WATERTOWN — In Clayton, people woke up Tuesday morning and couldn’t see the St. Lawrence River. In Watertown, street lights came on later in the morning as the smoke that has drifted south from Quebec wildfires permeated the north country and prompted air quality alerts. Read More ⇒No short-term relief in sight for smoke drifting to NNY from Quebec
MANNSVILLE — Volunteers are needed to assist with plantings June 24 to 29 at the Lakeview Wildlife Management Area South Sandy Creek car-top boat launch, located at 2234 State Route 3. Read More ⇒Volunteers sought for restoration effort at South Sandy Creek
LOWVILLE — Two brush fires in Lewis County on Tuesday — making it three since mid-April — and no rain predicted for at least the next 10 days indicates extra precautions should be taken for Memorial Day weekend activities. Read More ⇒Very dry conditions spark two Lewis County brush fires and warnings for Memorial Day weekend
SUNY Potsdam graduates Read More ⇒SUNY Potsdam graduates
SYRACUSE — Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon said Thursday that he is issuing an emergency order that will block local motels and other properties from temporarily housing groups of migrants amid an influx of new arrivals in New York City. Read More ⇒McMahon issues emergency order banning migrant transfer to Onondaga County
WATERTOWN — Jefferson and St. Lawrence counties saw double-digit percent drops in local sales tax collections in April compared to the same month a year ago, while Lewis County’s receipts declined by 9%. Read More ⇒Tri-county sales tax collections drop in April compared to year ago
Parish — A motel in Parish went up in flames Wednesday night, firefighters said. Read More ⇒Oswego County motel goes up in flames in late night fire
CLAYTON — With features that include two new exhibits debuting this year, the Antique Boat Museum opens for the 2023 season today. Read More ⇒Antique Boat Museum opens for another captivating season
OGDENSBURG — Canadian singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot, who died Monday at the age of 84, had several hit songs. But around the Great Lakes, none of his songs have surpassed the popularity of his haunting six-minute ballad “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.” Read More ⇒‘Wreck of Edmund Fitzgerald’ is more than a song for Ogdensburg woman
WATERTOWN — Recent heavy rains have pushed Lake Ontario levels to a foot above historic average levels for this time of year, but regulators say they believe they will remain below record-high levels seen in 2017 and 2019. Read More ⇒Regulators: Lake Ontario levels a foot above average for early May
PARISH — An out-of-control sport utility vehicle jumped a curve and crashed through the side of an apartment building Friday evening, police said. Read More ⇒SUV crashes into home in Parish
Richland — An Oswego County man died Saturday night after a car went off the road and hit a tree in the town of Richland, deputies said. Read More ⇒19-year-old dead after car crashes into tree in Oswego County
WATERTOWN — State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced Friday that the fishing season for walleye, northern pike, pickerel and tiger muskellunge begins on May 1. Read More ⇒DEC announces May 1 start to tiger muskie, walleye, pickerel, northern pike seasons
When death comes, more people are going green. Read More ⇒When death comes: New York part of a growing movement to say greener goodbyes
LOWVILLE — The final countdown for the Barnes Corners Sno-Pals’ 18th annual Snirt Run is on this week. Read More ⇒The 18th annual Snirt Run is this Saturday
WHEATLAND — An Oswego woman was killed and two teenage passengers injured in the third fatal crash on the New York State Thruway in Western New York in the past week. Read More ⇒Oswego woman killed, two teens injured in Thruway crash
PULASKI — A swimmer was swept down the Salmon River in Oswego County on Saturday after jumping in the water, troopers said. Read More ⇒Swimmer swept down Salmon River had to hold onto log before being rescued
WATERTOWN — The Disabled Persons Action Organization on Thursday announced three more concerts in its summer series. Read More ⇒Wayne Newton, Train and Riley Green added to DPAO summer series
After 415 years, the comet Thatcher has made its way around the sun again. As Earth passes through Thatcher’s dusty trail starting this weekend, fiery streaks will fly. Read More ⇒Lyrid meteor shower begins this weekend, peaks on Earth Day
