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Fire departments sound alarm over new regulations
Some local fire departments are taking aim at proposed safety regulations, saying they could put major stress on communities. Central Square Fire Department Chief Chris Casteline said OSHA’s new proposed safety and health standards would put a strain on his department. "Firefighting's a dangerous business, and you know, I...
Peas and Asparagus are Oswego County Humane Society's Pets of the Week
OSWEGO, N.Y. — These girls are the cutest veggies in our summer garden. They are ready to be picked by a kind family that will love them forever. Peas, a silver tabby, is curious and gentle. Asparagus, a Siamese tabby, is a little more timid than her sister and equally sweet.
Oswego County Legislature Special Meetings Notice and Agendas
Please find attached a meeting notice and agendas for two special committee meetings of the Oswego County Legislature:. Human Services Committee: Thursday, Aug. 15 at 1:45 p.m. Infrastructure, Facilities and Technology Committee: Thursday, Aug. 15 at 1:50 p.m. Please note that both meetings take place at the H. Douglas Barclay...
Senior Fair set for September 17th
OSWEGO – Area seniors will want to mark their calendars for a special event taking place Tuesday, September 17, the Oswego County Senior Fair. Presented by Senator John Mannion’s office, in partnership with the Caring Community Advocates, the Oswego County Senior Fair will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center, 26 East First Street in Oswego.
Medical staff at Oswego Hospital appoints new leadership
OSWEGO — The Medical Staff at Oswego Hospital recently appointed new leadership for 2024-2025, including Michael Alcasid as president and David Bass as vice president. For the past 26 years, Dr. Alcasid has been a staple at Oswego Hospital. In 1998 he started as a staff physician while also working as a primary care physician for Oswego County Opportunities. In 2008 he transitioned to being a hospitalist, a position he’s held ever since.
Oswego County Legislature will discuss staffing, other issues
OSWEGO — The Oswego County Legislature will gather in the Barclay Courthouse in Pulaski today to vote on many different resolutions, including staffing requests and other matters of public safety. Every year in August, the legislature gathers at the historic courthouse because when Oswego County was founded in 1816...
Hank Cooper To Perform At Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) Glow a Fun Golf Tournament
FULTON – Hank Cooper, pictured above performing at last year’s Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) Glow a Fun Golf Tournament, returns to once again entertain golfers at this year’s tournament. A guitarist/vocalist with the band Hell Fish, Cooper donates his time and talents each year to the event and has performed at many local benefits and fundraisers. Cooper and Hell Fish will also be performing at Oswego’s Porchfest on September 15th. OCO’s Glow for OCO Golf Tournament will be held August 16th with teams of four teeing off at dusk at the Tamarack Golf Club, 2021 County Route 1, Oswego.
OCO Health Homes Collaborates with Fulton Police Department
FULTON – Mental health issues and substance use disorder affect communities across the country. While Oswego County is no exception, one agency is focused on helping those struggling with mental health and substance use disorder by helping people connect with the assistance and services they need to improve their lives.
NY weather update: Thunderstorms with damaging winds and quarter-sized hail in New York Sunday
On Sunday at 4:14 p.m. an updated severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service valid until 4:30 p.m. for Cayuga, Oswego and Wayne counties. The storms are packing wind gusts of up to 60 mph and quarter-sized hail (1 inch). "At 4:14 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was...
Oswego County Office for the Aging Closed Aug. 26 for Training
OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Office for the Aging (OFA) will be closed Monday, Aug. 26 for staff training. This includes regularly scheduled office hours in Parish. Meal delivery will remain open. The office will re-open Tuesday, Aug. 27 at 8:30 a.m. People in need of aging services...
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