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Oswego Middle School Principal Mary Beth Fierro, third row, center, poses with fellow members of the National Distinguished Principals Class of 2017 last week during a ceremony in Washington, D.C. Fierro, who has led OMS since 2011, was recognized for setting high standards for instruction, student achievement, character, and climate for the students, families and staffs in their learning communities.

Middle School Principal Fierro Honored in Washington, D.C.

October 18, 2017 Submitted article

Oswego Middle School Principal Mary Beth Fierro was honored last week at a ceremony in Washington, D.C., for her selection to the National Distinguished Principals Class of 2017. Presented by the National Association of Elementary School Principals, Fierro was one of 50 elementary and middle school principals from across the nation recognized for setting high standards for instruction, student achievement, character, and climate for the students, families and staffs in their learning communities.

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Troopers Continue To Investigate Early Morning Crash In Lysander

October 18, 2017 Contributor

State Police in Lysander are investigating a three-car crash that occurred this morning (Oct. 18) on State Route 48 (Oswego Road) in the town of Lysander. The investigation revealed a 2009 Chevrolet pickup and a 2011 Hyundai were traveling south on State 48 when a 2014 Chevrolet failed to yield the right of way by attempting to turn left from State 48 onto Short Cut Road and striking the pickup truck. The pickup truck was then struck from behind by the Hyundai which causes the pickup truck to travel off the roadway and come to rest on the property of 9477 Oswego Road fully engulfed in fire.

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Larry Rapshaw poses a question to the legislators.

Residents, Legislators Share Concerns At Town Hall Meeting

October 17, 2017 Steve Yablonski

Around five dozen residents from around the county took part in a town hall meeting Tuesday night with some county legislators. In attendance were Tom Drumm (District 16) and Marie Schadt (District 19) – both Democrats. Roy Reehil (District 5), a Republican, provided some input via email. Questions dealt with a variety of issues.

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City Attorney Kevin Caraccioli seeks council approval to seek legal action against those who haven't repaid their loans to the city.

Port City Eyes Legal Action To Collect Unpaid Loans

October 17, 2017 Steve Yablonski

The Administrative Services Committee put four Oswego business owners on notice of possible lawsuits unless they repay (between $11,000 and $65,000 each) overdue Community Development Office loans. At its meeting Monday night, the committee gave a favorable recommendation to City Attorney Kevin Caraccioli’s request to take legal action against the four. “They owe approximately $160,000, which needs to be accounted for. This is an attempt to collect what is owed the city of Oswego,” he told the committee. “I’m asking for your support to take legal action.”

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More People Discovering The Benefits of Yoga

October 17, 2017 Contributor

With yoga becoming more popular, small cities like Oswego are able to have access to classes and receive its benefits. Yoga has even been labeled as a trend in the United States because of its exponential growth. “I don’t think it’s a trend,” Oswego Bikram Yoga studio owner, Sandy Eby said. “It’s going to get bigger. It’s here to stay.”

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FEMA and NRC To Conduct Public Briefing Oct. 27

October 17, 2017 Contributor

The purpose of this briefing is to inform the public of the agencies’ preliminary findings in their evaluation of the Nine Mile Point Nuclear Station exercise that will be conducted Oct. 24.

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Mayor Billy Barlow shares a proposed partnership between the city and Citi with councilors Monday night.

Port City Partners With CiTi For Demolition Work

October 16, 2017 Steve Yablonski

It’s CiTi helping city, helping CiTi. At Monday night’s Physical Services Committee meeting, Mayor Billy Barlow requested consideration from the Common Council to authorize entering into an agreement with CiTi to undertake the demolition of residential properties located in the city of Oswego and owned by the city or under an Order to Demolish by the city’s Code Enforcement Department.

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State Police Investigating A One-Car Crash In The Village Of Parish

October 16, 2017 Contributor

Investigation revealed a 2003 Chevrolet Impala was traveling west on East Main Street in the village of Parish when he struck a 2002 Volkswagen which had been parked along the north shoulder of East Main Street, in front of 2914 E. Main St. The investigation is continuing.

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Deputies Investigate Fatal Crash on Interstate 81 near Lafayette

October 14, 2017 Contributor

The Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a fatal crash that occurred Friday evening (Oct. 13) on Interstate 81 near the Lafayette exit in the town of Lafayette. The victim, a man in his 30s from Syracuse, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the FedEx tractor trailer, a 43-year-old man from Oswego County, was not injured.

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Women’s Center To Build Awareness Of Domestic Violence With Take Back The Night

October 13, 2017 Contributor

The SUNY Oswego Women’s Center will host the 35th annual Take Back the Night at 6 p.m. Oct. 24, to raise awareness of domestic violence. The Take Back the Night march brings attention to violence, including sexual assault and domestic violence, during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. A rally with guest speakers will precede the march.

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