Dave S. Reckess, the executive director of nonprofit that acts as living link to preserve the legacies and the lessons of the Holocaust, is inspired by all four of his grandparents, but especially by his grandmother Sarah Tuller, who died in 2020. Read More ⇒Third-generation school programs provide a link to the Holocaust
WATERTOWN — Emergency responders from Oswego, Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties attended a mental health seminar on Saturday at Sturtz Theater presented by The Garrett W. Loomis Foundation in partnership with Jefferson Community College. Read More ⇒Sparking Change: Emergency Responder Seminar provides inspiration
WATERTOWN — A new chapter is opening for the Watertown Golf Club this spring as the city takes over the operation of the links at Thompson Park. Read More ⇒Golf course at Thompson Park enters new era with storied links to the past
WATERTOWN — On a late July afternoon in 1899, local businessman Henry D. Goodale received a telegram. Read More ⇒Watertown’s Thompson Park: A vision dreamed, a future envisioned
LOWVILLE — Bicycling enthusiasts will find the north country a great place to pedal this summer with a slew of events scheduled from Osceola to the St. Lawrence Seaway. Read More ⇒Wheels will be spinning with cycling events across the north country this summer
WATERTOWN — The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for southern Jefferson County, west central Lewis County and northeastern Oswego County through 1 p.m. Read More ⇒Severe thunderstorm warning issued
AUBURN - The New York State Sheriffs’ Association awarded scholarships to two Cayuga Community College students this month as the students pursue their degrees and careers connected to law enforcement. Read More ⇒Cayuga students earn scholarships from New York State Sheriffs’ Association
FULTON - The Fulton Block Builder (FBB) program has many opportunities for people to serve their community through this new initiative. In 2023, FBB begins its seventh year, and more growth is expected. Read More ⇒Fulton Block Builders announces new volunteers for 2023
OSWEGO - The Syracuse Area Music Award recently given to Harborfest shows that the festival has survived the last few difficult years with the help of the community and area businesses, according to the executive director. Harborfest won the People’s Choice award for Best Event or Music Seri… Read More ⇒Harborfest award highlights improving strength of one of CNY’s biggest festivals
OSWEGO COUNTY – Oswego County Department of Social Services (DSS) held a job recruitment fair. Job seekers were able to speak with current employees in various divisions, including adult and child protective services, employment and training, child support, assistance programs and more. Empl… Read More ⇒Community responds to make Oswego County DSS recruitment fair a success
LA MIRADA, CALIF. - Jack Morris was named to Biola University’s dean’s list for academic excellence. Read More ⇒Jack Morris named to dean’s list
Sandy Creek — A Sandy Creek man has been arrested nearly a month after the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office received a tip that someone at his home was sending “child sexual abuse material” on the Kik messenger app. Read More ⇒Sandy Creek man accused of sending child porn on Kik messaging app
HANNIBAL - Hannibal Central School District (HCSD) student musicians recently took the stage to showcase their talents during a districtwide concert. Read More ⇒Hannibal musicians shine in districtwide concert
OSWEGO - Oswego Health welcomes experienced Certified Nurse Practitioner, Linsay E. Bergeron, MSN, BSN, FNP-C to the healthcare system as a new provider in their Community Health Department. Read More ⇒Oswego Health welcomes Linsay E. Bergeron, MSN, BSN, FNP-C
FULTON - “Pathfinder Bank supports the community in countless ways,” said Linda Eagan, Fulton Block Builder (FBB) Administrative Director. “This year’s donation to the FBB program is critical in helping us reach our 2023 fundraising goal of $50,000. What’s equally important is the bank inspi… Read More ⇒Pathfinder Bank continues to support Fulton Block Builders
MEXICO - Mexico High School has named its valedictorian, salutatorian and entire top 10 for the Class of 2023. Read More ⇒Trimble, Britton atop MACS Class of 2023; top 10 announced
LOWVILLE — Proposed legislation tucked deeply in the folds of Gov. Kathleen C. Hochul’s Executive Budget would sidestep an in-process case in Albany County Supreme Court that has temporarily frozen the real property value appraisal model for renewable energy projects the state created to “in… Read More ⇒Local governments with renewable energy projects could lose out under Hochul budget proposal
