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On Monday, 9/25/23 just before 9 p.m., the Oswego Fire Department was alerted by Oswego County 911 of a water-based emergency in the Oswego River. Bystanders reported to 911 that a person was in the water of the Oswego River without a life jacket and in distress.

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Oswego County Federal Credit Union Named A “Best Places To Work” By Central New York Business Journal

Oswego County Federal Credit Union (OCFCU) has been named a “Best Places to Work” by the Central New York Business Journal. The credit union was selected amongst 50 other Central New York companies through a competitive selection process that qualified them through an employee survey. This is the fourth year in a row that OCFCU has won the award.

Fight National Blood And Platelet Shortage: Make A Red Cross Donation Appointment Now

The American Red Cross continues to experience a national blood and platelet shortage and asks the public to book a time to give as soon as possible. Donors of all blood types are urgently needed, especially type O blood donors and those giving platelets. The Red Cross offers three ways to make a donation appointment that can help save lives:

Operetta Wins Over Fort

Fort Ontario, NY – Historic Fort Ontario witnessed history once again as “The 1812 Underture” took the stage and became an overwhelming success, drawing between 600 and 700 people over its two night performances. This uproarious operetta, a brainchild of local talents in “The Hysterical Society,” exceeded all expectations during its weekend run on September 22nd and 23rd.

September 26, 2023 Shea O'Malley

Oswego County Today Weekly News Roundup: Sept. 17 – Sept. 23

Oswego County Today presents the top stories from this past week: Sept. 17 – Sept. 23

Open Houses Draw Block Party Crowds And Fun At Lanigan, Granby And Volney

Last week, Fulton City School District carried out the first three of its six annual open houses, successfully drawing huge community support and participation thanks to their emphasis on a “block party” atmosphere.

DEC And The Central New York Land Trust, Inc., Announce Land Acquisition To Protect Drinking Water

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and The Central New York Land Trust, Inc., (CNYLT) today announced the acquisition of 144 acres of land near Skaneateles Lake, a critical drinking water source for 190,000 Central New Yorkers. The project was funded through the State’s Water Quality Improvement Project (WQIP) Program, which directly improves water quality or aquatic habitat, promotes flood risk reduction, restoration, and enhanced flood and climate resiliency, or protects a drinking water source.

OCO Presents Longevity Awards

Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) recently presented longevity awards to staff of OCO’s Health and Nutrition program for two years of loyal service to OCO and its consumers.

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National Gas Prices Edge Lower

Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.85, down three cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.71. The New York State average is $3.92, no change from a week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.69. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:

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It’s National Drive Electric Week

It’s National Drive Electric Week (September 22 to October 1) and AAA has tips for drivers before they get behind the wheel of an electric vehicle (EV). The first time driving an EV might be surprising and overwhelming, but AAA has an easy way to remember what you need to know. It’s important to manage your CARBs (not a carburetor or the food) when it comes to EV driving to help avoid a “sugar” overload on the new technology but will also keep you craving more.