine students end super school year with Sweethearts & Heroes: 03/18/2026 Ryan M. Wendt @Clifton-Fine Daily News Published 5:20PM EST 03/25/2026 STAR LAKE, NY — An amazing superhero without a cape from “The World’s #1 Youth Leadership Team” recently ended his work for this school year in the Clifton-Fine Central School District (CSD). Pat Fish, of Sweethearts & Heroes , returned to the Clifton-Fine CSD on Wednesday, March 18. Sweethearts & Heroes aims to prevent hopel
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Mar 253 min read


Clifton-Fine Daily News reaches 68,000 views in the last 90 days
Ryan M. Wendt @Clifton-Fine Daily News Published: 6:00 PM EST Clifton-Fine Daily News has reached an exciting milestone, recording over 68,000 views in the past 90 days thanks to the continued support of our community. This growth reflects the strong interest in local news, events, and stories that matter most to Clifton-Fine residents. Founder, Ryan Wendt, 15, says, “I am very thankful for the community’s support in keeping Clifton-Fine Daily News running and continuing
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Jan 161 min read


Clifton-Fine students honor Bullying Prevention Month with Sweethearts & Heroes
Pictures: Sweethearts & Heroes Ryan M. Wendt @Clifton-Fine Daily News Published October 22, 2025 at 4:00PM EST. STAR LAKE, NY — October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and as part of an ongoing partnership with the Clifton-Fine Central School District (CSD), Star Lake students revved up for the month with a member of “The World’s #1 Youth Leadership Team.” Pat Fish, of Sweethearts & Heroes, returned to the Clifton-Fine CSD on Sept. 23-24. Sweethearts & Heroes aims to p
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Oct 22, 20253 min read


Newton Falls NY - Fire claims the lives of 2
Ryan Wendt @Clifton-Fine Daily News Published October 14, 2025 at 3:40PM 2 people are dead and a 3rd person is hospitalized after a house fire at 15 Overlook Ave early Tuesday morning. Fire officials were dispatched to the call around 5:30AM. The Star Lake and Cranberry Lake fire departments, along with the Clifton Highway Department and St. Lawrence County Sheriff's deputies, responded to the fire. The cause of the fire is Unknown at this time and is currently under investig
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Oct 14, 20251 min read


Fire at Newton Falls Paper Mill Closes County Route 60 for hours
Pictures and Videos from submissions. Ryan Wendt @Clifton-Fine Daily News Published September 28, 2025 at 10:19PM At approximately 5PM...
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Sep 28, 20251 min read


Voting Starts in 10 hours! Vote Jackson Welling!
Vote Jackson! In 10 hours and 15 minutes after posting this, voting will start! All you Star Lake folks should vote for Jackson Welling...
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Jul 28, 20251 min read


Why 12 Year Old Racing Prodigy Jackson Welling Deserves Your Vote for Youth Athlete of the Year
12 Year Old Racing Prodigy Jackson Welling Deserves Your Vote for Youth Athlete of the Year Ryan Wendt @Clifton-Fine Daily News Published...
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Jul 18, 20251 min read


Star Lake Man allegedly steals $10,000 in Copper from a Verizon Site.
Star Lake Man allegedly stole $10,000 in Copper from a Verizon Site. Ryan Wendt @Clifton-Fine Daily News Published July 17, 2025 at...
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Jul 17, 20251 min read


Air Quality Alert issued for St. Lawrence, Clinton, Franklin, Essex until Jul 15 3:15PM
Northern St. Lawrence-Northern Franklin-Eastern Clinton- Southeastern St. Lawrence-Southern Franklin-Western Clinton- Western...
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Jul 14, 20251 min read


This weeks weather forecast
This week is looking perfect to get out and get the grass mowed, water your flowers, or any basic yardwork activities. With it still...
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Jul 14, 20251 min read


More wildfire smoke pours in Starting Monday
SOURCE: NBC5 Starting Monday afternoon, in northern areas, spreading south through Tuesday. Air quality reductions are very likely. It is...
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Jul 14, 20251 min read
58% of New Yorks rural hospitals are at risk of closing due to the Big Beautiful Bill that has been passed.
58% of New Yorks Rural Hospitals are at risk of closing due to the big Beautiful Bill that has passed, Cutting 15% of all Medicaid...
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Jul 13, 20251 min read
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