Community

Members of the United Way of Greater Oswego County’s Campaign Cabinet are preparing the agenda for one of Oswego County’s most impactful events, the United Way’s Annual Campaign Kick Off Breakfast. Scheduled for September 7, the event will be held from 8 – 9 a.m. at the American Foundry.

At a recent Sunrise Rotary meeting, Rotarian Linda Eagan introduced Cynthia Jerred, owner of Artistree Workshops. Jerred provides a variety of workshops out of her home, offering mixed media, artwork and arts and crafts.

Pulaski Academy & Central Schools has announced a free and reduced price meal policy for Pulaski area school children. Local school officials have adopted the following family eligibility criteria to assist them in determining eligibility:

As children transition from summer to fall, the Oswego YMCA is offering programs to school-aged children throughout the Oswego and Mexico school districts to keep youth active, busy and engaged during out-of-school time.

Jacquelyn Christian Christian was recognized by OCO with a longevity award for 10 years of loyal service.

Any residents of Oswego that would like to make their food dollars go farther may order September Food $en$e packages until noon on September 16. All Oswego area residents may use the program.

All Oswego County government offices, including the solid waste transfer stations and recycling drop-off centers, will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, for Labor Day.

St. Luke Health Services’ Diane Garcia is a recipient of a 2016 LeadingAge New York Long Term Care Employee of Distinction Award. Garcia, who has been with St. Luke for 26 years, is the assistant director of activities at the healthcare residence.

The Merit awards are $3,000 over four years. For non-New York state students, the total award can increase to as much as $39,000 in combination with a Destination Oswego scholarship.