For the first time in several weeks, Oswego Kartway was able to run an event without the threat of rain, and as a result competitors turned out in great force with 97 racers signing in last Friday evening. Kartway veteran Corey Norton continued his winning ways in the Open division on Friday as he collected his sixth main event win in eight starts this season.
Fulton’s downtown Gazebo will once again be the setting for worship on Labor Day Sunday September 1 at 10:30 a.m. Three congregations (Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, State Street United Methodist Church, and First United Church of Fulton) will gather to host the outdoor service which will include communion and a food offering for the Salvation Army Food Pantry.
There is a new water level plan proposed for Lake Ontario that will threaten shoreline property, recreational activity, and damage public infrastructure. Plan 2014 has been proposed by the International Joint Commission. The IJC is comprised of six members from Canada and the U.S. It was created to help handle issues in shared waters, such as the Great Lakes. Proponents of the plan say Plan 2014 will return the lake levels to a more natural state, and therefore, create higher highs and lower lows, depending on the time of year.
The City of Fulton Free Summer Concert Series continues this week with the Fulton Community Band playing at the Pavilion at Bullhead Point Thursday, beginning at 7 p.m. On Friday, the Detour Band will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Downtown Gazebo on South First Street.
The red carpet was literally rolled out for the family and friends of The Manor’s residents and rehabilitation patients during the annual family picnic which had an Oscar Night theme. Family members enjoyed a meal with their loved one and mingling with the staff.
Nurses from the St. Luke Health Services Adult Day Health Care Program will offer free blood pressure and blood glucose screenings to the public during the Oswego Farmers’ Market on Thursday from 4:30 to 8 p.m. The screenings will be offered at the St. Luke bus, which will be parked on West Oneida Street near the Civic Plaza, at the market.
Warm with increasing sunshine this afternoon. High in the lower 80s.
Members of the Oswego County Teachers Association were joined by a number of volunteers to help collect school supplies during the countywide collection day held August 14.
Oswego County AmeriCorps member Amanda Barker is hosting a drive at the Selkirk Shores State Park Recreation Center. This drive will benefit the children of all ages who participate in the activities at the center. The goal of the drive is to enhance opportunities for the children campers who really depend on the center.
The Oswego County Legislature’s Government, Courts and Consumer Affairs Committee presented Martin Webster with a certificate of appreciation for his 25 years of service.
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