Prior to the start of Tuesday’s board of education meeting, a ceremony was held to honor someone who has made significant contributions to the district for more than six decades – and is still contributing to this day. John Canale is a person that has served the district in just about every capacity for 66 years, Superintendent Dr. Dean Goewey pointed out.
John Canale, a veteran of the Battle of the Bulge, has started to write a book recognizing the soldiers from the Port City who were a part of the “greatest land battle that was ever fought.” He is soliciting information to include in the book.
John Canale (second from left) has donated his mother’s bowling ball to the Oswego High School trophy case.
The organization was formed in 2002 to honor the local men who fought in the Battle of the Bulge and keep alive the memories of those who made the ultimate sacrifice, according to chairman John Canale. He describes the members of the group as “patriots” and “heroes.” This fall, they will start offering a scholarship to an OHS senior who will be entering the armed forces.
The Oswego Salvation Army will welcome Steve Canale of The Press Box to its Guest Chef dinner to be held Oct. 8 from 4:30-6:30 p.m., according to Captain Corinne Hayes of the Oswego Chapter of the Salvation Army.
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