On April 28, Abby Stamm displayed her collection of baskets, beads, cooking utensils, jewelry, bags and clothing she has collected in her many Peace Corps assignments to Africa.
Fresh foods and produce will be available, free of charge to those in need, May 11 from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. or until food is gone.
Proceeds from the Strong Kids Campaign will fund scholarships that allow children and families who otherwise may not be able to, to benefit from family strengthening YMCA programs such as child care, day camp and programs for at-risk youth.
Bob Miano of Hannibal was the lucky winner of the Hannibal Dollars for Scholars $100 gas card raffle. Mr. Miano commutes from Hannibal to Syracuse every day so the gas card is especially appreciated with the rising cost of a gallon of gas.
The Oz Roller Girls, the community’s new flat-track women’s roller derby league, has blocked out time to address a number of community causes, from hunger to veteran support to animal welfare. Leading up to their first bout, the team mounted a food drive to support the Oswego Salvation Army food services that help hungry families in the community.
It sounds simple enough “You can help Japan by making paper cranes.” Well, Frederick Leighton Elementary School art teacher Michele Scoville recently saw a humanitarian fundraiser to assist the victims of the March 11 massive earthquakes that struck Sendai, Japan. The resulting tsunami ravaged the coastline.
The Lakeside Artisans’ featured artist for the month of May is Sandra Dowie. She recently moved to the area. Dowie is passionate about her paintings, jewelry, pottery, and especially her equestrian art. The artist and one of her daughters, Marcella, make a vibrant and artistically knowledgeable team.
Recently the Oswego City School District Board of Education recognized two Oswego High School student athletes for their participation in New York State Championship competition.
In response to the near record rate of unemployment in Oswego County, Senator Patty Ritchie has spearheaded a plan to help families and individuals prepare for the future. The senator’s office has reached out to organizations and business leaders to form a collaboration that will host a Career and Resource Expo for Oswego County residents.
Fulton Savings Bank is proud to sponsor Orleans, an American pop-rock band best known for its hits “Dance With Me” , “Still The One” and “Love Takes Time”.
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