Oswego County TodayJune 2018FREE Independent News for Oswego County

Empower Federal Credit Union Officers Help Catholic Charities Thrift Store

June 24, 2018 Contributor

Business development officers from Empower Federal Credit Union recently helped out at Catholic Charities of Oswego County’s thrift store and food pantry as a community service project.

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Oswego High School Class of 2018 Told: ‘Dream Small’

June 23, 2018 Steve Yablonski

“To dream small requires us to suppress the need to always look ahead. It feels very counterintuitive, especially at this stage in our lives. But, dreaming small is to consciously decide to value immediate moments as they occur, so you can glean the most from them,” explained salutatorian Danielle DelConte said. “However, allowing yourself to be consumed by the pursuit of a big dream often means missing out on life as it is meant to be experienced.”

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Brock Anthony Collins, 53

June 23, 2018 Contributor

Brock Anthony Collins, 53, of Hannibal, passed away on Friday, June 22, 2018, at St. Joseph’s Hospital surrounded by loved ones.

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M. Craig Browning – Graveside Services

June 23, 2018 Contributor

Graveside services for M. Craig Browning, who died January 30, 2018, will be 1 p.m., Monday, June 25, at St. Mary’s Cemetery

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Fishing Reports for June 22, 2018

June 23, 2018 Contributor

This report courtesy of the Oswego County Department of Community Development, Tourism and Planning. A reminder that this weekend, June 23 and 24, are free fishing days in New York State. No fishing license is […]

Oswego resident Norman Smith, a 93-year-old WWII veteran, beams with pride as he was presented an honorary high school diploma from Fulton City School District Superintendent Brian Pulvino, left, and G. Ray Bodley High School Principal Donna Parkhurst.

Fulton School District Provides Honorary Diploma to WWII Veteran

June 22, 2018 Submitted article

Former Fulton City School District student Norman Smith has waited his entire 93.5 years of life to fulfill a dream: graduating high school. FCSD Superintendent Brian Pulvino and G. Ray Bodley High School Principal Donna Parkhurst were proud to present Smith with an honorary diploma the day before GRB’s very own graduation.

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Sandra Scott Travels: Welcome Aboard ‘The Grey Ghost’

June 22, 2018 Contributor

Most people know that the Queen Mary was a luxury ocean liner, but forget the important role she played during World War II. The grand ship was converted to a war ship and painted navy grey. The stateroom furniture and decorations were removed and refitted with triple-tiered bunks. The crystal, paintings, and other valuables were put in storage and the fancy woodwork was covered in leather. The Queen Mary became the largest and fastest troopship involved in the war carrying as many as 16,000 men in a single voyage.

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Phyllis A. Benedict, 92

June 22, 2018 Contributor

Phyllis A. Benedict, 92, of Hannibal, passed away on Thursday, June 21, 2018, at home surrounded by her loving family.

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Rev. Moritz Fuchs, 92

June 22, 2018 Contributor

Rev. Moritz Fuchs, 92, of Fulton, passed away on Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Syracuse.

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Cooperative Extension Announces Dates for Summer Youth Shooting Sports Program

June 22, 2018 Submitted article

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County is accepting registrations into its Summer Shooting Sports Program. The 4-H Shooting Sports Program provides a positive experience for youth and promotes firearm safety.

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