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Injured Solider To Receive New Home From Homes For Our Troops

In 2011, United States Army SFC Jeffery Hackett faced a tough reality after losing his leg when he triggered a wire-tripped improvised explosive device while serving a tour of duty in Afghanistan. After the incident, Hackett was airlifted from the battlefield to Lanstuhl, Germany, and was eventually brought stateside to reunite with his wife, Bobby Jo, and his three daughters. For his service, Hackett and his family will be presented with a new home in the town of Mexico.

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Oswego Harborfest Executive Director Doug Buske (center) welcomes two new staff members as Bill Foley will serve in the public relations-media marketing area and Cindy Loughery is the new vendor membership coordinator.
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Loughery and Foley On Board With Harborfest 2015

Harborfest sites are being planned, the search for crowd pleasing entertainment is under way and already vendors are planning to take up residence for the 28th edition of the festival slated for July 23 – 26. However, behind the scenes there are some new faces who hope to make major contributions to assist in the organization of this year’s event. Cindy Loughrey has been named vendor-membership coordinator while veteran journalist-public relations professional Bill Foley will serve as public relations-media marketing director.

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Oswego County Federal Credit Union Named ‘One of the Best Places to Work in NY State’

Oswego County FCU is very pleased to announce that it has been named one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York State for 2014. “We are extremely excited to be recognized for creating a workplace where fun and professional service delivery can co-exist,” said William Carhart, CEO

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Phoenix Central School District Soars With Amplify Learning

The Phoenix Central School District is setting the bar high in its pursuit for academic excellence and other school districts across the state haven taken notice. Amplify Learning Core Knowledge, which is a rigorous English language arts program aligned with the Common Core Learning Standards, helps students develop better literacy skills.

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DEC And NY Sea Grant Announce $89,000 In Grants For Great Lakes Basin Projects

In partnership with New York Sea Grant, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Joe Martens today (Jan. 13) announced $89,000 in grants for four projects that will help Great Lakes coastal communities to increase storm resiliency and protect water quality.

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Exit, Stage Right: Lura Sharp Students Learn To Become Actors

Students at Lura Sharp Elementary School recently discovered what it takes to become an actor during a visit from the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse. Several performers from MGR stopped by to provide workshops and study guide materials tailored to each grade level. More than just an acting lesson, the workshops are also designed to help teachers and students meet the New York State Learning Standards.

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