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Alan Jones, in a mugshot supplied by police.

Alan Jones Denied Parole

June 30, 2017 Contributor

This morning (June 30, Oswego County District Attorney Gregory Oakes spoke with an official at the Wallkill Correctional Facility, who advised that the NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision has DENIED the parole application for Alan Jones. In response to the decision, District Attorney Oakes stated, “I am thankful to everyone who wrote the parole board and joined me in opposing Jones’s release. I am relieved that the parole board listened to our voices, and I’m grateful that justice continues to be served.”

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Sparklers May Be Legal, But Are Still Dangerous; FASNY Advises Against Using Them

June 30, 2017 Steve Yablonski

The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY) urges New Yorkers not to use fireworks or other similar devices themselves, but instead to leave them to the professionals. As we spend time with family and friends to celebrate Independence Day, residents are reminded to stay safe around fireworks, sparkling devices, and with outdoor recreational fires, according to the Oswego Fire Department.

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A section of fence will soon be headed to Washington, DC, for a special display.

Fence Links Oswego To International History

June 29, 2017 Steve Yablonski

A 10-foot length of forgotten chain link fence, nearly 80 years old, is steeped in American History. The fence that once encircled Fort Ontario’s Safe Haven is being harvested as part of “America’s Response to the Holocaust,” a display being planned at the National Holocaust Museum in Washington. Safe Haven was the only place of its kind in the United States during World War II. The fence was the meeting place for many refugee and townspeople.

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Barclay: Far From ‘Extraordinary’ But Good For District

June 29, 2017 Contributor

When lawmakers arrived in Albany, there was no formalized agreement between the Senate, Assembly and governor on mayoral control and other issues. An agreement was finally struck late Wednesday evening and a bill was brought to the Assembly Floor for a vote Thursday (June 29) around 1 a.m.

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Police will be out in force this weekend, cracking down on impaired drivers. Have A Plan: to get home safely.

County to Participate in STOP-DWI Fourth of July Crackdown Enforcement Effort

June 29, 2017 Submitted article

Oswego County STOP-DWI Coordinator Robert Lighthall announced today (June 29) that Oswego County police agencies will participate in a special enforcement effort to crackdown on impaired driving. The statewide STOP-DWI Crackdown efforts start on June 30 and will end on July 4.

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Oswego County Man Killed In Early-Morning Crash

June 28, 2017 Steve Yablonski

The investigation has revealed, at approximately 3:40 a.m. today (June 28), Kevin L. Orr, 56, from Edwards Road in Lacona, was operating a 2014 Volkswagen northbound on County Route 48, just north of Cummings road, when the vehicle exited the roadway on the west shoulder and struck a tree.

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Harborfest 2017 Takes Off With Helicopter Rides Through Paratus Air

June 28, 2017 Contributor

The 2017 Harborfest festivities will include the exciting opportunity to take a helicopter ride above the hustle and bustle of Breitbeck Park. Experience the thrill of flight, while also having a bird’s eye view of the 30th anniversary festivities.

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Verizon To Improve Cell Phone Coverage In Oswego

June 26, 2017 Steve Yablonski

The Common Council took steps Monday night to enhance cell phone coverage in the Port City. A trio of public hearings was held Monday night regarding the placement of three Verizon Wireless Telecommunications facilities. No resident spoke in opposition to the proposals at the public hearings. The council voted 6-0-1 to approve.

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State Police ID Two Missing Teens In Lake – Bodies Recovered

June 26, 2017 Steve Yablonski

UPDATE: The individuals have been identified as 18-year-old Lorenz Greenwood Coinco and 14-year-old, Andrew J. Stevenson both from Watertown, NY.
State Police report two bodies have been recovered. The victims, who police believe were pulled into the water by a large wave, have not been identified.
On Sunday, June 25, at approximately 3:30 p.m., State Police responded to the Robert G. Wehle State Park in Henderson regarding two male subjects in Lake Ontario in distress approximately 30 yards off shore.

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Legislature Passes ‘Sparkler Law’

June 25, 2017 Contributor

The Oswego County Legislature passed a new law at its June meeting which will allow residents to use sparklers and similar non-explosive devices for their Independence Day celebrations. The law permits “safe and common items,” such as sparklers, to be excluded from the list of dangerous fireworks as defined by the New York State penal code.

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