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Modi: Pet of the Week
OSWEGO – Modi is a beautiful, adorable mutt. Every person he meets has a different perspective on what his breed make-up is… Wheaten terrier? Pit doodle? Scruffy stuffed animal??. No matter his genetics, we know Modi is made up of a lot of fun and friendliness. He is...
Christopher Baszto Introduced as New Executive Director of Farnham Family Services
OSWEGO – Farnham Family Services, Oswego County’s leader in substance use disorder treatment and prevention, has named Christopher Baszto, MA, CASAC, as the organization’s new Executive Director. Baszto will be succeeding the late Eric Breese who passed away unexpectedly in November 2023. Baszto brings a wealth of...
When Every Drop Counts: Funding the Fight Against PFAS in Our Waters
A single drop in enough water to fill 20 Olympic-sized swimming pools seems insignificant, but when it comes to regulating per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water, every drop counts. As communities across the nation await the closing chapters of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) PFAS Strategic Roadmap, which is expected to include stringent requirements for remediation of these harmful contaminants in drinking water, some states are also taking a proactive stance toward additional regulations for PFAS in ways that will have an additional economic impact on many communities, including restrictions or even outright bans on PFAS in wastewater treatment plant discharges.
Arc of Oswego County to Celebrate Progress for People With Disabilities With Statewide Week of Service
FULTON- Arc of Oswego County and nine chapters from the Central region are joining people with disabilities, staff, and families across the state to celebrate The Arc New York’s 75th Anniversary with 75 Acts of Service. The Week of Service, which runs June 1-8, commemorates the organization’s historic achievements for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), a celebration of inclusion, and a call to action for continued engagement from communities across New York. Together, they’re mounting 75 service projects in a single week to improve parks, neighborhoods, and communities across the state.
Rooftop Lounge Supports Friends Of Hospice In Oswego County
OSWEGO, NY – This past November, National Hospice Month, the Rooftop Lounge created a specialty drink from which a portion of the proceeds was donated to the Friends Of Hospice In Oswego County, (FOHOC), said Elena Twiss, FOHOC executive director . “The gin-based specialty drink, Oh My Darling, was...
Pamela Caraccioli, Fulton Savings President/CEO, Appointed To NY State Charter Advisory Board
FULTON, NY – Pamela Caraccioli, president and CEO, Fulton Savings Bank, (FSB), has been appointed as a board member representing financial institutions on the State Charter Advisory Board of the NY State Dept. of Financial Services, it was announced by Mark Backus, chairman of the FSB board of trustees. The appointment is effective immediately.
Oswego County Man Arrested on Multiple Sex Offense Charges
OSWEGO COUNTY – On May 9, 2024, State Police in Hastings arrested Joshua M. Sprague, age 41, from Hastings, NY, for Criminal Sex Act 1st degree (class “B” felony) and Unlawful Publication of an Intimate Image (class “A” misdemeanor). These charges were the result of...
Frontier Outage in Pulaski Area
PULASKI – The Oswego County E-911 Communications Center has learned that Frontier customers in the Pulaski area are experiencing an outage of landline telephones. Oswego County E-911 Communications Director Kevin Pooley said the center learned the outage began this afternoon, May 28, and is reaching out to public safety agencies in the area.
Oswego County Offers Free Youth Softball This Summer
OSWEGO COUNTY – Nearly 200 youth have already signed up for the Oswego City-County Youth Bureau’s free summer softball program, which runs Monday and Wednesday nights from June 10 through July 22. Sign up today and come join the fun! Sessions take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Legends Fields Complex, 99 Churchill Rd., Oswego.
Joanne Burcroff, RN Joins The Manor at Seneca Hill as Director of Nursing
OSWEGO – Experienced clinical leader, Joanne Burcroff, RN joins the 120-licensed-bed, skilled nursing facility, The Manor at Seneca Hill as their new Director of Nursing. Burcroff is from Montezuma, NY, and earned an Associate of Applied Science in 2013 from Cayuga Community College and is actively pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Pathfinder Bank Donates To The Oswego Bookmobile
OSWEGO – Pathfinder Bank recently donated $1,000 to the Oswego Bookmobile. Located at 214 West First Street in Oswego, Pathfinder Bank is continuing their long-standing support for literacy initiatives in our community with their latest donation to the Oswego Bookmobile. For many years, Pathfinder Bank has been a dedicated partner in promoting literacy, making a significant difference in the lives of thousands of children in our community. This latest contribution reaffirms Pathfinder Bank’s commitment to fostering a love of reading and learning among the young residents of Oswego.
Jamie Leszczynski, from Oswego Health visits the Fulton Noon Rotary Club
FULTON – The Fulton Noon Rotary Club recently listened to a presentation from Jamie Leszczynski, Senior VP Communications from Oswego Health. Jamie talked about the exciting changes to the Fulton Urgent Care. Patients will be able to use some of their services instead of traveling to Syracuse. Fulton Noon...
Joanne E. Parkhurst
OSWEGO – Joanne E. “Jody” Parkhurst, 71, of New Haven, NY, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Born in Oswego, she was a daughter to the late Oscar Sr. and Helen (Smith) Berry. Jody dedicated her life to her husband and raising her eight children. She enjoyed spending time with her grandkids, had a love for life and was faithful to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and the Southwest Oswego Baptist Church.
Thank you!
I would like to take this time to thank everyone that showed their support for me and voted on Tuesday. Although I didn’t win it was a pleasure going out and seeing the voters while getting my signatures to obtain access to be on the ballot. Please hold those...
Seeking Volunteers to Assist a Special Project to Aid Emerald Ash Borer Biocontrol Efforts in Oswego, NY
OSWEGO COUNTY – Volunteers are needed to assist a special project occurring at the SUNY Oswego Rice Creek Field Station. The purpose of this project is to determine if biocontrol species that have been deployed at the site to naturally suppress populations of the invasive emerald ash borers have become established.
David J. Braymiller Sr.
FULTON – David J. Braymiller Sr., 82, of Fulton died Saturday May 25, 2024, peacefully while sleeping at his home. He was born in Warsaw, NY the son of the late Floyd and Genevieve (Wittmeyer) Braymiller. David retired from the shipping and receiving department at Ames Department Store in...
Phoenix Band Seniors Honored At Year-End Concert
PHEONIX, NY – John C. Birdlebough High School recently hosted its annual Band Scholarship Concert, showcasing the extraordinary talent and dedication of its band students. The highlight of the concert, which drew a packed audience of proud family members and friends, was a presentation of scholarships and awards to deserving band students in recognition of their outstanding achievements and contributions to the school’s music programs.
Oswego Speedway Race Recap: Dan Kapuscinski Climbs from 8th to Claim Third Tony White Memorial Victory
OSWEGO, NY (May 26, 2024) – After a lengthy rain delay, the 35-lap Tony White Memorial for Pathfinder Bank Small Block Supers (SBS) served as the night cap for Oswego Speedway’s 73rd Season Kickoff this past Saturday, May 25. In the early hours of the morning, around 1:15AM,...
Oswego Speedway Race Recap: Nick Barzee Bags Victory in J&S Paving 350 Super ‘Clash for Cliff’ Season Opener
OSWEGO, NY (May 26, 2024) – The much-anticipated season opener for the J&S Paving 350 Supermodifieds kicked off with an action-packed 30-lap, $2,050 to win ‘Clash for Cliff’ this past Saturday night at Oswego Speedway. As the green flag waved, pole-sitter Mike Bruce edged out in front...
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