OSWEGO — Oswego County Public Health Director Jiancheng Huang announced five new positive cases of COVID-19 in Oswego County as of 3 p.m. Thursday, bringing the number of positive cases to 28. Nine of the previous positive cases have since recovered and are no longer in mandatory quarantine. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — As Oswego County residents are ditching the winter doldrums and ready to head outside, the coronavirus is biting at their heels, pushing most folks back into their homes. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The COVID-19 pandemic has left many people feeling anxious or stressed. While this may be a new coronavirus, there are some time-tested mental health practices that everyone can use to help reduce overwhelming worry. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Confirmed cases of coronavirus within the county now total 23, up three from Tuesday, according to the county’s Wednesday afternoon YouTube video update. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — It may seem old fashion but writing a letter or sending a card can bring a smile to someone’s face. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Oswego County Legislature Chairman James Weatherup reminds residents about the 211 CNY Program in light of the novel coronavirus pandemic. This phone line provides referrals to hundreds of different agencies and organizations throughout Central and Northern New York. Read More ⇒
ROCHESTER — To help fortify its supply of surgical face masks for field staff, HCR Home Care has enlisted community volunteers to sew fabric masks. Read More ⇒
Experts from the Alzheimer’s Association believe dementia does likely not increase a person’s risk for COVID-19, the respiratory illness caused by the novel coronavirus. The pandemic does present unique challenges for the 410,000 New Yorkers living with Alzheimer’s, as well as their caregivers. Read More ⇒
Despite the havoc caused by the coronavirus, 2020 Census officials vow to continue to make sure that everyone gets counted. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Oswego County reported three more cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday afternoon, bringing the county’s total number of cases to 20. Read More ⇒
SYRACUSE — In an effort to help manage the spread of coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, Onondaga Community College (OCC) will continue the suspension of face-to-face instruction through the remainder of the spring 2020 semester. The decision was made after receiving guidance from SUNY whic… Read More ⇒
SYRACUSE — The Oswego County Community Foundation announced that it has established the Oswego County COVID-19 Fund in partnership with the Richard S. Shineman Foundation and the United Way of Greater Oswego County to support nonprofit organizations working with communities that are dispropo… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — As authorities are strongly encouraging individuals to practice social distancing, Oswego Health is doing the same through telemedicine. Through telemedicine they can make sure that Oswego County still has access to care without leaving their homes. Read More ⇒
MEXICO — The regular April meeting and annual meeting of the Center for Instruction, Technology and Innovation (CiTi) (formerly known as Oswego County BOCES) will be held on April 1 beginning at 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m., respectively. Read More ⇒
LOWVILLE — The state budget will be done by April 1. It has to be. But the state budget has been hit by the coronavirus and the symptoms are just starting to show. Read More ⇒
FULTON - A celebration of reading has welcomed community guest readers into Fairgrieve Elementary School. Read More ⇒
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ - Seton Hall University has announced Ethan Dexter of Fulton, has qualified for the fall 2019 dean’s list. Read More ⇒
DUDLEY, MASS. — Lucas Vaadi, a Nichols College student from Mannsville, achieved dean’s list status for the fall 2019 semester at Nichols College, which ended in December. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Oswego County reported two more confirmed cases of coronavirus Monday afternoon, bringing the county’s total to 17. Read More ⇒
Verizon and AT&T have made changes for customers facing hardships as the result of mass layoffs and health concerns as the novel coronavirus continues to spread. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Matt Harrington and Giselle Degre, both of Rochester, were planning to go to Skaneateles on Friday for a marriage license, but were called by the town clerk and told they couldn’t do anything public. Read More ⇒
The state Department of Environmental Conservation issued a reminder that trout and salmon fishing season opens Wednesday, while cautioning anglers to practice safe, social-distancing methods during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More ⇒
BATAVIA - Jason Holmquist, a resident of Central Square, was among 248 students from Genesee Community College, including all seven campus locations in Batavia, Albion, Arcade, Dansville, Lima, Medina and Warsaw, who were named to the Provost’s List For The Fall 2019 semester. Read More ⇒
FULTON - Transforming student faces into works of art, through storytelling and theater makeup captivated Lanigan Elementary peers during a recent presentation of Christopher Agostino’s “Story Faces.” Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Oswego County Legislature Chairman James Weatherup reminds residents that Governor Cuomo has ordered that non-essential gatherings of any size must be canceled or postponed at this time. This includes not only parties, celebrations and social events for any reason, but also close co… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — “Just because there needs to be some physical distance between us, doesn’t mean we need to be completely removed from one another.” That is Dr. Christina Liepke’s message in a video released to Oswego County residents. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Oswego County Public Health Director Jiancheng Huang announced five new positive cases of COVID-19 in the county Sunday afternoon, bringing the number of positive cases to 15. Read More ⇒
