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October 30, 2026

Pet of the Week – Julian

July 24, 2019 Contributor

Julian was found inside the wall of an abandoned house and a good neighbor heard his cries and rescued him. He has gained a clean bill of health and gained a lot of healthy weight since coming to the Oswego County Humane Society.

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Pets of the Week – Breakfast Kittens

July 4, 2019 Contributor

This litter of seven kittens is ready for adoption. They are orange tabby and torbie tabby cats, all short-haired. There are 4 females and 3 males.

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Pet of the Week – McKenna

June 25, 2019 Contributor

McKenna is a 4-year old, female, orange tabby. She is house-trained and good with other cats, children and dogs. McKenna is wearing a stylish collar because she just recently had surgery to remove a mass from her ear.

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Pet of the Week – Ebenezer

June 21, 2019 Contributor

This sweet gentleman is a 15-year old, black, male cat that is house-trained and good with other cats. Ebenezer is looking for his “last home,” a place he can enjoy the remainder of his retirement.

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Porky and Buddy Pet Health – Repel Nesting Birds

June 19, 2019 Contributor

I know this is not your normal Porky and Buddy question, but I thought you might have some ideas and they would be humane.

How do I keep birds from nesting in my porch lights? They make a terrible mess and fly out of the nest as though they want to attack me every time I open the door.

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Pet of the Week – Ginger

June 13, 2019 Contributor

Ginger is a 2-4-year-old orange and white tabby. She is declawed, good with children and dogs, but not other cats. Ginger once had a family of her own, one that cared for her and made sure she was fed and sheltered.

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Pet of the Week – Tucker

June 7, 2019 Contributor

Tucker is a black, male, short-haired cat. He was first found as a neutered outdoor cat but prefers to be indoors.

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Porky and Buddy Pet Health – Watch Out For Poison Ivy

June 4, 2019 Contributor

Can dogs get a poison ivy rash? My house in the country has poison ivy popping up everywhere and I itch most of the summer (and spring and fall), no matter how careful I am.

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Porky and Buddy Pet Health – Legislation – Make Your Voice Count

June 2, 2019 Contributor

I am signed up for all the animal advocacy email alerts I can find, and I am frequently asked to sign an online petition about state or federal legislation involving animals. I always do. But I always wonder whether anyone pays the slightest bit of attention to those petitions.

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Pet of the Week – Fuscilli

May 28, 2019 Contributor

Fuscilli is an 11-year old, male, tuxedo cat that needs a new home. He is very sweet and cuddly and would be a great companion for someone who can give him the proper attention.

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State Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash In Hannibal

October 29, 2026

On October 27, 2026, at approximately 5:18 p.m., New York State Police responded to a fatal motorcycle crash on Brackett Road in the town of Hannibal. The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2007 Kawasaki motorcycle, [...]
Fulton Council’s Oct. 30 Agenda Lists 16 Budget Amendments, Fuel Bids

October 28, 2026

Fulton’s special council meeting Oct. 30 includes 16 proposed 2027 budget amendments and fuel-bid authorization. No public comment periods are listed on the final agenda. […] Share this: Email a link to a friend (Opens [...]

Oswego County Urges Continued Protection Against Ticks and Mosquitoes This Fall

October 29, 2026

Oswego County health officials remind residents and visitors to use protective clothing, repellents and tick checks during fall outdoor activities. […] Share this: Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Like [...]
State Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash In Hannibal

October 29, 2026

On October 27, 2026, at approximately 5:18 p.m., New York State Police responded to a fatal motorcycle crash on Brackett Road in the town of Hannibal. The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2007 Kawasaki motorcycle, [...]
DEC Opens Lower Salmon River Fly Fishing Area in Altmar

October 29, 2026

DEC announced Oct. 28 that the lower Salmon River fly fishing section in Altmar is open following completion of the hatchery’s annual egg take. […] Share this: Email a link to a friend (Opens in [...]