Brendan Straub
Reporter
WWNY
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Brendan joined the 7News team in June 2020.
Brendan graduated from Towson University with a degree in Mass Communications-Journalism and New Media concentration and a minor in Electronic Media & Film.
While at Towson, Brendan was involved with the student-run radio station, XTSR, and interned for the Towson Sports Network during his junior year. During his last collegiate semester, he had the chance to intern at WBAL TV 11 in Baltimore, where he gained valuable newsroom experience.
Brendan grew up in Laurel Springs, N.J. where he got his first on-camera experience at Sterling High School, where he anchored the Channel 19 Knightline news for four years.
When he isn’t reporting, Brendan loves watching his favorite Philadelphia sports teams, going on adventures with his dog Murphy, and spending time with friends and family.
Brendan would love to hear from you. If you have a story idea or just want to say "hi," please feel free to contact him! Email Brendan at bstraub@wwnytv.net
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Some drivers could lose their licenses by the end of the month if they don’t act quickly.
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Lewis County Health System is one step closer to being reimbursed millions of dollars from the county.
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Members of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office were honored Tuesday for their actions during an armed standoff on Pillar Point.
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It’ll be the first time since 2007 that Clayton Mayor Norma Zimmer won’t hold a public office.
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What was just an empty field in 2021 is now the site of a structure known as the Sally Port View.
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The Sports Cards, Coins and Collectibles Show was back in Watertown this weekend.
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A developer is eyeing Watertown’s parking garage - not to park there but to possibly build a boutique hotel on top of it.
Lewis County Health System wants to reopen its maternity ward, but a few things need to happen first.
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Lowville officials cut the ribbon on phase 1 of the village’s groundwater project and phase 2 of its wastewater treatment plant project on Wednesday.
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It’s sometimes called the Halloween House - a Watertown home decorated with all things spooky. We meet the man behind it.
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Some in the local Jewish community worry that antisemitism may be the motive for vandalism at their cemetery.
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Hundreds flocked to Jefferson Community College Saturday to walk around at their annual fall craft show.
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Lewis County property taxes are set to go down to levels not seen in 25 years.
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Many were ringing in the feeling of fall at Dry Hill Ski Area.
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The Henderson Business and Community Council put together a weekend of German fun for its first ever Oktoberfest.
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Three men and a dog were rescued from the Black River after their boat capsized Sunday afternoon.
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History buffs came together at the Jefferson County Historical Society to share their area knowledge Saturday.
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Is a local developer trying to bribe Watertown’s mayor? Jeff Smith believes so. Meanwhile, that developer, P.J. Simao, says no; he’s just trying to get the truth.
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She works full-time, has a family, and was staring homelessness straight in the face. We continue our look at higher rent prices and speak with a woman who needed an apartment, but found the post-pandemic prices something she couldn’t afford.
You may have noticed that prices to rent an apartment or house in Watertown have gone up in recent years. You’ve also probably wondered why there’s such an increase.
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In what's been an unorthodox budget process, Ogdensburg councillors got their first look at a 2024 budget proposal from the interim city manager.
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The 4th annual Jefferson County Suicide Prevention Walk took place in Clayton Sunday.
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Although many aren’t related, a Mercy Hospital Reunion Saturday was coined as a “family reunion” for many.
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The Queen of Hearts will win someone a piece of the $60,000 jackpot Tuesday night.
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It’s believed to be a first: Watertown’s Board of Ethics is recommending that city council move forward with the process of removing one of its members, Cliff Olney, from his seat.
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Many were walking for suicide prevention in Thompson Park.
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Three people were rescued from a boat in Lake Ontario Sunday afternoon after they hit a shoal and started to take on water.
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A bomb threat at Watertown International Airport Sunday morning shut down operations for several hours.
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A solar manufacturing facility needs an extension to buy land where it wants to build near Watertown. It doesn’t get that extension, yet confidence still remains that the project will happen.
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It’s full speed ahead in Clayton this weekend as the annual train fair brought many to Cerow Recreation Park Arena.
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Two females were taken to the hospital Saturday night after their vehicle crashed on State Route 37 in the Town of LeRay.
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Five thousand rubber ducks made the plunge down the slope at Dry Hill Ski Area Saturday.
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Watertown’s school board will hear what the public thinks of its new safety plan and will consider giving teachers more money if they become a substitute during the day.
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Fort Drum will be opening its cemeteries to the public in observance of Labor Day.
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A man who was integral in starting the 1000 Islands International Charity Poker Run in Clayton has died following a boating accident.
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Officials with New York State Police say blunt force trauma is the cause of death for 88-year-old Rena Eves who was found dead in her apartment earlier this week.
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To attract new members, the Henderson Fire Department held its first annual Community Open House.
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A 10,000-square-foot warehouse addition will include 8 new refrigerated docks.
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The Rutland Volunteer Fire Department will be getting more than $300,000 to update some of its gear.
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This two-car crash shut down part of State Route 12E for more than an hour.
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State police say safety equipment worn by the 2 individuals helped them walk away from the crash with only minor injuries.
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240 backpacks full of school supplies were given out on Saturday at Thompson Park
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The CEO of Citizen Advocates says there is a tremendous need for mental health and addiction services in Watertown. Its new facility has delivered thousands of services in just its first 4 months open.
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Rochester developers are scaling back their plans for Watertown’s Factory Square.
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The 1000 Islands Art & Craft & Antique Festival takes place this weekend at Cerow Recreation Park Arena in Clayton.
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A historic weather vane is almost ready to be put back at the top of a Watertown church. But before it can go up, something else needs to be raised - money.
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A summer bash at the Sackets Harbor American Legion Sunday afternoon raised thousands for a good cause.
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After a more than 3 1/2 year hiatus, the Jefferson County Historical Society is open again to the public.
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The Thousand Islands Habitat for Humanity is ready to get back to building but needs contractors.
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A Carthage girl battling a rare form of cancer got her wish granted this week — a new swimming pool for her and her family to enjoy.
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