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The H. Lee White Maritime Museum Presents “The Masonic Mariners Of Oswego City: A Brief History”

September 7, 2023 Contributor

The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego is pleased to present the third installment of the 2023 History Lecture Series featuring Dr. Natalie Joy Woodall. Join us on Sunday, September 17 at 1:30 p.m. as Woodall presents “Masonic Mariners of Oswego City: A Brief History”.

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New York Department Of State’s Division Of Consumer Protection Offers Tips For Keeping Babies Safe During Baby Safety Month

September 7, 2023 Contributor

The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is providing baby-proof safety measures and tips to help prevent some of the biggest dangers for babies. September is Baby Safety Month, an annual event that focuses on raising awareness of critical lifesaving information to help parents and caregivers keep little ones safe. Follow the New York Department of State on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and check in every Tuesday for more practical tips that educate and empower New York consumers on a variety of topics. Sign up to receive consumer alerts directly to your email or phone here.

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OCO Family Care Program Offers Fulfillment

September 7, 2023 Contributor

Living alone can be difficult. The absence of companionship and not having someone to share your experiences with is not a comforting feeling. When Sally Downs found herself in that position she discovered a solution that alleviated those feelings and had a positive impact on her life.

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NYSDEC Forest Rangers – Week In Review

September 6, 2023 Contributor

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other state agencies, local emergency response organizations, and volunteer search and rescue groups, Forest Rangers locate and extract lost, injured, or distressed people from across New York State.

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Lung Association Offers Tips To Protect Lungs During Extreme Heat In New York State

September 6, 2023 Contributor

This week, heat advisories are in effect throughout the Northeast. Extreme weather conditions, like the current heat wave, can make breathing more difficult for anyone, but can especially be challenging for residents living with lung diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma.

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School’s Open, Drive Carefully – A Life Saving Message For 77 Years AAA And Local Law Enforcement Agencies Partner On Safety

September 6, 2023 Contributor

AAA Western and Central New York, along with law enforcement, has kicked off its annual “School’s Open, Drive Carefully” campaign as back-to-school season gets underway. With school buses back on the roads, commuters should give themselves extra time and be prepared for bus traffic. Motorists should also be cognizant of less-experiencedmstudents drivers returning to high school and college.

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Oswego City County Youth Bureau Announces Scarecrow Making Contest

September 6, 2023 Contributor

The Oswego City County Youth Bureau will be hosting a scarecrow making contest for city of Oswego residents and businesses on Saturday, October 14. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative, funniest and most original. Judges will be around between 12-4 p,.m. If you make a scarecrow at pumpkin fest, you may use them for this contest.

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Oswego Players Receive Grant From CNY Arts Regrant Program

September 6, 2023 Contributor

The Oswego Players are proud to announce that they have been awarded a grant from CNY Arts Regrant Program. The CNY Arts Statewide Community Regrants program (SCR, formerly known as Decentralization or DEC) is a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA).

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IOOB #1647 Supports OCO Breast Cancer Awareness Event With Matching Donation

September 6, 2023 Contributor

Roseanne Phillips-Bar Stewart recently coordinated a breast cancer awareness event in support of Oswego County Opportunities’ (OCO) Cancer Services Program of the North Country. The event raised $1,100. IOOB #1647 of Fairdale generously matched that amount and donated an additional $1,100 for a total of $2,200.

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National Gas Prices Hold Steady

September 5, 2023 Contributor

Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.81, down one cent from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.79. The New York State average is $3.89, down one cent from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $4.01. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:

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