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OCSD, Partner Agencies Respond to Safety Concern

September 4, 2019 Contributor

Early this morning, after freshmen were at the Oswego High School, a call was made to 911 regarding a gun at that location. Upon notification, the school immediately went into lockdown.OHS was released from lockdown at 11:20 a.m. upon an all-clear notification with no findings. The investigation is continuing.

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Having a Plan Helps Save Lives During Emergencies and Disasters

September 3, 2019 Contributor

“Prepared Not Scared” is an appropriate theme for National Preparedness Month, Dale A. Currier, director of the Oswego County Emergency Management Office, said. “Having a plan to respond to any emergency or disaster gives people something to focus on,” he said. “Following the plan may save your life or someone else’s.”

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Pulaski Man Dies After Roll-Over Crash

September 2, 2019 Steve Yablonski

On September 2, at 3:57 p.m., Brian E. Parker, 63, from Pulaski, succumbed to his injuries at Upstate University Hospital. The investigation is continuing.

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Hannibal Woman Charged With Nine Counts of Animal Abuse

September 2, 2019 Steve Yablonski

On August 31, Lynn M. Hemingway (DOB 10/16/1958) was arrested by the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office following an animal abuse investigation that began on July 6. Hemingway has been charged with nine counts of overdriving, torturing and injuring animals; failure to provide proper sustenance

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Redfield Crash Victim Identified

August 31, 2019 Steve Yablonski

On Friday, August 30, at 1:01 p.m., members of the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to County Route 17 in Redfield for a two-car motor vehicle accident. Lawrence Herse, 32, of Redfield, was pronounced dead at the scen

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County: Aerial Spraying Helped But EEE Still Active in Oswego County

August 29, 2019 Contributor

Initial surveillance shows that aerial spraying of Toad Harbor Swamp on Aug. 20 was effective in reducing the number of mosquitoes, but people everywhere should continue to be vigilant about protecting themselves from mosquito bites, Oswego County Public Health Director Jiancheng Huang said.

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Mayor Barlow Announces New Downtown Concert Series at Water Street Square

August 29, 2019 Contributor

Mayor Billy Barlow announced today, August 29, the city will host a new concert series at the recently opened Water Street Square pocket park in downtown. Water Street Square, a public space on Water Street, includes a stage, benches, tables and other features. The city will waive the Open Container Ordinance/

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State Police Investigate Member Involved Shooting in Hastings

August 27, 2019 Steve Yablonski

UPDATED At approximately 8:30 a.m. today August 27, State Police in Hastings were dispatched by Oswego County 911 to the area of 3532 State Route 49 in the town of Hastings for a stolen vehicle complaint. Troopers located the suspect at which point the suspect pointed, what appeared to be, a handgun at Troopers. A Trooper discharged his duty weapon striking the suspect multiple times.

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Oswego Speedway’s 63rd International Classic Week Wraps 2019 Season Friday through Sunday

August 27, 2019 Contributor

Oswego Speedway’s 2019 season will come to a close this Labor Day Weekend with the 63rd Budweiser International Classic Weekend featuring Novelis Supermodifieds, Pathfinder Bank SBS, 350 Supermodifieds, ISMA Supermodifieds, and more.

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Oswego Council Approves ‘Boring’ Budget

August 26, 2019 Steve Yablonski

At its meeting Monday night, the Common Council unanimously passed “a rather boring budget.” The council voted 6-0-1 (Councilor Ron Tesoriero was excused) to approve Mayor Billy Barlow’s 2020 proposed budget. The spending plan for 2020 holds the line on taxes, calling for no increases to any taxes or fees, the mayor said Monday night.

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