October was national Domestic Violence Awareness Month. While I realize we are now in November, because I missed writing about this topic last month and because I strongly believe we need to continue to raise awareness about domestic violence, I am writing about this issue this month.
Pulling into the platforms just in time for the holidays, the Oswego Valley Railroad Association’s 32nd annual Holiday Express model train show. Located at the Fulton War Memorial, everything train related could be enjoyed here over the weekend. From antique model locomotives traveling through scenic backdrops, to steam blowers, Lego trains, Thomas the Train and memorabilia, the Holiday Express was sure to impress.
Dozens turned out to brave the chilly weather Monday to pay tribute to Oswego’s veterans – past and present. A new monument has been added to those at Veterans’ Memorial Park. The new memorial honors those who served in Operation Enduring Freedom / Operation Iraqi Freedom.
When the Richard S. Shineman Foundation was established one of its goals was to mirror the deep compassion for community that Mr. Shineman had and improve the quality of life in the counties that it serves. The CYO program at Catholic Charities of Oswego County proved to be a perfect match for that goal.
The wartime memories of 31 World War II veterans from Oswego, Jefferson and St. Lawrence counties, who served aboard Navy ships and battled cold and disease as well as enemy fighters as front line infantry and marines, are being added to the state’s permanent archives through Senator Patty Ritchie’s “Veteran’s Voices” program.
Michael Riordan, president of the museum’s board of directors, will speak about his extensive collection of photos, historical documents, and real life accounts by individuals who worked at the fishing line manufacturing company in South Otselic.
Northern Oswego County Health Services, Inc., is pleased to announce the 2013 recruitment of nine new primary care providers to its recently consolidated practice locations. In January 2013, NOCHSI added practices in Fulton, Mexico, Oswego, Parish and Phoenix to its already existing practice in Pulaski.
The Oswego State women’s ice hockey team (2-1-1) tied SUNY Potsdam in an overtime ECAC west battle Sunday, 1-1. The Lakers shot three times in the first three minutes of the game before Bridget Hamlin scored the first goal of the game at 3:06. Chelsea Hunt assisted Hamlin with the goal.
Parents of Special Children, Inc., held its second annual AIM High night and open house last month at its new office location. The agency, located in Fulton, recently moved into a larger suite to accommodate its growing programs. PSC is a non-profit agency, funded through the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, Family Support Services, private donations and local fundraising events.
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