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Fulton Dems Going with Merlino in Fifth Ward
With a primary coming next month in Fulton’s Fifth Ward, the Fulton Democratic Committee has unanimously endorsed Dennis Merlino for Common Council.
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7th Annual Hunter Arms Homecoming: August 18, 19
Join us for the 7th Annual Hunter Arms/L.C.Smith Homecoming Weekend, August 18th and 19th, 2017 hosted by the Friends of History in Fulton, N.Y., Inc. This two-day event will include special displays (August 19th) at the Pratt House Museum, a shoot, and a dinner during which trophies will be awarded. The museum houses a collection of HUNTER ARMS / L.C. SMITH shotgun/memorabilia on the second floor. During this special weekend, the first floor of the house will be transformed into a museum of “Elsies” shotguns, individually crafted by the artisans who were employed by the Hunter Arms Company.
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The Fulton Block Builders Can Be Seen Gathering All Over The City
Dennis Merlino and Steven Cappelltti are block leaders in the Cayuga Street area and worked with members of the Fulton Church of the Nazarene to put together a great day at Quirk Park. There was a bounce house, face painting, music, food, wood working projects for kids and even a real fire truck and police car for families to explore. “It’s just wonderful to see our community coming together and enjoying a beautiful summer day together,” said Dennis Merlino. This was one of many neighborhood gatherings as part of the Fulton Block Builders.
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CNY Arts Center Puts a Face to Fulton’s Future
The big, shining faces of dozens of Fulton youngsters can be seen plastered on the walls of City Hall, “Fulton’s Future” labeled proudly on a sign held by each. The Fulton’s Future Mural is part of the larger campaign “Fulton’s Future Project” with the mission to build Fulton’s future through the arts, said CNY Arts Center Director Nancy Fox. The mural was a spin-off of the “Inside Out Project” a global campaign helping people turn their message into art. “Our message is that we believe that Fulton’s future is found in our children and it’s very bright and we should never forget that,” Fox said.
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Fulton Officials Detail Grant Funding for Former Nestle Site
The announcement of a $250,000 grant secured for the former Nestle site in Fulton has city officials “thrilled” for the ongoing development of the site. Federal funding from the Northern Border Regional Commission’s Economic and Infrastructure Development Investment Program will benefit needed infrastructure work for further development of the 24-acre site located at 555 S. Fourth St. “This was a very competitive type grant from a federal funding source. We had found that we were up against some other projects locally so we’re very thrilled to receive this,” said Joe Fiumara, executive director of the Fulton Community Development Agency.
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Katko Announces $250,000 Economic and Infrastructure Development Grant For Site Of Former Nestle Facility
U.S. Rep. John Katko today (Aug. 4) announced that the city of Fulton has been awarded a $250,000 grant from the Northern Border Regional Commission’s Economic and Infrastructure Development Investment Program. According to the city of Fulton’s grant application, this grant will allow the city of Fulton to properly size and place more than 3,800 linear feet of water and sewer mains and update storm sewer lines at the former site of the Fulton Nestle facility.
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Oswego County’s First Social Adult Day Care To Open In Fulton
Adults age 65 or older will find a new social setting available in Fulton through Oswego County’s first social adult day care program, The Cornerstone Club as part of St. Luke’s Family of Caring. Located at 808 W. Broadway Suite A, The Cornerstone Club anticipates opening on August 14 pending completed final phases of construction. The Cornerstone Club will offer socialization opportunities, supervision, daily activities, and health and nutrition monitoring to any senior over the age of 65-years-old suffering from a physical or cognitive impairment on a case-by-case basis.
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Fulton Officials Seek Bids for Demolition at Former Nestle Site
The 24-acre former Nestle site in Fulton will see continued demolition as city officials have unanimously approved a resolution to advertise for bids on the project. All sealed bids submitted to the city clerk/chamberlain on or before August 18 up to 2 p.m. will be a lump sum amount for the demolition of the remaining buildings on the site including buildings #2, #4A, #58, #60, #63, and #70 and will include evidence of the contractor’s qualifications to complete the work. Bid documents specify the successful bidder must be ready and able to begin work by August 31 with a 60 day completion timeline for demolition of buildings #2 and #4a that line State Route 481 and completed demolition of the remaining buildings by December 31.
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State Police Seek Public Assistance With Identifying Suspect
State Police in Fulton are investigating two larceny incidents committed by a white man, approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, with a thin build. The suspect was seen operating a silver Nissan pickup truck. State Police in Fulton are asking for assistance in identifying the pictured male and vehicle.
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Cayuga Community College Announces New Head Of Fulton Campus
Cayuga Community College announces the addition of a new associate vice president and dean of the Fulton Campus, Keiko Kimura, Ed.D. Dr. Kimura will oversee the branch campus in Fulton, as well as college-wide responsibility for the Offices of Assessment, Institutional Research, Library, and Center for Academic Success.