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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 […]

State Police Investigate Fatal Electric Scooter Crash In Granby

July 4, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – On July 3, 2026, at approximately 7:00 a.m., New York State Police responded to State Route 48 at Melrose Avenue in the town of Granby for a report of a single-vehicle crash [...]
State Police Arrest Constantia Woman Following Shooting Investigation

July 2, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – On June 30, 2026, State Police arrested Lana J. Yager, age 54, of Constantia, NY, in connection with a shooting investigation. Yager was charged with: • Assault in the First Degree (Class B [...]

State Police Investigate Fatal Electric Scooter Crash In Granby

July 4, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – On July 3, 2026, at approximately 7:00 a.m., New York State Police responded to State Route 48 at Melrose Avenue in the town of Granby for a report of a single-vehicle crash [...]
Elected Officials Celebrated At The Oswego County Fair

July 3, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – Several local elected officials attended the 167th annual Oswego County Fair in Sandy Creek for Elected Officials’ Day on July 1. They were welcomed by Oswego County Fair board members with a [...]
‘100 Days of Summer’ Continues –
Oswego County Joins Statewide STOP-DWI Effort During July

July 3, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – Oswego County STOP-DWI Coordinator David Hall announced that police agencies and STOP-DWI coordinators across the state will join forces to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving and provide additional law [...]