Month: September 2013
‘Don’t Drink The Water’ A ‘Don’t Miss’
If you’re in the mood for a good comedy, don’t miss the Oswego Players’ current production of “Don’t Drink the Water,” written by Woody Allen and directed by Sherri Metz. This writer saw a tech rehearsal last night and deems it hysterical. The show is scheduled for production September 13 and 14, 20 and 21 at 8 p.m. and September 22 at 2 p.m.
OCO Receives $59,605 Grant
Oswego County Opportunities is pleased to announce that it has received a three-year grant totaling $59,605 from Excellus BlueCross BlueShield to provide nutrition education and healthy foods for residents who have been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, congestive heart failure, diabetes, high blood pressure or morbid obesity, have a low income and live in northeastern Oswego County.
Health Department Announces Clinic Schedule for Week of Sept. 16
The Oswego County Health Department offers a variety of services to all residents of Oswego County, including preventive health services, certified home health care, long-term home health care, certified hospice, and a maternal and child health program.
SUNY Oswego’s ‘Return to Oz’ reunion follows road to fourth installment
SUNY Oswego alumni of color will gather this month for “Return to Oz,” the fourth in a series of reunions that began in 1996, but whose genesis traces to the early to mid-1980s.
The reunion will take place Sept. 27 to 29, featuring a networking fair with current students, a welcome dinner, a social with music by alumnus DJ Tumbo, a picnic at Fallbrook Recreation Center, tours of campus and an alumni dinner dance.
Rotarians Hear About Emergency Household Family Preparedness
Fulton Rotarian Zach Menter introduced the new director of the Oswego County Emergency Management Office, Dale Currier. Dale gave a very informative presentation on Emergency Household Family Preparedness.
Weather Notebook For September 12, 2013
Lingering humidity today with some scattered showers. High 75 – 80.
United Way Stresses Unity For 2013-14 Campaign
The United Way of Greater Oswego County began its annual campaign on Wednesday. Working together makes the United Way a success. Without ‘UNITY,’ there can be no commUNITY,’ the executive director said. The campaign’s goal is $800,000.
Lanigan welcomes students back to school with block party
Fun and games at Lanigan – The Lanigan Elementary Block Party, held annually at the school, provided an opportunity for parents, students and teachers to come together for hot dogs, entertainment and conversation.
Oswego City Police Announce Multiple Drug Arrests
As a result of the Oswego City Police Department Anti- Crime Team’s (ACT) continued investigations into the illegal possession, sales and manufacturing of illegal drugs within the community the following arrests have been recently made: