WATERTOWN — The American Dairy Association North East, working with Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Renzi Foodservice, Jefferson Community College and community partners, will help facilitate the distribution of more than 4,000 gallons of milk and about 37,000 pounds of additional food through … Read More ⇒

FULTON — Volunteer: Someone who selflessly shares their time and effort to meet a need or advance the mission of an organization. Read More ⇒

WATERTOWN — The Resolution Center of Jefferson and Lewis Counties, Inc. and Family Counseling Service of Northern New York, Inc. have formed an alliance to share personnel, reduce operational overlap, streamline and expedite client referrals, and expand services while uniting in one location… Read More ⇒

WATERTOWN — At a time when animosity and calls for reform grow against law enforcement agencies across the nation due to instances of police brutality, local community members came together to show their appreciation to Jefferson County road patrol platoons and others Wednesday night. Read More ⇒

FULTON — The Arc of Oswego County, a Fulton-based nonprofit agency that supports adults with developmental disabilities, has received a $7,500 grant from the Oswego County COVID-19 Fund, an affiliate fund of the Central New York Community Foundation. Read More ⇒

MASSENA — Officials with Highland Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center have begun a campaign to thank local hospitals, frontline workers and first responders for their efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic, including assisting the nursing home’s residents at St. Lawrence Health System’s fac… Read More ⇒

OSWEGO — Blessings barbecue aids needy to fight hunger at this exceptional time, Oswego’s Blessings in a Backpack program gave away nearly 400 chicken dinners and 300 bags of groceries at its recent drive-through barbecue at the Church of the Resurrection. In return, “there were many thanks … Read More ⇒

MEXICO — On Saturday, June 27, an open pantry will be held from 1-2 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 4361 Church St., Mexico. Read More ⇒

WATERTOWN — Anyone driving down Coffeen Street in the city Friday would have noticed a long line of cars trailing into the grounds of Jefferson Community College, shining in the sunlight as their drivers waited patiently to collect produce grown at farms across the state. Read More ⇒

WATERTOWN — Thursday at 12 p.m., milk, produce, meat and rolls of toilet paper will be distributed at the Salmon Run Mall in the city. Read More ⇒

OSWEGO — Members of the Lake City Chapter of Hades Hounds Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, and Hades Ladies, stopped by a Blessings in a Backpack (BiB) food-packing session in May to make a donation to support the battle against childhood hunger. Read More ⇒

Through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (C.F.A.P.), government-funded grants have been made available to food banks and community organizations to help provide much needed food to those in need. Read More ⇒

OSWEGO — As a not-for-profit community healthcare system, Oswego Health counts on additional support from donors to help deliver outstanding medical care throughout Oswego County. Read More ⇒

PULASKI — In response to needs caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the John Ben Snow Memorial Trust donated $10,000 to the Greater Pulaski Community Endowment Fund (“Pulaski Fund”), bringing the fund’s total available grantmaking dollars to nearly $40,000 this year. Read More ⇒

SACKETS HARBOR — Thanks to the support of Watertown Savings Bank, Hay Memorial Library in Sackets Harbor has launched its Summer Book Delivery Program through which students K-12 at Sackets Harbor Central School can sign up to receive reading materials to enjoy. Read More ⇒

NORWOOD — For about five years, members of the Norwood Volunteer Fire Department has been trying to get a new rescue truck over concerns about the aging vehicle they currently have in service. Read More ⇒

OSWEGO — Kristina’s House of Hope is very close to becoming Oswego’s first home for women recovering from drug and alcohol addiction, many of whom are former inmates trying to get their lives back, not the lives they had, but the lives they hope to have. Kristina’s House of Hope is trying to… Read More ⇒

FULTON — Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) Meals on Wheels program delivers more than 1,000 meals to hungry seniors throughout Oswego County every day. The program relies heavily on community volunteers that serve as drivers and see to it that each person on their route receives a healthy an… Read More ⇒

MEXICO — Many recently learned about the new Blessing Box placed in front of the First United Methodist Church in Mexico (FUMC). Many also know there is a similar Blessing Box at the United Methodist Church (UMC) in Lycoming. Recently a challenge was presented to both congregations to raise … Read More ⇒

WATERTOWN — The newest and smallest of Watertown’s three Rotary Clubs, the Evening Rotary Club, has decided to disband as of June 30, the end of the Rotary year, following 10 years of service to the community. Read More ⇒

OSWEGO — Exelon Generation employees at the Nine Mile Point nuclear station purchased hundreds of food items for Oswego’s Blessings in a Backpack (BiB) program. Read More ⇒

FULTON — While Oswego County continues to shelter-in-place, Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) Nutrition Services is committed to ensuring that its Meals on Wheels program continues to provide healthy, nutritious meals to seniors throughout Oswego County. Read More ⇒

FULTON — Times are difficult for everyone right now, but they are especially challenging for people with disabilities who rely on direct support professionals and other community supports to meet their everyday needs. Read More ⇒

WATERTOWN — Accompanied by his wife and adopted 10-month old son, the youngest of his 11 children, a local Air Force veteran was given a new smile Friday morning. Read More ⇒

MEXICO — Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities they serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, their annual summertime Oswego County 4-H Fabric Sale has been postponed until… Read More ⇒

MASSENA — The volunteers who staff the free Community Meal program at First United Methodist Church in Massena had special deliveries for those who came by the church on Wednesday morning. Read More ⇒

WATERTOWN — The Arconic Foundation, which supports programs that prepare the advanced manufacturing workforce through education and skill-building, has granted $10,000 to the United Way of Northern New York to facilitate the continued success of the UWNNY’s Crisis Fund. Read More ⇒

WATERTOWN — A clinical therapist at Samaritan Medical Center and a 20-year Army veteran got married Saturday and then donated their reception food to healthcare workers. Read More ⇒

OSWEGO — Throughout this pandemic, healthcare workers and emergency responders have been recognized for their fight against COVID-19. But not many people are aware of who else is stepping up to fight the fight and prevent further spread in medical settings. The unsung heroes, if you will. Read More ⇒

OSWEGO — Oswego County Federal Credit Union (OCFCU) recently distributed hundreds of “Front-Line Hero” pins to first responders in Oswego County as a special “thank you” for their courage and dedication during this COVID-19 crisis, said William Carhart, CEO. “We are extremely proud of their … Read More ⇒

OSWEGO — The community continues to support healthcare workers throughout this pandemic and Oswego Health is truly grateful. Read More ⇒

COPENHAGEN — Jillann Micek has participated in the World Vision Global 6K for Water all four years there has been a Copenhagen team for the event. Read More ⇒

CANTON — Many people don’t think of that voice on the other end of the line, the one that is there, only when you need it, when there is an emergency, when you don’t know where else to turn, the one that answers, “9-1-1.” Read More ⇒

WATERTOWN — The Northern New York Community Foundation, 131 Washington St., has awarded an additional $9,725 in community support funding to north country organizations amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More ⇒

LOWVILLE — Little Lewis County, with a population of about 26,400 people, is known for being one big community in which people are quick to pull together to lend a hand, raise funds and pitch in during the most trying of circumstances. Read More ⇒

OSWEGO — The Oswego County Office for the Aging (OFA) is distributing face masks to seniors throughout the community. The agency received a supply of more than 10,000 cloth face masks from the state Office for the Aging and began distributing them to senior housing sites and home-delivered m… Read More ⇒

OSWEGO — Aqua Spa Float Center’s Mother’s Day buy one, give one promotion concluded with a donation of ten $50 gift certificates to each of the six partnering nursing home and assisted care facilities. Read More ⇒