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August 14, 2026

Fulton Man Accused Of Hit-and-Run Of Neighbor’s Child

July 14, 2008 Contributor

A Fulton man’s accused of running into a teenager with his car, then driving away. The Oswego County Sheriff’s Department says Pedro Lugo, 65, of 33 Somers Drive, drove onto the shoulder of Somers Drive. […]

‘Pedal For Medals’ For Special Olympics Benefits From Oswego Bikers’ Efforts

July 14, 2008 Contributor

Two Oswego City School District employees decided they were going to make a difference and commit to riding their bikes 300 miles over a four-day period in an effort to help kids.

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Fulton Performance Scores Showing Gains, Officials Say

July 14, 2008 Nicole Reome

Fulton city school district continues to work on initiatives to raise performance levels in English/language arts and math to meet the standards set by the state of New York. While gains have been made, officials say the district continues to press forward.

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Youth Court’s Newest Members Ready To Take The Bench

July 14, 2008 Steve Yablonski

The newest members of Youth Court trained all last week before taking their bar exam. The will officially be sworn in during a ceremony in the near future.

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Geitner Named Director of Student Support Programs

July 11, 2008 Contributor

During the recent meeting of the Fulton Board of Education, Fulton Junior High School Assistant Principal Geri Geitner was appointed to the position of Director of Student Support Programs. Geitner will begin her new responsibilities once the search for a new assistant principal is complete.

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Oswego School Board Meets Tuesday

July 11, 2008 Contributor

The Oswego City School District Board of Education will meet Tuesday at the Oswego High School Ralph M. Faust Theatre for the Performing Arts.

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County Supports State Efforts For Property-Tax Relief

July 11, 2008 Nicole Reome

Oswego County has officially lent its support to the findings of the state Commission on Property Tax Relief and has urged the state legislature to examine those findings and follow through with sound recommendations for property tax relief in New York State.

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County Lifts Sales-Tax Cap On Gasoline Sales

July 11, 2008 Nicole Reome

Though the decision was not unanimous, Oswego County lawmakers decided Thursday to lift a two-year-old sales-tax cap on gasoline. Now, officials are waiting for the revenue stream that is anticipated once the change goes into effect.

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Committee Approves Merchants’ Request For Downtown Event

July 11, 2008 Steve Yablonski

A group of business owners wants to have a two-piece band perform in Civic Plaza during Harborfest to attract more people downtown. The full council will consider the request Monday night.

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Businesses Seek Waiver Of Noise, Open Container Ordinances

July 11, 2008 Steve Yablonski

The council will consider the requests at Monday’s meeting. If allowed, it would mean music and alcohol and musical performances in certain parts of Water Street at specified times.

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Phoenix Man Arrested For Disseminating Indecent Material To A Minor

August 12, 2026

PHOENIX,NY – On August 11, 2026, the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation at SP Fulton arrested Bryan M. Wood, 20, of Phoenix, NY, and charged him with Disseminating Indecent Material to a [...]
Mayor Corradino Presents City of Oswego Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget; Common Council Votes to Table Local Law on Property Tax Levy

August 12, 2026

OSWEGO – At last night’s Common Council Meeting, Mayor Robert A. Corradino presented the Mayor’s Proposed City of Oswego Operating Budget for 2027 to the members of the Common Council with a 2.97% tax levy [...]

Phoenix Man Arrested For Disseminating Indecent Material To A Minor

August 12, 2026

PHOENIX,NY – On August 11, 2026, the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation at SP Fulton arrested Bryan M. Wood, 20, of Phoenix, NY, and charged him with Disseminating Indecent Material to a [...]
East Seneca Street Bridge Closure and Repairs

August 12, 2026

OSWEGO – Beginning today, Wednesday, August 12, 2026, the East Seneca Street Bridge in the City of Oswego will be closed to make roadway repairs. Residents should anticipate the bridge being closed for the remainder [...]
Oswego County Sheriff’s Respond To A Drowning In The Town Of Sandy Creek

August 10, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – Yesterday, August 9th, 2026, at around 4:15 PM, members of the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call for a water rescue at Sandy Island Beach State Park, located at 3387 County Route 15 in the Town [...]