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Oswego Daily News

Scene Around Town: Mario Andretti Helps A&P Automotive Celebrate 25 Years

Mario snips ribbon

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. […]

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Oswego Daily News

City Pool Likely To Stay Afloat In 2010 Budget

<p>Gallagher Pool, in a photo courtesy of the city of Oswego.</p>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 budget […]