Monday, November 9, 2026. Your morning roundup from Essex, Clinton, St. Lawrence, Franklin, Jefferson, Oswego and Lewis counties, with regional weather and dated fuel averages. Today’s watch list includes downtown Watertown traffic restrictions, town budget hearings and a deadline for Oswego County agricultural vendors. All times are Eastern.
Essex County: Fatal Wilmington airfield incident under investigation
A woman died after being struck by an airplane at Catalano Airfield in Wilmington. WAMC reported November 8, citing State Police, that Pamela Haselton, 67, was photographing an aircraft from the runway and tried to move her tripod-mounted camera as a plane taxied toward it. Police said the pilot reported not seeing her or the camera. State Police, the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating. Read WAMC’s report.
Clinton County: Peru weighs rising costs in its 2027 budget
Peru’s preliminary budget remains under review after a November 5 hearing. The Peru Gazette reports that infrastructure debt, lower sales-tax expectations and reduced use of reserves are putting pressure on the tax levy. The board plans to consider the final budget November 19 at 5:30 p.m. Supervisor Craig Randall said adjustments are still expected. These are preliminary figures and plans, not a final adopted budget. John T. Ryan’s November 7 report.
Community meal Wednesday: St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main Street in Peru, lists a takeout-only meal November 11 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., with macaroni and cheese with ham, vegetable, bread and dessert. The notice welcomes everyone. Meal notice.
St. Lawrence County: Red Cross assists six after Hermon fire
The American Red Cross is assisting two adults and four children after a Saturday morning fire on County Route 25 in Hermon, WWNY reported Sunday. Assistance includes money for immediate necessities and emotional support. The report did not establish a cause of the fire. WWNY’s November 8 report.
Workforce tours start today: The BOCES business tour series begins at Ogdensburg’s Northwest Technical Center, 1000 Park Street, from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Additional sessions are scheduled in Norwood Tuesday, Canton Thursday and Gouverneur Friday. Advance registration is required; employers should check the registration information before attending. Full schedule and registration details.
Franklin County: Tupper Lake seeks businesses for Holiday Stroll
Tupper Lake’s December 4–6 Holiday Stroll is taking shape, and its official event page invites local businesses to submit events, shopping promotions, lodging packages and dining offers. Organizers say the schedule is still being assembled. The community celebration will include holiday lights, shopping and restaurant specials, and Santa appearances; individual activities and times should be checked as the program develops. The Town of Tupper Lake, Tupper Arts, The Wild Center, ROOST and local businesses are collaborating on the event. Official event and business-submission information.
Jefferson County: Public Square restrictions planned for hydrant work
Drivers should allow extra time in downtown Watertown today. WWNY reports that hydrant replacement will reduce the north side of Public Square near the Woodruff Professional Building to two lanes and close the turn lane toward Franklin Street. The Water Department expects work to begin around 8:30 a.m. and aims to finish by 4 p.m. Traffic report and work window.
Weekend arts: DPAO held its first art gala Sunday at the Watertown Elks Lodge, displaying paintings, sculptures and Christmas cards created by people using its services. WWNY reports that organizers hope to involve more teachers and expand the art program for a future gala. WWNY’s gala coverage.
Oswego County: Holiday market publicity deadline is today
County agricultural businesses seeking promotion in the Oswego County Holiday Farmers’ Market should return their materials today, November 9, according to Cornell Cooperative Extension. The final application deadline is November 13, space is limited, and the standard registration fee is now $40. The December 5 market runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mexico VFW, 5390 Scenic Avenue. This is an agricultural market; applicants must meet the organizer’s product and insurance requirements. CCE’s official registration instructions.
Fulton roadwork starts today: The city’s announced demolition closures cover Fay Street between South Fourth and South Fifth streets, and South Fifth between Lyon and Fay streets. The scheduled restrictions run weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for a project expected to last about eight weeks. City notice via Oswego County Today.
Lewis County: New Bremen budget and veterans exemption hearings tonight
New Bremen’s official notices list hearings tonight, November 9, at 6:30 p.m. at the municipal building, 8420 State Route 812, Lowville. Residents may comment on the preliminary 2027 budget and a proposed local law establishing a full property-tax exemption for the primary residence of qualifying permanently and totally disabled military veterans. The exemption is a proposal subject to statutory eligibility requirements, not an adopted benefit. The notices and proposed law are available from the town. Official hearing notices.
Across the region: Unemployment system remains unavailable
New York’s Department of Labor still lists online and phone unemployment-insurance services as unavailable during its system upgrade. Its latest posted update, November 8 at 5 p.m., says work is proceeding as planned. The upgrade began November 2 at 5 p.m. and was expected to take nine to 12 days; payments are delayed. The department says customers will be able to file or certify for payments due after the new system launches. Official status updates and instructions for claimants.
Monday weather: Morning rain, cool afternoon
Watertown: The National Weather Service’s November 9 forecast, issued at 6:57 a.m. EST, calls for showers mainly before 9 a.m., followed by clouds, with a high near 51°F. Rain probability is 80%. Tonight is cloudy with a low near 38°F. Watertown forecast and alerts.
Lewis and Oswego: Morning showers give way to a chance of afternoon rain. Lewis County highs range from the middle to upper 40s. Oswego County ranges from the middle 40s on Tug Hill to lower 50s at lower elevations, with gusts up to 30 mph. Lewis forecast · Oswego forecast.
St. Lawrence, Franklin, Clinton and Essex: NWS Burlington’s 4 a.m. forecast favors clouds and morning showers. St. Lawrence highs range from the middle 40s in the southeast to around 50 near Massena. Franklin ranges from the middle 40s near Saranac Lake and Tupper Lake to upper 40s near Malone. Clinton ranges from the middle 40s in the west to around 50 near Plattsburgh; Essex ranges from upper 40s in the mountains to lower 50s near the lake. Southern Franklin could see a little rain or snow tonight. NWS regional zone forecasts.
Gas prices: November 9 AAA averages
AAA lists Watertown–Fort Drum regular gasoline at $4.2496 per gallon (about $4.25), compared with $4.2521 yesterday—a decrease of one-quarter of a cent. Diesel averages $6.3975 (about $6.40), down about 2.5 cents from $6.4226. New York’s statewide regular average is $4.2522. These are November 9 regional averages, not quotes from individual stations. AAA New York fuel report.
Compiled from the linked reporting, official notices and forecasts checked Monday morning. Event plans and forecasts can change; follow the original sources for subsequent updates.
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