Community

Major General Patrick A. Murphy, The Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.

The Oswego County Department of Social Services will sponsor an informational meeting from 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 5, at the DSS offices, 100 Spring St., Mexico, for people who are interested in becoming foster or adoptive parents.

A Google Maps Camera Car was recently spotted in the city of Oswego. It was being prepared for a day of capturing images. These specially-equipped cars are fitted with various directional cameras, GPS units and laser range scanners for recording rough 3D images which are then “stitched” together to provide panoramic views.

The 2013-2014 school year is officially under way and The Buccaneer Junior/Senior High School celebrated it by hosting the Fall Harvest Dinner on October 9 at the Scriba Fire Station.

The Oswego County Legislature recognized October 15 as National White Cane Safety Day to promote awareness, education and advocacy for issues that affect individuals with a vision impairment that requires them to carry a white cane.

The river’s end bookstore is offering the next in its series of programs for writers and those interested in becoming writers. “Gift-Wrapped: Capturing Our Holiday Memories” will offer a relaxed and reflective writing experience during the often-hectic holiday season.

Katrina Skeval told about the services that the association offers such as support groups, care consultations, education and training programs and various on-line services at alz.org/cny

The following students were recently awarded a degree from Binghamton University.

Oswego Girl Scouts were well represented recently at the second Camp Hollis Family Harvest Day. They sponsored a cabin and decorated it for Halloween. The girls had fun handing out candy along with Girl Scout stickers and bookmarks to all the trick-or-treaters.