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Community members, school representatives unite to develop Hannibal school district strategic plan

October 7, 2013 Submitted article

The newly formed committee, comprised of nearly 30 people from all walks of life, outlined their goals and hopes for the district as it moves forward into the future. Spending more than two hours brainstorming and bouncing ideas off one another, the meeting was the first of several that will be held throughout the year to help develop a strategic plan to guide the district over the next five years.

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Teen Foursome Facing Felony Burglary Charges

October 7, 2013 Steve Yablonski

The arrests stem from the investigation into an incident that occurred in the town of Hastings on that same day, when they reportedly unlawfully entered a construction business by crashing a vehicle into a door to gain entry, causing damage to the building, then allegedly stole items from within.

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Bodley French Club is heading to Montreal and there are openings!

October 7, 2013 Contributor

Today’s News In The Raider: We hear student opinions of public displays of affection in the halls and running the mile in physical education class.

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Weather Notebook For October 7, 2013

October 7, 2013 Steve Yablonski

Things could be rather nasty around noontime today. High winds and thunderstorms are possible around the area. High 75.

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Growing Great Pumpkins Is A Labor of Love

October 6, 2013 Steve Yablonski

Although pumpkins can grow to 2,000 pounds these days, it takes a lot of hard work and some luck to produce an award-winner, according to competitors at the 22nd annual Oswego Great Pumpkin Festival. Besides pumpkins, the two-day festival also featured great watermelons, squash, tomatoes and gourds. Check inside for this year’s winners plus some of the top pumpkins from past years.

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Oswego Crowns Its Great Pumpkin King

October 5, 2013 Steve Yablonski

Andy Wolf of Little Valley, NY, beat out a field of nearly three dozen growers to take home the top prize in the 2013 Oswego Great Pumpkin Festival. The weighing might be done – but the festival continues on Sunday.

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Trio arrested when resident interrupts burglary in progress

October 4, 2013 Submitted article

At about 12:45 p.m. today (October 4), the New York State Police in Fulton were dispatched to a residence on Phinney Road in the town of Granby for a 911 call of a burglary in progress. A female resident had returned home and discovered that 3 males had broken into her residence and were attempting to steal property, troopers said.

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OCO SAF Program Invites Community Members to Come Together To End Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

October 4, 2013 Contributor

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The goal of Domestic Violence Awareness Month is to raise public awareness of the epidemic of domestic violence in our country and to educate individuals on the impact and prevention of domestic violence in our communities.

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Fulton School District Plans Series of Discussions

October 4, 2013 Submitted article

On October 10, parents, students and community members in the Fulton City School District are invited to participate in the first in a series of discussions focused on improving outcomes for all students. Discussion topic: What does it Really Mean to be College and Career Ready?

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Recounting Fulton Homecoming royalty throughout the ages

October 4, 2013 Contributor

Today’s News In The Raider: Catch up with the soccer and football teams, and pay tribute to former Glee cast member Corey Monteith. In addition, we begin two new features: Into the Wild – featuring hunting and fishing information and The Sweet Side of Life – with tasty dessert recipes.

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