Community
Senator Ritchie Visits Veteran’s Memorial Park
During her visit, Senator Ritchie also honored Herb Pelton, a decorated World War II veteran who served in the Navy.
Month: July 2012
Community
Oswego County Legislature Recognizes Public Health Director
Dr. Norfleet retired from his position as the public health director of the Oswego County Health Department in June.
Sports
Tracey Road Equipment Presents An Exciting Night Of Racing Action July 6 At Brewerton Speedway
Major Marketing partner and sponsor of the Big Block Modifieds, Tracey Road Equipment, continues their strong support of the Brewerton Speedway as they present a full night of high speed, side by side racing this Friday night, July 6.
Community
Kindergarten to College Immunization Clinics Offered Wednesdays at Oswego County Health Department
Although the school year just ended, it’s not too early to make sure that students have the right immunizations for the next school year.
Community
Great Lakes Seaway Trail National Scenic Byway Names New President, CEO
Mike Bristol becomes only the second President and CEO in the Great Lakes Seaway Trail’s 34-year history.
Community
Fulton CYO Gets Ready for Summer Recreation Program
The CYO Summer Drop-in Recreation Program at Catholic Charities of Oswego County will begin July 9 and will continue through August 24.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Study Reports Prescription Drug Abuse on the Rise; I-STOP to Help Combat Abuse
A study out last week reports that prescription drug abuse is on the rise. Thankfully this session we passed the I-STOP bill. This legislation creates the Internet System for Tracking Overprescribing (I-STOP) program. This is a “real-time” registry for doctors and pharmacists to track prescriptions.
Oswego Daily News
Port City Eyes Code Changes For Taxis-Buses
Proponents say the move will go a long way toward curbing the loud house parties and other rowdy behavior in the neighborhoods. However, the owner of a local bus company says the changes have the potential to put him out of business.
Community
Youth Bureau Hosts Traveling Arts in the Parks This Summer
The Oswego City-County Youth Bureau announces its 2012 schedule for the Traveling Arts in the Parks series. Each event is free and open to the public.
Community
AmeriCorps Unveils Mural Project At CYO
Conceived by AmeriCorps member Amanda McFarland, as her community service requirement, she recruited area youth and other youth organizations to work on the project.