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For this week’s “Tuesday’s Tips,” the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is providing tips to consumers planning for spring and summer travel. As New Yorkers begin traveling again, consumers should be informed of their rights, shop smartly to safeguard their hard-earned money and stay vigilant to protect themselves from scams.

Local Youth Represent Girl Scouts At U.N. Commission On The Status Of Women

From March 3-10, four girl members of the Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways (GSNYPENN) Council joined 15 of their sisters to represent the Girl Scout Movement and serve as delegates at the 67th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations headquarters in New York City.

March 28, 2023 Shea O'Malley

Harborfest Discussed During Oswego Common Council Meeting

Haborfest Executive Director Dan Harrington spoke during last night’s Oswego Common Council meeting, thanking the city for their ongoing support of the yearly four-day festival; celebrating the diversity, musical entertainment and economic impact the event brings to the area.

Be On Guard To Prevent Tick Bites As Weather Warms

Spring is around the corner and people are ready to get out and enjoy warmer weather. With this in mind, the Oswego County Health Department reminds residents that ticks are also becoming more active and looking for hosts – people, pets and wildlife – to attach to.

Central Square Takes Home First Place In OCAY League “3-1-5” Event

Students from Oswego County school districts recently competed in the third Oswego County Academic Youth League competition of the 2022-2023 school year, Central Square School District taking first place.

New York State Climate Justice Working Group Finalizes Disadvantaged Communities Criteria To Advance Climate Justice

New York State today announced the Climate Justice Working Group’s (CJWG) finalization of the criteria for identifying disadvantaged communities. Following today’s CJWG vote, the criteria is enacted and will guide the equitable implementation of New York’s ambitious Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (Climate Act) provisions that prioritize disadvantaged communities by requiring reductions in air pollution and climate-altering greenhouse gas emissions and targeting clean energy and energy efficiency investments.

I-81 Northbound Ramps At Exits 24A & 24B To Close To Traffic On Monday, April 3

The New York State Department of Transportation is alerting motorists that the I-81 northbound ramps at exits 24A and 24B will close to traffic beginning Monday, April 3. The ramps provide access to Old Liverpool Road and Onondaga Lake Parkway in the Town of Salina. The closures are necessary to facilitate bridge deck and joint repairs and are expected to take up to two months for completion.

April Break Week At The MOST

The MOST will be OPEN every day for April break week (Spring break week), starting Saturday, April 1, through Saturday, April 8, from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (closed Sunday, April 9).

Jennifer Knapp Named Dean Of SUNY Oswego’s School Of Communication, Media And The Arts

Jennifer L. Knapp has been named dean of the School of Communication, Media and the Arts (SCMA) at SUNY Oswego, effective March 30, 2023. Knapp is no stranger to Oswego’s academic community and is uniquely positioned to lead the SCMA and its more than 1,500 undergraduate and graduate students, and nearly 100 full-time faculty.

Suny Student Assembly Leaders To Advocate For Students’ Priorities In Albany Budget Negotiations

SUNY Student Assembly President Alexandria Chun and Executive Director of Policy Brennan Gorman will travel to Albany to meet with legislators and advocate for SUNY students’ priorities in the ongoing budget negotiations.