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Men who might be a little too old to play for the Oswego River Hawks have the opportunity to play weekly pick-up lacrosse at Fort Ontario starting next Monday, July 3.

DEC Joins Great Lakes And Northeast States And Canadian Provinces In Annual Aquatic Invasive Species Landing Blitz

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), in partnership with seven Great Lakes states, six Northeast states, and six Canadian provinces, today announced the annual Aquatic Invasive Species Landing Blitz will run from June 29 through July 10. This international campaign bolsters existing efforts to inform boaters and others about the risks of introducing and spreading aquatic invasive species (AIS). During this coordinated outreach effort, partners will boost social media AIS messaging and increase in-person AIS education at thousands of water access sites throughout the Great Lakes and Northeast region.

FASNY Urges New Yorkers To Stay Safe By Leaving Fireworks To The Professionals

As New Yorkers gear up for Fourth of July festivities, the Firefighter’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY) warns New Yorkers about the dangers of fireworks – both legal and illegal. FASNY urges New Yorkers to plan ahead and follow some key rules to avoid accidents and injuries.

DEC Encourages New Yorkers To Sign Up For ‘Love Our New York Lands’ Stewardship Events

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced that registration is now open for a new stewardship day at State-owned campgrounds on Saturday, July 8, 2023. The event, a partnership between Parks & Trails New York, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and DEC, encourages New Yorkers and visitors to give back to the campgrounds they love by volunteering.

Shipwrecks Of Upstate New York Exhibit Featured At H. Lee White Maritime Museum

Have you ever wondered what the shipwrecks below Lake Ontario look like? Now you can see them in vivid detail, courtesy of the efforts of local underwater explorers. The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego is pleased to host the new exhibit “Shipwrecks of Upstate New York”, now available for viewing through the 2023 season.

Assemblyman Scott Gray Tourism Tour Stop In Oswego Cancelled

Following is a message from Assemblyman Scott Gray (116th District):

The New York State Department Of Labor Announces Banking Security Enhancements For Unemployment Insurance Recipients

The New York State Department of Labor today announced that it is transitioning to Conduent for unemployment insurance (UI) debit card services. The new Conduent Way2Go debit card utilizes chip technology to give customers safe, secure access to UI benefits, while also providing the same convenience they currently experience. NYSDOL has proactively notified impacted customers via mail, email, and text messaging about the change. The Department is in the process of mailing the new cards, and all impacted customers should receive them by the end of the month.

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USDA Reminds New York Producers To File Crop Acreage Reports

Agricultural producers in New York who have not yet completed their crop acreage reports after planting should make an appointment with their U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) service center before the applicable deadline.

Oswego County Today Weekly News Roundup: June 18 – June 24

June 26, 2023 Shea O'Malley

Oswego County Today presents the top stories from this past week: June 18 – June 24

Mayor Barlow Announces Opening Of New Musical Playground In Rotary Park

Mayor Billy Barlow announced today the opening of the new public playground in Rotary Park along East First Street in Oswego. The addition of the playground to the community was first announced in the mayor’s 2023 State of the City Address back in January. The playground, built by KOMPAN, INC with assistance from the City of Oswego Department of Public Works, consists of a train-themed structure built suitable to younger children, ages two to five years old. The playground also includes outdoor, interactive musical instruments for kids of all ages, the first of such to be built in Oswego.