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Mexico Elementary School students collected some sweet treats even after Halloween. Several students participated in the library media center’s inaugural Candy Buy Back program where students received one free book for every piece of candy they brought in. For every 25 pieces, they could select a brand new book. Librarian Dianne Barnes said the program was an unexpected success with five copy paper boxes full of 118.8 pounds of candy.

SUNY Potsdam Awards Scholarships to Area Undergraduate and Graduate Students

The State University of New York at Potsdam has awarded scholarships, grants and awards to 1,071 students for the 2017-18 academic year. These accomplished SUNY Potsdam undergraduate and graduate students were recognized for their achievements with support for their educational experience.

Fulton Airman Graduates Training

U.S. Air Force Airman James J. Ward graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. He is a 2017 graduate of G. Ray Bodley High School, Fulto

Oswego County Holiday Farmers’ Market Set December 2

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County is pleased to announce that the 2017 Annual Oswego County Holiday Farmers’ Market will be held on December 2 as part of the “Christmas in Mexico” festivities.

College Credit Opportunities Abound At Mexico High School

Mexico Academy and Central School District students could be nearly halfway to obtaining a bachelor’s degree by the time they graduate if they enroll in an abundance of college offerings at Mexico High School. High School Principal Ryan Lanigan said it is important to plant those foundational seeds as soon as students arrive as freshmen so they and their families can begin to plan ahead for their post-secondary education.

South African Pianist To Perform Nov. 11 LaVeck Concert In Pulaski

An acclaimed pianist from South Africa will perform the next LaVeck Concert in Pulaski at 7:30 p.m., November 11. Tinus Botha of North-West University School of Music and Conservatory in Potchefstroom, South Africa, will perform a solo piano recital of pieces by Classical masters Schubert, Schumann, Mendelssohn and Chopin, as well as Alexander Scriabin’s Nocturne for the Left Hand Alone.

Bishop’s Commons Invites You To A Holiday Open House

A holiday open house at Bishop’s Commons Enriched Living Residence in Oswego takes place Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Saturday, November 25 and Sunday November 26. The event is free and open to the public.

Oswego County Proclaims 4-H Month

Oswego County Legislature’s Economic Development and Planning Committee presented a proclamation designating the month of October as 4-H Month in Oswego County. With the support of the Oswego County Legislature, Cornell Cooperative Extension serves the needs of rural and urban youth by teaching worthwhile life skills through a variety of 4-H/Youth Development programs.

Fulton First Graders Save Lives, Organize Blood Drive

The first grade of Fulton City School District organizes a blood drive at each elementary school building annually as part of their science study of the human body and circulatory system.

Student performers in Mexico High School’s recent “The Bold, The Young and the Murdered” show celebrate their success alongside playwright Don Zolidis, back center, and play director and Mexico High School teaching assistant Cassie Story, right.

Mexico Students Deliver Stellar Performance

Mexico High School students delivered a rousing performance of “The Bold, The Young and The Murdered” on Nov. 3 and Nov. 4. Playwright Don Zolidis was even in attendance and laughed alongside several attendees in the packed auditorium.