The life skills class at Emerson J. Dillon Middle School learned about animals and the role of zookeepers as part of the “Who’s Who in the Zoo” virtual connection.
Valedictorian is Lindsey R. Goodnough, daughter of Brian and Heidi Goodnough. Salutatorian is John E. McGrew II. John is the son of John and Robin McGrew.
Historic downtown Oswego may have seen better days, but the mayor has a vision for the revitalization of its future. “We have a downtown that is rather dense,” Oswego Mayor William Barlow said. “We have some strong buildings that just need a little help. We have buildings that need to be renovated and vacant lots that need to be developed.” Some of these areas are being developed currently from different individuals and privately owned businesses.
The New York State Education Department recently honored seven G. Ray Bodley High School students with college scholarships because of their academic achievement. Each recipient received an award letter from NYSED Commissioner MaryElen Elia, who joined the New York State Board of Regents in congratulating the GRB students on their success.
For 32 years, the Zonta Club of Oswego has presented the prestigious Amelia Earhart Woman of Achievement Award to a woman who has dedicated herself to her community and who serves as a role model for young women. This year, the 33rd Amelia Earhart Woman of Achievement Award recipient is the late Billie Crandall Brady, who served the community tirelessly for more than 28 years.
The Great Lakes Research Consortium, in cooperation with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Great Lakes Program, announces the award of $136,591 for six research projects that address priority areas in the Great Lakes Action Agenda for New York State.
The Michael A. Maroun Elementary School gymnasium was abuzz with excitement as nearly 65 students showcased their experiments at the annual science fair. Students from kindergarten through fourth grades created projects pertaining to chemistry, biology, earth science and physics.
St. Francis Commons Assisted Living Residence in Oswego will host a workshop that is open to the public entitled, “Entering Their World-Living with Dementia the Easy Way” on May 18 beginning at 7:30 p.m. The workshop is for family members, loved ones, or caregivers who are on the journey of a Dementia diagnosis of a loved one.
Climate change was in focus during the annual Earth Science Honors Research Symposium held May 4 at John C. Birdlebough High School. Susan Sharp’s sophomore honors students presented in-depth research projects to an audience of family and friends.
“They’re the kindest people around,” said Kelly Rainville, an Oswego resident. “If they can help an animal, they will.” The Oswego County Humane Society, a not-for-profit corporation located at 29 W. Seneca St. in Oswego, doesn’t operate like a normal animal shelter. Instead, the organization is a series of volunteer foster homes that care for an animal until they are adopted. Rainville has fostered animals through the Oswego County Humane Society since last August. She said she has had a good experience with the organization and thinks the foster system works.
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