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State Senator Patty Ritchie has announced the passage of a new Canadian law that lifts a cloud of uncertainty over boaters rights on the St. Lawrence River that was hurting 1000 Islands tourism and threated to sour longstanding bonds of friendship between two of the world’s greatest nations. Under this new law, American boaters who do not anchor their boat or step foot on Canadian soil do not have to report to Canadian Customs.

Fairgrieve Honors Outstanding Student Citizens

The outstanding character of several Fairgrieve Elementary students was highlighted during a recent Morning Express program honoring them with the school’s Virtue of the Month award. Twenty-six students were recognized by their teachers because they exhibited citizenship throughout the month of June.

Jaleel Barnwell enjoys lunch with his stuffed animal buddy during Fairgrieve Elementary School’s recent Teddy Bear Picnic, a celebration of reading for first graders.

Fairgrieve’s Teddy Bear Picnic Celebrates 1st Grade Reading

Fairgrieve Elementary School first-graders celebrated the end of the 2016-17 school year with teddy bear hugs and library love. Library Media Specialist Barb Senecal recently hosted the school’s annual Teddy Bear Picnic for first grade students, as a celebration of their reading accomplishments.

Harley Somers shows the Rainforest diorama and brochure she made while researching Brazil for the cultural showcase.

Fairley Third Graders Showcase Research

Students at Fairley Elementary School traveled to Brazil, China, Ireland, Australia and Spain as part of a global history and geography project that transformed classrooms into each country. The unit covered a variety of topics and encouraged the students to explore other cultures through research, art, dance and writing.

Hannibal Students Take Virtual Field Trip To Ohio Farm

Fairley Elementary School kindergartners recently took a virtual field trip to a farm in Zanesville, Ohio. The students interacted with the farm owner to learn about agriculture, animals and farm tools.

Ritchie Reminds Residents They Can Dispose Of Waste Tires At No Cost This Weekend

State Senator Patty Ritchie is reminding Oswego County residents to take advantage of her upcoming “Tire Take Back” events to dispose of unwanted waste tires.

Boom & Bust: America’s Journey on the Erie Canal

The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego is proud to host Dr. Dan Ward as part of its 2017 History Lecture Series on June 24 at 1:30 p.m. Ward is a co-producer of “Boom and Bust: America’s Journey on the Erie Canal,” a documentary that tells the story of industrial expansion and decline along the Erie Canal.

Health Department Announces Clinic Services for Week of June 19

The Oswego County Health Department offers a variety of services to all residents of Oswego County, including preventive health services, certified hospice, and a maternal and child health program.

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Buddy and Porky Pet Health – Protecting Dogs From the Heat

It’s getting into the dog days of summer – we know our readers would never leave their dog(s) in a car because they are aware of the dangers of overheating and death. They know that cracking the windows does not prevent deadly heat buildup inside a car and that even on a relatively mild 70-degree day, the inside of a car will quickly reach 90 degrees. But do you know what to do if you see someone else’s dog alone in a car on a hot day? Two things. Call 911. Then, if the car is near a store or public building find the manager and request an emergency public service announcement about the dog in the car.

Local Companies Support United Way Golf Tournament

Resource Development Director for the United Way of Greater Oswego County Ali McGrath has announced that Exelon Generation Nine Mile Point Nuclear Station and Novelis have joined Burritt Motors and National Grid as major sponsors for the United Way’s 22nd annual Golf Tournament.