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Also in September, Thousands of students returned to school. Members of the Oswego Fire Department held a memorial to honor the victims of Sept. 11, 2001. And, law enforcement agencies gathered in Oswego to train with high-tech equipment to detect radiological material before it can be used in a weapon by would-be terrorists.

Also in August, the little girl who contracted the Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus died from the disease. Residency restrictions were placed on Oswego’s out-of-town landlords. The city budget was approved and the farmers’ market goes smoke-free.

Also in July the 24th edition of Harborfest drew thousands of people into the Port City to celebrate. And, Novelis announced a $200 million expansion in Oswego to meet rising automotive demand.

The Port City received less than 2 inches during Wednesday’s storm. Ares to the north and south got belted with up to 10 inches in some places. And nowhere was spared the blustery winds.

Also in June, Oswego veterans are honored by the state. The public is warned about new designer drugs and Dave White officially starts campaigning to become Oswego’s next mayor.

Also in May, city police investigated the theft of some potentially deadly medications. The school budget was passed and Oswego Sub Shop was honored with a SBA Small Business Excellence Award.