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Megan Holzwarth, a Graphic Design major from Central Square, was a member of the 2015 SUNY Oneonta women’s track and field team. The Red Dragons finished 5th indoor and 3rd outdoor at the SUNYAC Championships this year.

The Oswego County Department of Community Development, Tourism and Planning recently announced the winners of the Oswego County Fishing and Hunting Guide Photo Contest. They were honored at a reception where they received certificates and prizes that included gift bags, gift certificates, and a variety of river and lake guided fishing trips.

Oswego High School junior Jenna Ballard will present a solo piano recital at 2 p.m. on June 7 at the Church of the Resurrection, 120 W. Fifth St. The program is free and open to the public. Those who would like to make a monetary donation to the Oswego County Humane Society may do so in the collection box in the back of the room.

The halls of Fairley Elementary School were transformed into an art gallery recently as student-generated drawings, painting and sculptures were on display. Guests perused the school as they “traveled the world with art.” Each wing of the building had artwork inspired by a different country.

During a recent assembly at Volney Elementary School, students were praised for exemplifying positive behavior traits and serving as role models throughout the month of May. Nearly 50 students from throughout the school were recognized for their positive character.

Emerson J Dillon Middle School welcomed 11 new members into the National Junior Honor Society recently. This year, the EJD NJHS has served its community in a variety of ways, from UNICEF trick or treating to the sending of Christmas cards to Michaud nursing home.

Although Pulaski High School senior Megan Jennings still has final exams to take and academic projects to finish, she is eager for her future at Mansfield University. The multi-sport student-athlete recently signed her letter of intent to attend the Division II college in Pennsylvania, where she will study biology and run cross-country and track.

The Kenney Middle School fifth and sixth grade chorus and beginning band recently performed in front of a pack audience at their spring concert.

Join us for Mom’s Night Out on June 16 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Fulton Public Library. This new program will feature a fun activity every month and a chance to catch up with other moms. This month there will be a book swap.