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June 26, 2026

Mayor Barlow Appoints Nathan Emmons as Director of Economic Development

February 25, 2020 Contributor

Mayor Billy Barlow has appointed Nathan Emmons as the new Director of Economic Development for the city of Oswego, tasked with securing grant funding and administering the over $40 million of grant funding secured since Mayor Barlow took office in 2016.

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Oswego Common Council Approves Harborfest Locations

February 25, 2020 Contributor

During a brief meeting last night, Feb. 24, Common Council members approved the use of public space to host Harborfest 2020 along with other items on the agenda.

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Harborfest Poster Winner Announced

February 24, 2020 Steve Yablonski

The Common Council breezed through its agenda Monday night and approved use of city properties for Oswego Harbor Festivals. This year the winning poster promoting the fest has an international flavor.

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County Invites Input on Proposed Oswego River Launch Site

February 24, 2020 Contributor

The Oswego County Department of Community Development, Tourism, and Planning will host a public meeting from 6 to 9 p.m. March 5, to discuss a proposed small craft boat launch, trail and access to the Oswego River Canal.

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Teen Charged In Connection With Armed Robberies

February 23, 2020 Steve Yablonski

On 02/22/20, at approximately 8:07 p.m., members of the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office and New York State police responded to the Dollar Tree in the village of Central Square for a reported armed robbery in progress.

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Oswego County Health Department Reports Two Rabid Raccoons

February 21, 2020 Contributor

A man is being treated for post-rabies exposure after being attacked by a raccoon in the town of Oswego. In a separate incident, a raccoon in the town of Granby tested positive for the rabies virus.

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Man and woman stand in front of comic books

The Comic Shop Rescued From Certain Closure, To Continue Under New Ownership

February 20, 2020 Contributor

Evan Coy buys The Comic Shop from Arlene Spitzman and saves it.

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$7.6 Million Renovations Underway for Medical Surgical Unit at Oswego Health

February 20, 2020 Contributor

Oswego Health is taking care to the next level as they begin significant renovations to its medical surgical unit at Oswego Hospital. This $7.6 million investment will completely renovate the third and fourth floors and will truly modernize inpatient care provided in Oswego Count

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County Stenographer Arrested For Extensive Overbilling Scheme

February 19, 2020 Contributor

New York State Inspector General Letizia Tagliafierro announced the arrest and arraignment of an Oswego County court stenographer who routinely added zeros to billing invoices to insurance carrier clients over the course of several years, resulting in her alleged theft of more than $187,000.

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Mayor Barlow Establishes Oswego Waterfront Commission

February 13, 2020 Contributor

Mayor Billy Barlow announced today, Feb. 13, he has established the Oswego Waterfront Commission tasked with prioritizing Oswego’s upcoming waterfront plans, reviewing all proposed projects, seek public input and provide recommendations on future waterfront projects and developments.

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Structure Fire at 2 Kennedy Avenue

June 22, 2026

OSWEGO – The Oswego Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 2 Kennedy Avenue on June 22, 2026 at approximately 3:45am. Upon arrival, Oswego Firefighters encountered smoke on the first floor and quickly [...]

Contractor Fraud in Oswego County

June 24, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – On Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026, Paul Conklin, 67, of Marcellus, NY, was arrested and charged with Grand Larceny in the third degree and Misappropriation of Funds of Trust. Conklin has been the [...]
Golden Sun Bus Service Cites Urgent Need For Drivers, Trainees

June 23, 2026

FULTON, NY – Labor shortages are plaguing the transportation industry nationwide, which is disrupting one of our economy’s most critical support systems. As part of this shortfall, Golden Sun Bus Service (GSBS), urgently needs to [...]
Fulton Savings Bank’s Eckel Recognized As 40 Under 40 Community Bank Leader

June 23, 2026

Meghan Eckel, Fulton Savings Bank Vice President, Lending Compliance and Community Reinvestment Act Officer FULTON, NY – Meghan Eckel, Vice President of Lending Compliance and Community Reinvestment Act Officer for Fulton Savings Bank, (FSB), has [...]