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Judges chose the cream of the crop of proposals submitted for creative ways to promote a partnership between Mazda and Students Against Destructive Decisions. Oswego’s success comes in part because submissions are worked into the COM 415 “Advanced Public Relations” class as a final project, professor Tina Pieraccini said.

Rotarians Hear About Weekly Free Meal Program For Needy People

At a recent Fulton Sunrise Rotary meeting, Rotarian Sharon Foster, right, introduced Lynn Bullard who is instrumental in All Saints Episcopal Church Outreach program. This program is funded by a Mission Grant through the Diocese of CNY.

Hannibal Democrats Set Dinner Fundraiser

Pictured from left to right: Rita Hooper, Town Councilor; Gordon Prosser, committee chair, Dan Mahaney, Town Highway Superintendent.

Get an early start in thinking Irish. The Hannibal Democratic Committee is holding a traditional corned beef or ham dinner on Sunday, February 28th at the Hannibal American Legion on Rochester Street in Hannibal.

PJC Welcomes Brandolino Back to CNY, Television

The Professional Journalists and Communicators of Oswego County will welcome world-traveling weatherman Chris Brandolino at its next meeting set for 5 p.m. March 4 at Bridie Manor.

February 22, 2010 Steve Yablonski

After-School Care Also In Crosshairs Of Governor’s Budget

The governor’s budget proposal to close many state parks and historic sites, including Oswego’s Fort Ontario, has created a furor since it was announced Friday. However, parents who rely on free after-school programs may be in for a shock as well.

AmeriCorps Workers Take Part in National Day of Service

From left, AmeriCorps members Cosima Sokal-Davidson, Debbie Deeb and Carol-Anne Salladin cook chili at the Oswego Salvation Army.

Ã¢â‚¬Å“Every year, the Corporation for National and Community Service encourages service on MLK Day,Ã¢â‚¬Â said Kathleen Fenlon, director of the Oswego City-County Youth Bureau. Ã¢â‚¬Å“AmeriCorps members from programs across the nation participate in various service projects for national days of service. In Oswego, AmeriCorps members have been doing projects for several years honoring Dr. King.Ã¢â‚¬Â

ARC Members Enjoy Valentine’s Dance

Ricky Beck and Sue Morrow, a long-time couple at ARC of Oswego County, dressed to the nines for the recent Valentine's Day Dance.

The Social-Recreation program includes many sports teams, hobby and interest groups, and regular dances.

Spiritually Speaking: Black History Month

The voices who spoke out about the raw reality of slavery are not easy to hear. But we need to hear them – to understand and learn as much as we can from the mistakes of the past so that we don’t repeat them in the present.

Fulton Youth Soccer Registration Begins This Week

Front row (left to right) Noah Cordone & David Cordone. Back row (left to right) Marshall Carvey & Sheila Carvey, Fulton Youth Soccer Board President.

Fulton Youth Soccer will hold its registration for the 2010 spring and fall seasons at the Fulton City Hall in the Community Room on Tuesday, February 23 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Thursday, March 4 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, and on Saturday, March 13 from 9:00 AM until noon.

Youth Bureau Will Award Mini Grants for Youth Projects

Funding will be awarded to not-for-profit community organizations that provide non-sectarian activities for youth during hours when school is not in session.