Town of Fine, St. Lawrence County

04/02/2026

03/17/2026

The Fort Drum Regional Health Planning EMS Program Agency is thrilled to announce that 4 regional Paramedic scholarships are now available. Learn more by clicking the graphic below and apply today!

02/18/2026

Deadline approaching for seniors and persons with disabilities and limited income



Many people may have missed that St. Lawrence County recently raised the limits for both the low-income seniors and people with disability property tax exemptions. You can receive the low-income senior exemption if you are 65 years of age or older and make under $30,700. (Please note this is different than STAR.) The disability income limit is now $33,400 for the county. There may be folks that didn’t qualify before but now they may qualify with the new limits. The deadline to apply is March 1st for most towns in SLC and April 1st for the City of Ogdensburg. A workshop is scheduled in neighboring Lewis County in the Town of Diana Municipal building for February 10th from 9am-11am and all are welcome to attend or to drop in for more information or help filling out an application. Applications can be found online on tax.ny.gov. The form for low-income seniors is RP-467 and the form number for disability limited income is RP-459-c. Contact your local assessor’s office for more details, applications or for any additional information.

Respectfully submitted,

James P. Snyder, IAO, SCAA, SCAP

Assessor for the Towns of Diana, Pitcairn, Fine, Clifton and Piercefield

02/12/2026

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There have been some questions about pet licensing requirements, which are set by the Department of Agriculture and Markets. To help explain why you might be visited by an animal control officer in the future if your dog is not licensed, please keep the following in mind. The Potsdam Humane Society does not deny adoption applications based on the licensing status of your current pets. However, if your dog is picked up as a stray and brought to PHS without a current license, you must obtain one before they can be returned to you—no exceptions. License fees are affordable, typically ranging from $5.00 to $18.00, depending on your township and whether your dog is spayed or neutered. All applications and renewals require proof of a current rabies vaccination. Be sure to review your town’s specific dog guidelines, as they may vary. We hope this clears up any confusion.

02/03/2026

We’ve recently received a notice from National Grid that there will be a planned outage. This outage will affect people in the towns of Edward, Fine, Harrisville, Oswegatchie, and Star Lake. The outage is scheduled for Tuesday, February 10th from 10AM to 12 PM, with a rain date set for Wednesday, February 11th during the same time frame. This will last approximately 2 hours and will impact a total of 435 National Grid customers. There will be calls to inform you, 1 on February 3rd, and a reminder call on February 9th.

02/02/2026

Canton’s Free Rabies Clinic registration is now open. All clinics REQUIRE pre-registration; there will be NO WALK-INs. Please arrive at your scheduled time to prevent congestion. Animals must have a collar and leash, and cats must be in an animal carrier or a pillowcase. All animals must be under the control of an adult.

To register your pet, please scan the QR code or follow this link: https://apps2.health.ny.gov/doh2/applinks/cdmspr/2/counties?OpID=48D50793C4FE4AEFE0631403580AC789

01/26/2026

The Town Clerk’s office will be closed today, Monday 01/26/26.

12/29/2025

Just a reminder there will be a new Tax Collector this year. You may want to edit your online banking and make sure your checks are payable to the correct person.

12/28/2025

A success story.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas to all! Have a safe and happy holiday!

12/23/2025

As I prepare for retirement, I would like to express that it has been my distinct honor and privilege to serve the Town of Fine for the past thirty-three years. Throughout my tenure, I have had the opportunity to work alongside many exceptional individuals whose dedication and professionalism have greatly contributed to the success of our town.

I would especially like to acknowledge Peg Smith, who provided invaluable support to me over the years, particularly when I first began my service as Town Clerk and Tax Collector. I was also fortunate to work closely with Flora McCuen, with whom I shared an excellent working relationship. I miss working with both of these remarkable women tremendously.

Over the years, I have had the pleasure of serving with many dedicated board members and outstanding supervisors. I have truly enjoyed working with and for the public. I have met so many wonderful people, and that is one of the things I will miss the most.

My wish for Tamika, as she takes over the reins, is that she will enjoy a long and rewarding career as the next Town Clerk and Tax Collector, and that she finds as much fulfillment in the position as I have. While she is young and still gaining the historical knowledge that comes with time, I am confident that she will grow into the role and serve the town with distinction. I ask that you grant her patience and grace as she finds her footing in this new chapter.

It has truly been my honor to serve this community, and I will miss you all.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Hope Dolan