At a recent Fulton Sunrise Rotary meeting, Rotarian Thom Lynch asked fellow Rotarian Donna Kestner to speak about Flag Etiquette. She spoke about the history of the American Flag noting there are no laws regarding it other than our right to display one on any property we own.
Stephen Rosow, professor of political science at SUNY Oswego, recently earned the 2018 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Scholarly and Creative Activities, a SUNY-wide honor given for “sustained intellectual vibrancy.”
Daisy has a sad story and we are counting on you to add a happy ending. She was a much loved cat and lived well until her owner fell ill and was hospitalized. A neighbor took care of Daisy when she could. But, due to a so so diet and sedentary life waiting for her owner to come back, she got a little chunky. Even worse, her owner recently died, so now she is homeless
It is said that it takes a village to raise a child and at Fitzhugh Park Elementary School, it takes a team of teachers to raise up students in academic and social achievement. That work was recently reflected in fourth grade teacher Nicholas Little, who received the Empire State Excellence in Teaching Award.
Fulton City School District students painted pictures of perfection for the annual district-wide art show at the Fulton Education Center. Accompanied by friends and family members, students in grades kindergarten through 12 strolled through the building’s first floor where self portraits, beadwork, wood burning, pottery, drawings and a variety of other artwork were displayed.
An annual fitness tradition at Michael A. Maroun Elementary School continued recently with “Parents in PE.” Each spring, Phoenix elementary students invite their parents or adult family members into physical education class.
Lanigan Elementary students recently celebrated their mothers, grandmothers and other positive female role models during the school’s annual Muffins with Mom event.
Older adults planning to downsize their living arrangements or move to an apartment home now have another option if they want to bring their furry friend along – that’s because Bishop’s Commons in Oswego is now a “pet friendly” community. “We have seen an increase in the number of people who want to move and become a part of our Bishop’s Commons community and keep their pets with them,” said Julie Chetney, director of senior services.
Community connections matter. Especially when your family member needs help. Barb Bateman, vice president of NBT Bank of Oswego, knew about the ARISE Ramp Program from her community participation. When her mother became ill, ARISE was able to help her mother get in and out of her home by putting in a ramp.
Through informational pamphlets created by Senator Ritchie – who serves on the Senate’s Task Force on Lyme and Tick-Borne Diseases – students and families throughout Jefferson, Oswego and St. Lawrence counties are being connected with information on how to protect themselves from Lyme disease and EEE.
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