The Port of Oswego Authority received $2.1 million. The funds will be used to construct additional rail tracks and expand cargo handling facilities, the port director said.
The nationally-ranked Oswego State men’s ice hockey team will host its annual Whiteout Weekend – when fans are encouraged to wear white – on Friday and Saturday, with Saturday’s contest yielding a special celebration. During the first intermission, Oswego will recognize the 10th anniversary of the college’s only team national championship by honoring several 2006-07 teammates on the ice.
On January 29, State Police responded to State Route 264 in the town of Schroeppel for a report of a two-car property damage motor vehicle accident. While Troopers were responding to the scene, 911 reported one of the driver’s involved, Kellan J. Meade, fled the scene on foot.
This action is simply un-Christian and un-American. We cannot tolerate racial and religious injustice. We must stand with our refugees. Yes, screen vigilantly as we have, but never abandon our commitment to help others seek peace and freedom.
On January 28, 2017, the Oswego County Fire Service lost a brother firefighter who exemplified the “Volunteer Firefighter.” Al Heath, better known as “Haz Mat Al,” passed away this past Saturday after a yearlong battle with cancer. Al’s career in the fire service started when he joined the US Navy in 1970 – 1976, serving as a Damage Control Specialist and later as a Damage Control Instructor.
On Jan. 30, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Fort Ontario Study Act, legislation introduced by U.S. Rep John Katko (NY-24) which would put Fort Ontario and Safe Haven National Refugee Shelter in Oswego on the path towards becoming a National Park. Katko was joined by Reps. Claudia Tenney (NY-22) and Louise Slaughter (NY-25) in introducing this legislation. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has introduced the measure in the Senate.
Mexico residents are urged to fill out a survey. A public information meeting will be held on March 2 at 7 p.m. in the Mexico Middle School Auditorium where New Visions will be in attendance to address questions from the community.
State Police arrested Ashley A. Prunner, 27, and Kristofer H. Pierce, 35, both from Phoenix, on outstanding warrants, further charging Prunner with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th degree following traffic stop in Syracuse.
“In Oswego County we’re blessed with a wide variety of natural, cultural and historic resources that people can enjoy with their families,” said Dave Turner, Director of Community Development, Tourism and Planning. “From world-class fishing with top professional charter captains and guides, to exploring unique museums like Safe Haven in Oswego or the Underground Railroad Museum in Mexico, antiques shops, and golf, we truly offer something for all ages, interests and physical capabilities.”
Today (Jan. 28) at 9:51 a.m., members of the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office responded to 5068 State Route 104 in the town of Scriba for a reported structure fire. The victim, the sole occupant, was identified as 81-year-old Violet F. Miner, of 5068 State Route 104.
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