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July 2, 2026

[ June 29, 2026 ] Extreme Heat Watch issued June 29 at 1:14PM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY Emergency Posts

State Police Seize Firearm And More Than Four Pounds Of Cocaine During Traffic Stop

December 13, 2025 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – On December 10, 2025, at approximately 2:08 p.m., members of the New York State Police Troop D Community Stabilization Unit and Pulaski Interstate Patrol conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 81 in […]

New 4th Ward Common Councilor hopes to find a Point of Balance within Oswego Community

December 12, 2025 Jose Hernandez

OSWEGO – John Fitzgibbons sees his new role as the 4th Ward Common Councilor as an opportunity to help Oswego residents. “I didn’t run against anybody; in my mind, I ran for the opportunity to […]

Oswego County Legislature Lowers Property Taxes Again for 2026

December 12, 2025 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Legislature reduced the generic property tax rate to $4.87 per $1,000 of assessed value, a 5.4% decrease from last year, with the adoption of the 2026 budget tonight, Dec. […]

County of Oswego Budget Approved; Includes Pay Increase of Oswego Officials

December 12, 2025 Jose Hernandez

OSWEGO COUNTY – Thursday night, Oswego residents packed the County Legislator Meeting. Many opposed Local Law #5, which would have increased public officials’ pay, most notably Sheriff Don Hilton. This law was a part of […]

Statement Regarding Reported Threats to Fulton City Schools

December 11, 2025 Contributor

FULTON – The City of Fulton Police Department has investigated recent reports concerning alleged threats directed toward Fulton City Schools. The purpose of this statement is to provide accurate information and reassurance to the community. […]

City of Oswego Announces Dedication of the David A. Sterio Memorial Stage, Honoring a Beloved Local Musician and Community Leader

December 10, 2025 Contributor

OSWEGO – The City of Oswego is proud to announce the dedication of its new performance stage as the David A. Sterio Memorial Stage, honoring the life, legacy, and extraordinary musical contributions of longtime resident […]

County Officials Urge Caution During Extreme Heat This Week

June 30, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – The National Weather Service-Buffalo Forecast Office issued a heat advisory until 8 p.m. today, June 30, for all counties in western and northern Central New York. An extreme heat watch will also [...]
Extreme Heat Watch issued June 29 at 1:14PM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

June 29, 2026

WHAT…For the Heat Advisory, heat index values as high as 100 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values as high as 110 possible. WHERE…Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, [...]

County Officials Urge Caution During Extreme Heat This Week

June 30, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – The National Weather Service-Buffalo Forecast Office issued a heat advisory until 8 p.m. today, June 30, for all counties in western and northern Central New York. An extreme heat watch will also [...]
Fatal Accident in The Village of Central Square.

June 29, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – June 27th, 2026, at around 6:45 PM, members of the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to an accident at the intersection of East Ave (State Route 49) and Gertrude Drive in [...]
Contractor Fraud in Oswego County

June 24, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – On Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026, Paul Conklin, 67, of Marcellus, NY, was arrested and charged with Grand Larceny in the third degree and Misappropriation of Funds of Trust. Conklin has been the [...]