Oswego County TodayAugust 2023FREE Independent News for Oswego County

Gillibrand Highlights $2 Million In Federal Funding For Auburn Community Hospital And Visits Construction Site Of Its New State-Of-The-Art Cancer Center

August 18, 2023 Contributor

Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand joined Auburn Community Hospital President & CEO Scott Berlucchi, City Councilor Ginny Kent and Cayuga County Legislature Chair David Gould to highlight $2 million in federal funding for Auburn Community Hospital’s new state-of-the-art cancer center and to view the construction site. The funding will support the expansion of the cancer center and will be used for infrastructure improvements and to purchase critical medical equipment for cancer diagnostics.

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New York State Division Of Homeland Security And Emergency Service And NUAIR Host Fifth Annual UAS Summit For Public Safety Officials

August 18, 2023 Contributor

The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) and NUAIR were proud to host the fifth annual New York State Public Safety UAS Summit last week, which drew over 200 public safety officials to the Central New York area. Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly referred to as drones, can and are helping state agencies conduct more efficient operations.

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The Great New York State Fair Is Back For 2023

August 18, 2023 Contributor

We’re right around the corner for one of the most anticipated events of the year as the New York State Fair prepares to open on August 23 in Syracuse and run through September 4. The annual Central New York tradition features exciting new acts and exhibits, and this year’s fair is guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience for all ages.

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Governor Hochul Highlights Nearly $14 Million Available To Advance Innovation In Clean Hydrogen Research, Development, And Demonstration Projects

August 18, 2023 Contributor

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a nearly $14 million initiative to advance clean hydrogen research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) projects. The first round of funding makes up to $8 million available for projects that address the challenges of decarbonizing industrial process heat and advancing clean hydrogen production and renewable energy integration. Today’s announcement supports the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act goals to reduce emissions 85 percent by 2050 and transition to 100 percent zero-emission electricity by 2040.

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Richard Anthony Swift

August 18, 2023 Contributor

Richard Anthony Swift, 83, of Liverpool, NY passed away surrounded by his family at St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center in Syracuse, NY on Aug. 16, 2023. Born in Chadwicks, NY to his late parents Marion F. (Lindsay) and William R. Swift on Nov. 20, 1939.

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Cayuga Honored Again For Service To Military-Affiliated Students, Families

August 18, 2023 Contributor

Cayuga Community College’s commitment to supporting military-affiliated students and their families recently earned the institution a pair of accolades.

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Connextcare Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For External Respiratory Center During National Health Center Week

August 18, 2023 Contributor

On Wednesday, August 9, 2023, ConnextCare held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the External Respiratory Center (ERC), a brand new acute care space constructed at the Pulaski office – the largest health center within the ConnextCare network. This ceremony also coincided with National Health Center Week, a nationwide week of celebration to increase awareness of America’s 1,400 Community Health Centers, such as ConnextCare.

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Vacation Bible School At Fulton First United Methodist Church

August 18, 2023 Contributor

Fulton First United Methodist Church welcomes children (age 3 thru 12) to participate in the 2023 Vacation Bible School Program: CAMPOUT, Getting S’more of Jesus!, Monday, August 28 and Tuesday, August 29 from 6-8 p.m. VBS is fun, exciting, and free with Bible exploration, projects with a purpose, wilderness games, and more!

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Racing News

Brewerton Speedway Track Championship Chase Is Down To Three Races: $1000-To-Win DIRTcar Sportsman Series Central Region This Friday, August 18

August 18, 2023 Contributor

Seems just like yesterday it was the start of the 2023 racing season at the Brewerton Speedway. Including this Friday, August 18 presented by Regional Truck & Trailer there are only three events left to crown 2023 track champions.

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FuzeHub Announces Second Round Of 2023 Grant Awards To Support Innovations In Manufacturing Throughout New York State

August 18, 2023 Contributor

FuzeHub, a not-for-profit organization providing small to medium-sized manufacturers with guided access to an extensive network of industry experts, programs, and resources to solve business growth challenges, recently awarded ten collaborative projects through its Jeff Lawrence Innovation Fund.

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