The parade, from West Park to Breitbeck, drew several hundred participants, from infants to teen-agers. Many of them were dressed in English attire, highlighting the cultural component of the 2011 festival – “England.” “The children’s parade, that’s what makes Harborfest. It’s all about the children and families,” said Harborfest Board of Directors President John Scardella.
The Oswego County Health Department reported that the eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus was found in two pools of mosquitoes collected during the week of July 15. One sample was collected at Toad Harbor/Big Bay Swamp in West Monroe and the second was taken from the northeast section of the Town of Palermo.
Nearly idyllic weather greeted the large crowd at Thursday night’s opening of Harborfest #24. There were a few clouds; but other than that everything went like a well-oiled machine – thanks in large part to The Machine performing Pink Floyd.
There will be a meeting Aug. 4 for all people interested in forming an advocacy group for the proposed new dog park. The meeting will be from 7-8 p.m. at the McCobie Building on Lake Street.
“The port is an important part of business methodology for the companies that we handle. We are currently serving companies from markets as varied as manufacturing, clean energy and nuclear power,” the director explained.
“We should be very proud of what we have accomplished,” Business Manager for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 97 Ted Skerpon wrote in announcing the results of the vote. “You should hold your head high.”
An Oswego woman died in the waters of Lake Ontario Tuesday during an attempt to rescue children who appeared to be struggling in the waves.
The Cayuga County Sheriff’s Department says Shaylean S. Richards, 32, of Oswego died in an apparent drowning.
Dozens of youngsters flocked to Breitbeck Park Tuesday evening for the annual Children’s Gala to start off Harborfest week activities. This was the fourth year that Harborfest has hosted a Children’s Gala that focuses on teaching children about the different cultural themes of Harborfest each year. This year’s featured culture for Harborfest is England.
The Common Council tabled the matter Monday night after a trio of residents raised some concerns, including what the city can use the site for.
Novelis today announced major plans for its operation in Oswego. The company has announced a $200 million expansion in New York to meet rising automotive demand. It will mean at least 100 new jobs.
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