Articles by Steve Yablonski

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Oswego Daily News

Academic Achievement Improves, Leighton Removed From State’s Focus List

May 23, 2015 Steve Yablonski

There was plenty of cheering at Tuesday’s (May 19) Oswego School Board meeting. And, it had noting to do with the budget vote or board elections. At Tuesday’s meeting, Superintendent Ben Halsey announced that Leighton Elementary School was no longer on the state’s “Focus” list. “We have been working a long time to improve the academic performance in that building,” he said. “I am very happy to announce that Leighton has officially been removed from the focus group. I would like to congratulate the faculty that has dedicated themselves to this process.”

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Oswego Daily News

Methamphetamine Lab Investigation Under Way In Oswego

May 23, 2015 Steve Yablonski

At about 8:30 a.m. today (May 23), the Oswego City Police Departments Patrol Division responded to a second floor apartment at 200 W. First St. in the city of Oswego for a check the welfare complaint.

Upon investigation, the responding officers found indications of a possible methamphetamine lab within the apartment, according to police.

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The Oswego County Health Department will conduct an emergency preparedness exercise on May 28. The exercise is open to the public and the Health Department encourages residents and their families to participate.
Oswego Daily News

Health Department to Conduct Emergency Preparedness Exercise Open to Public

May 22, 2015 Steve Yablonski

The Oswego County Health Department will conduct an emergency preparedness exercise on May 28 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Oswego County Health Department at 70 Bunner St. The purpose of the exercise is to practice the county’s ability to dispense lifesaving medication in the event of a public health emergency.

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Oswego Daily News

Oswego County Drug Task Force Announces Meth Arrests

May 22, 2015 Steve Yablonski

On Wednesday at approximately 5:30 a.m. the Oswego County Drug Task Force with the assistance of the New York State Police Special Operations Response Team and Contaminated Crime Scene Emergency Response Team executed a Methamphetamine related search warrant in Parish. As a result of the investigation, materials and ingredients used to manufacture methamphetamine and approximately 3 ounces of methamphetamine oil were seized, police said.

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Community

Calling all artists, artisans, and crafty people

May 22, 2015 Steve Yablonski

Art in the Park 2015 is fast approaching. Mark your calendars – June 7 from noon – 6 p.m. at Mexico Point Park. This year, visitors will be able to meet with local author and illustrator Daniel Middleton. He will be gracing the park’s stage to showcase his new children’s picture book and signing books – a great gift idea for children.

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Community

Lake Ontario Antiques and Creative Designs Holds Grand Opening

May 22, 2015 Steve Yablonski

Lake Ontario Antique and Creative Designs held its grand opening May 15 at its location 157 E. First St., also known as the North Gate Crossing building. “We are grateful for the tremendous turnout at our opening from the community, county governing and chamber members” said one of the store’s owners, David Granoff.

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