Trinity Catholic students celebrated the recent success of their first Pint-Size Hero Program through the American Red Cross. In May, the students set a goal of 25 blood donations, and they were able to surpass that number with 30 total donations.
“This budget process was the last year, by New York State legislation, that we were allowed to use those machines,” the superintendent said. “We will be going to the digital scanning voting process for next year.” That will add a new financial burden; to either rent or buy the modern voting machines. To save money, the district may eliminate a polling site that has historically had very low voter turnout.
If variety is the spice of life then the Oswego Harborfest East Park the Jazz and Blues Stage will quench music fans’ appetites. On July 24 the East Park stage will come alive and throughout the weekend of one of the nation’s premier free music festivals. The jazz and blues groups and individual local, regional and nationally known musicians who will provide an array of musical experiences.
May 2015 was a lot warmer than average and a tad drier, according to Bill Gregway, local observer for the National Weather Service. The average temperature was 5.8 degrees higher than average. And, total precipitation came in at 0.06-inch below normal.
At a joint press conference this morning, June 2, District Attorney Greg Oakes was joined by members of the New York State Police to announce the results of a large investigation into the sale of illegal drugs. The drugs were allegedly being sold, many in plain sight, at the annual Sterling Stage FolkFest Music Festival, the DA said. The drugs are valued at “tens of thousands” of dollar; some individual types of drugs were estimated to be worth $10,000 to $15,000, according to State Police.
With the official designation of the SUNY Oswego Metro Center as a branch campus, people residing or working in the greater Syracuse area will be able to complete in-demand degree and certificate programs at the Syracuse location in Clinton Square. “Opened in downtown Syracuse in 2008, our off-campus site grew quickly into a significant asset for the Central New York region,” SUNY Oswego President Deborah F. Stanley said. “Now as a branch campus, it will meaningfully extend our access and excellence.”
Many of Oswego’s sidewalks need to be replaced. But when and how is still open for debate. Councilors Monday night said they have begun working on proposals for an updated policy. No action was taken at the meeting and discussions will continue.
The city of Oswego Republican Committee announced it has endorsed William “Billy” Barlow for mayor of Oswego. Several city council candidates were also endorsed, mixed with some familiar names and newcomers. The Republican City Committee also endorsed candidates for the Oswego County Legislature.
Gregory Oakes has announced that he is seeking a second term as Oswego County District Attorney. Oakes, who has served as a prosecutor in the county since 2001, was first elected District Attorney in 2011. Since taking office, District Attorney Oakes has enhanced the prosecution of felony cases while working with the courts to move those cases more efficiently.
ARISE revved up its Ride for Ramps program in Saturday. In honor of the 25th year of the ADA proclamation, members of ARISE and a slew of volunteers hosted a fundraiser with assistance from Lighthouse Lanes and Oswego Speedway. More than 100 motorcycle enthusiasts joined in to help raise funds for the ramps program.
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