Community

“The AmeriCorps Week observance provides an opportunity to salute members for their impact on the lives of children they serve and to thank community partners who make AmeriCorps possible,” said Kathy Andolina, Oswego County AmeriCorps program coordinator.

Oswego County Legislature Chairman Fred C. Beardsley recently presented a proclamation designating March as Developmental Disabilities Month. More than seven million Americans are affected by developmental disabilities.

Assemblyman Barclay on Feb. 29 attended a briefing by the IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) held by the Assembly Energy Committee.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the great ship Titanic and the H. Lee White Marine Museum will commemorate the centennial with a premier event, “A Titanic Affair,” on April 14 at the American Foundry in Oswego.

The Oswego County Legislature’s Health and Human Services Committee recently presented Kathleen Salvadore with a certificate of appreciation for her 25 years of service.

Each session consists of a short presentation about services available to the community, with informal discussion and question and answer session. There is no charge to participate.

Operation Oswego County Director L. Michael Treadwell reported to the Oswego County Legislature’s Economic Development and Planning Committee that there is a new restaurant at the Oswego County Airport. Puddle Jumpers opened on March 1 at the facility on county Route 176.

Two celebrations came together on Friday at Fitzhugh Park Elementary School. It was “Read Across America Day,” but also the birthday of Dr. Seuss.