OSWEGO – Following numerous complaints over a pro-Trump flag flown from an Oswego County Sheriff’s boat at a pro-Trump flotilla on Oneida Lake this past weekend, County Legislative Chairman James Weatherup notified County Sheriff Don Hilton Monday that such displays are “in violation of Oswe… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — According to Oswego County Sheriff’s Office, Jesse Roe, 23, of Cleveland, was arrested Wednesday, July 29, after an extensive investigation as a fugitive from justice. Read More ⇒
AMHERST — Daemen College Dean Dr. Michael Brogan announced that Andrew Thorp, of Parish, achieved dean’s list status at Daemen College for the spring 2020 semester. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — SUNY Oswego mathematics professor Ampalavanar Nanthakumar recently earned the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, recognizing his exemplary skills as an educator, dedication to students and contributions to the field of statistics. Read More ⇒
MANSFIELD, Pa. — Ryan Morrissette, of Pulaski, has been named to the spring 2020 dean’s list at Mansfield University. Read More ⇒
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Joshua Hudson, of Fulton, was named to the University of Alabama dean’s list for spring 2020. Read More ⇒
Based on the guidance from local public health agencies, the Alzheimer’s Association has transitioned its support groups from in-person meetings to gatherings that take place remotely. Staff- and peer-led groups will meet at their regularly scheduled times, but using telephone and online mee… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The Oswego County Health Department’s Hospice Program ranks among the top 5 percent in the nation in a recent survey measuring caregiver satisfaction and quality of patient care, Oswego County Legislator James Karasek, chairman of the Legislature’s Health Committee, announced recently. Read More ⇒
NEW PALTZ — SUNY New Paltz has named Nathaniel Lindsey, of Fulton, to the dean’s list for the spring 2020 semester. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — A new monthly Oswego Alumni Podcast, a partnership between SUNY Oswego’s Alumni Association and student-run WNYO radio, collects stories and recollections from alumni spanning the decades. Read More ⇒
SYRACUSE — At a time when many people are seeking fun, new ways to stay in touch with friends and family and stay active, the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation announced its first-ever Dunkin’ JOY Run. The virtual program kicks off on Aug. 1 and invites peoples across the country to run or… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The Oswego City-County Youth Bureau, the city of Oswego, iHeart Oswego/iHeart Corp., and the Greater Oswego Fulton Chamber of Commerce host a citywide chalk art contest Saturday, Aug. 22. Contestants may create chalk art on their driveway, sidewalk or an easel. The rain date is Satu… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — As a not-for-profit community healthcare system, Oswego Health counts on additional support from donors to help deliver medical care throughout Oswego County. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Due to COVID-19 restrictions in place regarding social distancing and for the safety of the community, Oswego Health has announced its 5th Annual Run for Your Health 5K will be held virtually between Aug. 8-22. Runners and walkers of all ages and levels are encouraged to participate. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Two men, two women, drugs, a weapon, “a good amount” of missing money, a woman arrested and a man on the run, made for “a very convoluted case” of kidnapping here over the last week, according to Oswego City Police Chief Phillip Cady and Lt. Damian Waters. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — The north country’s largest newsroom has a new leadership team starting today. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Oswego County Public Health Director Jiancheng Huang announced Friday, July 31, that three additional residents have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of positive cases to 244. Two hundred thirty-two people have recovered and are no longer in mandatory isolatio… Read More ⇒
The state Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking public input to better track population dynamics for striped bass in local waters. Read More ⇒
The Oswego County Health Department reminds residents that COVID-19 protocols will remain in place for all upcoming rabies clinics. The next scheduled clinic runs from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 12 at the Oswego County Bristol Hill Landfill Solid Waste Facility on NYS Route 3 in Volney. Read More ⇒
FULTON — 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 — The rise in COVID-19 cases across the country has shaken the tourism industry. With a little luck and a lot of guidance, Oswego County and its Central New York partners have been able to continue working through a phased re-opening of the region. It is a slow and steady process, but… Read More ⇒
Recruiting for area college athletic coaches and high school prospects has been drastically altered but remained ongoing throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The pandemic of 2020 has taught us what many knew all along, but what many simply took for granted: some things are important, and some things really aren’t. Read More ⇒
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WILLIAMSTOWN — Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust will host an “easy paddle” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 16, at St. Mary’s Pond in the Happy Valley Wildlife Management Area, Oswego County. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — Beginning Saturday, all Price Chopper, Market Bistro and Market 32 stores in the state will once again ban thin film plastic bags, in compliance with a state law that was implemented shortly before COVID-19 quarantine began. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — A man and a woman were victims of an alleged armed kidnapping attempt at Kinney Drugs, 174 W. Bridge St., in the city Sunday morning, July 26, with the alleged kidnappers demanding money in exchange for the couple’s safe release, according to city police. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Oswego County Public Health Director Jiancheng Huang announced Thursday, July 30, that there are no new positive cases of COVID-19, leaving the total number of positive cases at 241. Two-hundred-thirty-one people have recovered and are no longer in mandatory isolation. There are fou… Read More ⇒
