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The Oswego County Health Department announced changes today to its upcoming public viewing of the Dutchess County Tick Task Force presentation. The 2023 production will not be available for showing as planned. Instead, the task force’s 2022 educational program about tick prevention will run on Wednesday, July 26.

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USDA Extends Deadline For Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Until August 11

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is extending the deadline for the new Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP) to August 11, 2023. This extension gives New York organic dairy producers more than two additional weeks to apply for the program. ODMAP helps producers mitigate market volatility, higher input and transportation costs, and unstable feed supply and prices that have created unique hardships in the organic dairy industry. This assistance will help keep New York organic dairy operations sustainable until markets return to more normal conditions.???

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Legacy Cities Grant Targets Five Derelict Fulton Properties For Renovation And Resale

The City of Fulton will have five blighted properties renovated, resold as single-family homes, and put back on the tax rolls; thanks to a state Legacy Cities Grant secured by the Oswego County Land Bank (OCLB) with the support of the Fulton Community Development Agency (CDA).

Oswego Man Arrested For Rape And Endangering The Welfare Of A Child

PALERMO, NY – Thomas McCord, 45 years of age, was arrested for Rape in the First Degree, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, and Unlawfully Dealing with a Child. All charges stem from a High […]

OCO Cancer Prevention In Action Program Visits CiTi

Vaccines have been greatly successful in reducing and even wiping out diseases such as chicken pox, measles, mumps, polio and many more. Another safe and effective vaccine is the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. The HPV vaccine prevents cancer and is recommended for children beginning at age 9. Yet, misinformation and a lack of understanding about its benefits discourage parents from getting their children this lifesaving vaccine.

Last Chance Wednesday To Save 25% On Harborfest Midway Rides

Wednesday is the last chance to save 25% on rides at the Dreamland Amusements Midway at Harborfest 2023. People can buy 50 ride tickets for $45, saving $15 off the bulk ticket price during Harborfest. The purchase also includes one free ride, adding to the savings. The presale ends at 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 26. Visit the ticket sales website to purchase tickets, see restrictions and get redemption instructions.

Northern Border Regional Commission Announces 2023 Forest Economy Program Information Sessions

The Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) has scheduled two information sessions in support of the fall, 2023 Forest Economy Program (FEP) grant application opportunity, and we invite any parties interested in applying to this year’s program to attend one of the sessions. Each session will consist of an overview of the program, and there will be plenty of time for questions.

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AAA: The Heat is On

Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.60, three cents higher than last Monday. One year ago, the price was $4.37. The New York State average is $3.70, also up three cents from a week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $4.59. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:

Oswego County Today Weekly News Roundup: July 17 – July 23

Oswego County Today presents the top stories from this past week: July 17 – July 23

Oswego County Announces Fair Housing Coloring Contest Winners

The Oswego County Housing Office celebrated the winners of its 2023 coloring contest with an awards ceremony in June. Each year, Oswego County children aged 4 to 12 enter the contest to color their idea of what fair housing means to them.