Articles by Steve Yablonski

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New Youth Court Members Take Oath

August 26, 2009 Steve Yablonski

The ranks of Oswego County’s Youth Court swelled by nearly two dozen on Tuesday night. Youth Court is a recognized community diversion program aimed at keeping young offenders out of Family Court.  Research has shown that youth who go through the Youth Court process “are very unlikely” to be repeat offenders. The program gives young offenders who stay out of trouble a fresh start. […]

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Oswego’s 2010 Budget Approved

August 24, 2009 Steve Yablonski

The tax rate will stay the same as this year at $8.98 per $1,000 assessed and the city’s only pool is spared. However, the sewer fees will triple. The city will be able to purchase some new equipment – thanks to Sen. Aubertine. […]

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Judge: Gosek Is A Level 2 Sex Offender

August 24, 2009 Steve Yablonski

<p>John Gosek </p>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 […]

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Second Mural Planned For West Riverwalk

August 24, 2009 Steve Yablonski

<p>Mike Myers displays one of the proposed ideas for a section of a new mural on the West Riverwalk. Looking on at a recent committee meeting are councilors Sue Sweet and Mike Joyce.</p>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 […]

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Hundreds Race To See Mario Andretti

August 21, 2009 Steve Yablonski

<p>Mario Andretti, right, snips the ribbon being held by Pat and Chris Abold and Mike Silliman of A&P Automotive.</p>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. […]