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Fulton Passes Resolution Recommending Revisions To NYS Bail Reform

March 16, 2023 ChirelloMarketing

Recently, the City of Fulton Common Council approved a resolution recommending several revisions to NYS Bail Reform, announced by Fulton Mayor Deana Michaels.

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AAA: Massive Bump, 57% Increase in Drivers Who Sustain Vehicle Damage From Potholes

March 16, 2023 Contributor

A new survey from AAA found nearly 2 in 10 drivers had to get their vehicle repaired after hitting a pothole last year. In total, an estimated 44 million drivers experienced pothole damage significant enough to require repair in 2022, up from 28 million in 2021 – a 57% increase.

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Soaring: Drone Course Takes MACS Students To New Heights

March 16, 2023 Contributor

The sky’s the limit for a new course offered by Mexico Academy & Central School District.

Mexico High School’s Drone Technology class is helping students working toward earning their official drone licenses through the Federal Aviation Administration.

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Cooking, Sewing Lessons Spark Excitement Among Phoenix Students

March 16, 2023 Contributor

In the family and consumer science classroom at Emerson J. Dillon Middle School, students have been busy learning a variety of life skills ranging from cooking to sewing.

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Phoenix Artists Shine In CNY Scholastic Arts Competition

March 15, 2023 Contributor

Nearly a dozen Phoenix Central School District students were lauded for their artistic talents recently as their work was exhibited at Onondaga Community College.

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EJD Music Students Learn About Spirituals, Create Own Verses

March 15, 2023 Contributor

After learning and singing spirituals, fifth-graders in Carrie Wilson’s music class recently put a creative spin on their lesson and created some spiritual verses of their own.

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Gillibrand, Capito Announce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation To Support Families Of Individuals Struggling With Substance Use Disorder

March 15, 2023 Contributor

Today, U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced their bipartisan, bicameral legislation to provide families with the tools they need to support their loved ones living with addiction. The Family Support Services for Addiction Act would provide $25 million in grant funding to help nonprofits and community organizations provide support services to families with loved ones seeking addiction treatment. The House version of this bill is led by Representatives David Trone (D-MD-6) and Daniel Meuser (R-PA-9).

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Fulton Man Arrested For Multiple Sex Crimes

March 15, 2023 Contributor

On March 6, 2023, the City of Fulton Police were contacted by a concerned parent regarding their daughter being involved in an inappropriate relationship with an older man who she worked with. An investigation began and it was learned that the suspect was a manager at the McDonald’s in Fulton, and he had sexual contact with two 16 year old victims, who worked at the restaurant as well. A third, 18 year old co-worker was also identified as a victim.

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Oswego Fire Department, Others Battle Early Morning Blaze

March 15, 2023 Contributor

Today at 3:11 a.m., Oswego County 911 was alerted to a structure fire at 39 West Bridge Street, City of Oswego. Oswego Firefighters and Police Officers arrived quickly to find heavy smoke and fire in the rear of a second story apartment. One occupant was home at the time of the fire and was able to escape without injury. Oswego Police Officers quickly evacuated nearby buildings and escorted occupants to safety.

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Nature Inspires “Made In NY 2023” Artists In Many Different Ways

March 15, 2023 Contributor

Many of artists featured in “Made in NY 2023,” which opens March 25 at the Schweinfurth Art Center in Auburn, have been inspired by nature.

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