Fulton Daily News
Light Agenda For Tonight’s Fulton Common Council Meeting
Below is the agenda for tonight’s meeting of the Fulton Common Council. No major issues.
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Obituaries
Theresa M. Laird, 83, 08/01/2009
Theresa M. Laird, 83, a former resident of Pontiac Terrace Apartments in Oswego, died Saturday Aug. 1, 2009, in Oswego Hospita
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Work Begins On Kenney Middle School Roof in Hannibal
Portions of the roof at the Kenney Middle School will be replaced. The first portion of the roof to be replaced is a small section towards the north end. This section does not require any asbestos abatement and will take one week to accomplish.
Community
Youth Bureau Will Award Mini Grants for Youth Projects
The Oswego City-County Youth Bureau is entering the final funding cycle for its 2009 mini-grant program. Funding will be awarded to not-for-profit community organizations that provide non-sectarian activities for youth during hours when school is not in session. The deadline to apply is Sept. 18.
Health
Oswego County Residents Should be Aware of Lyme Disease Symptoms
With summer in full swing, pet owners and those who like to spend time outdoors should be on the lookout for ticks and be aware of the symptoms of Lyme disease, according to Oswego County Public Health Director Dr. Dennis Norfleet.
Community
Oswego County Moves Forward With Hazard Mitigation Planning
The Oswego County Emergency Management Office has partnered with many local municipalities and agencies to establish a comprehensive hazard mitigation plan.
Community
Parish Seniors Enjoy “Christmas In July”
The Parish Senior Dining and Activity Center was filled with the glitter and magic of the Christmas season on Monday, July 27, for the second annual “Christmas in July†celebration. The site was beautifully decorated. Eleanor Jacobson and Julie Raner enjoyed playing Christmas carols for the twenty or so guests. There was a fun, but confusing, gift exchange game. All enjoyed the many Christmas goodies.
Obituaries
Harold F. Becksted, 76
Harold F. Becksted, 76, of Co Rt. 25, Minetto, passed away July 30, 2009 at his home surrounded by his family.
Sports
Pat Ward Edges Jimm Phelps in Lapped Traffic for Fulton DIRTcar Win
Saturday at Fulton Speedway on Canale Insurance Night, Pat Ward out of Genoa, NY used lapped traffic to his advantage after a torrid battle with Jimmy Phelps. Ward passed Phelps with five to go to pick up the popular 35-lap Big Block Modified main. It was Ward’s second win of the year worth $2,000 to the driver of the Gypsum Express No. 42p.
Sports
Sheppard Sets Track Record At Brewerton
Matt Sheppard out of Waterloo, NY served notice during his heat race he was going to be a force on Friday night at the Brewerton Speedway. In his heat Sheppard ran a lap of 14.117 for a new Big Block Modified Track Record. In the feature, Sheppard blasted around race leader Tom Sears on a lap-13 restart to take command of the race. From there Sheppard dominated the rest of the way despite brake problems that were throwing spark showers all the way to the checkers. The 35-lap win pocketed Sheppard $2,000 behind the wheel of the Xtreme Lubricants No. 9s.