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Mexico’s Public Library Hosts Donald McFee Memorial Ambulance Service Event For Children

July 23, 2023 Mike Johnson

Children residing in the Mexico area were recently given the opportunity to interact with volunteer Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) from the Donald McFee Memorial Ambulance Service at a community building event sponsored and hosted by Mexico’s Public Library.

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Twelfth Annual Hunter Arms Homecoming Weekend Set for August 11 & 12

July 23, 2023 Submitted article

Friends of History in Fulton, N.Y., Inc. will host its twelfth annual Hunter Arms Homecoming this year on August 11 and 12. Each year L.C. Smith and Fulton gun collectors, as well as history gurus from all over the country, gather in Fulton for the annual Homecoming.

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Oswego High School Marching Band To Lead The Harborfest Children’s Parade

July 23, 2023 Contributor

The Oswego High School Marching Buccaneers will lead children to Breitbeck Park Friday, July 28 as the annual Children’s Parade kicks Harborfest 2023 into high gear. The parade begins at West Park at 10:30 a.m. and arrives at Breitbeck in time for the performance of Peppa Pig on the Children’s Stage.

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Motor Vehicle Accident Involving Electric Scooter And Pickup Truck

July 22, 2023 Contributor

The City of Oswego Police Department is currently investigating a motor vehicle accident that occurred at approximately 2:12 p.m. on 7/21/2023 at the intersection of W 3rd St and W Albany St.

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Dr. Mary Walker Quarter Design Unveiled

July 22, 2023 Contributor

The United States Mint has revealed the design for the Dr. Mary Walker quarter as part of the 2024 American Women Quarters Program. It was announced in February that Walker would be one of five women to be honored in the program for her many accomplishments and contributions to the nation.

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Department Of The Interior Announces $13 Million To Support And Expand Local Outdoor Recreation In New York

July 21, 2023 Contributor

The Department of the Interior announced the distribution of $13,292,350?to the state of New York today as part of the $295,582,830 granted this year from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) to all 50 states, U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia. Recent changes to the LWCF Manual guides states to work more closely with Tribes and clarify eligibility to ensure all federally recognized Tribes can take part in and support future public outdoor recreation and conservation projects. The funds from this year’s distribution will be available until fiscal year 2025.?

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USDA Accepts Nearly 2.7 Million Acres In Grassland CRP Signup

July 21, 2023 Contributor

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting offers for nearly 2.7 million acres from agricultural producers and private landowners through this year’s Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) Grassland signup. This program allows producers and landowners to continue grazing and haying practices while protecting grasslands and further CRP conservation efforts. Grassland CRP is part of the Biden-Harris administration’s broader effort to address climate change and conserve natural resources. This year’s signup results include 689 acres in New York.

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Burlingham Retires From Fulton PD

July 21, 2023 Contributor

After 20 years of service to the Fulton Police Department and community, Lt. Charles Burlingham has retired, it was announced by Chief Mike Curtis.

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NYS OASES Announces Opening Of First Mobile Medication Unit In New York State

July 21, 2023 Contributor

The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS) today announced the opening of the first Mobile Medication Unit (MMU) in New York State. Operated by VIP Community Services, this new mobile unit will provide a wide range of addiction services and other medical care in the New York City area. This program is being supported with $550,000 in federal funding under the Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Supplemental Grant, administered by OASAS.

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NYS Private Sector Employment Up 15,000 Jobs In June 2023

July 20, 2023 Contributor

According to preliminary seasonally adjusted figures released today by the New York State Department of Labor, the number of private sector jobs in New York State increased over the month by 15,000, or 0.2%, to 8,260,000 in June 2023. The number of private sector jobs in the U.S. increased by 0.1% in June 2023.

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