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National Grid was recently approved by the U.S. Department of Defense as an industry partner for its SkillBridge program. DOD SkillBridge provides career development opportunities to service members approaching the end of their military commitment. Active duty service members can apply to spend the last six months of their commitment as an intern, bridging the gap between the end of their service and the beginning of their civilian careers.

APW Students Learn Life Lessons From Guest Speaker

APW Junior-Senior High School was recently visited by Brandon McCall from TEEN TRUTH, a national program that works to empower student voices and enhance school culture. In a series of motivational talks, McCall worked with APW students to address key issues and promote positivity and inspiration in the face of adversity.

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OCSD Superintendent Search Process Underway

The Oswego City School District Board of Education has initiated the search for its new superintendent, and is developing a search committee for the superintendent finalist interviews.

“It Takes A County… And Then Some” – Annual St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser Set For Sunday

The 17th annual St. Baldrick’s Day in Oswego County fundraising event will take place this Sunday, April 16, from 1-4 p.m. at Curtis Manor in Oswego. Volunteer Event Organizer Dan Witmer helped plan the first local event in 2007, and he’s led the drive to help raise funds for childhood cancer research every year since.

DEC Proposes Amended Water Quality Criteria For Marine Waters

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced proposed amendments to New York’s water quality criteria that are a key component of New York’s water quality standard regulations. The proposed criteria would set more stringent limitations on certain bacteria to further help protect public health when using marine waterways through recreational and shellfishing activities. DEC is accepting public comments on the proposed amendments until June 20, 2023, and public hearings are scheduled for June 13 and 15.

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AAA Great Battery Roundup

Held in conjunction with Earth Day, the AAA Great Battery Roundup is designed to encourage motorists to take old automotive or marine lead-acid batteries to a local collection point where they can be safely recycled and formed into new batteries. AAA Western and Central New York is hosting a convenient program again this year.

New Student-Led, Student-Run Cafe Opens On SUNY Oswego Campus

A new student-led, student-run cafe – the product of a SUNY Oswego business class – held its grand opening celebration in Rich Hall on Tuesday, April 11.

West Monroe Man Charged In Shooting In Town Of Hastings

Last night, Nathaniel L. Perry, who is 22 years old and a resident of the Town of West Monroe, was arrested in relation to yesterday morning’s shooting in the Town of Hastings.

Wreaths Across America Announces 2023 Youth Service Project

Today, Wreaths Across America (WAA) announces the 2023 Youth Service Project as part of its year-round TEACH program. The project will tie into the national nonprofit’s 2023 theme, ‘Serve and Succeed.’

DEC To Hold Angler Outreach Meeting April 25

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is inviting the public to learn more about the status of Lake Erie and Upper Niagara River fisheries at a public meeting on Tuesday, April 25, from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at Woodlawn Beach State Park’s Lodge in Blasdell, Erie County.