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November 1, 2026

Colon Found Guilty

February 14, 2026 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – Oswego County District Attorney Anthony J. DiMartino Jr. announces that Defendant Ricky Colon was found guilty, by unanimous jury verdict, of the July 13, 2024 intentional murder of Rachel Allen. DA DiMartino […]

Fulton Block Builders Welcomes Becca Smith!

February 13, 2026 Contributor

FULTON – Becca has been a Fulton native her entire life and has seen parts of our city decline over the years. Since the start of Fulton Block Builders (FBB), she says she has seen […]

Temporary Closure of DMVs Starts Today

February 13, 2026 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – Oswego County Clerk Terry M. Wilbur reminds residents that local Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) offices will join the statewide temporary closure as part of a large-scale system upgrade that will affect […]

Child Care Assistance Program Pause Doesn’t Affect Mandated Cases

February 12, 2026 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Department of Social Services (DSS) announced a pause on the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) last week due to a funding shortfall. This only affects new applications and recertifications, […]

Update: Prohibiting Ice Fishing And Other Activities On The Oswego River And Waterways

February 10, 2026 Contributor

OSWEGO – Fishing is a popular year-round sport enjoyed by many in the City of Oswego, including ice fishing. The sustained below-freezing temperatures experienced in the City of Oswego has resulted in portions of the […]

Mayor Rice Updates Fulton Noon Rotary

February 9, 2026 Contributor

FULTON – Fulton Mayor Jim Rice recently spoke to the Fulton Noon Rotary Club about a number of projects happening across the city. One example is the former CYO building on the east side of […]

February 3rd’s Common Council Meeting Features Heated Debates Over Zoning Changes

February 9, 2026 Site Administrator

FULTON – Last Tuesday’s Common Council meeting started with four public hearings Public Hearing relative to the amendment of Chapter 449, Parks and Recreation, in the City Code. Public Hearing relative to the amendment of […]

Oswego County Offices Closed for Presidents’ Day

February 8, 2026 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – All Oswego County offices, solid waste transfer stations, the Bristol Hill Landfill and the Materials Recovery Facility will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16, in observance of Presidents’ Day.

Oswego County Launches Short-Term Rental Registry

February 8, 2026 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – The tourism industry is one of the largest contributors to Oswego County’s economy; helping boost local businesses and enhance residents’ quality of life. According to Empire State Development/I LOVE NEW YORK, visitor […]

State, Local, Labor and Business Leaders Hold Forum to Discuss New Nuclear Opportunity in Oswego

February 7, 2026 Contributor

FULTON – In response to New York State’s call for new nuclear development to help meet growing energy demand, Operation Oswego County, Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay, State Senator Christopher Ryan, Oswego County, and others […]

Tensions Rose At The End Of Friday’s Common Council Meeting

October 31, 2026

Tensions rose at the council meeting when Councilor Sherman proposed reallocating funds from the Codes Department to give council members a raise, noting it had been 30 years since their last pay increase. Share this: [...]
State Police investigate fatal crash on Interstate 81 in Hastings

October 31, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – On October 30, 2026, at approximately 4:28 a.m., New York State Police responded to a fatal one-vehicle crash on Interstate 81 southbound near mile marker 112 in the town of Hastings. A [...]
State Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash In Hannibal

October 29, 2026

On October 27, 2026, at approximately 5:18 p.m., New York State Police responded to a fatal motorcycle crash on Brackett Road in the town of Hannibal. The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2007 Kawasaki motorcycle, [...]

State Police investigate fatal crash on Interstate 81 in Hastings

October 31, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – On October 30, 2026, at approximately 4:28 a.m., New York State Police responded to a fatal one-vehicle crash on Interstate 81 southbound near mile marker 112 in the town of Hastings. A [...]
DEC Urges Campfire Caution as Dry Conditions Elevate Fire Danger

October 30, 2026

DEC urges caution with outdoor fires as dry conditions elevate fire danger across much of New York and offers campfire safety and wildfire prevention tips. […] Share this: Email a link to a friend (Opens [...]
Oswego County Urges Continued Protection Against Ticks and Mosquitoes This Fall

October 29, 2026

Oswego County health officials remind residents and visitors to use protective clothing, repellents and tick checks during fall outdoor activities. […] Share this: Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Like [...]