PULASKI - Students in the Pulaski Academy and Central School’s (PACS) high school Drama Club recently showed of their acting abilities in the play “Get Smart.” Read More ⇒
MEXICO - Seven adult students graduated from the Center for Career and Community Education (CCCE) to become certified medical assistants. Read More ⇒
WATERTOWN — At the city fire department’s Massey Street station, a slogan, posted here and there, can’t escape the eyes of firefighters: Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — A Cayuga County man faces multiple charges after allegedly firing a loaded .380-caliber semi-automatic pistol Wednesday in the city, Oswego police said. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The first positive case of the COVID-19 within city limits was announced late Saturday afternoon by Mayor William Barlow, bringing the total positive cases within Oswego County to nine. Read More ⇒
PHOENIX — Phoenix varsity football coach David Johnson received a surprise phone call from athletic director John Jeffries prior to recent school closures regarding 20 students climbing over a locked fence to play football on the John C. Birdlebough (JCB) High School field. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Mayor Billy Barlow has appointed Thomas A. Reynolds as the next part time city court judge for the city of Oswego. Reynolds, an Oswego attorney specializing in real estate and municipal law, owns Reynolds Law Office and currently serves as the city of Oswego’s assistant city attorne… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Anyone within the city hosting a non-essential gathering of any size for any reason, other than those exempted by order of the governor, will be arrested, according to an executive order effective immediately issued Friday by Mayor William Barlow. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Several local companies and individuals are stepping up to help Oswego County battle the novel coronavirus that is sweeping across the globe. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The Oswego County Health Department reported no new cases of coronavirus Friday. Read More ⇒
The Watertown Daily Times has been named among the first recipients of a grant program led by the Facebook Journalism Project, the Lenfest Institute for Journalism and the Local Media Association to assist newspapers in reporting on the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More ⇒
PULASKI – The Greater Pulaski Community Endowment Fund is now accepting grant applications from nonprofit organizations serving Pulaski or the town of Richland. The grant application deadline is May 15. Proposals are encouraged from a variety of program areas including education, health, soc… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO COUNTY - Oswego County Fire Coordinator Donald Forbes reminds county residents of the annual statewide ban on all open burning which is in effect during the high fire-risk period of March 16 through May 14. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — The Oswego State women’s ice hockey team utilized a symbiotic blend of seasoned senior leadership and exceptional freshman talent to produce its best season since joining the Northeast Women’s Hockey League. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Keith E. Chetney, 27, of Oswego, was arrested Thursday in connection with a stabbing that occurred on March 16 at the Pit Stop gas station on County Route 3 in the town of Granby. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — Oswego County now has eight confirmed cases of COVID-19, Oswego County Legislature Chairman James Weatherup announced Thursday. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Department of Social Services recently announced that the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) is extending the period for certain TA/MA/SNAP and SNAP-only re-certifications that were scheduled to expire in March, April and May. Read More ⇒
OSWEGO COUNTY – To provide Oswego County residents an opportunity to upgrade their skills during this unprecedented time, Oswego County, in collaboration with the Workforce Development Board of Oswego County, is providing residents free access to the Metrix E- Learning System through its “Sk… Read More ⇒
PULASKI - ConnextCare will consolidate its dental hours at its Fulton and Pulaski locations as it responds to Governor Cuomo’s executive order that dental offices only provide emergency services. Effective March 31, the ConnextCare Fulton dental office at 510 S. Fourth St., Suite 600 will re… Read More ⇒
OSWEGO — A Watertown man has been charged with the mid-day robbery of a bank Wednesday in Oswego. Read More ⇒
FULTON - Fulton Block Builders (FBB) goal is to build community by bringing people together one block at a time. However, during these tumultuous COVID-19 times, community building must happen differently for FBB. A key aspect of the FBB program is neighbors getting together but FBB coordina… Read More ⇒
CLEVELAND - After consulting with the Oswego County Health Department and the Child Care & Development Council, Vanderkamp in Cleveland will offer the Kountry Klub, an emergency program to assist families where parents must work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More ⇒
