Sugar and Sugar Scanlon Funeral Homes
Katherine E. Nastasi, 98
Katherine E. Nastasi, 98, of Fulton, passed away peacefully Monday April 17, 2017, at Seneca Hill Manor, Volney.
Month: April 2017
Community
Enjoy A Bird Song Saunter
To paraphrase a classic movie, “The woodlands are alive with sound of music,” bird songs of course, and the music is enchanting! On May 4 at 7 p.m. (rain date, May 5), delight in an evening concert along woodland trails of the Amboy 4-H Environmental Education Center.
Community
Phoenix Students Combine For 10,000-Plus Hours Of Volunteer Service
Nearly two dozen John C. Birdlebough High School students were honored recently for their leadership and volunteerism during the President’s Youth Service Awards ceremony. The 21st annual event, held at the Phoenix Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5540, recognizes students who have dedicated their time to serve the community.
Oswego Daily News
Oswego County DA Seeks To Keep Killer In Prison
Alan Jones was convicted of Depraved Indifference Murder after a jury trial for causing the death of Erin Maxwell. Jones’ murder conviction was subsequently reversed and reduced to Manslaughter 2nd and he was re-sentenced to a prison term of 5 to 15 years. “Thankfully, the parole board has consistently denied his application for release and he remains in state prison,” Oswego County DA Greg Oakes said. ” However, he will be appearing before the parole board again in June.”
Foster Funeral Home
William E. Blake, 49
William E. Blake, 49, of Fulton, passed away on Saturday, April 15, 2017, at University Hospital, Syracuse, with his loving family by his side.
Today's Weather
Weather Notebook For April 18, 2017
Mostly sunny and seasonable today. High near 60.
Community
Love Overcomes Past Dislike In SUNY Oswego’s ‘Pride & Prejudice’
Mr. Darcy (Sean Ryan) and Elizabeth Bennet (Alex Matsu) lean in for a kiss as their love kindles despite past antipathy in the SUNY Oswego theatre department’s update of “Pride & Prejudice,” based on Jon Jory’s adaptation of the classic 19th century novel by Jane Austen.
Community
Award-Winning ‘Healing Neen’ To Be Presented in Fulton
“Healing Neen” presents the compelling story of Tonier “Neen” Cain’s emergence from drug addiction, multiple incarcerations and two decades of homelessness to become a tireless advocate and educator on the devastating impact of childhood abuse.
Ritchie
Honoring Those Who Answered The Call
Central and Northern New York is home to numerous veterans who made immeasurable sacrifices to protect the freedoms we enjoy every day. Even after returning from serving on the front lines of some of the most dangerous battles, these brave men and women continued to serve, as they worked to better their community. As a small way to simply say “thank you,” I am once again accepting nominations for the New York State Senate’s “Veteran’s Hall of Fame.”
Community
Teachers Now Can Earn Health, Physical Education Professional Certification At SUNY Oswego
The new specialist track for teachers pursuing a SUNY Oswego master of science degree in curriculum and instruction recently earned SUNY and state Education Department approvals.