Month: August 2023

The month of August signals now is the time to get wins or top finishes in the track championship chase. It can also build momentum going into the prestigious Milton Cat Outlaw 200 Weekend September 28-29-30.

SUNY Chancellor King Announces Registration Is Open For Direct Support Microcredentials

State University of New York Chancellor John B. King, Jr. today announced the start of the direct support microcredential program approved earlier this year to provide training that leads to national certification in the field of developmental disabilities. The program was developed in partnership with the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) to recognize the distinct skills and competencies required of today’s direct support professionals.

Oswego County Sheriff’s Office 7/31 through 8/2/2023

On 7/31/23 at 4:27 a.m., Jorge Luis Santos, 38, of Oswego was arrested based on two Bench Warrants issued out of Oswego County Family Court. Mr. Santos was arraigned in Family Court and remanded to […]

Operation Oswego County Presents Award To Thomas Greco

At its annual meeting in June, Operation Oswego County (OOC) presented its 2023 Martin Rose Economic Developer Merit Award to Thomas Greco in recognition and appreciation of his outstanding record of exhibiting leadership, expertise, support and cooperation in advancing economic and community development efforts that have enhanced the business climate and quality of life in Oswego County and in Central New York.

OCSD Board Of Education Appoints New District Staff Administrators

In a very brief meeting held on the evening of August 1, 2023, the Oswego City School District Board of Education announced the addition of several new administrators to the district’s staff.

Kathleen Frances Zaryski

Kathleen Frances Zaryski, 75, of Oswego passed away on August 2, 2023, peacefully with her family by her side, while listening to her favorite songs by Neil Diamond and Barry Manilow.

Fulton Common Council Honors Hunter Arms Homecoming Weekend, Pass Former Gouchos Drum And Bugle Corps Monument Placement

Hunter Arms was recognized during the regularly scheduled Fulton Common Council meeting last night Tuesday, August 1; a proclamation read by Mayor Deanna Michaels declaring Aug. 11-12 as Hunter Arms Homecoming Weekend.

Oswego Daily News

Oswego Music Hall Guest Curator Series Takes The Stage August 18 With Christie Lenée, “Acoustic Guitarist Of The Year”

Christie Lenée will take to the Music Hall stage on August 18 and Daniel Champagne on September 21. “Oswego Music Hall’s Guest Curator Series is bringing two of the best acoustic guitarists in the world to Oswego!” stated Mark Wahl, Director of the series. “We are fortunate to catch these incredible artists while on tour!”

Racing News

Start Your Weekend With Fast Family Entertainment at The Brewerton Speedway Friday, August 4: Power Seal Sportsman Challenge Spots Up For Grabs

This Friday August 4, the Brewerton Speedway will kick off the final hectic handful of races to crown 2023 Track Champions.

ICYMI: The New York Times On President Biden Signing Executive Order Implementing Senator Gillibrand’s Hard-Fought Military Justice Reforms

In case you missed it, the New York Times published an article regarding President Biden’s executive order implementing historic military justice reforms passed in the FY22 and FY23 National Defense Authorization Acts. For nearly a decade, Gillibrand fought alongside survivors, veterans and legal experts to make these fundamental changes, which remove judicial functions and prosecutorial duties from commanders for certain serious offenses and give these powers to trained, professional military prosecutors independent of the chain of command.