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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 […]

Citizens Demand Answers From The Fulton City Common Council

October 7, 2026

FULTON – Another emotional meeting of concerned citizens as they voice their frustrations to the city council. Sandy Rodgers raises important questions about local governance, while Craig McKinney, a veteran and devoted American, passionately challenges [...]
City of Fulton Provides Public Update on Clerk-Chamberlain’s Records and Reports Audit

October 6, 2026

FULTON – Good evening. I would like to take a few moments to provide an update regarding the Office of the New York State Comptroller’s audit of the City of Fulton Clerk-Chamberlain’s Records and Reports. [...]
Fulton Hearing Tonight on Local Law to Override State Tax Cap

October 6, 2026

FULTON – The Fulton Common Council will hold a public hearing tonight at 7 p.m. on a proposed local law to override the property tax levy limit set by state law. It is listed as [...]

Accident in Oswego County State Route 3

October 3, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – Earlier this morning, October 3rd, 2026, at around 9:38 AM, members of the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office responded to a motor vehicle accident on State Route 3, near the intersection with County [...]
State Police Arrest Lacona Woman Following Public Lewdness Incident

October 2, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY- On October 1, 2026, at approximately 2:04 p.m., State Police responded to Sandy Creek Central School, located at 124 Salisbury Street in the village of Lacona, for a reported public lewdness complaint. A [...]
Contact: Oswego County Supervising Public Health Nurse Jennifer Purtell, 315-349-3547
Oswego County Confirms First Measles Case in Over 25 Years

October 2, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – Oswego County Public Health Director Vera Dunsmoor announced today that an unvaccinated adult resident has tested positive for the measles virus. The individual is recovering and no longer contagious to others. To [...]