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The Oswego Festival Chorus, conducted by SUNY Oswego assistant professor of music Dr. Mihoko Tsutsumi, performs at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Oswego in a previous concert

Festival Chorus Holiday Concert To Feature College, High School Choirs

November 28, 2018 Contributor

Choral singers from SUNY Oswego and area high schools will offer Mendelssohn’s “Magnificat” and other holiday music in a free Oswego Festival Chorus Holiday Concert at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4, at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church

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A small sample of the Christmas decorations collected and displayed by the late Rev. Chuck Forbes that will be available for sale on December 1. More photos may be seen at http://minettoumc.org/

Late Pastor’s Ornaments Available

November 28, 2018 Contributor

The late Rev. Charles Forbes, former pastor of the Minetto United Methodist Church, loved decorating his home for Christmas.

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Pictured with her completed fresh holiday arrangement is class participant Pam Stephens.

Evergreen Workshops Kick Off Holiday Decorating Season

November 28, 2018 Contributor

The Friends of the Oswego Library hosted a Wreath and Evergreen Arrangement “Learn To” class on November 25 at the Oswego Public Library. Thirty library patrons learned how to make and decorate a wreath or an evergreen centerpiece.

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Elks Memorial Set Sunday

November 28, 2018 Contributor

The Oswego Elks Lodge # 271 will observe a Memorial Sunday service on December 2 at 1:30 p.m. in the Huckabee-Manor Hall of the Oswego Elks Lodge #271, 132 W. Fifth St.

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Carlie Walsh learns what it takes to train a dog during Emerson J. Dillon Middle School’s annual career day.

Dillon Students Explore Careers

November 27, 2018 Submitted article

As part of a recent career day, Emerson J. Dillon Middle School students got a glimpse into what their future may hold while exploring dozens of possibilities.

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Here is an excerpt from “A Story About a Robot Named Bastion,” a story written and illustrated by Kingsford Park Elementary School fifth grader Nicholas Thompson. He and his classmates recently used Book Creator to make their own audio and/or visual online book, under the direction of teacher Jessica Burridge.

Technology Integration A Growing Trend In Oswego Classrooms

November 27, 2018 Submitted article

The integration of technology in daily instruction throughout the Oswego City School District has significantly increased student interest, accessibility and opportunities.

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Ned’s Kindness Adventure recently made a stop at Charles E. Riley Elementary School, where fourth graders Molli Ruggio and Logan Mitchelson, right, answered questions during a pop-up quiz component.

Riley Students Take On Kindness Adventure

November 27, 2018 Submitted article

Charles E. Riley Elementary School students continued a call to action after Ned’s Kindness Adventure took them on a character education journey.

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Pet of the Week – Avogadro

November 27, 2018 Contributor

He is 3.5 months old and comes from a litter of 8 little scientist kittens. He is named after the late Amedeo Avogadro, chemist and physicist. Based on Avogadro’s constant we are 6.02 x 1023 mol-1 sure that you will find this kitten to be a GAS! He is a very soft, short haired domestic gray and white tabby.

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SUNY Oswego's music department will highlight three student jazz groups -- the Latin Jazz Ensemble (above), the small group and, joined by renowned saxophonist Dick Oatts, the Jazz Ensemble in a free concert at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6, in Waterman Theatre of Tyler Hall.

Internationally Touring Saxophonist To Join College Jazz Groups For Concert

November 27, 2018 Contributor

Three SUNY Oswego instrumental jazz groups will present their annual fall concert at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6, in Waterman Theatre, joined by a special guest in internationally known jazz saxophonist Dick Oatts.

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OCO Cites ‘Outstanding Employee’

November 27, 2018 Contributor

Margaret Morton, supervised visitation specialist with OCO Crisis and Development Services, was recently recognized as one of OCO’s outstanding employees.

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Suspect Arrested After Overnight Arson Spree at Oswego’s Hamilton Homes

March 28, 2026

OSWEGO – On March 27, 2026, at approximately 7:32 PM, personnel from the Oswego Police Department and Oswego Fire Department were dispatched to 96 Hamilton Street, Hamilton Homes, for a reported dumpster fire. While investigating [...]
One Resident Displaced, One Firefighter Injured in Overnight Fire in Oswego

March 28, 2026

OSWEGO – One occupant was displaced and one Firefighter sustained minor injuries at an overnight structure fire in the City of Oswego. The Oswego Fire Department was dispatched at 1:49am to 96 Hamilton Street – [...]
State Police Arrest Scriba Man On Sex Offense Charges

March 25, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – On March 24, 2026, the New York State Police arrested David A. Dennis, age 43, of Scriba, New York, for attempting to engage in sexual misconduct with a minor. Dennis is charged [...]

State Police Seize Untaxed Cigarettes Following I-81 Traffic Stop

April 3, 2026

OSWGO COUNTY – On March 31, 2026, members of the New York State Police Troop D Violent Gang and Narcotics Enforcement Team (VGNET), Counter Terrorism Intelligence Unit (CTIU), and the United States Border Patrol Smuggling/Targeting [...]
Oswego County Issues Warning as Salmon River Experiences High Flow Conditions

March 31, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – Oswego County officials warn the public that the Salmon River is experiencing high flows due to heavy rains that occurred last night, March 30, which, together with more heavy rains forecast tonight, [...]
Oswego Elks Lodge Donates $3,000 to Support CiTi BOCES Fueling Futures Program

March 31, 2026

OSWEGO – The Oswego Elks Lodge has generously donated $3,000 to the CiTi BOCES Fueling Futures program, helping to ensure students have access to the resources they need to succeed both in and out of [...]