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Oswego County Recognizes Child Care Provider Appreciation Day

The Oswego County Legislature and Integrated Community Planning of Oswego County, Inc. (ICP) join organizations across the country to recognize Friday, May 12 as Child Care Provider Appreciation Day. It is an opportunity to express gratitude to child care providers for their dedication in providing high quality care to children.

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Oswego County Legislature Welcomes Paul Connelly As New Member, Votes Against Elimination Of Probation Fee Bill

The Oswego County Legislature welcomed a new member to their body at the beginning of Thursday’s May 11 meeting; newly appointed Legislator Paul Connelly taking his oath of office as he replaces former Legislator Tim Stahl’s seat. Connelly will represent the Town of Oswego (District 20). Supreme Court Justice Greg Gilbert administered Connelly’s oath of office Thursday. Oswego County Chairman James Weatherup congratulated Connelly as he took his new seat.

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The New York State Department Of Labor Reminds New Yorkers Of Resources Available For Working Mothers

This Mother’s Day, the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) is reminding New Yorkers there are a variety of resources available to help working mothers. NYSDOL found in the 2023 Gender Wage Gap Reportthat mothers face significant challenges in the workplace that contribute to the wage gap. The report also found the pivot to remote learning and pandemic-driven closures of childcare facilities elevated the severe impact of childcare access, which has long been a major problem for working women.

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