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March Snow? Tips To Handle A Pre-Spring Storm

March 14, 2023 Contributor

Just when you thought spring was here, don’t put away those winter driving skills! Winter weather isn’t over yet, and the New York region is seeing snow along with slippery roads. AAA has tips to keep everyone safe. About 46 percent of crashes involving bad weather take place in the winter, making this the worst time of year for driving in treacherous conditions even if spring is set to arrive next week.

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New York Department Of State’s Division Of Consumer Protection Offers Job Seekers Tips To Avoid Employment Scams

March 14, 2023 Contributor

For this week’s “Tuesday’s Tips,” the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is warning job seekers to avoid common employment scams.

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Compass Federal Credit Union Donates to Fulton Community Basketball ‘Dream Courts’

March 14, 2023 Contributor

Compass Federal Credit Union continues to give back to the Fulton community, with a recent donation of $500 to aid in the construction of Fulton Community Basketball’s Dream Courts.

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Inspirational Art Exhibit Coming To Cayuga’s Auburn, Fulton Campuses

March 14, 2023 Contributor

A powerful art exhibit honoring individuals advocating for economic, environmental, racial and social justice will be featured at both Cayuga Community College campuses this spring.

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Fulton Block Builders Receive Support From Dental Health Solutions

March 14, 2023 Contributor

“Fulton Block Builders are very happy to announce Dental Health Solutions’ support of $450” Ann Casey of the Fulton Block Builders (FBB) Fundraising Committee said. “The support of local businesses is so important for us to reach our $50,000 goal and realize the entire Richard S. Shineman Foundation 2 to 1 match.”

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NY National Guard’s 69th Infantry Continues Lead Of NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 14, 2023 Contributor

Although 1,000 Soldiers are deployed in the Horn of Africa, , members of the New York Army National Guard’s 1st Battalion, 69th Infantry Regiment will still lead the world’s largest St. Patrick’s Day parade down 5th Avenue on March 17.

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Edward Joseph O’Neil

March 14, 2023 Contributor

Edward Joseph O’Neil, 79, of Oswego passed on March 11, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Oswego, Edward was the son of the late Harold J. and Grace M. (DiBellis) O’Neil.

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Senator Gillibrand Calls For Renewed Efforts To Require The Preservation And Disclosure Of Federal Gun Records

March 14, 2023 Contributor

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand joined Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) in urging Congress to pass the Gun Records Restoration and Preservation Act, which would require the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to collect, preserve, and disclose gun records and gun tracing data.

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Gillibrand Introduces Legislation To Reduce Military Spouse Unemployment

March 14, 2023 Contributor

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, joined 20 of her Senate colleagues to introduce the bipartisan Military Spouse Hiring Act. Frequent relocations, deployments, and varied licensing requirements between states can make it difficult for military spouses to secure sustained employment. As a result, they face high rates of unemployment, and nearly two-thirds report feeling underemployed. The Military Spouse Hiring Act would incentivize businesses to hire military spouses by expanding the Work Opportunity Tax Credit, which offers a tax credit to businesses that hire members of targeted groups facing unique barriers to employment.

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Winona Forest Tourathon A Wintery Success

March 14, 2023 Mike Johnson

Perhaps the Luck of the Irish came a few days early, but cross country ski racers were thrilled with the late season conditions that allowed for the Winona Forest Tourathon races to be held on beautiful, fresh snow on the morning of Saturday, March 11, 2023.

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