Oswego Daily News

Deputies say that he had sexual intercourse with the victim being less than 17 years old in June and July of this year in New Haven. He was also charged in connection with a 2011 incident.

Two speakers addressed the legislators at Wednesday’s special meeting to set public hearings for proposed local laws regarding synthetic drugs. The speakers had polar opposite opinions on the subject.

Subsequent to a traffic stop and investigation at the scene, Todd M. Foster 48, of Fulton, the driver and only occupant, was arrested for DWI.  Computer checks revealed that Foster was involved in a motor vehicle accident on August 27, in the town of Geddes where he was arrested for DWAI – Drugs.

The meetings, planned next month, will be designed to educate students and their parents on the dangers of these types of drugs. The superintendent hopes to get representatives from Farnham, the police department, the hospital and other professionals to take part.

The Oswego County Board of Elections advises all voters that there are no contested primary races in Oswego County this year. All poll sites will be closed on Sept. 13.

The H. Lee White Marine Museum hosts a traveling mini-exhibit, “War of 1812: A Nation Forged By War,” from the National Museum of the United States Navy. Now through Sunday, September 30, the exhibit is on display in New York State Canal Derrick Boat No. 8 on West First Street Pier in Oswego.

State Police in Pulaski are investigating a two-car accident that occurred on County Route 22 in the Town of Sandy Creek. A Richland woman was killed and five others injured.

Fire Chief Jeff McCrobie requested a budget amendment to cover the short shift overtime for the department due to various injuries, illnesses and transfers. The council OK’d funding up to $95,000 for the remainder of 2012.

Deputies say marijuana growing operation was allegedly discovered in the home following a fire. A pair of chukka sticks were discovered in the home where a child also lives, police report.