Community

Lake Country Quilt Guild raised the money through the sale of magazines and fabric that was donated by its members.

Officer Brandon Harris with the city of Fulton Police Benevolent Association presented a check to Tanya Semchenko-Rousseau and Carol Gardner of the Fulton YMCA Speed Demons swim team.

Students and staff members brought in money to donate to the charity that helps families stay together in the “house that love built,” while their child is receiving treatment at a nearby healthcare facility.

Students in the Sandy Creek Central School District enrolled in Julie McNitt’s Universal Pre-Kindergarten classes held their annual Christmas programs on December 14.

2012 has been a banner year for New York State Wines. We’ve seen it right here in our own backyards, new wineries opening their doors and inviting thirsty wine aficionados to “Uncork New York.”

Several local organizations have benefited from fundraising events this year thanks to the generosity of the Oswego County Probation Department staff. This year, Probation staff raised funds for the Child Advocacy Center, the Oswego County Humane Society, and the Salvation Army to provide Christmas gifts during the holiday season.

After operating out of a temporary location for the past four months, Catholic Charities of Oswego County is moving back home to its permanent location at 365 W. First St., Fulton.

All Oswego County offices, solid waste transfer stations, the Bristol Hill Landfill and the Materials Recovery Facility will be closed on Tuesday, Dec. 25, for Christmas Day, and Tuesday, Jan. 1, for New Year’s Day. The Energy Recovery Facility will remain open both days to serve solid waste haulers.

This traditional service of ‘Lessons, Carols and Candlelight’ will include the Christmas story from Scripture, the singing of lovely carols and candlelight shared in a large circle at the close of the service.