Newborns
Dillon James Jackson Jr.
Dillon James Jackson Jr. was born in Oswego Hospital on November 3, 2017, at 3:27 p.m.
Month: November 2017
Community
Change Your Clocks, Check Your Batteries
As Daylight Savings Time comes to an end on November 5, the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York urges all citizens to check their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to ensure their homes are properly prepared for an emergency. Alarms equipped with either removeable or sealed-in batteries both need to be tested.
Community
2017 Collection ‘Tithe My Shoes’ Under Way
An effort is under way to collect 999 pairs of boots, sneakers and shoes throughout Oswego County from Nov 5 through Dec 3. The footwear will be repaired and reconditioned before being delivered to the Rescue Mission in Syracuse. The shoes will be distributed to various charities throughout New York State to those in need.
Sandra Scott Travels
Sandra Scott Travels: Remembering The Big Red Machine’s Dominance
During the 1970s, the Cincinnati Red dominated baseball and became known as the Big Red Machine. The regular lineup included three future Hall of Famers: catcher Johnny Bench, first baseman Tony Perez, and second baseman Joe Morgan. Pete Rose, the all-time major league hitter led the team and was recently inducted into the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame. The team won five division titles in seven years. Their frustration with inability to win the World Series ended in 1975 when they won 108 games and beat the Boston Red Sox in a dramatic seven-game series for their first World Series title in 35 years. They following year, they repeated and crushed the New York Yankees 4 games to none.
Oswego Daily News
DEC Announces $150,000 Improvements to Salmon River Fish Hatchery
Supported by Governor’s Adventure NY Initiative to Connect New Yorkers with Nature New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today (Nov. 3) announced the completion of $150,000 in improvements to the Salmon River Fish Hatchery in Altmar. The improvements represent the first phase of renovations planned for the hatchery in the coming year.
Sports
Lakers Open SUNYAC Play With A Win
The Oswego State men’s ice hockey team defeated Cortland, 3-1, in its first SUNYAC matchup of the season on Friday evening. With the win, the Lakers improve to 2-1 overall and 1-0 in conference play, while Cortland falls to 0-3 overall and starts conference play with a 0-1 record.
Community
Macner Thanked for Brightening Oswego Canal
In a coordinated effort with the city of Fulton Parks and Recreation Department and the city of Fulton’s Department of Public Works Department, Larry Macner, Sixth Ward Councilor, recently assisted in removing brush and overgrown vegetation along the Pathfinder/Towpath Trail along the Oswego Canal.
Oswego Daily News
Oswego Man Facing Sex Abuse Charges
On Wednesday (November 1), members of the Oswego City Police Department arrested 35-year-old Jason J. Bryan, of Oswego, after an investigation determined that the subject allegedly had sexual contact with a person less than 11 years old.
Today's Weather
Weather Notebook For November 3, 2017
A mild start with some showers; turning cooler and drier with some sun later today. High near 60 early then falling into the 50s.
Community
Oswego YMCA School Age Child Care Creates Cards For Troops
The Oswego YMCA School Age Child Care students and staff are currently working on creating as many handmade holiday cards as possible to be sent to military bases both at home and abroad. According to Kyle Boeckmann, Oswego YMCA SACC director, this opportunity was spearheaded by Elizabeth Abbott, the SACC lead teacher at the Mexico Elementary School, as well as her nearly 40 staff and students.