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United Way To Thank Those Who Help Others
As part of its 73rd annual meeting on Wednesday, the United Way will pay tribute to the lifeblood of the organization – its many dedicated volunteers. To find out how you can become a volunteer, call 593-1900.
Pulaski Double Murder Case Headed To Trial
James H. Steen Jr., 40, of 91 Hogsback Road, appeared briefly in Oswego County Court on Friday. He again rejected a plea deal. He is charged with four counts of second-degree murder and one count of first-degree murder
Oswego Man Arrested, Awaiting Arraignment On Drug Charges
UPDATED: After executing a search warrant at a westside residence and business, Oswego police have taken a 40-year-old city man into custody today. He is currently awaiting arraignment. Drug charges are pending.
Weather Notebook For March 4, 2011
March remains a rather dry month so far in both Fulton and Oswego.
OHS Student Aaron Callahan Receives National Honor
Oswego High School student recognized for superior academic achievement by The National Society of High School Scholars. The society recognizes top scholars and invites only those students who have achieved academic excellence.
Legislators Updated On 911 Enhancements, 5-Year plan
County legislators recently were updated on the work that’s under way on several of the new radio towers that will play a key role in upgrading Oswego County’s emergency radio communications system. The new interoperable radio system will be used by emergency responders to answer calls in all areas of the county – and across county lines. It will provide 97 percent coverage for portable radios used by emergency responders.
Oswego Man Facing Drug Charges
A West Third Street resident was arrested after a traffic stop Wednesday. He was charged with possession of marijuana and DWAI-Drugs. Police also seized nearly $4,000 in cash, as well as other property including a 50-inch plasma screen television, at his residence; all alleged to be the proceeds of illegal drug sales.
Mexico Superintendent First to Spot Double-Dip Scandal in Last Job
Mexico’s Superintendent of Schools is the subject of an article in a downstate newspaper today. Robert Pritchard came to Mexico from Kingston, where he was the business manager. The district is now dealing with the effects of a double-dipping scandal, which Pritchard first spotted two years ago, the article says.

