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Eastern Shore Associates Adds New Rochester Office

August 8, 2013 ChirelloMarketing

Eastern Shore Associates Insurance (ESA) opened a new, larger Rochester office July 1, at 1109 English Road, Greece, it was announced by Martha Murray, president.

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Shirley J. Blance, 78

August 8, 2013 Contributor

Shirley Jean Blance, 78, of Fulton, died at home on Thursday August 8, 2013, after a long, brave battle with cancer.

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Dominica ‘Mayme’ Musumeci, 88

August 8, 2013 Contributor

Dominica “Mayme” Musumeci, 88, of Fulton died Wednesday August 7, 2013, peacefully at her home.

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Authorities ID Victims of Falls Incident

August 8, 2013 Submitted article

Investigation revealed that 19-year-old Michael Peters of Parish had climbed over the railing at the observation deck to get a better view of the falls when he slipped and fell. Kelton Lewis, 17, of Pulaski, reportedly attempted to assist Peters. However, he also slipped and fell over the falls. He survived; Peters reportedly died from his injuries.

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Mexico Point Park’s Severin Bischof Art Show Set Friday

August 8, 2013 Submitted article

Friends of Mexico Point Park will host an art show featuring Severin Bischof’s watercolors and wood cuts. Friday, August 9, at 7 p.m., will be opening night with a wine and dessert gala. Admission is $20. The show will continue on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10 and 11, 1-4 p.m. for a $5 admission price.

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Oswego Kartway Returns to Action on Friday Night

August 8, 2013 Contributor

A total of 100 entries filed through the main gate last Friday night at the Kartway, and as the Friday nights continue to wind down before Budweiser Classic Week, Oswego’s weekly kart racers are looking to fine tune their machines before the coveted Classic main events coming on August 29.

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Civil War Historian will speak at Fort Ontario Aug. 14

August 8, 2013 Submitted article

Before the American Civil War (1861-1865) Oswego County, NY, played an active role in the Underground Railroad, a movement which concealed and forwarded escaped slaves to freedom in Canada. Oswego County provided more men to Union Army regiments, on a percentage basis, than any other county in New York State.