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Closing Date Set For Loretto Oswego

April 29, 2010 Contributor

Loretto Oswego, photo courtesy of Loretto.

For months, employees at Loretto’s Oswego nursing home knew that they would eventually lose their jobs. Now, they know when that will happen.

Loretto announced Wednesday that the Oswego facility will close no later than June 25.

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Residents Air Their Views On Harborfest Midway Site

April 29, 2010 Steve Yablonski

On Wednesday, the city hosted an informational meeting among city officials, Harborfest representatives and the general public to discuss plans to once again locate the festival’s midway at the marina parking lot north of Lake Street. Some residents oppose the idea. However, most who spoke Wednesday favored the plan.

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Two Arrested After Fight on Salmon River

April 28, 2010 Contributor

River guides from Altmar and Boylston faces fines and even the possible loss of their guide licenses after an alleged fight with a fisherman from Ithaca along the Salmon River earlier this month.

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Police Conclude Parkhurst Death “A Tragic Accident”

April 27, 2010 Steve Yablonski

The death of Sherri A. Parkhurst was the result of a tragic accident, police have concluded. She was struck by a driver backing out of his driveway. The man didn’t realize he had hit anyone, police said.

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Oswego Police Defuse ‘Dangerous Situation’

April 27, 2010 Steve Yablonski

An eastside woman had reportedly displayed a knife and was acting in a threatening manner Monday evening. She barricaded herself inside her apartment. However, officers were able to take her into custody without incident a short while later.

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Oswego Councilors Nix Snow Removal Amendment

April 27, 2010 Steve Yablonski

At its meeting Monday night, the Common Council voted 2-5 on an amendment to the Code of the City of Oswego, Chapter 249, Vacant an occupied property maintenance ordinance, Section 249-9, cleaning of public sidewalks.

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Tall Ship Trio To Visit Oswego For Festival

April 27, 2010 Steve Yablonski

Here is a glimpse of the three tall ships that will be visiting the Port City this summer.

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Tall Ships Slated To Sail Into Port City

April 26, 2010 Steve Yablonski

The Oswego Festival Of Sail will take place June 25, 26 & 27. The public can tour and take a 90-minute cruise on the ships. Several other activities, for people of all ages, are being planned â€“ at the waterfront and downtown.

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Two Teens Charged In Connection With Robbery

April 26, 2010 Steve Yablonski

A 13-year-old and a 15-year-old are facing charges that if committed by an adult, would constitute second-degree robbery. The victim was reportedly hit in the head and robbed of an unspecified amount of money.

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Hundreds Walk To Raise Awareness Of Autism

April 25, 2010 Steve Yablonski

More than 550 people turned out Saturday for the annual Oswego County Autism Task Force’s “Walk for Autism.” The group seeks to provide information that enhances the lives of those touched by Autism Spectrum Disorders in the community. The event featured childrenâ€™s activities, entertainment, light refreshments, autism information, and an organized 1, 2, or 3-mile walk.

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