Oswego Daily News
Fort Ontario’s Last Battle
Once again, Fort Ontario is under attack. The budget axe has is about to fall on Fort Ontario. We must let our leaders in Albany know that we will defend our homes and our economic security.
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After-School Care Also In Crosshairs Of Governor’s Budget
The governor’s budget proposal to close many state parks and historic sites, including Oswego’s Fort Ontario, has created a furor since it was announced Friday. However, parents who rely on free after-school programs may be in for a shock as well.
Oswego Daily News
Residents Sound Call To Arms: Save Fort Ontario
Closing state parks, such as Fort Ontario, to help reduce the state’s budget deficit is a short-term fix for the state and a long-term headache for communities, some Oswego residents say. Ironically, the fort is now under attack by the very state that it has defended for more than two centuries.
Fulton Daily News
Fulton Police Arrest Two on Charges of Grand Larceny, Falsifying Records
Fulton Police allege that a man and woman received more than $23,000 in housing for which they were not eligible.
Police announced in a news release that they arrested William L. Calkins, Sr., 42, of Fulton and Lorie A. Calkins, 39, of Rochester on felony charges of grand larceny and falsifying business records.
Oswego Daily News
State Plans to Close Fort Ontario Historic Site
BREAKING: New York State would close Fort Ontario and 54 other state parks and historic sites to save money, under a plan released today.
The first Fort Ontario was built in Oswego in 1755.
Fulton Daily News
RaiderNet Daily: Playoff Time
The Red Raider volleyball team plays this weekend for the Class A championships. There’s a full preview in today’s RaiderNet Daily, along with a recap of the indoor track season finale, news about a dodgeball tournament, a roundup of new movies and more.
Oswego Daily News
Oswego Council Committee Paves The Way For Summer Events
At this week’s meeting of the Physical Services Committee, aldermen approved the use of city property for the chamber of commerce.
Oswego Daily News
Judge To Determine If Pauldine’s Statements Can Be Used In Court
A judge will decide whether certain statements made by a local businessman can be used against him in court.
Fulton Daily News
School Superintendents Meet With Aubertine On State Aid. The Result: ‘Not Good News’
It’s a safe bet that school superintendents did not hear what they wanted to hear when they met Thursday with State Senator Darrel Aubertine about state aid for next school year. Hannibal Superintendent of Schools Mike DiFabio summed up Aubertine’s message: “Chances of an on-time state budget are slim and the Governor’s numbers (on state aid to districts) are about the best we’re going to get.” Oswego’s superintendent, Bill Crist added the senator told everyone what they already know – “the state of the state is not good and we all will need to make some difficult decisions in the next year(s).”
Fulton Daily News
Fire Damages Fulton Home
No one was injured, but a home at 365 Broadwell Ave. in Fulton suffered heavy damage in a fire Thursday morning, fire officials said.