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SUNY Oswego Student-Faculty Collaboration Producing Sterling Nature Enter Documentary

August 31, 2023 Contributor

A SUNY Oswego student-faculty collaboration is producing a documentary demonstrating the biodiversity and community history of the Sterling Nature Center (SNC), a preserve 10 miles west of the lakeside campus, thanks to support from the Shineman Endowed Fund.

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Red Cross: Prepare For Worsening Extreme Weather During National Preparedness Month

August 31, 2023 Contributor

During National Preparedness Month in September, the Eastern New York Region of the American Red Cross urges everyone to prepare for worsening extreme weather affecting communities across the 27-county region, including flooding and damaging storms.

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New York Department Of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Reminds New Yorkers Of Basic Safety Tips Ahead Of Labor Day Weekend

August 31, 2023 Contributor

The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is reminding New Yorkers of basic safety tips ahead of Labor Day weekend, including tips for using gas or charcoal grills, water safety tips and bike safety tips. 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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Oswego County Health Department Reports More WNV Found

August 31, 2023 Contributor

New York State Department of Health informed the Oswego County Health Department that West Nile Virus (WNV) was found in two mosquito pools (samples). One was collected from the town of Albion and the other from the town of West Monroe.

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River View Pediatrics Celebrates Official Opening

August 31, 2023 ChirelloMarketing

River View Pediatrics, relocated to the site of the former Tops market at 909 W. First St. recently, celebrated their official opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony and reception.

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Emerald Crest Golf Club “Pink Night” Supports OCO’s Cancer Services

August 31, 2023 Contributor

Members of the Monday Night Women’s Golf League at Emerald Crest Golf Club in Palermo, pictured above, recently held a “Pink Night” tournament in support of Oswego County Opportunities’ (OCO) Cancer Services Program of the North Country. The event raised more than $1,000.

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Kinney Drugs Among The First Pharmacies In The Country To Offer NARCAN® Nasal Spray Over The Counter Beginning August 31, International Overdose Awareness Day

August 31, 2023 Contributor

Kinney Drugs will be among the first pharmacies in the U.S. to offer NARCAN® Nasal Spray. NARCAN® Nasal Spray is a life-saving medication used as an emergency treatment for opioid overdose. Over-the-counter NARCAN® Nasal Spray has the same formulation and device design as the original prescription NARCAN® Nasal Spray.

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New York Air National Guard Promotions

August 30, 2023 Contributor

Major General Ray Shields, the adjutant general for the State of New York, announces the recent promotion of members of the New York Air National Guard’s 174th Attack Wing in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.

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Annual New Car Ownership Costs Boil Over $12K

August 30, 2023 Contributor

AAA’s Your Driving Costs (YDC) has been a reliable data source for the expenses associated with owning and operating a brand-new vehicle for more than seven decades. Based on the latest figures, the average cost of owning and operating a new vehicle in 2023 has increased significantly, with an annual expense of $12,182 or a monthly cost of $1,015. This is a sharp increase from 2022 when the average yearly cost was only $10,728, or $894 monthly.

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Wreaths Across America and American Legion Auxiliary Enter Partnership

August 30, 2023 Contributor

Today, national nonprofits Wreaths Across America (WAA) and the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) are proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two organizations. Together, they will build a stronger awareness of each group’s common missions while supporting fundraising efforts nationwide.

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