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An Olympics that began with the death of a luger ended Sunday with an exuberant celebration of Canada — reflecting a determined comeback by the host country’s organizers and athletes.

Kobe cold, but Lakers finally defeat Nuggets

Lamar Odom scored nine of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, and the Lakers overcame an 11-point third-quarter deficit to beat the Nuggets 95-89.

Orange women to honor four seniors at tonight’s final home game

Stephen D. Cannerelli / The Post-StandardSyracuse forward Nicole Michael will be honored during a Senior Night celebration in the Carrier Dome tonight as part of SU’s game against No. 8 West Virginia. During her four […]

Crosby’s OT goal sinks U.S., gives Canada gold

Sidney Crosby scored 7:40 into overtime and Canada beat the United States 3-2 on Sunday to earn its second men’s hockey gold medal in the last three Olympics.

Shakeup: No. 3 Purdue latest top team to lose

Raymar Morgan had 16 points and 11 rebounds to help No. 14 Michigan State beat No. 3 Purdue 53-44 on Sunday and snap the Boilermakers’ 10-game win streak.

Aubertine: Tax Refunds Must Be Paid

State Sen. Darrel J. Aubertine today reiterated his support for the timely return of personal income tax refunds and his opposition to a plan proposed by the Governor to withhold refunds. On Tuesday, he signed a petition to discharge a bill that would require by law that refunds be paid within 30 days.

Closure of Fort Ontario: A Bad Idea

In an effort to close the state budget gap, the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historical Preservation (OPRHP) recommended closing 57 state parks and historic sites late last week. Unfortunately, included among that list was Fort Ontario. Closing the historic site in the heart of the City of Oswego is a terrible idea. Closure will hinder the region’s ability to attract tourists and stifle education.

A View of History: Fulton Water Works

This week, archivist Tom Tryniski takes us back more than a century to see the old Fulton Water Works.Ã‚Â Visit Tom’s website, FultonHistory.com, for a rich trip through the decades.

Postgame videos: Syracuse lacrosse vs. Army

Syracuse University lacrosse players Stephen Keogh and John Galloway and Army goalie Tom Palesky talk about Sunday’s game at the Carrier Dome.

The Oswego ChildrenÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Theater to Reprise Ã¢â‚¬Å“JuvieÃ¢â‚¬Â As Part of Teen Twin Bill

The Oswego Children's Theater Presents a twin bill of teen oriented one act plays, "Juvie" and "Crying Out" March 5,6, 12 and 13 at 7:30 p.m. and March 14 at 2 p.m. At St. Mary Church Hall. Pictured in the photo participating in a theater exercise is Hayden Avery, and Angela Thomas. Photo by Wayne Mosher.

This spring, the Oswego ChildrenÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Theater will be presenting a reprise production of the teen drama Ã¢â‚¬Å“JuvieÃ¢â‚¬Â for the fourth time eight years.