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Family Fun At Oswego Speedway Benefits Farnham

September 9, 2008 Steve Yablonski

Farnham Family Services partnered with Oswego Speedway and various others to bring an evening of fun for the entire family to the Port City.

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Taste Of Oswego Draws Large Crowd

September 8, 2008 Steve Yablonski

Annual event celebrates creations of more than a dozen area restaurants and other businesses. “If you leave here hungry, it’s your own fault,” one visitor exclaimed.

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Battle Of The Bulge Veterans Gather

September 5, 2008 Steve Yablonski

The organization was formed in 2002 to honor the local men who fought in the Battle of the Bulge and keep alive the memories of those who made the ultimate sacrifice, according to chairman John Canale. He describes the members of the group as “patriots” and “heroes.”

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Oswego Ushers In New School Year

September 4, 2008 Steve Yablonski

ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã…â€œStudents displayed looks of interest, anxiety, eagerness and satisfaction while the teachers and staff showed looks of expectation and focus. The school year is cruising from the pier ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã¢â‚¬Å“ full steam ahead!ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã‚Â said Oswego Acting Superintendent of Schools Bill Crist.

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Sparks Fly At Board Meeting Over Wrestling Coach’s Job

September 3, 2008 Steve Yablonski

<p>School board president Dave White, back to camera, and Dave Blauvelt argue over how the board is handling a personnel matter involving a coach.</p>

The veteran coach wasn’t reappointed due to an unfavorable performance evaluation. Several of his supporters pressed the school board for answers Tuesday night, but left the meeting feeling frustrated.

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Program Offers Activities For Teens

September 2, 2008 Steve Yablonski

<p>Joe Trionfero asks some youngsters what are some of the most important things their teachers have taught them. Answers ranged from look both ways before crossing the street, be nice to everyone to don't bite.</p>

Dozens of youngsters have turned out at the Red Planet Skate Park the past two Thursday nights. The business is offering special events, including bands, for teens. Organizers are talking with the youth about what else they can do in the future.

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Handicapped Accessible Voting Machines Demonstrated

September 1, 2008 Steve Yablonski

The machines are designed to be used by people with physical disabilities and will be available for registered voters at polling places in Oswego County on Primary Day and Election Day. “You have practice with it, but after you are familiar with it it’s as easy as pie!” one disabled man exclaimed after using the machine.

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Stanley to Stay At SUNY Oswego

August 28, 2008 Contributor

Stanley commented that she made her decision after carefully weighing professional and family considerations. “I was honored to have had the opportunity to thoroughly explore the presidency there,” she said.

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