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VOW Foundation, US Attorney’s Office to Screen Opiate Drugs Documentary in Pulaski

November 12, 2017 Contributor

In response to the growing epidemic of prescription drug and heroin abuse, the VOW Foundation and the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of New York are partnering with the Central Region Addiction Resource Center, the Oswego County Prevention Coalition, Healthway and the Kallet Theater & Conference Center in jointly sponsoring a community event November 28 at the Kallet Theater.

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A veteran is hugged by his grandchildren.

Leighton Students Honor Area Veterans

November 11, 2017 Steve Yablonski

The entire Leighton Elementary School student body turned out Thursday to honor several local veterans – many of whom were their fathers, grandfathers and great-grandfathers. Members of the school’s student council escorted the very special guests to their seats. The students and family members then applauded the veterans.

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Two Killed In Town of Mexico Crash

November 10, 2017 Contributor

A crash this evening (Nov. 10) involving a gasoline tanker and a pickup truck has claimed the lives of two people. The accident happened on State Route 3 near Munger Hill Road in the Town of Mexico just before 6 p.m. Two passengers in the pickup were killed, deputies said.

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University Police Charge Two With Criminal Mischief

November 10, 2017 Contributor

SUNY Oswego University Police charged two students with third-degree criminal mischief, a Class E felony. Police arrested Andre La Fleur, 22, of Putnam Valley, and Nicholas J. LaRocca, 20, of Washingtonville, on Thursday, Nov. 9. They are accused of destroying a wooden bench near Seneca Hall.

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WSYR Meteorologist Kate Thornton interviews varsity volleyball players Laurin Furlong and Adeline Benjamin during Thursday morning’s live broadcast of “Cool Schools” from Oswego High School. The show also featured the OHS Oswego County Academic Youth League team and the Marching Buccaneers band. “From academics to athletics to extracurricular activities, Oswego High School is a place where great things are happening each and every day,” said Superintendent Dr. Dean Goewey.

‘Cool Schools Live’ Showcases Oswego High School

November 9, 2017 Submitted article

Buccaneer excellence was on display and broadcast throughout Central New York today (Nov 9) as WSYR NewsChannel 9’s “Cool Schools Live” featured Oswego High School. Meteorologist Kate Thornton was on campus starting at 4:45 a.m. for a live weather update before heading inside to meet with some of OHS’ best and brightest for live segments during the NewsChannel 9 morning news.

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Students sit captivated during the presentation, listening to the personal human stories of those affected.

Thirst Project Seeks To Make A Difference In Water Crisis

November 9, 2017 Intern

On Nov. 1, the Oswego State campus was visited by two members of the Thirst Project. The presenters, Kangi Downing and Brandon Howa, travel across the country to different middle schools, high schools and Universities to speak. The Thirst Project is an organization of volunteers that is devoted to raising funds to build fresh-water wells in developing countries. It also works to raise awareness of the water crisis and the dramatic adverse effects it has on human life.

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Pair Facing Animal Cruelty Charges Following Puppy Death

November 8, 2017 Contributor

State Police reported today (Nov. 8) that they have charged Shane S. Goncalves, 31, Pennellville, NY, and Alicia M. Stevens, 27, Phoenix, NY, with Overdriving, Torturing and Injuring Animals; Failure to Provide Proper Sustenance under NYS Agriculture and Markets Law, a class “A” misdemeanor.

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Five New Oswego Councilors Elected

November 7, 2017 Steve Yablonski

Voters elected newcomers: Sue McBrearty (D) in the First Ward, Linda DeMassi (R) in the Second Ward, Kevin Hill (R) in the Third Ward, Robert Wilmott (R) in the Fourth Ward, and Ron Tesoriero (R) in the Sixth Ward. Two incumbents: John Gosek Jr. (R) in the Fifth Ward and Robert Corradino (R) in the Seventh Ward were re-elected.

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A woman walks her dog in the receding flood waters at the marina parking look below Breitbeck Park in June.

Oswego To Seek Funds For Flood Relief, Historic Preservation

November 6, 2017 Steve Yablonski

At Monday’s Administrative Services Committee meeting, Justin Rudgick, Community Development Director, requested a public hearing regarding the NYS Lake Ontario Flood Relief Program. He also requested a public hearing regarding Preserving Landmarks of Oswego West (Round 5 Restore NY Communities Initiative). The proposed project includes two properties in the Fifth Ward, the mayor said – the Railroad Freight House at 20-24 W. Utica St., and 1830 Bridie Square (Bridie Manor).

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Troopers Investigating Fatal Crash in Constantia

November 6, 2017 Contributor

State Police in Hastings are investigating a one car fatal crash that occurred around 1 p.m. today (Nov. 6) on Salt Road in the town of Constantia. The preliminary investigation has revealed a 2004 Ford Ranger pickup operated by Terence J. Fries, 52, from Bernhardt Bay, was headed south on Salt Road when it left the roadway for an unknown reason.

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