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Humane Society Receives Bequest From Flora Estate
In 2005, the Oswego County Humane Society received a donation from the Flora Living Trust, which had been established by John and Evelyn Flora, residents of the village of Mexico. In late October this year, the Humane Society received a check in the amount of $25,000 from the estate of John Flora, who had been predeceased by his wife, Evelyn.
Fairgrieve students explore different cultures with visiting author
World traveler, athlete, author and photographer Jan Reynolds captivated an audience of Fairgrieve Elementary students Thursday with tales of her worldly experiences. Students in third through fifth grades gathered in the school’s gymnasium to learn about Reynolds, her experiences across the globe and the many things she has learned along the way.
Fulton First UMC Men’s Group features craft show, antique appraising
The Fulton First United Methodist Church Men’s Group is holding its fourth annual craft show, silent auction, Grampa’s cellar, luncheon, and chicken BBQ from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 30.
Search for Crashed MQ-9 Drone Turns Up Some Debris
Search and recovery efforts for the 174th Attack Wing MQ-9 Reaper aircraft that was lost in Lake Ontario on Tuesday, continued Thursday. As a result of these efforts, some aircraft debris was recovered along the shoreline of Lake Ontario. Initial reports of debris were reported through the local authorities and this information was forwarded to the 174th ATKW Emergency Operations Center.
Iroquois-themed projects in the spotlight at Fairley
The Fairley Elementary School cafeteria was transformed into an Iroquois village Wednesday night as fourth-grade students showcased homemade longhouses, recipe books, a lacrosse stick and other aspects of Native American culture.
Children take center stage at CNY Arts Center
CNY Arts Center announces the debut of two youth productions onstage November 22 and 23 with Drama Club and Kids Onstage. Both groups have been meeting weekly since mid-September and will present to parents, family and friends in separate performances. Both presentations are pay-what-you-can performances open to the public in lieu of tickets and take place at 357 State St., in Fulton (use the Park Street entrance).
Hannibal’s Kenney Middle School Students ‘Build Em and Bust-Em’
On November 9, the Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology hosted the annual Build ’Em and Bust ’Em Bridge Building Competition for 600 pupils from local elementary, middle and high schools throughout Central New York. Working during study halls and after school, student teams designed and built balsa wood bridges in the Kenney Middle School Technology Education classroom under the direction of technology teacher Gregory Bailey.
Bishop’s Commons Residents Explore Art with the Help of SUNY Oswego Interns
Residents at Bishop’s Commons have been “Exploring Art” with the help of SUNY Oswego Art Program students. Established last year, the SUNY/Senior “Exploring Art” program has grown in popularity among residents who have had the opportunity to either renew their interest in creative art, or simply try something new.
Hannibal school board discusses new notification system; Parents/guardians to receive test calls week of Nov. 25
Hannibal Central School District officials have been exploring a variety of options to provide immediate communication with families when issues arise, and soon a new tool will be in place that will provide the mass communication service that the district has been seeking. During a meeting Wednesday evening, school board members reviewed the new communication tool, Global Connect.
