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County ADA Arrested on DWI Charges After Crash in Sandy Creek

May 11, 2018 Steve Yablonski

UPDATE: ADA Christopher resigned his position at the Oswego County DA’s Office.
On Thursday (May 10), at approximately 5:58 p.m., State Police in Pulaski responded to Elms Road in the town of Sandy Creek for a property damage auto accident. As a result of the investigation, Thomas Christopher, 58,, from Chipman Lane in Sandy Creek, was arrested for DWI (BAC .17%) and Leaving the Scene of a property damage accident.

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State Senator Patty Ritchie and Oswego City Firefighter Sean O’Gorman.

Guardian Angel Oswego Firefighter Honored By New York State

May 10, 2018 Steve Yablonski

At the Oswego City Fire Department’s eastside station today (May 10), State Senator Patty Ritchie presented Oswego City Firefighter Sean O’Gorman, whom she described as a ‘Gurdian Angel,’ with the Senate Liberty Award for his efforts to rescue two teenage girls from a rip current in the Atlantic Ocean. The New York State Senate Liberty Award is one of the highest civilian honors that a New Yorker can receive.

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Another batch of protection ready to be administered.

Oswego County Health Department Warns Residents of Potentially Rabid Fox

May 10, 2018 Contributor

The Oswego County Health Department today (May 10) is warning residents that three adults were attacked by a gray fox in the vicinity of Snyder Road and County Route 15 in the town of Sandy Creek. One attack occurred Tuesday, May 8, and the others occurred Wednesday evening, May 9. Anyone in the area who sees a gray fox behaving aggressively is advised to call the New York State DEC regional dispatch office at 1-877-457-5680.

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Judge Karen Brandt Announces State Supreme Court Run

May 9, 2018 Contributor

Judge Karen Brandt (R-Oswego County) today (May 9) formally launched her bid for Supreme Court Justice in the Fifth Judicial District. Brandt, a lifelong resident of Oswego County who was first elected to the bench as Town Justice in 2011 and is still currently serving, has unmatched experience protecting our personal rights while presiding over criminal offenses, vehicle and traffic matters, small claims, evictions and civil matters.

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Statewide Enforcement Campaign To Curtail Underage Drinking Makes Arrests In Oswego

May 9, 2018 Steve Yablonski

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today (May 9) announced the results of coordinated efforts by the State Liquor Authority, the Department of Motor Vehicles and local law enforcement agencies to crack down on underage drinking throughout the state during the month of April. Several arrests were made in the Port City.

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State DOT Announces Paving Project On Route 104 In Oswego

May 9, 2018 Contributor

tate Department of Transportation Acting Commissioner Paul Karas today (May 9) announced that construction is beginning on a $2.4 million project to repair and resurface 2.5 miles of Route 104 in the city of Oswego. The work, expected to be completed this fall, ensures continued access to SUNY Oswego, downtown Oswego and the Port of Oswego. The investment complements “Central NY Rising,” the region’s comprehensive strategy to revitalize communities and grow the economy.

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Leotta Park along East First Street in Oswego. The Peace Garden can be seen at left.

Rotary Club Aims To Enhance Leotta Park

May 8, 2018 Steve Yablonski

The small park at the entrance to the city at East First and Utica street will be getting some sprucing up, thanks to the Oswego Sunrise Rotary Club. The Physical Services Committee gave a favorable recommendation to a request from the club for use of public space at Leotta Park in order to construct a pavilion and place four picnic tables. They will also do landscaping in the area.

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“We are in a state of progress, resurgence and revival,” the mayor said.

Mayor Barlow Announces $525,000 Downtown Improvement Fund for Downtown Businesses

May 8, 2018 Contributor

Mayor Billy Barlow announced today (May 8) the launch of the Oswego Downtown Improvement Fund, one of 12 projects from Governor Andrew Cuomo’s $10 Million Downtown Revitalization Initiative the city of Oswego captured in July of 2016.

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Port City To Re-Do Dock Replacement Resolution

May 7, 2018 Steve Yablonski

At its meeting Monday night, the Administrative Services Committee revisited a resolution regarding replacement of damaged docks at the International Marina. The company supplying the docks has proposed payment terms that obligate the city to pay 50 percent of the total at the time the proposal is signed. The current resolution doesn’t provide for that requirement. The company has agreed to accept the balance owed as long as it is paid within 10 days after delivery of the docks. An updated resolution will be sent to the full council for consideration.

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Assemblyman Bob Oaks Won’t Seek Re-Election

May 7, 2018 Contributor

I am announcing that I will not be seeking re-election to the New York State Assembly this fall for the 130th district covering all of Wayne County and portions of Cayuga and Oswego counties. Is has been an incredible experience and amazing opportunity over the past 26 years to represent the people of Wayne County in the New York State Assembly.

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