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Citizen Action of New York and Coalition on Human Needs Report New Findings on Poverty

November 15, 2017 Contributor

New York is finally seeing poverty rates edge downwards. Sustained economic gains and strong federal and state programs have led to welcome progress in the fight against poverty over the last several years. But poverty in New York remains higher than it was before the Great Recession, and actions by Congress and the Trump administration threaten to weaken the very programs that have contributed to progress made so far.

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Edward S. McDougall Sr., 72

November 15, 2017 Contributor

Edward S. McDougall Sr., 72, of Fulton, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2017, at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse, after a brief illness.

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Fishing Reports for November 13, 2017

November 15, 2017 Contributor

This report courtesy of the Oswego County Department of Community Development, Tourism and Planning. Oswego River report Although the river is still running high it has dropped some over the last few days. This afternoon […]

Grace Rose Beckwith

November 15, 2017 Contributor

Grace Rose Beckwith was born in Oswego Hospital on November 12, 2017, at 9:51 p.m.

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First United Methodist Church To Host Craft Fair

November 15, 2017 Contributor

The First United Methodist Church of Fulton will host its annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair on November 25 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. as part of “Small Business Saturday” in America. The fair will feature local craftspeople, artists, writers, painters, and vendors from around Central New York.

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Thank You For Your Support in Fulton 5th Ward

November 15, 2017 Contributor

I want to thank the people of Fulton for their support in this year’s city council race. You shared your concerns with me, and you shared your community spirit and love of Fulton with me.

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Former Laker Defenseman Returns To Oswego To Capture Hockey On Canvas

November 15, 2017 Contributor

The Oswego State men’s hockey team announced today (Nov. 14), that former team member Michael Wills, Class of 2015, will return to the Marano Campus Center Arena Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17 and 18, when his alma mater hosts two fierce competitors, Buffalo State and Fredonia. Now an internationally-recognized professional artist, Wills will capture on canvas the light, energy and enthusiasm of NCAA Division III men’s college hockey games in two very unique paintings during live games over the weekend.

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Airman Durgan Graduates

November 15, 2017 Contributor

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

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Culeton Competes On SUNY Oneonta Volleyball Team

November 15, 2017 Contributor

Clara Culeton, a freshman from Oswego, was a member of the 2017 SUNY Oneonta volleyball team. The team finished 14-18 overall this season and completed a record of 4-5 in the SUNYAC. The team qualified for the conference tournament and was eliminated in the quarterfinals.

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A Helping Hand For NY’s Heroes

November 15, 2017 Contributor

Every single day here in New York State, more than 96,000 of our family members, friends and neighbors put their lives on the line when they step up to keep our communities safe as members of volunteer fire departments. Because they sacrifice so much to protect us, we need to show support for their service and find ways that we can keep them safe.

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