Oswego County TodayAugust 2015FREE Independent News for Oswego County

Doug Didero won his first Classic in 1996, driving for Skip Matczak.

Classic Drivers Countdown: Canadian Doug Didero Earned Classic Wins in Separate Decades

August 26, 2015 Contributor

As the countdown continues toward the 59th running of the Budweiser International Classic 200 at Oswego Speedway on September 6, we look back at the next historic Classic driver on our list – two-time Classic champion, Doug Didero. In a Classic driving career that dates back to 1985, Didero established himself as a Classic threat very early in his career, but did not manage to find victory lane until teaming with Skip Matczak.

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SUNY Oswego, Central Square Schools Host ROV Demo Days at Great NYS Fair

August 26, 2015 Submitted article

New York Sea Grant, the Great New York State Fair, and the Great Lakes Research Consortium are pleased to announce the schedule of in-water ROV Demo Days presented by four area school districts and SUNY Oswego at the 2015 Great New York State Fair.

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Lindsey Family Bluegrass Band coming to Oswego Alliance Church

August 26, 2015 Submitted article

Their toe-tappin’, heart-touchin’, home-grown, Southen-fried faith-filled-music is planned for September 3 at 7 p.m.

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Mary Ann Ross, 88

August 26, 2015 Contributor

Mary Ann Ross, 88, a resident of Oswego, passed away on Wednesday August 26 at St. Luke Health Services.

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Mason James Simmons

August 26, 2015 Contributor

Mason James Simmons was born in Oswego Hospital on Aug. 24, 2015, at 3:54 p.m.

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The Budweiser International Classic roster continues to take shape leading to Oswego Speedway's 200-lap Supermodified title event on September 6.

At a Glance: The Budweiser International Classic 200 Roster

August 26, 2015 Contributor

As preparations continue for the 59th running of the Budweiser International Classic 200 on September 6, a healthy list of Supermodified veterans and newcomers are looking to make their mark on the ‘Steel Palace’ come Labor Day Weekend.

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Deacon James Wiebel

August 26, 2015 Contributor

Deacon James Wiebel was born in Oswego Hospital on Aug. 24, 2015, at 12:21 p.m.

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Weather Notebook For August 26, 2015

August 26, 2015 Steve Yablonski

Cool with a mix of sun and clouds and maybe a shower today. High near 70.

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Pulaski Historical Society Lunch Planned

August 26, 2015 Contributor

Members of the Pulaski Historical Society invites you to join them for something different for lunch one day a month. On Sept. 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., you are invited to bring your lunch (or pick up some take-out at a local eatery) and come join us in the Carriage House at the Pulaski Historical Society.

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Community

Porky and Buddy Pet Health – What Is Blue-Green Algae?

August 26, 2015 Contributor

I read on the internet that it’s blue-green algae season and that the stuff can kill humans and other animals, especially dogs. Is that right? What is blue-green algae? My dog Lily loves to swim wherever and whenever she sees water. Should I really be worried?

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