BREAKING NEWS: Former Oswego Mayor John Gosek will register as a Level 2 sex offender – for now. The decision was made this afternoon (Aug. 24) by Oswego County Court Judge Walter Hafner. Gosek’s attorney plans to file an appeal in an attempt to get the level lowered
The student-created mural along West Riverwalk, under the Rail Trail Bridge, is about to get some company. The Common Council is considering allowing a group of six more teen-age artists to display their work in that area. A mural committee was formed at the mayor’s request earlier this year. The intent was to engage youth (graffiti) taggers and non-taggers to beautify the city’s riverwalk areas with artwork and to discourage continued graffiti in the area
Legendary racecar driver Mario Andretti was in the Port City today (Aug. 21) to snip the ribbon helping A&P Automotive celebrate its 25th anniversary. Andretti, who won two races more than 40 years ago at Oswego Speedway, said one thing he remembers about his first time in the Port City was how warm and friendly the people were. That, he added today, hasn’t changed.
Legendary Racecar Driver Mario Andretti was in the Port City today to snip the ribbon helping A&P Automotive celebrate its 25th anniversary. Andretti greeted fans and signed autographs for scores of racing enthusiasts at the East Bridge Street store from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
A&P Automotive has been in business for 25 years; most of those years, they have been associated with Firestone.
Andretti, who won two races more than 40 years ago at Oswego Speedway, said one thing he remembers about his first time in the Port City was how warm and friendly the people were. That, he added today, hasn’t changed.
For a full report on the Andretti’s visit, check back later.
Supporters of the city’s swimming pool made a big splash in front of the Common Council.In an attempt to save money in next year’s budget, councilors proposed closing the pool. More than 90 people attended a town hall meeting Thursday at the McCrobie Building. Included in that number were dozens of young children, many carrying signs that read: “Don’t be a fool – Don’t close our Pool,” “Swim Lessons Save Lives” and “Don’t Make Me Swim In The River” among other slogans. In an unofficial poll, the seven councilors said they’d support the pool in next year’s budgetAll Content Copyright Dot Publishing 2026. All Submissions Become Property of Dot Publishing All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.