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“Show me the money!”
Famous words from a Hollywood movie. I asked a similar question of Mr. Dominic Lisi at the FCSDBOE meeting last week. I asked to see if the costs of moving district offices back to 4th Street from the Junior High school(where they were moved to not that long ago) is part of the reason there is a projected 2.99% increase in the School tax levy.
Nancy J. Whitens
FULTON – March 27, 2024, Nancy J. Whitens, age 89 of Fulton, NY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, William Whitens, and grandson, Ryan Caster. Nancy is survived by her loving children, Lori (Gregory) Caracciolo, Brenda (Robin) Caster, Judy Dygert,...
Edward Joseph Proppe
OXFORD, NY – Edward Joseph Proppe, Jr. of Oxford, NY. Passed peacefully at home on March 18, 2024, surrounded by family. Born to Edward J. Proppe, Sr. and Mary (Niegos) Proppe on November 2, 1939, in Fulton, NY. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Karol (Hayden) Proppe; Daughter Kari Hernandez-Proppe (Justino); Grandchildren Kathryn Proppe, Timothy Proppe, Abigail Jewell (Nathan), Samantha “Grunt” Proppe (Chavis Howard), Kalee Proppe, Hayden Proppe, Jr., Christopher Hernandez-Proppe, Nicolas Hernandez-Proppe; Eric Proppe and 7 other great grandchildren; His sisters, Carole Holcomb, Colleen Proppe, and Geraldine Chalifoux; His best friend and cousin, Donald Dunn, Jr. He is preceded in death by his parents; and sons Edward J. Proppe, III, and Hayden J. Proppe, and many life-long friends.
Oswego County Sheriff’s Office March 29, 2024
On 3/23/24 at 12:32 a.m., Crystal Carol Beam, 41, of Parish was arrested for Obstruction of Governmental Administration, 2nd degree; Resisting Arrest and Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance, 7th degree following a traffic stop in the Town of Parish. Ms. Beam is scheduled to be arraigned in CAP Court on 4/7/24.
Leprechaun Basketball Recently Completed It 2024 Girls Season
OSWEGO – Leprechaun Basketball recently completed it 2024 Girls season, St. Paul’s Leprechaun Basketball was started in 1943 by Father Thomas Murphy and games are still placed at the same gym at the school on east Fifth street. We held a small awards ceremony and each player received a Leprechaun pin and a cookie from Iced is Nice. This year we had 58 Girls participating on 6 teams. A big thank you to all our volunteers, without you this opportunity for the kids would not happen. Xavier won the championship, we’ve included photos of our award winners.
Missing for Thirty Years – Heidi Marie Allen
OSWEGO COUNTY – On Easter Sunday, 30 years ago, April 3rd, 1994, 18-year-old Heidi Marie Allen was working alone as a cashier at the D&W Convenience Store, located at the intersection of State Routes 104 and 104B in New Haven. She opened the store at about 5:45 AM and managed the store for about two hours. At around 7:55 AM, the store was reported to be vacant. She has not been seen since.
Jennifer Waugh Graces the Stage in Always A Bridesmaid
FULTON – Monette Gentry is described in the script of Always A Bridesmaid as a kinda flashy and kinda trashy southern belle. She’s one of the four bridesmaids in the Jones-Wooten-Hope comedy that opens April 5th at the CNY Arts Center in Fulton. And Monette seems to have a habit of always picking the wrong kind of guy which has resulted in her marrying a number of times over the years. Her friends of 30 plus years never let her down, though, as they keep their promise of long ago to be in each other’s weddings. You can only imagine the antics that develop over this span of time as Libby, Deedra and Charlie all come together again and again in celebration of yet one more wedding.
Grace D’Ambra
OSWEGO – Grace D’Ambra, 87, of Oswego, passed away on March 24, 2024, at Seneca Hill Manor. Born in Oswego, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Gertrude (Wollridge) D’Ambra. Grace is survived by her sister Jo Ann Watts of Oswego, her nieces Karyne Kuzawski...
