Articles by Steve Yablonski

Bob Natoli, a six-time Guinness World Strength and Fitness Record holder, entrepreneur and author dedicated his seventh World Record attempt and at least $4,200 to Julian Ross “to step up community support for Julian’s fight against Stage IV Neuroblastoma.”
The Oswego youngster watched, via Skype, from his hospital bed in Philadelphia. His mother was on hand at TimeBuyer to witness the world record attempts in person.

UPDATE: Oswego police say a suspect is in custody regarding Wednesday’s robbery. More information will be available Friday, they said.

At about 2 p.m. today (April 3), Oswego Police were dispatched to the Rise and Shine Convenience store 126 East Oneida Street in the city of Oswego for a reported robbery. Preliminary investigating determined that a white male, described to be in his teens, allegedly stole a purse from a customer at the store and allegedly stated that he possessed a gun.

The governor also spoke about his plans to assist families, revitalize the economy and enhance education. The budget will provide nearly $800 million in tax relief for businesses over the next three years, he added. As well as reforms in the unemployment insurance and workers’ compensation system, which will save the private sector $1.2 billion, he said.

Spring has arrived and that means it’s time for spring cleaning. Besides cleaning up your house and yard – it is also time to once again spruce up the environment. “April 22 is Earth Day,” said Richard Drosse, Earth Week coordinator for the county’s Environmental Management Council. “In recognition, the council invites individuals, schools and groups to participate in Oswego County’s Earth Week, April 19 – 28.”

Oswego is going to the movies, thanks to Oswego County Federal Credit Union. At its meeting Monday night the Physical Services Committee approved a request by William Carhart, CEO of the credit union, to use East Park to host a series of “Movies in the Park” during the summer months.