State Assemblyman Will Barclay (R-Pulaski) said today he is forming a committee to explore the idea of running for Congress this year.

Barclay has formed an exploratory committee, which allows him to raise money for a possible run.

The final day of the campaign for Congress was a wild one, with Doug Hoffman and Bill Owens continuing to spend time on the candidate who isn’t in the race anymore.

Hoffman, the Conservative Party’s candidate, called for an investigation of Republican Dede Scozzafava’s decision to quit running and, a day later, endorse Democrat Bill Owens.  Owens continued to praise Scozzafava for her decision to back him.

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The bizarre race for Congress from Oswego County and the North Country takes its final twists today.

Doug Hoffman and Bill Owens race to the finish line accompanied by political and entertainment celebrities, in a contest that has become as much about the future of the Republican party as it is about our local representative to Congress.

Scozzafava gave in to the reality of polls, the most recent of which was revealed on Saturday, showing Democrat Bill Owens and Conservative Doug Hoffman in a virtual tie.  She also obviously gave in to the will of her party, which appears to have decided that if she can’t win, then Hoffman must.

Executive Director of the United Way of Greater Oswego County Melanie Trexler has announced that former Syracuse All-American and NFL great Chris Gedney will be the keynote speaker at the United Way’s annual campaign kick off breakfast.

Members of the United Way of Greater Oswego County’s Campaign Cabinet are busy putting the final touches on the agenda for one of the anticipated events of the fall, the annual campaign kick off breakfast.

The group enjoyed hiking, canoeing, and even playing poker when rain curtailed their outdoor activities.  On their return, they were treated to a hot dog cookout, courtesy of the Fulton Rotary Club.

With the United Way of Greater Oswego County’s Annual Campaign under way, Resource Development Director, Lois Luber has been busy visiting area businesses and organizations to help them with their employee campaigns in support of the United Way.

With financial markets continuing to face significant challenges, New York State is in a severe fiscal crisis that will require bold solutions and significant cuts in state spending. Today, state Sen. Darrel Aubertine put forth several bold initiatives for the state to consider that would cut state spending through consolidation and other measures to reduce the costs of state government.

The Fulton District Wide Storytelling Festival was held and storytellers from throughout the district showcased their talents in telling a wide variety of stories. Participants told a folktale, fairytale, myth, legend, tall tale or fable. The stories ranged from spooky legends to hilarious tales and many had a useful moral attached that provided a bit [...]

Parents: Get your social life back on track! Go out “guilt-free” and have fun knowing that your children are not just waiting for you by the TV — but are having fun too!

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While our Richland facility is closed until April, the society is still active with Friday afternoon hours at the Barclay Court House in Pulaski (2nd floor over DMV, 2pm until 5) or by appointment. We got off to a rocky start following our [...]