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Governor Cuomo Announces $57.7 Million For 136 Rural Public Transportation Projects

June 26, 2018 Site Administrator

The initiative will support rural public transportation operations; help local communities procure new clean-fuel, ADA accessible buses and related equipment; enhance coordination between local transportation agencies through mobility management and employment services; and construct new transit-related infrastructure, including facilities, passenger shelters and technology enhancements.

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Harborfest Updates Venues for 2018

June 26, 2018 Site Administrator

“It has come to my attention that there have been some rumors floating around about there being only one venue at Harborfest. That is, of course, not true,” Amber Canbek, PR/Media Marketing Coordinator, said. ” There are three venues this year, instead of the five we’ve had in previous years.” Bands that were in River Walk have been rescheduled at different parks with different times.

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Oswego County Agencies Will Receive $2 Million to Develop Anti-Poverty Programs

June 25, 2018 Contributor

Oswego County Legislature Chairman Shane Broadwell announced that several local organizations will receive millions of dollars in assistance to help overcome poverty over the next five years through Upstate Revitalization Initiative grants.

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Oswego High School Class of 2018 Told: ‘Dream Small’

June 23, 2018 Steve Yablonski

“To dream small requires us to suppress the need to always look ahead. It feels very counterintuitive, especially at this stage in our lives. But, dreaming small is to consciously decide to value immediate moments as they occur, so you can glean the most from them,” explained salutatorian Danielle DelConte said. “However, allowing yourself to be consumed by the pursuit of a big dream often means missing out on life as it is meant to be experienced.”

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Mayor Barlow Announces $75,000 To Paint Oswego Lighthouse; Unveils Marker

June 21, 2018 Steve Yablonski

Standing on the south deck of the Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse, Mayor Billy Barlow announced today (June 21) $75,000 in funding from the city of Oswego’s New York State LWRP grant award in 2016 to fund an exterior paint job for the landmark in the Oswego Harbor. He also helped unveil an historic marker at the lighthouse

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Domestic Dispute Leads To Multiple Charges

June 21, 2018 Site Administrator

On 6/20/18 at 8:49 a.m., Anthony L. Feliciano, 23, of 38 Birch Lane, Bldg. 41C, Oswego, was arrested for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, 5th degree, a class A misdemeanor, following the investigation into a domestic dispute that occurred in the town of Scriba.

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Community Members Can Share Thoughts On Local Healthcare In Online Survey

June 21, 2018 Contributor

Oswego Health asks community members to take part in an online survey to better learn needs, behaviors and opportunities to enhance local healthcare services.

The brief online survey is part of a comprehensive community health assessment process undertaken by Oswego Health, which is committed to improving the health status of community residents.

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Successful Resolution to Man On Roof Incident

June 20, 2018 Steve Yablonski

On June 18, at approximately 3:44 p.m., the Oswego City Police Department and the Oswego Fire Department responded to 140 W. Seneca St. in regard to a man who was on the roof of the residence and threatening to jump off. At approximately 3:25 a.m. today (June 19), the man was successfully taken into custody by police.

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Additional $75,000 Earmarked For Oswego Lighthouse Restoration Project

June 20, 2018 Steve Yablonski

On Thursday, the H. Lee White Maritime Museum and Oswego Mayor Billy Barlow will host an historic plaque dedication ceremony at the Oswego Lighthouse to recognize the historic Oswego landmark. In addition, Mayor Barlow will officially announce $75,000 in funding from the city of Oswego to paint the exterior of the lighthouse.

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Mayor Barlow Announces $225,000 for Harbor Trail Improvement Project

June 20, 2018 Site Administrator

Mayor Billy Barlow announced a $225,000 project enhancing the Oswego Harbor Trail along Breitbeck Park and the Oswego lake front in the city of Oswego. The Oswego Harbor Trail project will transform the recreational trail, clearing brush, weeds and overgrown vegetation in an effort to beautify the area and increase usage along the trail and Breitbeck Park.

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