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The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today the agency will be conducting a prescribed burn at Ashland Flats Wildlife Management Area (WMA), in the town of Lyme, Jefferson County. Ashland Flats WMA contains 2,028 acres of primarily open meadows, second growth, and young forests east of Lake Ontario. Approximately 40 acres will be affected by this activity. The prescribed fire is weather dependent but anticipated to occur between April 1 and May 1 this year.

Pancake Breakfast Will Benefit Library And Bookmobile

Treat yourself to a hearty and delicious breakfast and support literacy in the community as well. The Friends of the Oswego Public Library and the Oswego Bookmobile sponsor the annual Pancake Breakfast which will take place April 30 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Oswego Elks Club, 132 West Fifth Street.

Community Responds to Make Oswego County DSS Recruitment Fair A Success!

Oswego County Department of Social Services (DSS) held a job recruitment fair this past Saturday. Job seekers were able to speak with current employees in various divisions, including Adult and Child Protective Services, Employment and Training, child support, assistance programs and more. Employees shared their experiences with applicants and answered any questions they had about the various job opportunities available at DSS.

Oswego Music Hall Showcases “Deeper Than The Skin” Musical Experience March 25

Reggie Harris and Greg Greenway bring their songs and stories to the Oswego Music Hall’s National Stage Reggie Harris and Greg Greenway on Saturday, March 25. Their musical presentation, “Deeper Than The Skin,” begins at 7:30 p.m. following a meet-and-greet reception at 6:30 p.m. at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego.

Fulton Police Officer, Wife, Arrested For DWI Following Crash In Town Of Richland

On March 18, 203, at 10:53 p.m., State Police in Pulaski responded to a reported one-vehicle property damage crash that occurred on Interstate 81 at milepost marker 120 in the town of Richland, Oswego County.

Volunteer Firefighters Save New York Taxpayers $4.7 Billion Annually

New York’s volunteer firefighters, which respond to emergency calls in a majority of the State, save not only lives and property, but also billions in taxpayer dollars. According to an economic impact study released today by the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY), these dedicated volunteers help New York taxpayers save $4.7 billion annually through their services.

SUNY Oswego Technology Students Earn Several Awards In Regional Conference

SUNY Oswego’s OTSA (Oswego Technology Student Association) finished first in three competitions, and in the top three in several others, in a prestigious regional conference in Delaware.

Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor Receives Grant From Central New York Community Foundation

Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor has received a $9,493 grant from the Small Grants and Initiatives Fund at the Central New York Community Foundation. The grant will be used to support adaptive recreation along the Erie Canalway Trail and participation in the Canalway Challenge by people of all abilities.

Harborfest Award Highlights Improving Strength Of One Of Cny’s Biggest Festivals

The Syracuse Area Music Award recently given to Harborfest shows that the festival has survived the last few difficult years with the help of the community and area businesses, according to the Executive Director. Harborfest won the People’s Choice award for Best Event or Music Series, its first such honor.