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The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced that the agency will host the 24th annual Salmon River Fish Hatchery Open House and Family Day on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event celebrates National Hunting and Fishing Day. The Salmon River Fish Hatchery is located at 2133 County Route 22, Altmar, Oswego County. All are encouraged to attend, rain or shine, and admission is free.

NYS Surplus Vehicle & Equipment Auctions To Be Held In Waterford And North Syracuse

The New York State Office of General Services (OGS) today announced auctions of surplus vehicles, highway equipment, and miscellaneous property have been scheduled in Waterford on Tuesday, September 19, and North Syracuse on Wednesday, September 20.

DEC Adds 12 New Locations To New York State Birding Trail

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced the addition of 12 new locations to the New York State Birding Trail. These new locations bring the total number of birding trail locations across the state to 344 and provide a wide variety of quality birding experiences for everyone, regardless of age, ability, identity, or background.

NYS OASAS Announces Opening Of New Addiction Treatment Program In Central New York

The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) today announced the opening of a new Opioid Treatment Program in Auburn. Operated by Farnham Family Services, this program will provide a wide range of services for individuals impacted by addiction, including medical assessments, medication for addiction including methadone, counseling, and peer services. OASAS provided $200,000 to support the creation of this program.

OCO’s Head Start Program Awarded Longevity Awards

Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) recently presented longevity awards to staff of OCO’s Head Start program for their loyal service to OCO and its consumers.

Ukraine Photo Exhibition To Open Artists’ Residency At SUNY Oswego

Ukrainian-American artist Lida Suchy will open a residency, which also includes her husband Mišo Suchý, at SUNY Oswego with a collection of photographs starting the Tyler Art Gallery season.

Oswego County Land Bank Board Meeting Cancelled

The Oswego County Land Bank board meeting scheduled for Friday, Sept. 15 has been cancelled. The Board will meet at its next regularly scheduled meeting at 9 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 20.

Onondaga County Sheriff’s Pistol Permit Office Will Be At The Syracuse Gun Show This Weekend At The Fairgrounds.

Once again, this year the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office Pistol Permit Unit will have their table set up at the Syracuse Guns Show at the NYS Fairgrounds Center of Progress Building in Geddes to help answer questions and get newly purchased firearms on permits. The Gun Show will run Saturday September 16, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sunday September 17, 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Fulton Police Make Gun Arrests

On September 13, 2023 at approximately 1:43 a.m., a City of Fulton Police Officer conductd a vehicle and traffic stop for traveling the wrong way down a one-way street in the City.

First Report Of EEEV, More WNV Found In Oswego County

New York State Department of Health informed the Oswego County Health Department today that three mosquito pools (samples) have tested positive for the Eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEEV) for the first time this year. They were found in Albion, Constantia and West Monroe.