10 years ago
April 29, 2011: The 2010-11 flu season was mild, thanks to the vaccine being a good match for the virus, according to public health officials. Jefferson County Public Health Service reported 180 confirmed cases in Jefferson County as of Thursday, while Lewis County Public Health reported 130 confirmed cases. St. Lawrence County Public Health officials could not be reached for comment. According to officials, the mild year was also due in part to more people being vaccinated at various locations, such as physician offices and pharmacies.
25 years ago
April 29, 1996: Claytonâs Edward J. Wallace, national leader of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, has personally thanked President Clinton for helping bring peace to Northern Ireland. But he fully supports his group withdrawing an invitation asking the president to speak at the Hiberniansâ national convention this summer after Mr. Clinton vetoed an abortion ban. Revoking the invitation has drawn national and even