Community
Local SUNY Potsdam Students Earn Spots on President’s List
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 827 students to the President’s List, in recognition of their academic excellence in the Spring 2013 semester.
Month: June 2013
Oswego Daily News
Junior Girl Scout’s Project Makes Soccer Fun For All
Usually, when Claudia Chetney steps onto the soccer field her objective is clear – do whatever it takes to help her team win. For the past several weeks, she has undertaken a variation of that mission. The Junior Girl Scout is ensuring that children with disabilities can play soccer for the fun of it – and not worry about winning or losing or even what the score might be. The program allows everyone the chance to learn the basics of soccer and enjoy the game without having to worry about their skill level.
Community
‘Catch the Wave’ at West Baptist Church
Music Camp is coming back to West Baptist Church, on the corner of West Third and Mohawk streets, Oswego. Our theme this year is ‘Catch the Wave!’ Campers will experience a fun introduction to the science of sound – and sound waves – along with some hands-on experience with rhythm instruments, recorders, and handbells.
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Natalie Alton, 84
Natalie Alton, 84, of Pennellville, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday morning June 26, 2013.
Community
Maffei Introduces Legislation to Create Tax-Free Small Business Startup Savings Accounts
Rep. Dan Maffei introduced The Incentivize Growth Now In Tomorrow’s Entrepreneurs (IGNITE) Act today, a bill to help Central New York small business owners grow and create new jobs. Maffei’s proposed legislation will enable individuals to create tax-free savings accounts to start a small business.
Community
New Chef Brings Restauranteur’s Vision to Life
When restauranteur Laurie O’Brien opened Red Sun Fire Roasting Co. in 2010 with her husband, Will, she had a specific vision for their urban-style eatery. It was not until recently, however, that she discovered a chef who truly understood and shared her vision.
Community
Herkimer County Community Students Named to Dean’s List for Spring 2013
Herkimer County Community College awarded academic honors to 555 students for the spring 2013 semester. Included are 305 students named to the Dean’s List for earning a grade point average between 3.25 and 3.79.
Community
Victory for Abbott’s Tae Kwon Do at Master Kim’s Super Cup
This spring, Mexico’s own Abbott’s Oh Do Kwon Tae Kwon Do triumphed at Master Kim’s Super Cup Competition. Of the eighteen Abbott competitors, nine gold medals were achieved, eleven silver medals, and three bronze medals. One student, advanced brown belt eleven-year-old Kiara Richer, took home the Grand Trophy for winning the gold in all three events of board break, poomse and sparring.
Community
Second Concert Set for Oswego Summer Sunset Concert Series
The second concert in the Oswego Summer Sunset Concert Series will be held July 3 at 7:30 p.m. at Breitbeck Park in Oswego. These concerts are provided free to the public by the city of Oswego and The Musicians Union of Oswego County. The Concert Band, under the direction of Kevin Upcraft, will be performing this week.
Community
Young Musicians Share Talents with Seniors
A group of local Oswego students ranging in ages recently performed in a showcase entitled “Rising Star Musicians” at Bishop’s Commons Enriched Living Residence. Sharing their musical talents, students performed solo acts playing a variety of instruments for residents to enjoy. While many performed on the piano, the show also featured musical pieces played by students on their violins, saxophones, flutes, and clarinets. The program was just one of the many inter-generational opportunities that take place at Bishop’s Commons between seniors and children.