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Weather Notebook For April 18, 2016
Mostly sunny and warm today. High about 65.
Month: April 2016
Community
Emergency Medical Services Providers to be Honored at Annual Banquet May 13
The Oswego County Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council will honor emergency medical services providers for outstanding patient care during the annual Awards Banquet on May 13, at the Oasis at Thunder Island. The awards are based on the actions of emergency medical services (EMS) providers in the calendar year 2015.
Oswego Daily News
Vaccinating on Time is Important for Disease Protection
Parents agree that feeding and sleep schedules are important to help keep their children healthy. The same goes for childhood immunizations. Vaccinating children on time is the best way to protect them against 14 serious and potentially deadly diseases before their second birthday.
Community
Pet of the Week – Merle
Merle is a big lovey handsome young fella whose current job is “office cat.” He is totally in charge of all business operations, goes from lap to lap and computer to computer making sure that his directions are followed and that he gets the respect and attention (and kisses) he deserves. In spite of his huge responsibilities, he is laid back and totally easy-going.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
State Donate Life Registry Seeks More Donors
New York is one of the most populous states in the nation, yet we continue to have one of the lowest rates of registered organ donors. April is Donate Life Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of becoming a registered organ donor. The number of people on the waiting list in New York can be reduced if more people registered to become an organ donor.
Community
Elmer Receives Recognition From County Legislature
The Oswego County Legislature’s Health Committee presented Carol Elmer with a certificate of appreciation for her 35 years of service.
Community
John McHugh To Receive SUNY Honorary Degree
Former U.S. Secretary of the Army John M. McHugh will receive an honorary doctoral degree from the State University of New York on May 14 at SUNY Oswego’s 155th Commencement ceremony.
Oswego Daily News
Hundreds Help Raise Funds, Awareness Of Autism
The annual “Walk for Autism” drew a big crowd to Leighton Elementary School and the nearby Wilber Field on Saturday afternoon. Besides acting as a fundraiser, the event, sponsored by the task force, also focused attention on the plight of Autism victims in Oswego County.
Fulton Daily News
Fire Destroys Hannibal House
Firefighters from Hannibal, Granby Center, Oswego Town, Fair Haven responded to a fully involved house fire on Peat Bed Road, near Kellogg Road earlier today (April 17).
Community
Record-Setting Great Cloth Diaper Change, Healthy Baby Expo Returns To Oswego
On April 23, Mother Earth Baby will be host to the Oswego site of the sixth annual international Great Cloth Diaper Change and Healthy Baby Expo. This year’s event will take place at Elim Grace Church, 340 W. First St., from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.