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October 23, 2026

Lake Ontario Flood Risk Diminishes; Very High Outflows To Continue

March 1, 2021 Contributor

The risk of flooding on Lake Ontario and the upper St. Lawrence River has declined from moderate in December 2020 to low, according to the International Joint Commission.

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SUNY Oswego Researchers Studying How To Better Detect COVID Mutations

February 25, 2021 Contributor

A SUNY grant supports Oswego faculty and students studying how to more accurately detect COVID-19 and mutating strains of the virus. Moreover, they will use what they learn to inform and train researchers across SUNY and elsewhere.

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Mayor Barlow Proposes $100 Reduction To City Of Oswego Annual Sewer Rates

February 24, 2021 Contributor

Oswego Mayor Billy Barlow announced earlier this year in his State of the City Address he would be proposing another annual reduction in the city sewer bill for property owners in the City of Oswego.

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OMS Students Successfully Return In-Person Via Hybrid Model

February 24, 2021 Contributor

Oswego Middle School successfully reopened its doors for in-person learning on Monday, February 22.

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Oswego Common Council Targets Code Enforcement Non-Compliant Landlords

February 24, 2021 Shea O'Malley

Code enforcement compliance for rental housing was a top issue discussed during the Oswego Common Council meeting, Monday, February 22.

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SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras Visits SUNY Oswego To Announce Return Of Division III Athletics

February 23, 2021 Shea O'Malley

State University of New York Chancellor Jim Malatras joined SUNY Oswego President Deborah F. Stanley today to announce the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) will resume spring sports on March 20.

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Oswego Deputy Fire Chief Norfleet Retires

February 22, 2021 Contributor

Oswego Deputy Fire Chief Justin Norfleet recently announced his retirement after over 22 years of service to the city.

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Mayor Barlow Announces Second Round Of “Buy One Get One” Shop Local Promotion Program

February 18, 2021 Contributor

Mayor Billy Barlow announced today the City of Oswego is hosting a second round of the “Buy One Get One” program to incentivize residents to shop locally and support small businesses in Oswego.

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Oswego Industries Hosting Curb-Side Dinner At American Foundry In Oswego

February 18, 2021 Contributor

Oswego Industries Inc., a Fulton-based nonprofit agency that supports children and adults with developmental disabilities, is teaming up with local venue the American Foundry to provide a curb-side ham and scalloped potatoes dinner.

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Food items included in the December Food Sense package. January orders are due by January 9 and may be picked up on January 22.

March Food Sense Orders Now Being Accepted

February 17, 2021 Contributor

Any residents of the Oswego area who would like to stretch their food dollars may order March Food Sense packages until noon on Thursday, March 12.

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Fulton Has A New Commissioner of Public Works

October 21, 2026

FULTON – Fulton has a new DPW Commissioner. Citizens upset with the employment contract details. Council Presedent added a Budget Workshop Next Tuesday October 27th 7pm. The bench in front of City hall was put [...]

DEC Uses Drones During Salmon River Fishing Enforcement Patrol

October 20, 2026

DEC reported using drones during an October 3 Salmon River patrol that resulted in after-hours fishing tickets for six anglers and additional license and treble-hook violations. […] Share this: Email a link to a friend [...]
AAA: Syracuse Gas Prices Average $4.33 in Oct. 19 Report

October 19, 2026

AAA Western and Central New York reported a Syracuse gasoline average of $4.33 per gallon on Oct. 19, down 3 cents for the week. New York’s average was $4.42. […] Share this: Email a link [...]
Small Fire Extinguished at Bristol Hill Landfill; Normal Operations Continue

October 16, 2026

A small fire at Bristol Hill Landfill was extinguished Oct. 16. Oswego County says the landfill and transfer station will continue normal operations while the cause is investigated. […] Share this: Email a link to [...]