Today's Weather
Weather Notebook For July 27, 2015
Becoming most sunny and warm with increasing humidity today. High in the upper 80s.
Articles by Steve Yablonski
Oswego Daily News
Pet of the Week – Skittles
Sweet! Skittles and his brother, Chiclets, (yes it’s OK to change their names) are just two of many kittens in the care of the Oswego County Humane Society and they sure would like a home of their own. They’re not old enough to have developed any peculiar habits yet – just take them home and see what unfolds!
Oswego Daily News
12-Year-Old Hit By Vehicle Died at Hospital
On Friday members of the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office responded to County Route 15 near Van Auken Road in the town of Boylston for a motor vehicle accident involving a bicyclist. The investigation revealed a 12-year-old boy was struck by a 2004 Chevrolet pickup truck while riding his bicycle westerly on CR 15. The child was transported to Upstate Hospital in Syracuse where he was later pronounced dead.
Oswego Daily News
Hundreds March In 28th Annual Children’s Parade
Hundreds of youngsters, their friends and family marched from Breitbeck Park to the Novelis Family Park (West Park) on Friday in idyllic weather.
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Donald G. ‘Duckie’ Myers, 77
Donald Grant Myers, 77, of Brea, Calif., passed away at St. Jude Medical Center in Fullerton, Calif. He was born in Fulton, NY, the youngest son of the late Jack and Betty (Geddes) Myers.
Today's Weather
Weather Notebook For July 24, 2015
Another very nice sunny and warm day today. High near 80.
Oswego Daily News
Harborfest 28 Kicks Off In The Port City
The 28th annual festival was greeted by mild temperatures and mostly clear skies – with hundreds of people, young and old, ready to celebrate. The fun continues throughout the weekend. Highlights include Friday’s Children’s Parade and Saturday’s fireworks display.
Today's Weather
Weather Notebook For July 23, 2015
A bit breezy with a mix of sun and clouds today. High near 80.
Oswego Daily News
Oswego School Administrators, Board To Set Goals For District
At Tuesday’s Oswego School Board meeting, Superintendent Ben Halsey elaborated on the district’s board of education workshop, goal-setting process and plans for a “Wall of Distinction.” He wants to set specific goals in three major categories: academic excellence, student achievement; fiscal responsibility and infrastructure; and governance and communication. Plans are also under way “to acknowledge the outstanding people that have come through these doors and contributed to society,” the superintendent said.
Oswego Daily News
Oswego Eyes Major Improvements At Fitzhugh Park
Fitzhugh Park’s playground may be getting a multi-million dollar facelift. Amy Birdsall, planning and zoning director, said she had received correspondence from Lisa Glidden, requesting council support for a grant submission to the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. The amount being applied for is the maximum amount of $500,000 the required match is $166,666 of which all will be accounted for with in-kind services and volunteer time, she said.