Year: 2023

About 18 months ago, the Oswego Lacrosse Club received a sizable grant from the Shineman Foundation to help kick start a local men’s box team as well as a youth program. The men’s team proved quite doable; the Oswego River Hawks are now in their second year of competition in the NABLL, but the high school program took a little longer to develop.

The Art Association Of Oswego Presents Ron Throop Paintings

The Art Association of Oswego, in partnership with CNYArts, presents the paintings of Ron Throop. What gives music and visual art emotive resonance? Throop has explored conscious abstraction and expression channeled through the sounds of various musicians.

Golden Rule Peace Boat Rescues Dog From Oswego Spillway

Yesterday at around 2 p.m., as The Golden Rule peace boat was preparing to lock through on the way to Oswego, the crew encountered this little dog swimming for his life – but he wouldn’t have made it if it wasn’t for the quick action of the crew!

Altmar National Guard Soldier Receives New Rank, New Responsibilities

Major General Ray Shields, the adjutant general for the state of New York, announces the recent promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.

Kirsten’s New York Minute!

Following is a weekly newsletter from U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand:

Ann G. Tripp

Ann G. Tripp, originally from Oswego, passed away July 13, 2023 at the age of 85. A strong and intelligent woman with a quick sense of humor, Ann loved her family fiercely.

NYS Environmental Conservation Police On Patrol

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) Division of Law Enforcement enforces the 71 chapters of New York State’s Environmental Conservation Law (ECL), protecting fish and wildlife and preserving environmental quality across New York. In 1880, the first eight Game Protectors proudly began serving to protect the natural resources and people of New York State. In 2022, Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) and Investigators across the state responded to more than 25,600 calls and worked on cases that resulted in nearly 13,800 tickets or arrests for violations ranging from deer poaching to solid waste dumping, illegal mining, the black market pet trade, and excessive emissions violations.

Joseph A. Wolcik

Joseph “Joe” A. Wolcik, age 70 of Fulton, NY passed away on Saturday, July 15, 2023. Joe was predeceased by his parents, George and Dolores Wolcik; and brother, Bernard Wolcik.

Zach Buff, Johnny Smith Earn Hall Of Fame Victories At Weedsport Speedway

It was once again Mat Williamson earning top honors as part of Weedsport Speedway’s Hall of Fame 100 on Sunday evening, but the night’s support division action was fast and furious with Zach Buff and Johnny Smith joining Williamson on Victory Hill following their own versions of family feud.