Letters to the Editor
No To Proposed Third Dunkin Donuts
To The Editor: The announcement of a proposed Dunkin Donuts at 275 W. First St., Oswego, astounded me. Not for the reasons so many are giving – that of the need for a third such […]
Month: February 2018
Community
Corriders Named Regional President of Pathfinder Bank’s Syracuse Market
Calvin L. Corriders has been named Regional President of Pathfinder Bank’s Syracuse Market, according to Tom Schneider, President and CEO.
Fulton Daily News
You Can Help: Fulton’s Ice Rink Competes for $150,000 Prize
The Fulton Recreation Center has entered the Kraft Hockeyville contest for the chance to win $150,000 in rink upgrades and the opportunity to host a pre-season NHL game. The contest relies heavily on community support, utilizing a Community Rally Page for members of the community to earn rally points toward scoring in the judging phase of the contest. Until March 11, community members are able to garner “Rally Points” by writing stories, adding pictures and videos, writing a note, reacting to others posts, or sharing Fulton’s Rally Page on Twitter.
Allanson Glanville Tappan Funeral Home
Mary Jo Conway, 62
Mary Jo Conway, 62, of the town of Schroeppel (Phoenix), passed away at University Hospital on Sunday Feb. 4, 2018, with her loving family by her side.
Oswego Daily News
Schumer: Bipartisan Funding Bill Is ‘A Major Win For New York State’
On a conference call today (Feb. 7) with reporters, U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer announced that he successfully negotiated a bipartisan and historic agreement that will significantly increase federal investments on key priorities for New York State. As the Senate Democratic Leader, Schumer led the effort in securing an increase in funds for programs that will help middle-class New Yorkers, all the way from upstate Buffalo to the east end of Long Island.
Sports
Hockey Powerhouses To Battle Friday In Oswego
The No. 4/4 Oswego State men’s ice hockey team (16-3-2 overall, 11-0-1 SUNYAC) will host the No. 7/7 Geneseo Knights (15-4-3 overall, 8-2-3 SUNYAC) at 7 p.m. on Friday night in the Marano Campus Center Arena. Boasting ranks at or near the top of the SUNYAC standings in nearly every category, the matchup between Geneseo and Oswego will be the premier matchup of both the SUNYAC and all of Division III this weekend, as it features the two highest-nationally ranked teams in a single matchup.
Fulton Daily News
Fulton Council Tackles Busy Agenda
The Fulton Common Council quickly moved through a busy agenda at Tuesday’s (Feb. 6) regular meeting including a resolution of respect, property sale, requests for proposals, several appointments, and the winning bid announcement for the construction of the city’s new salt storage shed. Boy Scout Troop 715 attended the meeting in order to earn merit badges, bringing several young faces to the meeting.
Fulton Daily News
Fulton Area Home Show Returns in April
Booths and exhibits from building suppliers, home repair specialists, and financial institutions will fill the Fulton War Memorial for the tenth time when the Fulton Area Home Show returns on Saturday, April 7, 2018. A true sign of spring, the free home show is an opportunity for local homeowners and potential homebuyers to get a glimpse of the many services available for buying, selling, renovating, and sprucing up a home. The show runs from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. featuring a variety of different vendors from financial institutions offering help on mortgages to contractors and suppliers offering ideas on improvements.
Foster Funeral Home
Thomas W. Knight, 62
Thomas W. Knight, 62, of Fulton, passed away at his home on Tuesday, February 6, 2018.
Community
Inflate-A-Fleet Coming to 2018 CNY Boat Show
The traveling exhibit that debuted in New York City in 2017 consists of assorted inflatable and folding vessels, including a boat, kayak, and backpack paddleboard. These unusual vessels are the educational tools for the 2018 New York Sea Grant Discover Clean and Safe Boating campaign with a Get Out on the Water: Everyone Can Enjoy Boating theme.