Councilors give a favorable recommendation to a request hold the Oswego Polar Plunge for Special Olympics at Wright’s Landing this spring. The full council will also nominate a junior member to take part in the plunge.
Breezy and cooler with a mix of clouds and sun today. High 40.
The average temperature for January 2016 was 28.3 degrees. That is 4.2 degrees above average. Total precipitation for January was 1.93 inches. That is 1.75 inches below average.
Windy with rain, heavy at times early; drying out a bit later today. High 55.
The origin and cause of the fire that occurred at 194 W. Fifth St. on January 28 has been determined to be electrical. After conducting several interviews, taking photographs, and gathering physical findings from the structure, the city of Oswego Fire Investigation Unit has concluded that electrical wiring supplying power to a second story ceiling light failed and started the fire.
Mostly cloudy and mild early with increasing sun later today. High 40.
Mayor William Barlow Jr. took the first steps Monday night to rejuvenate the Port City’s presence on the web. The mayor said he has worked collaboratively and extensively with the Community Development Director and City Attorney in developing the first phase in this comprehensive marketing approach. The city can do a more effective job promoting itself to attract individuals and families to live here as well as businesses and investors to invest here as well, the mayor said. “Phase one of this process is to revamp the city’s website,” Barlow said.
Breezy and turning cooler with showers early today. High 40, falling into the 30s.
The 16th annual Trinity Catholic School Adult Spelling Bee went the distance — and then some. When they ran out of words, “This has never happened before,” exclaimed Barb Sugar, Trinity Catholic School’s principal. “They all did a great job. So, I say we should crown co-champions this year.”
A college student went out on the breakwall for a walk Sunday (Jan. 31) afternoon. Witnesses stated the person fell several times on the ice and was having a difficult time getting back. The person walked back on their own, authorities reported.
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