Oswego County TodayApril 2021FREE Independent News for Oswego County

Senator Charles Schumer unveils the NRCâ€™s new security measures. With the senator are, from left, county legislator Mary Flett and Amy Tresidder, and Oswego Mayor Randy Bateman.

Schumer: NY Needs Mental Health Funds ASAP

April 12, 2021 Contributor

In a new push to combat a silent but devastating effect of the COVID-19 pandemic’s toll on mental health, U.S. Senator Charles Schumer pushed the feds to ‘quick release’ $5 billion dollars he worked to include in the recently-passed American Rescue Plan (ARP) so that the funds can give New Yorkers—and the mental health providers they rely upon—the help they’re asking for amid rising need.

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Fulton Police Arrest Mother Twice In One Week For Endangering Welfare Of Child

April 12, 2021 Contributor

Fulton Police Department reports a Fulton mother has been arrested twice within one week for allegedly endangering the welfare of a one year old child and a four year old child. The children’s father was also charged the second time.

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Donald Somers

April 12, 2021 Contributor

Donald Somers, 65; of Cicero, New York.

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Hannibal Artists Recognized At Oswego County Student Art Show

April 12, 2021 Contributor

Several Hannibal Central School District students were recently recognized for their artwork submitted into the 25th annual Oswego County Student Art Show.

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Morningstar Celebrates Resident’s 105th Birthday

April 12, 2021 Contributor

105 Years Young! Morningstar Residential Care Center Activities Aide Doreen Short presented Mary Kon with a birthday cake during a special celebration to mark Mary’s 105th birthday.

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OCO’s SAF Program Recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April 12, 2021 Contributor

This April marks the 20th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), and this year’s “We Can Build” campaign focuses specifically on the ways people can help build safe online spaces, free of sexual violence.

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Annual Golf Tournament Proceeds Directly Impact Patient Care In Oswego County

April 12, 2021 Contributor

As a nonprofit community healthcare system, Oswego Health counts on additional support from generous donors to help deliver outstanding medical care throughout Oswego County.

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Winners Announced For 25th Annual Oswego County Student Art Show, Competition

April 12, 2021 Contributor

Although COVID closures made it challenging for some schools to collect art from students and participate in the 25th annual Oswego County Student Art Show and Competition, the show managed to open with 205 pieces on exhibit at the Salmon River Fine Arts Center.

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Katko To Hold Telephone Town Hall On COVID-19 Vaccines

April 12, 2021 Contributor

U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24) today announced details for a Telephone Town Hall he will hold on Wednesday, April 14.

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AAA Gas Prices Report: April 12, 2021

April 12, 2021 Contributor

Vaccinations, warmer weather and Easter travel all contributed to an increase in demand for gasoline this past week. Due to the jump in demand, gasoline supplies tightened and reached their lowest level of the year. Meanwhile, oil prices are down a bit this morning which could help keep gas prices below $3 per gallon.

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