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Once again Entergy Nuclear presents the world class show of the Grucci family fireworks on July 25 at 9:30 p.m. at Oswego Harborfest. (Photo by Robert Clark)

Entergy Nuclear Continues Tradition of World Class Grucci Harborfest Fireworks

July 15, 2015 Contributor

Entergy Nuclear sponsored world class Grucci Fireworks display is traditionally the highlight of the Oswego Harborfest celebration. This year is the 28th year that Oswego Harborfest attendees will receive an unforgettable experience of witnessing and experiencing the Grucci Fireworks. The pyrotechnic spectacular will be launched from the Oswego Harbor breakwall and barges at 9:30 p.m. on July 25.

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Intersection Improvement Under Way On Route 481 In Oswego

July 14, 2015 Contributor

The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists of an ongoing project in Oswego County that will soon affect traffic using New York State Route 481 near the Public Safety Building in the city of Oswego. The goal of this project is to improve safety at the Route 481 intersections with Churchill Road and Oswego County Route 57.

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Dr. Graham Bradley of SUNY Oswego (right) and student-researcher Jeremy Fontaine are rediscovering the former locations of Fort George and Fort Ontario this summer in Oswego. This geoarcheological geophysical investigation is part of an undergraduate Faculty-Student Challenge Grant. The field work and interpretation will improve the understanding of the role of Oswego during the French and Indian War as well as improve the understanding of the operation of Fort Ontario during and following the Civil War.

Rediscovering The Forts Of Oswego

July 14, 2015 Contributor

This summer Dr. Graham Bradley of the SUNY Oswego Department of Atmospheric and Geological Sciences and student-researcher Jeremy Fontaine will try to rediscover the former locations of two historic forts in Oswego. They are collecting data at 18th century Fort George on the west side, and the 19th century support buildings at Fort Ontario.

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Oswego Council OKs Hiring A Consultant

July 13, 2015 Steve Yablonski

Councilors voted 6-1 to authorize the mayor to sign a proposal to hire Connecticut Planning and Development. The cost will be $20,000 and will be paid out of the 2015 Planning Budget (Fees for service – non-employee – consulting account). The consultant will “provide professional service in order to prepare a competitive and data-driven strategic plan to submit to CNY REDC” as the city is seeking a large pot of funding from the state.

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Children Will Be Served, Involved At Oswego Harborfest

July 13, 2015 Contributor

Children have a tremendous role in the 28th edition of Oswego Harborfest. Once again there will be a wide variety of activities for youngsters attending this year’s event. The children’s committee has spent months creating an exciting array of things to do for the youngest festival attendees.

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Christina’s Credits: Minions – Perfect Family Summer Comedy

July 13, 2015 Contributor

Minions, is the prequel to Despicable Me, and unlike so many prequels and sequels, it does not disappoint. The cute yellow fire hydrant lookalikes entranced children during the showing I attended from the opening credits.

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Heritage Foundation Lecture Focuses On Cahill Building, West Side Pier

July 13, 2015 Steve Yablonski

Port City Historian talks about the history of Oswego’s oldest commercial building and the importance of preserving it for the future. The city’s historic buildings are “part of our character. They make us who we are today and they’re going to lead us into the future as well,” the president of the Heritage Foundation of Oswego County added.

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High Water Levels Doesn’t Deter Paddlefest

July 12, 2015 Mikayla Kemp

As predicted, the water levels were regular Saturday morning and Paddlefest held a successful 10-mile trek of paddlers from Fulton to Oswego. Hundreds of people took part in the third annual Paddlefest event. After completion of the paddle, Rock the Locks was held at Oswego Yacht Club Marina, where there were musical performances, food vendors, drinks, children activities and more.

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Pet of the Week – Bindy

July 11, 2015 Steve Yablonski

Bindy is 9 months old and a lot of fun. She is a dark tortie with marbled markings and extra toes on every foot! Bindy loves chasing laser lights and cuddling with her animal companions of the feline persuasion. Her foster home has dogs, but she ignores them.

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Outstanding Efforts of Emergency Medical Community Cited

July 11, 2015 Contributor

Emergency Medical Services providers throughout Oswego County were recognized recently for their outstanding service in 2014 at the annual Emergency Medical Services awards banquet at the Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center, Oswego.

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