As Daylight Savings Time comes to an end on November 5, the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York urges all citizens to check their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to ensure their homes are properly prepared for an emergency. Alarms equipped with either removeable or sealed-in batteries both need to be tested.
An effort is under way to collect 999 pairs of boots, sneakers and shoes throughout Oswego County from Nov 5 through Dec 3. The footwear will be repaired and reconditioned before being delivered to the Rescue Mission in Syracuse. The shoes will be distributed to various charities throughout New York State to those in need.
In a coordinated effort with the city of Fulton Parks and Recreation Department and the city of Fulton’s Department of Public Works Department, Larry Macner, Sixth Ward Councilor, recently assisted in removing brush and overgrown vegetation along the Pathfinder/Towpath Trail along the Oswego Canal.
The Oswego YMCA School Age Child Care students and staff are currently working on creating as many handmade holiday cards as possible to be sent to military bases both at home and abroad. According to Kyle Boeckmann, Oswego YMCA SACC director, this opportunity was spearheaded by Elizabeth Abbott, the SACC lead teacher at the Mexico Elementary School, as well as her nearly 40 staff and students.
Oswego County Opportunities’ Cancer Services Program Partnership wrapped up its Breast Cancer Awareness month activities by creating its 8th annual Human Pink Ribbon in Oswego County. More than 200 people, dressed in pink, gathered at Bullhead Point in Fulton to form a human pink ribbon in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Staff members from Morningstar Residential Care Center joined the fun and participated in the residents’ annual Halloween Parade. Residents and staff donned their Halloween costumes and paraded throughout the facility before gathering for a snack of apple cider and donuts.
Healing local wounded warriors begins one thank-you at a time. That message is what Fairgrieve Elementary students recently learned from Donna Kestner, director of the Oswego County Veterans’ Services.
The public is welcome to attend the morning worship service that will include songs and the story of her journey from Sherry Anne, who was born with a bilateral hearing and speech impairment, yet sings with an elegant voice that perfectly blends a passion for Southern Gospel-style, Country, and Blues music with her deep faith.
The Fulton Women’s Club will host its annual craft show and bake sale on Saturday, November 18.
‘Tis the season to gather with friends and family as we celebrate the holidays, and it is the perfect time to remember our feathered and furred friends outside in the cold. On December 3, at 2 p.m., the Amboy 4-H Environmental Education Center will hold its annual Wreaths for Wildlife event.
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