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Erie Canal Learning Hub Launched

June 8, 2023 Contributor

The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor and the New York State Canal Corporation are pleased to announce the launch of a new educational initiative, the Erie Canal Learning Hub. The Hub provides free curriculum resources, field trips, virtual 3D tours, and other online tools for teachers and students who are learning about the Erie Canal.

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DEC Announces Suite Of Actions To Protect Public Safety And Promote Sustainable Use Of State Lands

June 8, 2023 Contributor

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced new and continued efforts planned for the 2023 outdoor recreation season to protect public safety and promote sustainable recreation in the Adirondack and Catskill Forest Preserve. DEC’s actions are designed specifically to improve Adirondack and Catskill visitor safety and build on ongoing wilderness protection support strategies to improve safety, sustainability, and equitable access of those enjoying the outdoors during the upcoming warm weather months.

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Plumbers & Pipefitters Recruit Apprentices

June 8, 2023 Contributor

The Plumber-Pipefitters JAC Lo. #112 (Northern Zone), will conduct a recruitment from July 5, 2023 through April 3, 2024 for four Plumber and Steamfitter apprentices, the New York State Department of Labor announced today.

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June 9 Air Quality Health Advisory Issued For Long Island, New York City Metro, And Western New York

June 8, 2023 Contributor

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos and State Department of Health (DOH) Commissioner Dr. James McDonald issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the Long Island, New York City Metro, and Western New York regions for Friday, June 9, 2023.

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June 8 Air Quality Health Advisory Issued For Long Island, New York City Metro, Lower Hudson Valley, Upper Hudson Valley, Eastern Lake Ontario, Central New York And Western New York

June 8, 2023 Contributor

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos and State Department of Health (DOH) Commissioner Dr. James McDonald issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the Long Island, New York City Metro, Lower Hudson Valley, Upper Hudson Valley, Eastern Lake Ontario, Central New York and Western New York regions for Thursday, June 8, 2023.

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Sigh Of Relief For Most Residents As Air Quality Improves

June 8, 2023 Contributor

Local air quality is improving, bringing relief to many residents after two days of pungent smoke from wildfires burning in Canada. However, the air quality advisory issued by the New York State departments of Health (NYSDOH) and Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) earlier this week remains in effect.

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Fulton Revitalizes City Gateway Welcome Signs

June 8, 2023 ChirelloMarketing

Look twice when you drive into the City of Fulton, and you’ll be greeted with a cheery, new Welcome. The five main entrance signs on the roads leading into Fulton now sport a fresh look with a new paint scheme and restored artwork.

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Fulton Lions Club Awards 2023 Dowd, Scaringi Scholarships

June 8, 2023 ChirelloMarketing

Iz Moxley and Harper McClave, both 2023 graduates of G. Ray Bodley High School, were awarded the Fulton Lions Club’s 2023 H. and Mary Dowd Memorial, and John Scaringi scholarships respectively, said Zach Merry, Fulton Lions past president and scholarship chair.

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OCSD Board Of Education Discuss Learning Programs During Meeting

June 7, 2023 Mike Johnson

The Oswego City School District Board of Education met on the evening of June 6, 2023, with all members present. To begin the meeting, Board President Dr. Lisa Glidden read a resolution proposing that the Training and Weight Room at OHS be named in honor of Athletic Trainer Michelle Wink. The measure passed unanimously.

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SUNY Board Of Trustees Appoint Dr. Peter O. Nwosu As SUNY Oswego’s Next President

June 7, 2023 Contributor

At the recommendation of State University of New York Chancellor John B. King, Jr., the SUNY Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Peter O. Nwosu as SUNY Oswego’s next president. The announcement was made by the Board and Chancellor King today and becomes effective on Aug. 15, 2023.

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