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Oswego Hospital Awarded $14.4 Million in HEAL NY Funds

October 1, 2008 Nicole Reome

Oswego Hospital learned Tuesday it has been awarded $14.4 million in grant funds that enable the health care facility to make improvements to several key hospital departments in order to support the future healthcare needs of residents in Oswego County. The funding, called HEAL NY (Healthcare Efficiency and Affordability Law for New Yorkers) is designated to meet the mandates of the Commission on Health Care Facilities in the 21st Century.

To read the state’s release about the funding, click HERE.

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Board To Consider Two For Superintendent Job

October 1, 2008 Steve Yablonski

The district’s search ended up getting “two very solid school administrators for board consideration,” according to the consultant hired to assist the board. The next step in the process is for the board to interview both candidates next Monday.

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September Was Warmer, Drier Than Normal

October 1, 2008 Steve Yablonski

The average temperature last month was 1.2 degrees warmer than average. Meanwhile, the total precipitation for September was 2.30 inches below average.

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Former Oswego Man Pleads Guilty In Scheme At University Hospital

September 30, 2008 Contributor

Dennis Clavelli and Scott Rivenburgh pleaded guilty to grand larceny in the third degree (class D felony) for their roles in an alleged conspiracy to steal more than $118,000 from SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse. Clavelli, 48, formerly of Oswego, was a manager in the hospitalÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã¢â€žÂ¢s Clinical Engineering Department.

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Burglary Suspect Nabbed On College Campus

September 30, 2008 Steve Yablonski

A Rochester man allegedly stole several items, including cell phones, iPods, and a laptop computer. The investigation is continuing and there might be more victims, and more suspects, according to a college spokesperson.

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Pumpkin Fest Ready To Roll Into Oswego

September 30, 2008 Steve Yablonski

The 15th annual Central New York Great Pumpkin Fest will be held Saturday and Sunday at Washington Square Park. This could be the year someone locally claims the top prize, organizers said. The two-day event will also feature a wide variety of entertainment and activities.

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It Was Just A Drill ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã¢â‚¬Å“ This Time

September 29, 2008 Steve Yablonski

Oswego Hospital staff prepares for a situation they hope never happens. Approximately 50 New Vision medical students helped teach members of Oswego Hospital’s staff on Friday. They all took part in a drill to test the adequacy of the hospital’s chemical decontamination plan.

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Renzi Rips Aubertine’s Mailings

September 26, 2008 Steve Yablonski

The challenger claims the incumbent’s fliers are a waste of taxpayers’ dollars. He dispelled allegations of running a negative campaign. However, Aubertine’s campaign coordinator said Renzi has already gone back on his word and his ads have been negative recently.

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Police Seize Marijuana Plants Worth $50K From Sandy Creek

September 25, 2008 Nicole Reome

Members of the Oswego County SheriffÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã¢â€žÂ¢s Office recently responded to Sand Road in the town of Sandy Creek where deputies seized 50 large marijuana plants between six and nine feet tall with a street value in excess of $50,000.Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â The investigation continues.

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Drug Probe Results In Felony Charges

September 24, 2008 Steve Yablonski

A joint investigation between the Oswego City Police Department and the New York State Police Community Narcotics Enforcement Team into the sales and possession of marijuana in and around the city of Oswego resulted in the arrest of a westside man.

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