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Local Student Achieves Historic Three-Peat at Charles E. Riley Elementary (12/10/2025)

December 12, 2025 Submitted article

Charles E. Riley Elementary school sixth grader, Connor Donahue, achieved an unprecedented feat Wednesday by winning the local spelling bee three years in-a-row. Students are eligible to compete starting in grade 4, and Connor was […]

New 4th Ward Common Councilor hopes to find a Point of Balance within Oswego Community

December 12, 2025 Jose Hernandez

OSWEGO – John Fitzgibbons sees his new role as the 4th Ward Common Councilor as an opportunity to help Oswego residents. “I didn’t run against anybody; in my mind, I ran for the opportunity to […]

Gillibrand Statement On Republicans’ Refusal To Extend Enhanced Aca Tax Credits

December 12, 2025 Contributor

Washington, D.C. – Today, after Senate Republicans blocked the Democratic plan to extend enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies for three years and lower health care costs for tens of millions of Americans, U.S. Senator […]

Oswego Police Department Arrest Summary Report

December 12, 2025 Contributor

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Walter Wm. (Kit) Swartz

December 12, 2025 Contributor

OSWEGO – Walter Wm. (Kit) Swartz died on 10 December 2025 following a long series of illnesses. Kit’s latter days are well described in this Scripture passage, “Therefore we do not lose heart, but though […]

County Legislator Elect Lee Walker teaming up with Vona’s for food giveaway

December 12, 2025 Jose Hernandez

OSWEGO COUNTY – Lee Walker and Vona’s restaurant are collaborating to give away groceries to Oswego residents. They plan to give away 250 bags on Sunday, the 13th, from 2 PM until all food is […]

Oswego County Legislature Lowers Property Taxes Again for 2026

December 12, 2025 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Legislature reduced the generic property tax rate to $4.87 per $1,000 of assessed value, a 5.4% decrease from last year, with the adoption of the 2026 budget tonight, Dec. […]

County of Oswego Budget Approved; Includes Pay Increase of Oswego Officials

December 12, 2025 Jose Hernandez

OSWEGO COUNTY – Thursday night, Oswego residents packed the County Legislator Meeting. Many opposed Local Law #5, which would have increased public officials’ pay, most notably Sheriff Don Hilton. This law was a part of […]

Fulton Police Department Arrest Summary Report 12/2/2025 though 12/8/2025

December 11, 2025 Contributor

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Statement Regarding Reported Threats to Fulton City Schools

December 11, 2025 Contributor

FULTON – The City of Fulton Police Department has investigated recent reports concerning alleged threats directed toward Fulton City Schools. The purpose of this statement is to provide accurate information and reassurance to the community. […]