Oswego Daily News

County Sees Sharp Increase In Flu Cases

More than 500 lab-confirmed cases of the flu have been reported in Oswego County this year. The week of Jan. 29 saw a 57 percent increase in the number of reported cases of flu, compared to the previous week. Regional hospitals have reported that two older Oswego County residents have died from complications from the flu. Both individuals had been vaccinated for the flu and had other health complications. A third resident, who had not been vaccinated, is hospitalized in critical condition.

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Fulton Daily News

Fulton Block Builders Learn from Successes of Oswego Renaissance Association, 2018 Starts Strong

Recently Fulton Block Builder (FBB) volunteers sat down to meet with the Oswego Renaissance Association founders Paul Stewart and Steve Phillips. FBB volunteers came with a list of questions for Paul and Steve, who graciously took time to answer each one. They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery and FBB administrative director Linda Eagan and the FBB volunteers are anxious to imitate ORA’s achievements. The Fulton Block Builders 2018 season has begun with huge support and interest.

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Community

New Research Sheds Light on Canalway Corridor Visitors

The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor today (Feb. 6) released results from a recently-commissioned study about current and prospective visitors to the 500-mile Canalway Corridor.

The information is intended to help tourism promoters, businesses and heritage sites better attract and serve visitors, including boaters, cyclists, sightseers and vacationers.

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Executive Director of the Child Advocacy Center of Oswego County Karrie Damm gets a preliminary tasting with judge Gary Carpentier, served by a new entry to this year’s fest, Jennica Love, while “The Wing Man”, the official mascot for the fest, looks on.
Community

CAC Wing Fest Is Almost Here

Excitement is building for one of Oswego’s most anticipated events, the Child Advocacy Center of Oswego County Annual Wing Fest. Hosted by the Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center, East First Street in Oswego, the CAC Wing Fest gets under way this Friday, February 9, at 5 p.m. with an Attitude Adjustment Hour followed by the main event beginning at 6 p.m.

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