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How to protect against evolving internet scams

Scams and cyberattacks are only getting more sophisticated and widespread, and almost anyone with a digital device and online accounts is at risk of being targeted. Attempts to glean individual personal information can come in many forms — unsolicited emails or fake messages suggesting a ...

Stefanik introduces bill to undo some state gun safety measures

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has introduced a new bill in Congress that would essentially undo some of New York’s recent gun regulations, and bar similar measures across the country. This past Tuesday, Stefanik announced in a news release that she had joined Congressman Darrel Issa, ...

Police say Watertown woman killed cat by putting it in oven

WATERTOWN — Lilith M. West, 19, with no listed address, was charged Monday by city police with aggravated cruelty to animals, a felony, and petit larceny. According to police records, West allegedly placed another person’s live cat in the oven, turned the heat on, and left the ...

The price of gold is at a record high

NEW YORK — A gold rush is here. The precious metal hit an all time high this week. The spot price for gold closed Tuesday above $2,514, according to data from FactSet. That’s the highest closing price recorded for the commodity to date. Here’s what you need to know. - What is the ...