Mayor Billy Barlow will join family and friends of Jack R. Bobbett, an 11-year old boy who tragically passed away last summer, to open a renovated street hockey rink in Shapiro Park in Oswego. The new rink will also be dedicated and re-named in honor of Jack Bobbett. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The Board of Directors of St. Luke Health Services recently announced the appointment of Catherine R. Gill as the next Chief Executive Officer of St. Luke Health Services and its affiliated not-for-profit healthcare and residential service providers, Bishop’s Commons and St. Francis… Read More ⇒
SYRACUSE — Based on the guidance from local public health agencies, free education programs offered by the Alzheimer’s Association, Central New York Chapter will remain online through the summer months. Programs are delivered through an easy-to-use online meeting system available to users on… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Diane Dillon approached the task of re-launching the Oswego State women’s ice hockey team as if she were starting a business but was often heard throughout her final season referring to the program as her baby. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Oswego County Public Health Director Jiancheng Huang announced Wednesday, July 29, that one additional resident has tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of positive cases to 241. Two hundred thirty-one people have recovered and are no longer in mandatory isolation… Read More ⇒
The New York State Field Band Conference announced Tuesday that it has canceled the 2020 competitive band season due to the coronavirus pandemic. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Online bidding has started on approximately 250 parcels of property being offered for sale in the Oswego County Real Property Tax Auction. Read More ⇒
SYRACUSE — Right now, the American Red Cross has an emergency shortage of convalescent plasma, a potentially lifesaving treatment for patients with COVID-19. The Red Cross has seen demand for convalescent plasma more than double over the last month as the number of coronavirus cases increase… Read More ⇒
Hunters in New York can now earn their bowhunter education certificate online. A bowhunter education certificate is required for hunters who use a bow and arrow to hunt deer or bear. All hunters must also complete a mandatory hunter education course before purchasing a hunting license. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The Oswego County Office for the Aging (OFA) will hold parking lot distribution events for seniors to receive farmers market coupons Friday, July 31 in Central Square, and Monday, Aug. 3 in Sandy Creek. Both events are from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Building on the keywords of “Strength,” ”Hope,” “Collaboration” and “Perseverance,” and driven by the demonstration of community activities defined by those words over the past four months, Oswego County announced the release of “Strength,” the first in a series of four locally-insp… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Oswego County’s Tourism office updated its Instagram channel recently, @oswegocountyny. This effort is part of the county’s 2020 summer tourism campaign which focuses on outdoor recreation activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — If your philosophy is to continually chip away at problems in this city, and if in any given year, the results may seem rather insignificant in comparison to the larger problem, then why not get a couple of them going at once? That’s exactly what the Mayor Billy Barlow administratio… Read More ⇒
WHEATON, Ill. — Wheaton College student Hannah Miller of Richland, was named to the dean’s list for the spring 2020 semester. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The small things we do now can be the great things later. In its seemingly endless drive to improve just about every facet of the look, feel, health and life of this city, the Mayor Billy Barlow administration sometimes focuses on what may appear almost insignificant to some. After … Read More ⇒
PULASKI — A 24-year-old man was found dead in the water at Salmon River Falls after an apparent drowning Tuesday evening. Read More ⇒
The Dairy Margin Coverage Program and with other federal risk management programs have served farmers well during the coronavirus crisis and will continue to offer effective aid, as long as farmers participate, House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin Peterson said in an National Milk Pro… Read More ⇒
MEXICO – Four people made it to shore safely Saturday night, July 25, after their boat struck a submerged object, took on water, and capsized in Lake Ontario not far off Mexico Point. Read More ⇒
PALERMO — Palermo United Methodist Church will host a community wide lawn sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8. There are a variety of vendors participating with their items ranging in a vast selection of goods from household items, linens, toys, clothing and apparel, to hardware a… Read More ⇒
Jefferson, Lewis, St. Lawrence and Oswego counties are included in a drought watch issued by the state and announced by Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on Tuesday for four regions of New York, including Long Island, the Upper Hudson/Mohawk area, the Adirondacks and the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence River ar… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Oswego County Public Health Director Jiancheng Huang announced Tuesday, July 28, that there are no new positive cases of COVID-19, leaving the total number of positive cases at 240. Two hundred thirty people have recovered and are no longer in mandatory isolation. There are four con… Read More ⇒
WEST MONROE — The Oswego County Health Department announced Tuesday, July 28 that two additional mosquito samples collected from the Toad Harbor Swamp in West Monroe have tested positive for the Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — After nearly three decades of teaching, mentoring and helping build stronger writers through SUNY Oswego, Brad Korbesmeyer recently retired from the English and creative writing faculty — with an honor that will carry on his legacy. Read More ⇒
