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The Oswego County Health Department has postponed plans to spray the Toad Harbor / Big Bay Swamp area today (Sept. 17) due to cool evening temperatures in the forecast. The department is closely monitoring the situation and reminds residents to continue to be proactive in protecting themselves against mosquito bites.

The city of Oswego is pleased to announce the launch of its new civic engagement and reporting tool, called Oswego Mobile. Oswego Mobile is a smart phone app that allows residents of Oswego to report issues directly to city staff and councilors. The app is available for iOS, Android, and Blackberry markets and is free to download.

When SUNY Oswego began developing its Global Laboratory network of partnerships five years ago, one goal was to give its science students access to leading scientists and facilities around the world. With the opening of its new science buildings this fall, Oswego takes its place in the network as a destination for international scientists and students.

The conversation continued Monday as to how to make Oswego friendlier for those who want to fish the Oswego River. The council president is trying to facilitate a meeting between city officials and representatives from Brookfield to discuss the situation.

The average temperature for summer was just 0.4-degree warmer than normal. Total precipitation was 3.11 inches above average, thanks to a wet June. This summer was the coolest since it was 66.3 degrees in 2009, according to Bill Gregway, local observer for the National Weather Service. The last three have been in the 70s.

The Oswego County Health Department has postponed its plans to spray the Toad Harbor / Big Bay Swamp area today (Sept. 16) due to inclement weather. The department is closely monitoring the forecast and will make the decision to spray as weather conditions change.