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On Aug. 16 and 17, Cushing’s Battery, 4th U.S. Artillery Regiment, will host a Civil War artillery event at Fort Ontario State Historic Site in Oswego. Re-enactors will conduct tactical weapons demonstrations or battles both days at 1 p.m. The Civil War shopping mall will be open for those wishing to acquire reproduction period clothing, knick knacks, toys, and other interesting historical items or accoutrements. Regular admission will be charged.

Councilor Eric VanBuren feels changes to the code are needed to help the city better get a handle on the problem of tall grass around Oswego. Vacant lots are especially a problem, he said. And, it seems like the city has an issue cutting its own grass, he added.

“I am very pleased to announce that our campus plan is fully approved by the state of New York,” said college President Deborah F. Stanley. “Advancing our academic mission while creating jobs for our region is an exciting opportunity for our college, which is already an economic anchor in Central New York and the largest employer in Oswego County.”

“We are delighted to be able to help sponsor the SAFE (Substance Awareness Family Education) Fair! This is an amazing opportunity for families to have a free, fun-filled time together while also becoming more aware about safety through education and awareness. The variety of vendors, food and activities guarantee a successful event for all concerned and we are proud to assist VOW in this community event,” said Jeanne Unger, executive director of Farnham Family Services.

Oswego County Clerk Michael C. Backus warned residents of a telephone scam which claims the person receiving the phone call will have a warrant issued for their arrest if they fail to dial an out-of-state phone number by 5 p.m. that same day and make payment. The scam turned up in Monroe County last week and appears to be nationwide.

Yesterday morning (Aug. 1), I met with John O’Brien from the Post-Standard to obtain the location of the structure that he and the federal investigator recently searched. Although Mr. O’Brien previously reported that their search of the structure revealed no human remains, I wanted to have law enforcement conduct a thorough and professional investigation of the site for the sake of certainty. There is no reason to believe this site was ever involved with the abduction of Heidi Allen.