NEW HAVEN - New Haven Seniors will go to the Cortland Repertory Theater on July 12 for a show called “Unnecessary Farce”, it’s a who done it. This includes lunch before the show. Cost is $140 and money must be sent when making reservations. Read More ⇒New Haven Seniors trip to Cortland
OSWEGO COUNTY – Oswego County Workforce New York (OCWNY) presents a spring job fair on Thursday, April 13 at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego. The event runs from 3-6 p.m., bringing local employers, training institutions and job applicants together for a variety of career and t… Read More ⇒Spring into a new career at Oswego County job fair April 13
OSWEGO - The Children’s Board of Oswego’s hanging flower baskets fundraiser is on its way. Multiple varieties of flower baskets are available to order for Mother’s Day. People can choose from various plants such as; New Guinea Impatiens, Superbells, Boston fern, Supertunia, Calliope Geranium… Read More ⇒Children’s Board of Oswego holds hanging flowers baskets fundraiser
OSWEGO - The Salvation Army of Oswego County is continuing the tradition of providing services for people throughout the county. The Corps is holding its Sixth Annual Red Kettle Classic Golf Tournament on Saturday, June 24, at Battle Island State Park Golf Course, 2150 State Route 48, Fulton… Read More ⇒Salvation Army to hold Sixth Annual Red Kettle Golf Classic
Beijing opened a new front in the escalating semiconductor battle between the U.S. and China, launching a cybersecurity review of imports from America’s largest memory-chip maker, Micron Technology. Read More ⇒China hits Micron with review of chips, citing security risks
FULTON – Fulton’s plans to repave Interstate Route 481 through the city from Pierce Drive heading north to Seneca Street resumes April 10, said Fulton Mayor Deana Michaels. Read More ⇒Fulton Route 481 paving project resumes April 10, milling, paving begin late June
OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Office for the Aging (OFA) is looking for nominations for its 2023 Senior of the Year recognition. If people know a deserving senior – someone who is at least 60 years old and an active volunteer – submit a nomination form by Friday, June 9. Read More ⇒Nominate parent, friend or neighbor for Senior of the Year
OSWEGO COUNTY – Oswego County announces a federal grant opportunity from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to fund environmental studies on brownfield sites, properties where the potential presence of a hazardous substance may complicate the land’s re-development. Read More ⇒Oswego County announces federal grant for environmental site assessments
OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Office for the Aging (OFA) received grant funding from the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOA) through SNAP-Ed New York to offer older adults the evidence-based health promotion program, “Eat Healthy, Be Active,” which is focused on improving healthy… Read More ⇒SNAP-Ed New York, OFA offer healthy eating community workshops
OSWEGO - The Oswego County Salvation Army Corps offers the Food Sense program of the Central New York Food Bank. Any residents of the Oswego area who would like to stretch their food dollars may order April Food Sense packages until noon on Friday, April 14. All Oswego-area residents may use… Read More ⇒April Food Sense orders now being accepted
MEXICO — Michael Ostrom has experience building a program from the ground up. Read More ⇒High school sports: Ostrom on board to guide Mexico baseball back to prominence
OSWEGO COUNTY — Fulton senior Sam Cotton and Mexico senior Anyssia Ingersoll each garnered Player of the Year honors to headline Oswego County basketball all-stars recently unveiled by area leagues. Read More ⇒High school basketball: Mexico’s Ingersoll, Fulton’s Cotton headline Oswego County all-league selections
CENTRAL SQUARE – Matthew Stevens, the 17-year-old Paul V. Moore High School senior and one of two New York state winners of the prestigious $10,000 U.S. Senate Youth Scholarship, returned from his prize weeklong stay in Washington, D.C. recently, and what a whirlwind trip it was. I spoke wit… Read More ⇒Matthew Stevens’ whirlwind prize trip to Washington, D.C.
Oswego County Police Blotter for March 31. Read More ⇒Public Record Oswego County Police Blotter
