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USDA Designates 31 New York Counties As Primary Natural Disaster Areas

August 21, 2023 Contributor

This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans.

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Mayor Barlow Announces The Syracuse Highlanders To Perform Free Concert August 30

August 21, 2023 Contributor

Mayor Billy Barlow announced today a free concert will take place on Wednesday, August 30 in Breitbeck Park featuring The Syracuse Highlanders. The Syracuse Highlanders are a Central New York based piping, drumming, and Celtic entertainment band featuring Pipe Major Jack Heins and Drum Major Jason Breed. The concert will take place from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and coolers are permitted.

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Oswego County Today Weekly News Roundup: August 13 – August 19

August 21, 2023 Shea O'Malley

Oswego County Today presents the top stories from this past week.

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Travelers Mark Unofficial End Of Summer Over Labor Day Weekend

August 21, 2023 Contributor

As summer winds down, many Americans are heading out of town. AAA booking data for flights, hotels, rental cars, and cruises shows Labor Day weekend travel is up over last year: domestic bookings are up 4% and international bookings are up 44%.

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National Gas Prices Increase Slightly

August 21, 2023 Contributor

Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.87, 2 cents higher than last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.90. The New York State average is $3.92, no change from a week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $4.25. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:

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Missing Person In Oswego County

August 20, 2023 Contributor

The Oswego County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating James Calabria. James is a 45-year-old male and resides in Syracuse, NY. He was last seen walking away from the area of the McDonalds at 3001 East Ave. (St Rt 49) in the Village of Central Square on the evening of 08/20/2023. He is believed to have left the area of his own accord around 5 p.m.

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Lighthall Recognized By Oswego County Legislature

August 20, 2023 Contributor

The Oswego County Legislature’s Public Safety Committee presented Bob Lighthall with a certificate recognizing his service to the county and unwavering dedication to its residents.

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Submit Your Comments On Workforce Improvement Plan Today!

August 19, 2023 Contributor

Oswego County Workforce New York (OCWNY) is looking for your feedback on Central New York’s regional plan focused on improving the local workforce!

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Fort Ontario Hosts Union Army Civil War Weekend Aug. 26 And 27

August 19, 2023 Contributor

Come out to Fort Ontario State Historic Site to witness garrison life during the American Civil War. The Union Army Living History Weekend runs from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 26 and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 27 at Fort Ontario, 1 E. Fourth St., Oswego. Regular fort admission will be charged.

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New York State Division Of Homeland Security And Emergency Service And NUAIR Host Fifth Annual UAS Summit For Public Safety Officials

August 18, 2023 Contributor

The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) and NUAIR were proud to host the fifth annual New York State Public Safety UAS Summit last week, which drew over 200 public safety officials to the Central New York area. Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly referred to as drones, can and are helping state agencies conduct more efficient operations.

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