Oswego County TodayFebruary 2018FREE Independent News for Oswego County

Health Department Reminds People to Stay Protected from Whooping Cough

February 20, 2018 Contributor

This time of year, having a fever and cough often leads one to think of flu, but the Oswego County Health Department reminds residents that flu is not the only respiratory infection going around. Pertussis, or whooping cough as many people know it, is a very contagious disease. Pertussis can cause serious illness in infants, children and adults; it is especially dangerous to infants who have not been fully vaccinated yet.

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Local artist Robert Jones shows several examples of his work.

Watercolor Painting Is Library’s Latest ‘Learn To’ Offering

February 20, 2018 Contributor

If you have never painted, painted a little, or love painting but could use some guidance, the Oswego Public Library’s latest “Learn To” session is for you. Artist Robert Jones will guide participants in creating a painting for family, friends or for personal enjoyment.

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Next Small Business Training Class To Begin In March

February 20, 2018 Contributor

For those interested in expanding or starting a small business in Oswego County, there is a small business training class scheduled to begin March 5. The classes will be held at the Business Resource Center at 121 E. First St., Oswego, from 6 to 9 p.m., March 5 through 9 and March 10, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Hannah Miller Named to Wheaton College Dean’s List for Fall 2017 Semester

February 20, 2018 Contributor

To earn Dean’s List honors at Wheaton, an undergraduate student must carry 12 or more credit hours and achieve a 3.5 grade point average or higher on the 4.0 scale.

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Interact Club Visits Rotary

February 20, 2018 Contributor

Interact is Rotary International’s service club for young people ages 12 to 18. Interact clubs are sponsored by individual Rotary clubs, which provide support and guidance, but they are self-governing and self-supporting.

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Legislature Recognizes On Of Its Own

February 20, 2018 Contributor

The Oswego County Legislature recognized former Legislator Daniel LeClair for his service over the last six years. Legislature Chairman Shane Broadwell presented a plaque to LeClair thanking him for his hard work and dedication.

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Cloning High Sugar Maple Trees the Focus of Farmer-Driven Northern NY ADP Research

February 20, 2018 Contributor

The farmer-driven Northern New York Agricultural Development Program has posted the first results of a project evaluating the opportunity to clone high sugar maple trees. The long-term goal is to produce rooted “sweet tree” clones that maple producers can plant to enhance their sugarmaking operations.

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Pictured with the Book Quilt to be raffled at the breakfast to benefit the Friends of the Library and the Oswego Bookmobile are, from left, Joseph McManus, president, Friends of the Library board; Janet Hutcheson, board member, Friends of the Library and Oswego Bookmobile; and Susan McBrearty, president, Oswego Bookmobile Board of Directors.

Breakfast Will Fund Books

February 20, 2018 Contributor

Enjoy a great breakfast and support the Oswego Bookmobile and the Friends of the Library on March 18 from 8 a.m. until noon at the Masonic Lodge, 75 E. Seneca St., in Oswego.

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Staying Safe While Ice Fishing

February 20, 2018 Contributor

Each winter, fishing enthusiasts wait for the moment our local lakes and rivers freeze over and allow them to get out on the ice for some world-class ice fishing. As state senator, and an outdoor enthusiast, I know this time of year is exciting for so sportsmen, from our region and beyond. However, before you venture out on the ice it is important to make sure you have double-checked your safety list.

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Port City To Follow County’s Support Of Elevating Fort’s Status

February 19, 2018 Steve Yablonski

At its February meeting, the Oswego County Legislature unanimously approved a bipartisan resolution, offered by Tom Drumm (D) and Tim Stahl (R), which supports efforts to elevate the fort complex to national park status. The clerk was authorized to submit a certified copy of the entire resolution to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, Sen. Charles Schumer, Sen. Kristen Gillibrand, Congressman John Katko, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney, Sen. Patty Ritchie, Assemblyman Will Barclay, and Assemblyman Robert Oakes. The city plans to lend its support as well on Tuesday night.

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