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Altmar Man Arrested On Sex Abuse Charges

July 13, 2021 Contributor

State Police released today that on July 9, 2021, State Police arrested Ryan E. Bristol, age 29, from Altmar, New York, for one count of Criminal Sex Act 1st degree (B-felony), two counts Sex Abuse 1st degree (D-felony), and two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (A-Misdemeanor).

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Oswego Common Council Approves All 5 Resolutions

July 13, 2021 Matt Watling

In a very brief meeting, the Oswego Common Council passed all five resolutions on Monday, July 12.

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Weekly COVID-19 Statistics Update: July 7 – July 12

July 12, 2021 Kassadee Bradshaw

According to the Oswego County Health Department, as of 3 p.m., there have been a total of five additional cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) this past week.

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Canastota Man Dies After Motorcycle Crash In New Haven

July 12, 2021 Contributor

Oswego County police today released than on Saturday, July 10, 2021, at around 6:20 p.m., members of the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a motorcycle crash at the intersection of Darrow Road, County Route 51 and County Route 6 in the Town of New Haven, New York, which resulted in the death of the sole driver.

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Mayor Barlow Announces Filing Of Lawsuit Against Oswego Port Authority

July 12, 2021 Contributor

Mayor Billy Barlow announced today the City of Oswego has proceeded with the filing of a lawsuit against the Oswego Port Authority for the sudden construction of a massive storage facility.

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Fulton Porchfest 2021 Photos

July 12, 2021 Kassadee Bradshaw

Fulton residents gathered in the Vorhees Park area yesterday, July 11, from noon to four to watch live performances from a variety of musicians on volunteers’ porches for the Fulton Porchfest.

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Oswego County Today Weekly News Roundup: 7/4 – 7/10/2021

July 12, 2021 Kassadee Bradshaw

Oswego County Today presents the top stories from this past week.

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Mayor Barlow Waives Fees On All Residential Building Permits Until Labor Day

July 11, 2021 Contributor

Mayor Billy Barlow announced today the City of Oswego is waiving all fees associated with residential building permits from now until Labor Day, September 6, 2021.

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Still Time To Register For 2021 Paddlefest

July 11, 2021 Contributor

There is still time to register for the Saturday, July 17, 2021 Paddlefest event on the historic Oswego River Canal.

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Oswego County Solid Waste Department Announces Paper Shredding Event Aug. 7

July 11, 2021 Contributor

The Oswego County Solid Waste Department will sponsor a free paper shredding event from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, August 7, at the Bristol Hill Landfill, 3125 State Rte. 3, Volney.

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Suspect Arrested After Overnight Arson Spree at Oswego’s Hamilton Homes

March 28, 2026

OSWEGO – On March 27, 2026, at approximately 7:32 PM, personnel from the Oswego Police Department and Oswego Fire Department were dispatched to 96 Hamilton Street, Hamilton Homes, for a reported dumpster fire. While investigating [...]
One Resident Displaced, One Firefighter Injured in Overnight Fire in Oswego

March 28, 2026

OSWEGO – One occupant was displaced and one Firefighter sustained minor injuries at an overnight structure fire in the City of Oswego. The Oswego Fire Department was dispatched at 1:49am to 96 Hamilton Street – [...]
State Police Arrest Scriba Man On Sex Offense Charges

March 25, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – On March 24, 2026, the New York State Police arrested David A. Dennis, age 43, of Scriba, New York, for attempting to engage in sexual misconduct with a minor. Dennis is charged [...]

State Police Seize Untaxed Cigarettes Following I-81 Traffic Stop

April 3, 2026

OSWGO COUNTY – On March 31, 2026, members of the New York State Police Troop D Violent Gang and Narcotics Enforcement Team (VGNET), Counter Terrorism Intelligence Unit (CTIU), and the United States Border Patrol Smuggling/Targeting [...]
Oswego County Issues Warning as Salmon River Experiences High Flow Conditions

March 31, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – Oswego County officials warn the public that the Salmon River is experiencing high flows due to heavy rains that occurred last night, March 30, which, together with more heavy rains forecast tonight, [...]
Oswego Elks Lodge Donates $3,000 to Support CiTi BOCES Fueling Futures Program

March 31, 2026

OSWEGO – The Oswego Elks Lodge has generously donated $3,000 to the CiTi BOCES Fueling Futures program, helping to ensure students have access to the resources they need to succeed both in and out of [...]