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The Oswego County Health Department reported today (August 16) that Eastern equine encephalitis virus was found in three samples of bird-biting mosquitoes collected last week in Oswego County. EEE was detected for the second time this year near Toad Harbor Swamp in Constantia, where two mosquito samples tested positive, and for the first time this year in the Toad Harbor Swamp in West Monroe. Due to these findings, the Oswego County Health Department is taking the necessary steps to conduct aerial spraying of 10,000 acres in and around the Toad Harbor Swamp.

More EEE Found in Oswego County; Health Department Plans Aerial Spraying

August 16, 2017 Contributor

The Oswego County Health Department reported today (August 16) that Eastern equine encephalitis virus was found in three samples of bird-biting mosquitoes collected last week in Oswego County. EEE was detected for the second time this year near Toad Harbor Swamp in Constantia, where two mosquito samples tested positive, and for the first time this year in the Toad Harbor Swamp in West Monroe. Due to these findings, the Oswego County Health Department is taking the necessary steps to conduct aerial spraying of 10,000 acres in and around the Toad Harbor Swamp.

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Mayor Barlow Announces Route 48 Slope Stabilization Project to Begin

August 15, 2017 Contributor

Mayor William J. Barlow Jr. has announced that the city of Oswego Route 48 Slope Stabilization and Roadway Reconstruction Project is set to begin on Monday, August 21. Route 48 will be closed to all through traffic from Munn Street to Murray Street beginning on August 21. It will remain closed until December 2017, when the project is expected to be completed.

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NAPA Auto Parts Super DIRT Week Schedule Announced

August 15, 2017 Contributor

In less than two months, the grounds of Oswego Speedway will be invaded by with racecars, drivers, crew members, and DIRTcar Racing fans attending the 46th annual NAPA Auto Parts Super DIRT Week at Oswego Speedway from October 1-8. Racing’s Biggest Party attracts thousands of fans and competitors from all over the country, all of whom contribute multi-millions of dollars to the local economy.

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Mayor Barlow’s Budget Message 08/14/2017

August 14, 2017 Contributor

The proposed Fiscal Year 2018 Budget for the City of Oswego, New York, is hereby submitted for your consideration. In 2016, I proposed, and the Oswego Common Council adopted a 2017 budget that shrank the size of City government, responsibly invested in our infrastructure, buildings, equipment and as a result, better positioned our community to grow and progress into a community on the rise. It is my intention to submit a budget for 2018 with a very similar theme.

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Mayor’s Budget Plan Has Cuts, Slight Tax Increase

August 14, 2017 Steve Yablonski

Mayor Billy Barlow’s tentative 2018 city operating budget looks to trim personnel and take some financial burden off the taxpayers’ shoulders. Barlow’s budget calls for “a slight property tax increase” (3.6% compared to Fiscal Year 2017). “In this budget, I propose eliminating eight positions from City Hall staff,” the mayor said.

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State Police seek public assistance with identifying a vehicle in surveillance photos

August 14, 2017 Contributor

The New York State Police in Pulaski is requesting public assistance with identifying the individual and/or the vehicle in the attached surveillance photos. The vehicle is a Chevrolet Colorado extended cab, color gray and the occupant may have information relative to an active burglary investigation.

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Camp Hollis Senior Camp Celebrates 25th Anniversary; Special Programs on Tap for September 11, 12 Event

August 14, 2017 Contributor

Registration for the popular Senior Camp at Camp Hollis is kicking off this week for the 25th anniversary event. Senior camp, open to area residents 50 years of age and older, will be held September 11 and 12, with an optional overnight.

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Annual Carnival Highlights The Fun Side of Tennis

August 13, 2017 Steve Yablonski

After weeks of drills at various locations around the county, young tennis enthusiasts recently had the chance to have some fun with their new skills. According to Shane Evans, supervisor of the USTA Tennis Program at the Oswego City-County Youth Bureau, “The carnival is our end of the year celebration! We invite all of our children that have attended our program to come relax, have fun, and play tennis.”

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Councilor Robert Corradino reads the inscription on the plaque as Tony Leotta looks on.

Port City Honors Retired City Engineer

August 12, 2017 Steve Yablonski

His fingerprints can be found on just about every single major project the Port City has seen in nearly the past half century. Now, his name will forever be a part of the city landscape. On Saturday (August 12), Anthony Leotta’s plaque was unveiled on the eastern edge of the park along East First Street, which is also home to the Port City’s Peace Garden. The monument recognizes Leotta “for 45+ years” of service to the city. “I’m really not deserving of this honor. But I accept it with great, great humility,” Leotta said. Serving 45 years, Leotta is the longest serving city department head.

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The Port City Roller Derby's final bout of the season on Saturday will benefit SAVE.l

Oswego Roller Derby Helps Prevent Suicide

August 11, 2017 Steve Yablonski

Attend Port City Roller Derby’s bout on Saturday, August 12, and you can help save a life. The event is PCRD’s season closer. It will once again benefit SAVE Central NY (Suicide Awareness Voices of Education). “SAVE is a cause that is close to PCRD’s heart because of the organization’s connection with one of our former derby sisters,” explained Sarah Ada (aka Darth Vada), PCRD Media/Marketing.

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