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DEC Encourages New Yorkers To Help Protect Bats During ‘Bat Week’

October 21, 2022 Contributor

In observance of the internationally recognized Bat Week held Oct. 24-31 each year to raise awareness about the critical role of bats in our environment, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos yesterday encouraged outdoor enthusiasts to refrain from visiting caves and mines during the fall and winter months.

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Fulton Lions Club Donates $1,000 To Catholic Charities Of Oswego County

October 21, 2022 ChirelloMarketing

The Fulton Lions Club donated $1,000 to Catholic Charities of Oswego County (CCOC), at their recent October meeting.

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Oswego Sheriff Deputies Wear Pink Badges To Support Breast Cancer Awareness

October 20, 2022 Contributor

Once again, Oswego County Sheriff’s deputies are adding a little pink to their uniforms. Sheriff Don Hilton has authorized deputies to wear pink badges throughout October in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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Rice Creek Field Station Hosting Free Bare-Root Tree Seedling Giveaway

October 20, 2022 Contributor

The community is invited to SUNY Oswego’s Rice Creek Field Station for a fall bare-root tree seedling giveaway from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 28, and noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct 29.

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Oswego Drug Task Force Arrest Suspects For Third Time In 3 Months For Selling Heroin/Fentanyl

October 20, 2022 Contributor

On the evening of Monday, October 17, 2022, the Oswego City Drug Task Force along with the Oswego City Special Response team and the Oswego County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant on a West Albany Street residence in the city of Oswego resulting in the arrest of two.

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State Police Arrest Scriba Man On Criminal Sex Act Charge

October 19, 2022 Contributor

On October 18, 2022, State Police arrested Rusty D. Gates, 37, from Scriba, New York, for one count of Criminal Sex Act 1st degree, a class “B” felony.

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Fulton Announces Overnight Parking Ban November 1 Through April 1

October 19, 2022 Contributor

Please take notice that a parking ban takes effect for the city of Fulton on November 1.

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Media Summit At SUNY Oswego To Explore Underrepresentation In Sports Media

October 19, 2022 Contributor

This year’s Lewis B. O’Donnell Media Summit at SUNY Oswego will explore underrepresentation in sports media with a day full of activities culminating in an all-star panel at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26.

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Oswego City School District Receives “Champion For Change” Award During BOE Meeting

October 19, 2022 Shea O'Malley

The Oswego City School District was recognized by the New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA) with a “Champions for Change” award for their efforts in bringing about positive advancement within their student population during last night’s Board of Education meeting, Tuesday, Oct. 18.

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SAF Informs Community Members Of Services At Oswego Farmers Market

October 18, 2022 Contributor

In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month representatives from Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) Services to Aid Families program (SAF) attended the Oswego Farmers Market to inform community members about the many services that SAF provides for survivors of domestic violence.

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