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Tyler Ahart speaks in support of the Social Host law on Monday night.

‘Social Host’ Law Approved By Oswego Council

October 22, 2018 Steve Yablonski

The Common Council voted unanimously Monday night to approve the city’s new “Social Host” law. It makes it unlawful for any person older than the age of 18 who owns, rents, or otherwise controls a private residence, to knowingly allow the consumption of alcohol, alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs by any minor (younger than the age of 21) on such premises or to fail to take reasonable corrective action upon learning of the consumption of alcohol, alcoholic beverages or use of illegal drugs by any minor on such premises.

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Firefighters Battle Kitchen Blaze

October 22, 2018 Site Administrator

Oswego Firefighters made quick work of a kitchen fire on East Seneca Street in Oswego this afternoon (October 22). The fire was confined to the kitchen with smoke and water damage to the first floor and basement. No injuries were reported.

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Prime waterfront property for sale in Oswego.

Pathfinder Bank Purchases Former OCSD Education Center

October 22, 2018 Submitted article

Oswego City School District Superintendent Dr. Dean Goewey is pleased to announce the sale of the district’s former Education Center to Pathfinder Bank. The building, purchased by the district in 1993, was placed back on the market by Dr. Goewey and the district in 2016 so the district could enter an era of restructuring and consolidation.

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The fireworks are always one of Harborfest's biggest attractions. The 2011 edition continued that tradition of excellence.

Performing Artists – Harborfest Is Looking For You

October 21, 2018 Site Administrator

Harborfest 2019 is seeking local and regional performers for appearances at the 32nd edition of the festival. Harborfest’s goal for 2019 is to continue the long-standing tradition of offering quality entertainment that will attract people from all areas of the state and beyond.

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Oswego Man Charged With Crack Cocaine Sales and Possession

October 19, 2018 Site Administrator

On Thursday, October 18, at approximately 10:30 a.m., investigators with the Oswego County Drug Task Force arrested Edward B. Merriam, 54, of 280 Maple St., on an arrest warrant issued out of Oswego County Court.

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Oswego Eyes Water Evaluation Project

October 18, 2018 Steve Yablonski

There are funds available through awarded Community Development Block Grant program activities, the Community Development Director said. The funds could be used to provide a comprehensive evaluation for the water treatment plant. If the money isn’t used, it would have to be returned to the state next spring.

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Diane Cooper-Currier, executive director, Oswego County Opportunities, second from left, and a host of partners take part in the ceremonial groundbreaking Wednesday for Champlain Commons.

‘Groundbreaking’ Held For Champlain Commons

October 17, 2018 Steve Yablonski

Located on the western edge of Scriba, Champlain Commons will include 17 apartments with services and support through the State’s Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative, a five-year plan to develop 6,000 units of housing with services that help vulnerable people live independently in their communities.

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Water Main Break Causing Low Water Pressure in Central Square

October 17, 2018 Steve Yablonski

Onondaga County Water Authority customers in Central Square, Hastings and West Monroe may be experiencing low water pressure today (October 17) due to an issue with OCWA’s transmission main serving the area. National Grid was installing a new gas main to Phinney Drive from Route 49 just west of the village of Central Square. Due to National Grid’s excavation the transmission main was damaged causing the low water pressure.

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Horse in Williamstown Dies of EEE

October 17, 2018 Site Administrator

A horse which died Oct. 5 in the town of Williamstown has tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis, the Oswego County Health Department learned Tuesday (October 16). It is the second horse to die of EEE this year in Oswego County. A horse died in the town of West Monroe in August.

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Melissa Martin explains what her SUNY Oswego students could do to assist local non-profits. Looking on are TAC members Paul Lear of Fort Ontario and Justin White of the Oswego County Historical Society.

College Students’ Class Seeks To Boost Non-Profits

October 16, 2018 Steve Yablonski

Melissa Martin’s 307 Text and Image students at SUNY Oswego are looking for ways to help non-profit organizations get their message to the public. The course deals with the study and practice of conceptual approaches to graphic design, the former OHS art teacher told members of the Tourism Advisory Council on Tuesday.

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