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While the CYO Summer Program at Catholic Charities of Oswego County is filled with fun and games for youth, it is a much different experience for AmeriCorps Members Kaylee May and Raquel Vescio.

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Fulton Lions’ 23rd Annual Duck Derby Launches Sept. 8

The 23^nd Annual Fulton Lions Club Duck Derby splashes down from noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 8 in the canal park behind Tavern on the Lock Restaurant, 24 S. First St.

George Ritchie to run for Hannibal Town Highway Superintendent

George Ritchie, lifelong resident, announces his candidacy for Hannibal Town Highway Superintendent. His qualifications include more than 25 years of construction and contracting experience.

Special Musical Event at Casey’s Cottage, Mexico Point Park

Fresh from a concert at Chimney Corner, Ansted, WVa., and a music festival in Galax, Va., the Fox and Hound bring their mix of original, country, and bluegrass music to Mexico Point Park for a special musical evening at Casey’s Cottage Sept. 6 from 7 to 9 p.m.
The event is hosted by Friends of Mexico Point Park.

Rotarians Hear of Halloween Plans

At a recent Fulton Sunrise Rotary meeting, Scott Rose, who is associated with Sound Junction, spoke of the desire to bring back the Community Costume Parade Halloween party.

Giving Firefighters a Helping Hand

On Monday, Oswego firefighters were testing and painting fire hydrants in the Fifth Ward. They were assisted by Hannah Evans.

CNY Arts Center’s Kids Onstage Presents Charlotte’s Web

More than 30 children will tell the beloved tale of Wilbur, the little pig, being saved by an unlikely hero, Charlotte, the spider. The full-length play will run Aug 16 at 7 p.m., Aug 17 and 18 at 2 p.m. at CNY Arts Center, 357 State St., in Fulton.

Local Parks Host Sunrise and Sunset Kayak Tours

Early-risers can grab a paddle, explore a Lake Ontario tributary and glimpse a variety of wildlife as the sun rises behind them during a sunrise kayak tour at Selkirk Shores State Park this summer. Richard Walberger, owner of River Run Kayaks, offers guided introductory kayak tours at Selkirk Shores on Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings.

Citizen Soldier from Central Square extends service to state and nation

Specialist Kellie Ellis from Central Square has reenlisted to continue service with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 102nd Military Police Battalion.

Healthy recipes Shared at Diabetes Support Group

Diabetics can enjoy typically forbidden foods such as pizza and pasta using recipes developed by Oswego Health Pharmacist Daniela Tierson. She will share her recipes at Oswego Health’s free diabetes support group held from noon until 1 p.m. August 21 in the Oswego Health Services Center’s lower level conference room.