An Arkansaw Tree Grows In Oswego
OSWEGO – A little slice of Arkansaw has been growing at the Frances Marion Brown Theater in the form of a 12-foot tree at the center The Oswego Players’ April production of Aurand Harris’ “The Arkansaw Bear.”. Directed by Norman Berlin, III, the play is part...
Mayor Corradino Announces Beginning Of Yard Waste And Debris Pick-Up, Beginning April 1St
OSWEGO – The schedule for WEEKLY PICK-UP of BAGGED & CONTAINED yard waste and debris conducted by the Department of Public Works is as follows:. TUESDAY: Between Bridge St & Utica St, & College area West side of. WEDNESDAY: North of Bridge St, West side of city. THURSDAY: South...
SUNY Oswego Faculty Member Offers 3 Tips For Photographing The Eclipse
SUNY OSWEGO – Photographing a solar eclipse can be a thrilling experience, but it requires careful planning and the right equipment. Here are some tips and tricks to help you capture stunning images from SUNY Oswego Visiting Assistant Professor of Art Peter Cardone:. 1. Safety first. Protect your eyes:...
DRI Advisory Committee Discusses DRI Projects, Concerns
FULTON – The City of Fulton’s newly formed DRI Advisory Committee met Tuesday March 26 to learn about DRI projects and provide questions, concerns and feedback on projects that are critically behind. The 20-person citizen committee, comprised of local and regional stakeholders, was recently appointed by the Common Council. The Committee’s purpose is to keep the public updated and engaged with what is happening with the DRI, and most importantly, help to gather information and advise the council on previously awarded DRI projects.
Do You Have Questions About 2024 Assessment Reevaluation Project
OSWEGO – After the recent public forum about the 2024 full value assessment project at city hall, it has become apparent that people still have questions about the project. To address those questions, Mayor Rob Corradino has announced additional ways to learn about the project. Beginning Friday March 29th, there will be several ways to ask questions about the project and to receive written answers.
Shari I. Bednarek
Shari I. Bednarek, 66; of Fulton, NY passed unexpectedly at University Hospital, Syracuse, NY. She was born in Oswego, NY and she has been a resident of Fulton, NY for most of her life. Mrs. Bednarek previously worked at Strupplers, Fulton as a cashier and she also transitioned upon the business sale to become a Tops cashier. Shari enjoyed being a homemaker and taking care of her family pets. She loved her little Yorkie Ruby and her parrots: Mellow, Echo, and Tiki all of whom kept her very busy.
NY Politicians’ Must Prioritize Cost of Living over Climate Mandates
As an elected official, it is my job to advance the interests of the 33,000 people I represent in the Town of Salina. When a policy blatantly hurts the hardworking people of my community, I advocate against it. I simply cannot wrap my head around the proposal by New York...
Bunny: Pet of the Week
OSWEGO – 3/27/2024, Hippity-hop, down the trail… It’s our very own Easter Bunny! This Bunny comes when you call her name. She’s chatty and has plenty of stories to share. Bunny has rabbit-soft fur in a beautiful pastel coloring, just perfect for the first signs of...
Hunter James Graham
PENNELLVILLE – Hunter James Graham passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital with his mom and dad by his side. Hunter was born on January 7, 2024. Hunter is survived by his parents, Arthur James Graham III and Sathana Maria Bristol; brothers,...
Dorothy “Dottie” Price
OSWEGO – March 17, 2024, Dorothy “Dottie” Price, 89, of Oswego, NY, formerly of Cato, NY, Levittown and Folsom, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving children on March 17, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, PA. to the late Arthur and Dorothy Donohue, she lived in New...
Novelis Partners with Compass Federal Credit Union for Charity Golf Tournament on June 8th
OSWEGO – March 28, 2024, Compass Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Novelis as the title sponsor of the upcoming Compass Federal Credit Union Charity Golf Tournament, which will be held on Saturday, June 8th at Battle Island Golf Course in Fulton. This year’s proceeds will benefit hundreds of children that take part in Fulton Youth Soccer and the Leprechaun League of Oswego.
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