Community
SUNY Oswego Earns 2016 Best for Vets Recognition
Military Times has named SUNY Oswego a 2016 Best for Vets College, ranking it among only 125 four-year colleges and universities nationwide for the second consecutive year.
Month: November 2015
Community
Tree Lighting Slated in Hannibal
On November 22, the Hannibal Historical Society will host a Christmas Tree Lighting in the Village Square, Hannibal. At approximately 3 p.m., Santa will arrive and be available for little ones to share their Christmas wish lists.
Community
Rotarians Hear About Hillside Children’s Center
At a recent Fulton Sunrise Rotary meeting, Rotarian Dan Farfaglia introduced Garret Turtura, director of Hillside Children’s Center in Fulton. Turtura explained that they have a contract will DSS to institute the highest level of intervention that can be provided in the community setting.
Community
Porky and Buddy Pet Health – What Is A Real Service Dog?
I was in a grocery store the other day and there was another shopper there with a big shepherd mix dog with a SERVICE DOG vest on. The dog was completely out of control, lunging at other shoppers, dragging its handler up and down the aisles. At one point I saw it snatch some bread from a low shelf.
Community
Jennifer Cook Honored as First ‘Woman of Power Award’ Recipient at Connections Women’s Conference
On October 27, more than 50 women from all over Central New York came together for the Connections Women’s Conference at the Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center in Oswego.
Sports
Head and Neck Restraints Mandatory for Fulton and Brewerton Speedway Competitors in 2016
SFI 38.1 approved head and neck restraints will be required for use by all competitors at Brewerton and Fulton Speedway beginning in 2016.
Fulton Daily News
State Police Investigate Fatal Crash in Volney
UPDATE: Victim identified.
The New York State Police is investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:37 p.m. on State Route 3 near the intersection of Florida Ave in the town of Volney. At this time the names of those involved are not being released pending notification of family members.
Community
Veterans Celebrated During Volney Elementary School Assembly
Volney Elementary School students presented 29 local veterans with recognition certificates during the school’s annual Veterans’ Appreciation Day assembly on Tuesday (November 10).
Community
Lanigan Elementary Honors Community, Staff Veterans
Lanigan Elementary School fifth grade teacher Aaron Koproski encouraged all students during a recent Veterans’ Day assembly to say at least two words to people who have served in the Armed Forces: thank you.
Community
Lanigan Elementary Staff Recognized as Teachers of the Year
Lanigan Elementary teachers recently received the designation of Teachers of the Year by the Wal-Mart in Granby. Wal-Mart employees Angela Blanchard and Samantha McLoughlin presented a sheet cake to the school’s 43 teachers.